Wishaw Chiropractic

Headaches whether they are tension type, migraines or even cluster headaches, don't have to be an accepted part of life! Don't let them take over and affect other aspects of your life! Chiropractic treatment has been shown through research to help with many of the symptoms related to headaches!
#chiropractic #adjustment #headaches #migraine #wellness #health #motivation #wishaw #airdrie #motherwell #hamilton

NOTICE ‼️ Starting tomorrow (31/01/2020) the clinic will be undergoing major renovation in order to meet the growing demand for our services. We apologise in advance for any minor inconveniences the work may cause. However, the clinic is open as normal and there is no change to scheduled appointments.
Thank You in advance for your patience during this process🙏

70% of headaches ORIGINATE from structures in the NECK! This could be the annoying dull tension type headache band around the forehead, the migraine that builds and can last an entire day, making you sensitive to bright lights and force you to go to bed to sleep it off. Or it could be cluster headaches that attack very suddenly and could be very intense typically affecting one side or behind the eyes. Chiropractic has been shown by research to help with a number of these hea...dache categories. By restoring motion to specific segments of the spine that are restricted, we take pressure off the surrounding structures including muscles ligaments and tendons which can refer pain up into the head causing the symptoms of a headache. Side effects may include reduction in headache symptoms, frequency and duration, better sleep and improved energy. If headaches are something that you are struggling with day to day or you know someone close to you who is, tag them below or get in contact with us with the information on our home page and we'll be happy to answer any questions you may have.
#chiropractic #headache #migraine #adjustment #neckpain #wishaw #motherwell #airdrie #rehab #wellbeing #wellness
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The alteration of the normal architecture aligning the head with the thoracic spine is the primary cause of degenerative change. In simple terms, if your head isn't on top of your body correctly, it's going to lead to wear and tear. The blood supply to the neck and face are controlled by the integrity of the spine. Changes to this through the loss of motion or position of vertebra in the neck can result in headaches as a common complaint. Blood flow to vital parts of the cent...ral nervous system can be altered due to these dysfucntions in the neck. The malposition can cause muscles to spasm and compress important structures in the neck such as veins. This can lead to less blood drainage. Some of these muscles if continually in spasm will develop inflamed attachments to the bones. All of this is preventable if the alignment and motion of the spine is maintained and corrected in faulty. Accidents, falls, crashes, bad postures, bad habits faulty movement patterns are all potentially reasons your neck could be not working right. Don't leave it and hope it will fix itself. The consequences aren't worth risking. Check yourself rotate your head from the left to the right, see if it moves evenly or if there are any tight or painful movements. See if both ears can drop down to the shoulders evenly. Get someone to look at you from the side to see if your head is too far forward... All of these are signs that your neck isn't working well. And finally if you're been involved in accidents, even if you're not in pain, it is best to get these things checked out by a professional who specialises in the spine. #getchecked #chiropractic
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A large percentage of people now use laptop computers instead of desktop computers. We hunch down and look at these in our laps. Hand-held tablets are increasing in popularity too. But again we are always looking down at them. Finally there are mobile phones. Who doesn't have one!? Once again, we are looking down. Postural problems for TEENS used to be backpacks slung over one shoulder... Now it's the amount of time spent looking down at screens or sat in front of the TV. Many of us greatly underestimate how much posture affects our health and wellbeing. Along with HEADACHES, people with forward head posture will have VERY tense shoulders, sometimes saying they feel like concrete. It's time to start doing something about it... #posture #headache #mobilephones #wishaw

