What Causes Low Back Pain? The causes of low back pain are many and varied. For simplicity’s sake they can be subdivided into structural and functional. In straightforward terms this means that the cause is either to do with the structural alignment of the spine, pelvis and the rest of the skeleton or the way […]
Difficulty walking running or balancing are typical problems and often standing on one leg e.g. to dress, becomes more difficult. These symptoms are often worse when the air pressure is low e.g. in winter, especially when it is raining. Sitting on a chair with one leg crossed over the other may become difficult or uncomfortable. […]
Officially, sciatica refers to pain which originates from the sciatic nerve. This nerve, made up of a mixture of all the nerves of the low back, runs through the buttock and down the middle of the back of the leg. Leg pain from the back which can also be labelled sciatica, need not necessarily be […]
Why are low back injuries common during and after gardening? From when the gardening season begins in spring and until the end of the summer chiropractors have an influx of patients with back pain caused by over-zealous gardening. The reason many people get backache when they undertake what is a relatively restful activity such […]
If you are like most “DIYers”, the tasks you are taking on are likely to be far removed from your normal every day activities. Failing to remember this simple fact is the main reason why so many DIY enthusiasts suffer aches and pains, particularly in their backs. This article will help you prevent injury and […]
Eighty percent of UK adults experience back pain at some stage in their lives. Back pain may be likely for some but by making simple changes to your lifestyle and ensuring you maintain a correct posture, you can help lower your risk. For example, not only can being overweight cause back pain but eating the […]
