Tag: exercise

Osteoporosis – a natural approach to treatment and prevention

Osteoporosis is a common condition which weakens bones, leaving them susceptible to fracture.  The condition is most common amongst the older population, (especially women) and is slightly more prevalent among Caucasian and Asian populations, especially those of a light build. Millions more have low bone mass (osteopenia), a pre-cursor to osteoporosis – early intervention could… Read more »

Back Pain and the elderly – Chiropractic can help!

Back pain is a common condition among older adults and as our population ages, its only likely to become a more common issue. Chiropractic care has been shown to be one of the most effective methods for dealing with back pain in general, but the results with older patients are particularly good. Chiropractors, unlike some… Read more »

Preventing osteoarthritis – some easy tips!

Healthy cartilage – the body’s built in shock absorber which can be found in all of our joints, is essential to staying fit, active and healthy throughout life, but too often we take it for granted! Aging, wear and tear and injury can all cause  degeneration in the cartilage, often leading to a condition known… Read more »

How to beat inflammation!

At complete chiropractic, we see lots of clients looking to improve their general health and well being. One of the most talked about issues in this regards in inflammation – an often invisible condition which potentially serious health effects. This week, Dr Irvine talks inflammation prevention through simple tweaks to the diet.   Inflammation is… Read more »

National Bike Week

Pedal your way to better health To coincide with National Bike Week 14th – 22nd June 2014, the United Chiropractic Association is encouraging people to incorporate cycling into their busy schedules. To be fit and healthy you need to be physically active, cycling is a low-impact aerobic exercise that can be enjoyed by people of… Read more »