Author: C&P Health Expert

The spine is made of up 25 moving bones, including seven in your neck, twelve in your middle back, five in your low back and a bony plate at the base of your spine called the sacrum. Each of these bones have a lot of spike like structures at the back, where muscles and ligaments…

Stress. What is it? How does it occur? How can stress impact your health? Stress is a natural reaction in the body that activates your innate ‘fight or flight’ response – otherwise known as your sympathetic nervous system. This occurs when we experience some kind of threat and require an immediate response from the body. …

 The shoulder is one of the most flexible joints of the body, allowing movement in all directions. Because of this, it can be more susceptible to injury. Painful conditions may also arise from overuse due to a specific activity or shoulder motion that you make repetitively. Although many shoulder disorders can cause pain, the most…

Are you someone who ‘clicks’ or ‘pops’ their back, neck or other part of your body on purpose? We shall talk about what; adjustments are, why you may feel the need to ‘pop’ or ‘adjust’ yourself, why you should not do this, as well as what you can do instead! Who is a Chiropractor? A…

Exercise is not only safe during most pregnancies, but it also may ease many pregnancy discomforts and possibly shorten your labor and delivery and recovery time. The Do’s of Pregnancy Exercise The Don’ts of Pregnancy Exercise Written By:Grace Wairimu,Physical TherapistChiropractic & Physiotherapy Health Centre

Are you suffering from back pain and have flat feet? You are not alone. Flat feet, also known as pes planus, is a common condition characterized by the absence of the arch in the foot. When left untreated, it can lead to altered movement patterns, muscle imbalances, and increased stress on certain areas, resulting in…

Back pain is a common ailment that can affect individuals of all ages and demographics. It is often caused by a variety of factors, including; poor posture, muscle strain, injury, or even an underlying medical condition. However, one factor that is often overlooked is obesity and a big tummy. Obesity is defined as having a…

Elbow pain is never fun. Elbow pain can be surprisingly debilitating.  Most people come to see us once they have trouble typing, lifting their coffee mug, or lifting their child.  If the pain is on the outer part of your arm, it’s generally called “Tennis Elbow”.  It’s called this because it was generally associated with…

Do your hips feel stuck and just aren’t moving like you want them to? Don’t worry, you are not alone… Sitting at the computer for work? Back at school listening to long lectures? Squatting at the gym isn’t up to par? If any of these sounds like you, your hips might not be too happy.…