Health

Heat vs Ice for Pain Relief

Heat vs Ice for Pain Relief

One of the most common questions we get asked as chiropractors is, “Should I use heat or ice?”. Evidence supports the use of heat and ice, so the answer is not simple and depends on the individual patient and their condition. Cold Cold is commonly used for newer...

Debunking Common Chiropractic Myths

Debunking Common Chiropractic Myths

Despite chiropractic being around since 1895 and undergoing significant developments, there are many misconceptions. This blog aims to debunk some of the most common myths surrounding this treatment technique. Myth 1: Chiropractic is painful Chiropractic care aims to...

Can turmeric help you?

Can turmeric help you?

At The Woodstock Chiropractor we are always looking at how much more we can make a difference to the health of Oxfordshire residents and beyond! Turmeric is a spice that has been used in traditional medicine for centuries. It is a member of the ginger family and is...

What Are the Benefits of Sports Massage?

What Are the Benefits of Sports Massage?

Sports massage is a specialised form of massage therapy that focuses on helping athletes and active people find relief from sore muscles, aches, and pains. It’s a great way to reduce stress, improve range of motion, and help prevent injury. Let’s take a closer look at...

How to Keep Winter Aches at Bay

How to Keep Winter Aches at Bay

As the nights draw in and the temperature drops, many people experience changes in their body with increased stiffness, aches and pain. This is a widely accepted phenomenon, with research suggesting that the decline in temperature and increase in air pressure causes...

3 Top Tips for a Pain-Free Night of Sleep

3 Top Tips for a Pain-Free Night of Sleep

Sleep is paramount to our overall health and well-being, with a good night’s sleep providing us with the energy for the next day and allowing our bodies time to recover. However, when we have back pain, we will spend a large proportion of the night tossing and turning...

Management of Osteoarthritis (OA)

Management of Osteoarthritis (OA)

Osteoarthritis is a painful and debilitating condition that affects millions of people around the world. It is caused by wear and tear on the joints, which leads to joint swelling, stiffness, pain, and decreased range of motion. While there’s no cure for...

The benefits of maintaining a strong core

The benefits of maintaining a strong core

Maintaining a strong core is an important part of overall health and well-being, as it helps to improve posture, balance, and stability. It can also help to reduce the risk of injury and improve athletic performance. When it comes to strengthening your core, it’s not...

Tune your Immune System

Tune your Immune System

The immune system…. Can we influence it?Our body… what an amazing piece of machinery it is, it has lots of systems and mechanisms that need to work cohesively in order for us to survive!  Many of you will be aware (particularly since this is a really hot topic...