Spinal Stenosis and Ageing

Spinal stenosis and ageing

Most of us expect a stiffer back and a slower start to the morning as the years go on. However, there's a difference between the general wear that comes with age and spinal stenosis, a specific narrowing of the spinal canal that can press on…
Back and Neck Pain

Back to the desk: back and neck pain flare-ups

Summer's over, the out-of-office is switched off, and you're back at your desk for eight hours a day. If your back or neck has started grumbling again this week, that's not a coincidence. Your body notices sudden changes in routine more than…
Water Sports and Spinal Injury

Swimming, water sports and spinal injury

Swimming is widely recognised as one of the best forms of exercise for the spine. The buoyancy of water reduces pressure on the joints, allowing many people with back pain to stay active with less discomfort. However, like any sport, swimming…
Arm Pain

Arm pain and tingling caused by brachialgia

Arm pain, tingling, or numbness is often assumed to be caused by a problem in the shoulder, elbow, or wrist. However, in many cases, the source of these symptoms is actually the neck. When a nerve in the cervical spine becomes irritated or compressed,…
Lifting and Lower Back Pain

Lifting and lower back pain: could be a herniated disc

Summer is a time when many people become more active. Whether it's lifting suitcases into the car, tackling long-postponed DIY projects, rearranging the garden, or carrying heavier loads than usual while travelling, the warmer months often place…
Pinched Nerve

When does a pinched nerve need specialist treatment?

A pinched nerve is a term commonly used to describe a nerve that has become irritated, inflamed, or compressed. In the spine, this usually occurs when a disc bulge, disc herniation, bone spur, or narrowing around the nerves places pressure on…
Running and your spine

Running and your spine: how training affects your discs

Running is one of the most accessible forms of exercise, widely valued for its cardiovascular benefits, weight management, and overall wellbeing. With longer days and lighter evenings, many recreational runners are increasing their training…
Cyclists Neck and Upper Back Pain

Why cyclists develop neck and upper back pain

Cycling offers excellent cardiovascular benefits and is a popular way to improve fitness, commute, or enjoy the outdoors. However, many cyclists experience discomfort in the neck and upper back, particularly after longer rides. Understanding…
SI Joint Pain After Pregnancy

SI joint pain after pregnancy

Lower back and pelvic pain are common during and after pregnancy. For many women, symptoms settle within a few weeks of giving birth. However, some continue to experience persistent discomfort, often linked to the sacroiliac (SI) joints. The…
Sciatic Pain

Why is my sciatic pain worse in the morning?

Sciatica is a common cause of leg pain that originates from irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve. This nerve runs from the lower back down through the hips and into each leg, and when it becomes irritated, it can cause pain, tingling,…

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