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As the days get shorter and the weather gets colder, it’s easy to become less active and spend more time indoors. However, keeping moving is important for maintaining a healthy back, flexible joints and overall wellbeing. Here are three simple tips to help you stay comfortable this autumn: 🍂 Keep active: Regular walking and gentle movement can help prevent stiffness and keep your joints moving comfortably. 🍂 Watch your posture: Whether you’re working at a desk, driving or r

October is here, the evenings are getting darker and the cooler autumn weather has arrived. It’s also a good time to think about looking after your body as we head into the colder months. As the temperature drops, many people find that muscles and joints can feel stiffer, particularly first thing in the morning. Less daylight can also mean we become less active, spending more time indoors and sitting for longer periods. Simple things can make a difference. Try to keep moving

As September draws to a close, the days are getting shorter and the cooler weather is starting to arrive. It’s a good time to think about how we look after our bodies as we head into autumn. With routines changing, some people find they become less active and spend more time sitting indoors. This can sometimes lead to stiffness, particularly in the neck, shoulders and lower back. Simple things can make a difference — try to get up and move regularly if you have a desk-based j

As we move into autumn, many people notice that their muscles and joints can start to feel a little stiffer or more uncomfortable. The cooler weather, changes in our daily routines and becoming less active can all have an effect on how our bodies feel. At Back to Normal Chiropractic Clinic in Plymouth, I often see people who have started to notice increased stiffness in their back, neck or other joints as the seasons change. Why can autumn make us feel stiffer? When the weat

September often feels like a fresh start. The summer holidays are over, children are back at school, and many of us return to our usual work and daily routines. But getting back into normal activities can sometimes highlight aches and pains that have been building up over the summer. Long car journeys, gardening, DIY, carrying luggage or simply spending more time sitting than usual can all contribute to stiffness and discomfort. At Back to Normal Chiropractic Clinic in Plymou

September has arrived, and today certainly feels like autumn is on its way! With the rain coming down, it’s the perfect excuse to stay cosy indoors — but it’s also important not to let the wetter weather stop you from keeping your body moving. At McTimoney Chiropractic Clinic, I often see people whose backs, necks and joints can feel stiffer as the seasons change. Whether it’s from spending more time indoors, gardening while the weather allows, or simply getting back into a b

September always feels like a fresh start. As summer comes to an end and routines get back to normal, it’s a great time to think about your health and wellbeing — including looking after your back, neck and joints. At Back To Normal Chiropractic Clinic in Plymouth, I offer gentle, low-force McTimoney chiropractic care to help support your body and keep you moving comfortably. Whether you’re experiencing back or neck discomfort, stiffness, headaches, or simply feel that your b

As August comes to an end and we head towards September, many of us are getting back into our normal routines after the summer holidays. Long journeys, carrying luggage, gardening, DIY, more time sitting or simply getting out of our usual routine can all leave the back, neck and joints feeling stiff and uncomfortable. McTimoney Chiropractic is a gentle, low-force approach that can help improve joint mobility and address areas of muscular and skeletal discomfort. If you've bee

August is a busy time of year, with holidays, gardening, days out and plenty of time spent travelling or relaxing in positions we’re not used to. At Back To Normal Chiropractic Clinic in Plymouth, I often see people who have developed aches, stiffness or tension after doing a little more than usual—or simply from sitting in the car, on a plane or in a sun lounger for longer periods. A gentle McTimoney chiropractic treatment can help address areas of tension and restricted mov

It certainly feels like summer has arrived in Plymouth! With temperatures soaring and another spell of hot weather affecting the South West, it’s important to look after yourself while still keeping your body moving. Hot weather can leave us feeling tired, dehydrated and less energetic than usual. We may also spend more time sitting indoors, travelling by car, or changing our usual routines. For some people, this can contribute to increased stiffness and aches, particularly i

If you're struggling with back pain, neck discomfort, stiff joints, or poor posture, you're not alone. Many people in Plymouth live with aches and pains that affect their work, sleep, and daily activities. McTimoney Chiropractic offers a gentle, precise approach to restoring movement and helping your body function at its best. As a sole practitioner, I provide personalised care tailored to your individual needs. Every appointment includes time to understand your symptoms, ass

As we reach the end of July Plymouth is still enjoying some beautiful summer weather. It's the perfect time to get outdoors, whether you're walking along the Hoe, gardening, enjoying the beach, or spending time with family and friends. However, warmer weather often means we're more active than usual. After months of cooler temperatures, it's easy to overdo it, leading to back pain, stiff necks, sore shoulders or aching hips and knees. At Back To Normal Chiropractic Clinic in

As we move through July, many of us are making the most of the longer days, spending more time outdoors, gardening, walking, travelling, or enjoying family holidays. While these activities are great for our wellbeing, they can also place extra demands on our bodies. At my McTimoney Chiropractic Clinic in Plymouth, I often see patients with aches and pains that have developed from increased activity, long car journeys, DIY projects, or simply spending more time in the garden.

With the warm weather we're enjoying this July, many people are making the most of the sunshine. While it's great to get outside, a heatwave can also leave you feeling tired, dehydrated, and achy. Hot weather can cause muscles to fatigue more quickly, and dehydration may increase muscle cramps and stiffness. If you're gardening, walking, or spending longer than usual outdoors, remember to: Drink plenty of water throughout the day. Take regular breaks in the shade. Avoid lifti

July is a wonderful time to enjoy everything that Plymouth has to offer. Whether you're walking along the Hoe, spending time at the beach, gardening, or taking family holidays, the warmer weather encourages us all to be more active. While being active is excellent for our health, it's also the time of year when I often see patients with back, neck and joint discomfort caused by doing a little too much, too quickly. Long days in the garden, carrying heavy luggage, paddleboardi

As June comes to an end, many of us are making the most of the longer days, warmer weather, and spending more time outdoors. Whether you're gardening, walking along Plymouth's beautiful waterfront, tackling DIY projects, or simply enjoying time with family and friends, it's important to remember that these seasonal activities can sometimes place extra strain on your back and joints. As a McTimoney chiropractor at my Back To Normal Chiropractic Clinic. I have over 30 years of

With the recent hot weather in Plymouth, many of us are enjoying getting out in the sunshine, spending more time in the garden, walking more, or making the most of the coast. But while the warmer weather can lift our mood, it can also place extra strain on the body if we’re not careful. During a heatwave, dehydration can affect muscles and joints more than people realise. When we don’t drink enough water, muscles can become tighter, fatigue sets in more quickly, and existing

As we move into the middle of June, many of us are spending more time outdoors, gardening, walking, travelling, and making the most of the longer days. While increased activity can be beneficial for our health and wellbeing, it can also place extra strain on muscles and joints, especially if we have been less active during the colder months. At my Back To Normal Chiropractic Clinic in Plymouth, I often see people experiencing back pain, neck tension, shoulder discomfort, and

As we move into June and the summer months ahead, many people find themselves becoming more active, spending time in the garden, enjoying coastal walks, or returning to sports and outdoor activities. While increased activity is great for overall health, it can sometimes lead to aches, pains, and stiffness. At my McTimoney Chiropractic Clinic in Plymouth, I provide gentle chiropractic care designed to help improve mobility, reduce discomfort, and support your body's natural ba

With June bringing longer days and warmer weather to Plymouth, many of us are spending more time gardening, walking, exercising, and enjoying outdoor activities. While increased activity is great for our health, it can sometimes lead to aches, pains, and stiffness if our bodies aren't used to the extra demands. At Back to Normal Chiropractic Clinic in Plymouth, I often see people experiencing back pain, neck tension, and joint discomfort after gardening, DIY projects, or retu