by sarah | Jul 5, 2018
Intervertebral discs sit between the bones in your spine (vertebrae) and act as shock absorbers. They also contribute to the flexibility of your spine. Discs sit in the anterior (front) part of your spine so you can’t feel them through your skin. When...
by sarah | Jun 30, 2018
It’s the last day of June so it’s time for your monthly round up of health news. 1. The pigeon pose isn’t suitable for everyone, but if you’re fairly flexible it is a satisfying way to stretch your hips. 2. Apparently popcorn tastes...
by sarah | Jun 21, 2018
Reaching a diagnosis is a bit like being a detective and collecting as many ‘clues’ as possible. We start by looking at your symptoms. Sciatica usually presents with pain shooting down the back of your thigh and calf. You may also have pins and needles...
by sarah | May 31, 2018
Stretching and exercise are super useful for managing many conditions and sciatica is no exception. Here are some examples of stretches for Sciatica. Everyone is different though, so I recommend you seek professional guidance if you are in pain. Stretch your...
by sarah | May 26, 2018
Hooray, it’s another bank holiday weekend! I hope you’ve got a relaxing couple of days to look forward to. Scroll down to get up to date with the month’s health news and my latest adventures. 1. 2. There’s no such thing as a detox...