Low Back Pain During Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a time of immense joy and excitement but can also bring unexpected physical challenges. One of the most common discomforts that many women experience during pregnancy is low back pain. Affecting nearly 50-70% of expectant mothers, low back pain can vary in intensity and duration, but it is often a frustrating reality for […]
Top Tips for Sciatic Pain
Vale Health Clinic is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and improving the quality of life for those we serve. Our experienced chiropractic professionals are committed to helping you achieve optimal health through personalised treatment plans and compassionate care. Sciatica is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide and causes significant pain and discomfort. […]
Back Pain FAQs
Back pain is one of the most common issues affecting people worldwide. It is estimated that up to 80% of adults will experience back pain at some point in their lives, making it a significant public health concern. The pain can range from a mild, short-term inconvenience to a severe, chronic condition that significantly impacts […]
Lower Back Pain with Numb Leg
Lower back pain can be caused by various things, including muscle spasms, sciatica, or repetitive stress. While the symptoms are often similar, there are some key differences that you should be aware of if your lower back pain is accompanied by numbness in one leg. For example, if you have numbness in one leg but […]
Lunge Stretch for Back Pain
Back pain is not only uncomfortable but could also inhibit you from performing your daily activities. While there are many ways to manage back pains, exercising is one of the best because it helps strengthen and stretch your muscles. One of the most effective exercises is lunges. While many people consider lunges for strengthening their […]
Getting a Good Night’s Sleep When You Have Back or Joint Pain
One of the major challenges that patients have, when they suffer from joint or back pain, is getting enough rest. Finding a comfortable position can be nigh on impossible once you hit the bed at the end of the evening. Even though we spend nearly a third of our lives asleep it’s an area of […]
Stay-at-Home Exercises for Your Back
We are in uncertain times at the moment following the nationwide lockdown during the Coronavirus. At the Tunbridge Wells Chiropractic and Shockwave Clinic, we have decided to close our doors to help combat the infection and we hope that you all stay well. We know that many of our clients will have ongoing problems with […]
Back Pain Emergency – Tunbridge Wells
Emergency For severe trauma contact: 999 If the illness or injury is life-threatening, don’t hesitate – call 999 straight away You should contact a GP or 111 if you are experiencing any of these symptoms with your back pain: numbness or tingling around your genitals or buttocks difficulty peeing loss of bladder or bowel control […]
How to Get Through Christmas Without a Back Problem
Like everyone else in the world, our Tunbridge Wells chiropractic and osteopathy team are looking forward to Christmas next month. It’s actually one of our busier times at the clinic, especially when it comes to helping local residents cope with back problems. There are a number of reasons why Christmas can cause issues with areas […]
Will Exercise and Moving About Make Your Chronic Back Problem Worse?
When you have a recurrent problem with your lower back, it can be tempting to rest things, pop a few Ibuprofen and lie down until things better. Here our chiropractor team take a look at why being more mobile is actually better for you in the long term. In short, you shouldn’t be worried that […]