Wear and Tear... For some reason, once people reach their mid forties (or even mid thirties) they expect their body to give up on them and break down. Little niggles become more frequent and eventually part of daily life. Clicking or grinding in the joints becomes normal. Enjoyable pastimes and exercise are now seen as damaging, and reduced or even stopped completely. It’s entrenched in our culture that our bodies aren’t built to last past middle age. But is it actually true?... NO!!! The body is well designed to last much longer than this, and not just last but work extremely well through into your later life. It all comes down to how you are looking after yourself. Regular movement and exercise, eating foods that are anti inflammatory and nourishing for the joints, taking time for yourself to relax and de-stress. Nobody should have to suffer and literally be throwing time away to finally reach retirement so they can put their feet up and stop being in pain... Start doing something today. We are here to help #antiaging #gettingold #wearandtear #chiropractic #backpain #neckpain
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How does your body interact with its environment? How does it adapt to maintain internal health and vitality? Although various systems play an active role in the process, one is of utmost importance and does most of the work: the nervous system.
The nervous system is called the ‘master controlling and communicating system’ of the body. It allows for the communication and coordination between every cell, tissue and organ. From perceiving its internal and external environment t...o creating a plan and executing it, your body senses and controls itself through its nervous system.
Therefore, ensuring optimal nervous system function is paramount when pursuing health and longevity. Unbeknownst to many people, this is actually the fundamental intent of Chiropractic Care: to achieve and maintain optimal nervous system function.
How well are you adapting!? #chiropractic #wellness #adaptability
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Why do we constantly look outside to find a cure? At the end of the day isnt it our bodies that do the healing? Our body is constantly trying to heal, repair, grow, get stronger and more resilient and essentially adapt to the physical, mental and chemical environment we are in. We should strive to optimise our body's ability to do this, as it may be apparent that some of the symptoms you experience may be there due to an inability to cope with some of the things you are doing... or exposing yourself to... Something to think about. #adaptability #whatdoesntkillyoumakesyoustronger #resilience
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Ever felt like this guy!? The picture represent a particular type of head... CLUSTER HEADACHES. Often experienced as an intense pain focused around one eye that may give the sensation of throbbing or your eye being pushed out. Made worse with bright screens or lights they are not pleasant. Many will have brain scans and other medical tests but all coming back as normal. The cause is 'unknown' and treatment usually focuses on symptom management and prevention of attacks, usua...lly with the use of medication. There are however more natural approaches to reducing the frequency and intensity of the headaches and also sometimes completely removes them. Through experience we've come to learn that a lot of people suffer from headaches through a faulty mechanics and alignment of the cervical spine - the Neck as its commonly known. An in depth analysis of this area can reveal these areas and then you can begin to take steps to fix them with our help. There are also some other things you can do to help out and not trigger them. These include; 👍changing your pillow to reduce stress on the neck. 👍Stretching and Strengthening exercises for the neck. 👍Eating Nutritious foods and staying well hydrated by drinking water and replacing lost minerals with hydration salts. 👍 Reducing or quitting smoking. Finally if you're suffering with a headache, why not try massaging these points on the picture, and applying some deep heat for 20-30 mins and reapplying again after that time has elapsed. We hate to see people suffering and letting these problems affect not only their own lives but the lives of those around them when the pain consumes their lives. If you need help, do not hesitate to get in touch. #headache #headacherelief #sorehead
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Parents, this one is for you... Think back to your childhood. Did you have smartphones or electronic tablets? It's undeniable that the technology children are growing up with now is completely different to previous generations. We are seeing now, more than ever, the effects it is having on children; slumped posture, head too far forward, rounded shoulders, and the beginnings of a hunched upper back. And those are just the physical problems.... Something that we'd expect to se...e in a middle aged person who has spent a lifetime working at a desk! While taking the technology away is not the best option, we must strive to help our children in understanding the importance of good posture. Reducing the effects of bad posture can include; stretching, exercise and most importantly spinal adjustments, which for children are gentle and specific to take tension and restriction out of areas of the spine that are loaded unneccearily. Take a look at your child's posture and see if there are any of the signs of bad posture as described at the begining. #posture #healthychildren #backpain
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Chiropractic isn't a one size fits all approach to healthcare. Your healthcare practitioner will ensure that a comprehensive examination is carried out so that you can be sure that what you are getting is the right answer for your problem. We can let you know on the day if it is something we can help you with. If it isn't, and we recognise that you'll benefit from another treatment modality then we will send you to the right place. We have muscle therapist working in conjunction with our Chiropractors who can assist with a huge array of complaints. What's more, is we will make sure to help you understand exactly what is going on before begining any care. Have a great day. #healthcare #chiropractic #backpain #neckpain #headaches

If you suffer from headaches you're not alone. There are many different types of headache - they can be occasional or frequent, dull or throbbing and some can cause debilitating pain and nausea. How do you usually deal with the headache? Get on with it? Lie down and rest? Pop a pill and hope it goes away... There could be a better alternative. The research shows that spinal manipulative therapy (adjustments), the way in which a chiropractor will address the cause of your head...aches, can be effective at reducing and potentially getting rid of the headaches. We have seen many people who have got great results in relief and management of their headaches from choosing chiroractic care to be part of their life. We hope help many more. So if you know anyone who is suffering from headaches and then debilitating consequences of those headaches, let them know there is a solution to that problem that doesn't involve popping pills. #headaches #headpain #drugfree #naturalsolution
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Are you taking care of YOURSELF? There are so many things you can be doing to help recharge your body's battery. If you aren't feeling 100% it may be worthwhile to check in with yourself and see if there is more you can be doing to help yourself. Don't leave it too long, it might not be as it may not be as easy to help, the longer you leave it. Here at Wishaw Chiropractic we are offering FREE spinal screens to see if there is any way we can help you, to help yourself. Contact the clinic and ask to get booked in for a Spinal Screen. Limited spaces

Whatever your goals may be this new year, big or small, here @mapleclinics_wishaw we are dedicated to helping people reach their full potential. So if something getting in the way of you making progress get in touch!
#chiropractic #wishaw #motherwell #airdrie #backpain #neckpain #sciatica #headaches #migraine #rehab #adjustment

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REMINDER 🚨🚨🚨🎅🎄⛄ The clinic will be closed from 13:00 today and will reopen at 9:00 Sat the 14th! Happy Holidays 👍