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The Five Pillars of Health... creating a stable foundation (to allow for more energy and adventure!)
Recently, I read a great little light hearted book called ‘Be a Triangle’ by Lilly Singh. The main idea is about creating a stable...
Jennie
May 21, 20223 min read
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Immunity... how do we really 'boost' our immune systems?
Immune 'boosting' tips and tricks are, understandably, everywhere at the moment due to the current coronavirus situation. My recent...
Jennie
Apr 3, 202110 min read
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Scoliosis... the sideways spinal curve that could be causing your uneven shoulders and hips!
Scoliosis is defined as a sideways curve (sometimes alongside a twist) of the spine by over 10 degrees. It is estimated that 3-4% of the...
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Feb 13, 20216 min read
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Osteoporosis... what's your risk of a fracture? Risk calculation tools, prevention and management.
Recently in clinic I've asked a few patients to consult with their GP's regarding blood tests or bone density scans to rule out...
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Jan 16, 20215 min read
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Do discs 'slip'? Disc injuries, degeneration and sciatica...
We often hear the term 'slipped disc'. But what is this actually describing and how do spinal discs actually get injured......
Jennie
Dec 9, 20206 min read
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Osteoarthritis- 'wear and tear' or 'wear and lack or repair'?
Often patients are told they have 'wear and tear' in their spines or joints. This is a common way of describing an arthritis called...
Jennie
Oct 1, 20205 min read
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How to make healthy habits that stick...
How often have you set yourself new goals when you're highly motivated, been really good with them for a few weeks... only to get...
Jennie
Jul 25, 20203 min read
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The Core- why it's not all about having a six pack. Breathing mechanics, pelvic floor and more...
When you think about core strength do you think about doing crunches and planks? Or taking a nice deep breath in through your abdomen?...
Jennie
May 31, 20204 min read
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Explaining Pain... Chronic Pain, Central Centralization, Fibromyalgia and the brain
Why do people seem to have different 'pain thresholds'? What makes a usual 'niggle' turn into a severe episode of pain? Or years of pain?...
Jennie
May 23, 20206 min read
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Spinal Manipulation- what's the crack?
From my years out in practice, I have seen the benefits of spinal manipulation (particularly when added to soft tissue techniques, home...
Jennie
May 20, 20206 min read
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Stress, Sympathetic Overdrive and 7 Tips to buffer it...
Stress has been named the health epidemic of the 21st century. 70-90% of all GP visits are potentially thought to be due to stress...
Jennie
May 8, 20208 min read
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Feet- 'Flat' but still functional? Hyperpronation, orthotics, gait and glutes...
Often in clinic I have patients who come in telling me they have been told they have 'flat feet' or pronate too much. For some, this can...
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Apr 30, 20205 min read
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How resilient are you? Muscle activation, strength and the nervous system...
Physical resilience i.e. preventing injury or build up of pain, is reliant on the body's ability to withstand external forces. Whether...
Jennie
Apr 27, 20205 min read
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Fundamentals of exercise progression- Quality vs quantity
In current times, online home exercise programs and high intensity work outs are on the rise and more and more people are taking the time...
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Apr 19, 20203 min read
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Spinal curves and pelvic tilts (sagittal plane imbalances)- what’s the relevance?
The spine is made up of individual vertebrae connected by intervertebral discs at the front and facet joints at the back. It is separated...
Jennie
Apr 11, 20204 min read
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Movement and Exercise- the lesser known benefits!
According to the World Health Organisation, 50% of women and 40% of men in Europe and the USA are insufficiently active. One of the...
Jennie
Apr 5, 20204 min read
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Sleep- why is it so important? Immune system function, weight loss, blood pressure and more...
Recently, I've had a number of patients who've told me they survive on 4/5/6 hours sleep a night when I go through their history or seem...
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Apr 3, 20205 min read
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Anti-Inflammatory diets & Sustainable nutrition...
Over the years I've watched family members and numerous patients go through fad diets, do well for a certain amount of time, only to...
Jennie
Apr 1, 20206 min read
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How to feel more in control in a time of uncertainty... Lockdown tips
These are no doubt hard times with a lot of uncertainty. The other morning it really hit me with having to close the clinics, not being...
Jennie
Mar 30, 20203 min read
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