Corstorphine Chiropractic

Happy Friday! Here's something funny to start your weekend! We're back in action on Monday if you need us.

It's that time of the week again, so warm up your noggins and dust off your noodles for the wise Wednesday quiz. Comment your answer below. Look out for the answer in the comments. Good luck.

Thought of the week...

Happy Friday! Here's something funny to start your weekend! We're back in action tomorrow morning if you need us.

Your August BackChat! - https://mailchi.mp/e8cc6bd1e0ec/your-august-backchat
Chiropractic in the Olympics, Research about massage and our massage machine and top tips on backpacks for the kids returning to school (Yay!)

It's nearly back to school time. We've put together these helpful hints when it comes to choosing a spine-healthy backpack for your children. Good luck for the new school year when it arrives!

1. Buy a size appropriate backpack with two padded shoulder straps. Go for one as light as possible so you aren't adding in weight before you start.

2. Lighten the load - your child's total weight they are carrying shouldn't excess 10-15% of their weight. Check their bag (or ask them to!) Each night to make sure they aren't carrying unnecessary things.

3. Leave heavy things like textbooks at school if possible. For heavier things they have to carry each day like laptops pack them at the back of the backpack to make them easier to carry.

4. Have the straps adjusted so it sits close to the body in the middle if the back, not sagging around the bottom. To distribute the weight evenly your child should use both straps and make use of pockets throughout the bag (smaller items further forwards).

5. If you see your child slouching or they start to report discomfort with their bag or load, revisit the weight and make any necessary changes.

If you have questions about your child's spinal health then get in touch

July BackChat! - https://mailchi.mp/910f981b1cdf/july-backchat
All the latest from the clinic. - Your summer update!

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It's 15 years today since Georgina graduated from the Welsh institute of Chiropractic in 2009! - We've come a long way since then. A wee throwback pic for you!

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Did you know a Chiropractic treatment is called an adjustment? We call it this for a few reasons.

Firstly, we don't crack backs - yes, you might hear a click or a pop when you're having your treatment, but it's not the same as getting your girlfriend, your dog, or anyone else to walk or jump(!) on your back. We're trained to identify the areas of your spine that aren't moving normally and use special techniques to restore normal function. Our adjustments are specific, and tailored to the individual.

We do so much more than cracking backs! We talk through ergonomics, give lifestyle advice, exercises, do soft tissue work. We might use Taping or Needling if appropriate. If something is outside of our scope, we can help to get you to the right person for the job.

To find out more about how Chiropractic can help get in touch. We'll leave the cracking fir the eggs!!