I have clear memories of, as a child, being dragged from appointment to appointment in the summer holidays as part of our yearly maintenance, writes Reading Chiropractor Beccy Norman. The opticians, the dentist, haircuts, new school shoes etc. I’m sure I’m…
Television, video games and Internet browsing are how many adults and children pass their free time. This is true in normal times, but surely even more so during the coronavirus lockdown! But what does screen time do for our health,…
This week on Virgin Radio Chris Evans discussed how having his son’s retained reflexes treated was helping him with his learning difficulties. We are so happy to hear this talked about! Children’s primitive reflexes seem to be a big secret…
This condition is also known as positional head deformity or plagiocephaly. Firstly, there’s no need to panic, there are plenty of things that can be done to help your little one. The only time serious intervention is needed is for…
“Mum, my back hurts!” I think most people only think of adults as having back pain. If children were to complain of back pain then it must either be something very serious or just growing pains! However, writes Reading Chiropractor…
Here at Reflex Spinal Health we now offer something new and exciting to parents and their little ones- baby massage courses! Baby massage is hugely popular at the moment, and with good reason. Touch is an important way to promote…
We’ve all heard the saying ‘Breast is Best’, but why all the fuss about the importance of breastfeeding? Suboptimal breastfeeding is now recognised worldwide as a problem among both mothers and healthcare professionals. The WHO (World Health Organisation) recommends that…
The yearly routine of dressing up in costume and loading up on treats is a highlight in the autumn for many children. It can also be a frustrating time for parents! Huge amounts of sweets everywhere in the house can…
Many people often ask the question to Chiropractors and Osteopaths, “Can I have chiropractic during pregnancy?” The answer is yes! Not only can you undergo care with us during your pregnancy, it also has huge benefits for you. Find our…
Between the 2nd and 8th of October 2017, it’s Backcare Awareness Week. Backcare Awareness Statistics One quarter of UK secondary school pupils suffer from regular or daily back pain School bag burden was associated with a ten-fold higher rate of back pain…