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Durham House Chiropractic Clinics News

ITS OUR 7th BIRTHDAY! - January 2013

On January 11th, 2006 Durham House Chiropractic Clinic opened its first practice in FleetHampshire. The original team members were:
Galin Cleary - Chiropractor and owner,
Fi wilkes - Front desk/practice manager
Julie Jarvis - Sports massage practitioner.

Over the past 7 years we have seen many changes within the company. We have seen ourteam expand to over 20 members. We have increased our services to our patients and now offer a variety of treatments such as podiatry, acupuncture and holistic therapies. We have opened a second practice in Farnham and are constantly looking on how to improve and grow.

We would like to welcome new members of the team:
Fiona - sports massage practitioner
Babs and Alison - inner focus counselling
Kim - nutritionist - Eat well work out
Hilary - receptionist
Lorraine- receptionist

What has remained the same however is our enthusiasm and joy of being in the chiropractic profession and being able to give chiropractic care to the communities in and around Fleet and Farnham.

From all the team at Durham House Chiropractic Clinic we would like to thank our patients, family members and friends for their continued support. You have enabled us to become a company that we are thoroughly proud of.

Christmas in the clinic.. December 2012

We have been taking part in many promotions over the festive season and have been receiving an overwhelming response.

Here we are at Alton Yuletide event..

Dark Commute getting you down? December 2012

New research from the TUC has found that the average commute is just over 52 minutes per day and also varies according to a number of factors.

The British Chiropractic Association has some great advice for travel-worn commuters as in their own research, one in three commuters (32%) are suffering from back pain.

Driving
Commuting by car may be seen, by some, like the easy route, but driving remains a key trigger of back pain, contributing significantly to the length of time spent sitting inactive each day at both work and home. Sitting down can put twice as much pressure on the spine as standing up. The dark weather further increases the likelihood of hunching over the steering wheel.
- If driving (as we are all different shapes and sizes), make sure you adjust car seats, head rests and steering wheels to meet your individual requirements. This will not only improve your comfort in the car but also your safety.

Public Transport
- If you mainly stand on your commute, make sure you wear comfortable shoes and loose clothing. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart and hold onto a rail comfortably, don’t over stretch.
- If you do get a seat, relax when sitting into your chair, making sure you have your bottom against the seat back and your shoulder blades are touching the back rest of the chair. Avoid stiffness by doing shoulder shrugs, buttock clenches and foot circles.
- If using a laptop, don’t sit in the same position for long periods, as you are looking down onto the screen with your head unsupported. Rest the laptop on a table, not on your lap, arms should be flat and your elbows level with the desk or table you are using.

Don't forget........Muscles and joints are designed for movement so, where possible, walk as it will help improve muscle tone, improve circulation and posture.

Durham House in the Alice Holt Bolt - September 2012

Congratulations to all the members of staff from Durham House who competed in the Alice Holt Bolt today.

Thank you also to all our supporters!

Here's to the next race!

Its Our 4 Year Anniversary! - September 2012

Sept, 2009 Durham House Chiropractic Clinic opened its second practice in Farnham Surrey. The original team members were:

Galin Cleary - Chiropractor and owner,
Sheridon Bower - Front desk/practice manager
Felicity James- Senior Chiropractor
Margarita Smith - Sports massage practitioner

Over the past 4 years we have seen many changes within the company. We have seen our teamexpand to over 20 members.

We have increased our services to our patients and now offer a variety of treatments such as podiatry, acupuncture and holistic therapies.

Durham House at Fleet Carnival - June 2012

Congratulations to Fleet Carnival for putting on such an excellent event this year.

Despite the rain the atmosphere was fantastic and we had a great time. Durham House was performing free spinal screens and massage tasters and had a very busy weekend.

Thank you for allowing us to take part in such a great community event.

Bank Holiday Blues? - May 2012

Bank holidays are a time for relaxation, time with friends and family at home or away as well as the opportunity to kick-off some of those DIY and garden projects. The weather forecast is not looking too positive but, whether travelling, undertaking DIY projects, gardening or just lazing about, we at Durham House Chiropractic Clinic have some great tips to help avoid any problems with your back and posture.

New market research,** commissioned by the British Chiropractic Association, found nearly half (48%) of the UK population are currently experiencing back pain, whilst a further 38% have suffered from back pain at some point in their lives.

A good reason then to take extra care with those weekend plans and Durham House Chiropractic Clinic has some great advice to help you.

In the garden….

Don’t wear clothes that are tight or could constrict your movement.

Gardening is like any other exercise; you need to warm up first. Don’t go straight into heavy garden work; start off with lighter jobs as this will lessen the chance of muscle strain.

Get as close as possible to the things you are pruning and avoid overstretching. Investing in some long handled secateurs is a good idea.

