The Whitchurch Clinic – maintaining back health in the community

Why Should We Look After Our Spines?

Most of us attempt to look after our overall health but there’s one part of our bodies that we often overlook – the spine.

In fact, back pain is now the world’s leading cause of human disability, affecting more than half of the population in any given month, and nearly 80% of everyone at some point in their lives. Your spine is the foundation of your body; it supports your entire frame and protects your body’s nervous system. It serves as a scaffold, from which hangs your entire skeleton.

A healthy spine therefore, is essential for maintaining mobility, preventing pain, and ensuring proper function of your body’s vital organs and systems. Given the important nature of our spines, they deserve to be looked after better. For many, we only pay attention to our bodies when we are experiencing pain or discomfort, rather than thinking about prevention.

Neglecting your muscles and joints can lead to various problems, including chronic pain, reduced mobility, and decreased quality of life as you age. By adopting a proactive approach to your physical health, you can reduce the risk of injury, maintain flexibility, and support your body’s overall function.

How To Care For Your Spine

Key aspects of maintaining a healthy back include regular exercise, particularly core- strengthening activities, maintaining good posture, and ensuring proper ergonomics in your daily activities.

Additionally, getting adequate rest, managing stress, and maintaining a healthy weight all contribute to the well-being of your spine.

By prioritising the health of your Musculoskeletal system, you’re investing in your long-term well-being and ability to enjoy an active, pain-free lifestyle. Remember, small, consistent efforts in caring for your body can lead to significant benefits in the future.

The Whitchurch Clinic, located in the heart of Whitchurch village, has dedicated more than ten years to caring for the spines of the community. The award-winning clinic first opened its doors in 2013, and has gone on to become a firm favourite in Cardiff.

Clinic Director Andrea Howell told Living Magazines:

“October is a busy month for us because there were several events designed to raise awareness of spinal health.

“World Spine Day takes place on October 16th, an annual event recognised as the largest public health initiative dedicated to raising awareness about the global burden of spinal pain and disability.

“To celebrate this, we are running Free Spinal Health Checks throughout October in both our Whitchurch and St Mellons clinics.”

The clinic’s mission is to help patients get well, regain their strength and mobility, and stay well through a combination of chiropractic treatment, sports massage, bespoke rehabilitation exercise programmes and Clinical Pilates.

“As well as being able to help with your recovery, we can provide you with ongoing support and guidance when it comes to managing your external factors – anything from lifestyle choices to ergonomics. We are here to help protect your back health to help you to live the life you want,” adds Andrea.

“We’re still offering free consultations and reassessments so if you’ve got a problem that you’d like us to take a look at, please get in touch and we’ll get you on the road to recovery.”

A: First Floor, 57 Merthyr Road, Whitchurch, Cardiff CF14 1DD
T: 02920 617700
W: www.thewhitchurchclinic.co.uk

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