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Spinal imbalances abnormally stress bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons – all of which can lead to unnatural wear and tear, fatigue, and pain.

In the UK, back pain is one of the most common reasons people miss work, and is the leading cause of disability worldwide.

Many people will link smoking to the symptoms of coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath, but for those smokers who complain of discomfort or pain in the lower back, there may well be a correlation between their aches and lighting up a cigarette.

Although the UK is not renowned for its long, sweltering summers, when we do get sunshine, we Brits make the most of the longer days and warmer temperatures.

Just last year, the British Chiropractic Association (BCA) reported an increase in sufferers of back pain. Lifestyle is to blame, but perhaps not in the ways you might think.

‘Trapped Nerve’ is a bit of a catch-all phrase for a range of issues which lead to nerve pain; tingling, numbness or a general feeling of weakness. But what is really happening to cause this pain? What does the phrase ‘trapped nerve’ really mean?

It is estimated that a sixth of the UK population suffers from back pain at any one time.  According to the National Office of Statistics, a staggering 31 million days of work were lost last year [2016] due to back, neck and muscles problems.

Sit down and make yourself uncomfortable… it doesn’t have quite the same ring as ‘sit down and make yourself comfortable’ does it? And there’s the rub. Sitting down is actually doing us harm.

Need more beauty sleep? Ingvild Naestvold, Chiropractor at London Wellness, reveals how what you sleep on, can have a massive impact on your slumber.

If you’re wondering whether to choose a chiropractor, osteopath or a physiotherapist for your back pain, you might be surprised to learn the results can be very different. The difference between an osteopath and chiropractor might seem minimal but, look deeper into the methods they use and you’ll find out who is likely to be more effective in treating your pain.

Ruggers Is Rough: Chiropractor Ben Searle-Baker highlights how to avoid injury, whilst continuing to play one of the nation’s favourite sports games.

Vitamin D is essential for healthy bones, and we get most of ours from sunlight exposure. However, it’s staggering to know that over half of adults in the UK have a Vitamin D insufficiency…

If you need a back pain clinic, London Wellness Centre’s two London-based clinics are open at weekends, helping to ease the pain of a busy lifestyle. Conveniently located in Canary Wharf and London Bridge, we also have late-night appointments available for shift workers, office workers, busy mums and dads, or anyone feeling the strain of their sedentary day or for professionals such as teachers who can’t get out during the working day.

You can check out some of the nearby fitness events here. Just know that while we wholeheartedly encourage you to get out there and keep your body engaged, we also ask that you exercise (pardon the pun) caution with injuries that may arise.

Joanna Lowry-Corry outlines top tips for promoting healthy postural positions for your baby.

Now that the mercury has nosedived, have you noticed your aches and pain getting worse? You’re not alone. Here are 4 simple tips to help ease your musculoskeletal pain during the autumn & winter months.