Take a break and vary your activity by spending no more than 20-30 minutes on any one thing and make sure you take regular breaks.

Ladder Sense

When using a ladder or steps, make sure you are always facing it, keeping your shoulders, hips and knees pointing in the same direction.

Rather than leaning or reaching, move the ladder or step regularly to keep up with where you are. Any kind of ladder must be firmly and safely planted in position and, if possible, have someone else there to keep an eye on things.

Plan ahead

If you are planning a trip to the DIY store to buy heavy items such as cement or gravel, buy smaller bags rather than one big bag as they are easier and safer to carry. If buying in bulkier amounts, shovel the contents of the large bags straight into smaller containers or wheelbarrow from the back of the car.

If having items delivered, have them unloaded as close to where you need them as possible; this will save the effort of moving them again.

Travelling

If you are flying, drink plenty of water and NOT alcohol during the flight as this will cause dehydration, which could aggravate muscle pain.

Whether travelling by plane, train or car - you will be restricted in your seat for most of the journey, but avoid stiffness by doing shoulder shrugs, buttock clenches and foot circles.

If on a train or plane, try to stand up and move around every 20-40 minutes or, when you stop for a petrol/food break on a car journey, take the opportunity to just stretch and shake out your limbs to allow your muscles to relax.

Compensate for your prolonged time of inactivity during the journey by doing light exercise – just going

Staying at home

Although the TV schedules are likely to have plenty to please or you may want to spend time playing your latest computer game, try to avoid sitting for long periods; take a break at least every 40 minutes.

Make the most of the leisure time and fit some exercise in – whether it be a run, time at the gym or going for a walk with friends and family. Active games such as Wii, Kinect or old fashioned favourites like Twister will help keep you moving.

Listen to Ian on BBC Radio Surrey - February 2012
As part of the acupuncture awareness week promotions Ian will be joining Sarah Gorrell on BBC radio Surrey. Listen from 4pm on Wednesday 29th February.

Save Your Back When Shoveling - February 2012

During the winter, many people visit us complaining of back pain. Often, they blame the last snowfall. After shoveling the driveway, their backs feel stiff and achy. Others have sudden pain the moment they pick up a shovel. Shoveling snow can cause anything from muscle strain to slipped disks and even serious bone fractures. But if you follow a few simple tips, you can help prevent low back pain related to snow shoveling.

Choose a proper shovel. Consider two types of snow shovels. One lifts loads of snow. The other - with a wide, curved blade - is used as a "plow." Make sure both types of shovels have curved handles with plastic, lightweight blades. The curved handle helps you keep your back straight when lifting the snow-filled blade off the ground - or when you push snow aside with the plowing shovel. Make sure the handle of your snow shovel reaches your chest.
Warm up first. Shoveling is a combination of weightlifting and cardiovascular exercise. Like any other exercise, warm up first to avoid injury. Warm up your muscles by taking a walk. You can also march or jog in place.
Technique

Space your hands apart for leverage. This makes it easier to lift a blade filled with snow.
Space your feet shoulder-width apart.
Bend at the knees - not the waist. If you do bend at the waist, bring your hands closer to the end of the shovel or get a shovel with a longer handle.
Tighten your abdominal muscles every time you lift a load of snow.
Keep your head down and in line with a straight back.
Keep each shovelful close to the body. Avoid extending your arms.
Minimize the distance you carry the snow. Walk each shovelful just a few feet, as close to the ground as you can, then dump it by flipping the handle with your wrists. Avoid throwing loads of snow over your shoulder.
Clear deep snow layer by layer.
Pace yourself, and stay hydrated.

Know your limits. Don't be afraid to ask for help. If the snow is deep or heavy, ask a family member, friend or neighborhood teenager to help.
Caution
please try to avoid shovelling snow if you have had any previous back or musculoskeletal injury if you have heart trouble, or have risk factors for heart disease, shoveling can lead to a heart attack. If you feel chest pain or become short of breath while shoveling, stop at once.

ITS OUR 6TH BIRTHDAY! - January 2012

On January 11th, 2006 Durham House Chiropractic Clinic opened its first practice in Fleet Hampshire. The original team members were:
Galin Cleary - Chiropractor and owner,
Fi wilkes - Front desk/practice manager
Julie Jarvis - Sports massage practitioner.

Over the past 6 years we have seen many changes within the company. We have seen our team expand to over 20 members. We have increased our services to our patients and now offer a variety of treatments such as podiatry, acupuncture and holistic therapies. We have opened a second practice in Farnham and are constantly looking on how to improve and grow.

What has remained the same however is our enthusiasm and joy of being in the chiropractic profession and being able to give chiropractic care to the communities in and around Fleet and Farnham.