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FREE SPINAL HEALTH CARE CLASS

Our next FREE spinal health care classes are on the 22nd of Jan and 2nd February 2015 at 7pm.

To find out how to maintain a healthy spine feel free to come along.

For more details please contact the clinic on: 0115  922 5085

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Medication madness.

Hello everyone, welcome to my first blog post, I know you are all very busy (especially at this time of year) so I’ll keep it short and sweet.
Yesterday (December 10th 2014), the BBC published an article stating that 50% of women in England and 43% of men are on prescription medication. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-30411246
Whilst younger people are less likely to be on any medications, 50% of those over 75 were on more than five different medications. Reading further into the article reveals that the most common medications are for blood pressure, cholesterol and antidepressants. I personally find it quite frightening how many people are on these medications. I have no end of patients inform me that their ‘cholesterol was borderline; so the GP has put me on medication anyway…’
At this point I could get onto a soap box and moan about the huge power the pharmaceutical industry holds over the medical profession and our National Health Service, but I promised to keep it short!
I could also link to articles that my Chiropractor friends are quoting about a study in the USA where patients under chiropractic use 53% less drugs than those not under care, but I am honest and open with my patients and this study is purely related to back pain and surgery not about other medications such as those for cardiovascular disease. It’s still fantastic news that we can help reduce the number of painkillers and likelihood of surgery for the majority of back pain sufferers but our patients already know that –it is why they come to see us and why they recommend us to friends and family.
So instead I’d like to remind you that your health is your responsibility, that the majority of medications can be avoided with a healthy diet and exercise. I know at this time of year there are plenty of parties and meals out to indulge in, that it is dark early; icy cold and windy so the thought of exercise is bleak. However, if you can get out for a walk over lunchtime then hopefully you will blow the cobwebs away, get some vitamin D if the sun makes an appearance and make your heart work harder which is the start of making it (and you) healthier. Don’t put it off to the New Year –start now and still enjoy everything over Christmas -just in moderation!
At the clinic we will be happy to answer any questions you have to address your diet and lifestyle, either ask your chiropractor in your next treatment session or join us for one of the spinal healthcare classes in the New Year –they are free and limited to small groups so that the chiropractor can answer questions. They need to be booked via reception, Wednesday 7th January 7pm, Thursday 22nd January 7pm and Tuesday 3rd February 7pm are all available to book now but we expect them to fill up quickly!
Enjoy the festivities and we look forward to helping keep you happy and healthy in 2015!
Sophie

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Christmas and New Year opening times

CHRISTMAS OPENING HOURS 2014

Wednesday 24th December 8.00 am to 12 noon

Sophie Nicholls/ Rob Dobbs/Nathan Chilton

Thursday 25th December Closed

Friday 26th December Closed

Saturday 27th December 8.00 am to 12.00 noon

Alex Newton/Nathan Chilton

Monday 29th December 8.00 am to 8.00pm

Alex Newton/Rob Dobbs/Nathan Chilton

Tuesday 30th December 8.00 am to 8.00 pm

Alex Newton/Robb Dobbs

Wednesday 31st December 8.00am to 12.00 noon

Robb Dobbs/Nathan Chilton

Thursday 1st January 2014 Closed

Normal Hours resume Friday 2nd January 2015 8.00 am

Clinic Help Line   07854707873

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Spinal health care class on the 7th of January @ 7PM.

This is a  FREE class provided for you, your friends and family to help you to understand about maintaining a healthy spine.

 It will explain what Chiropractic is and its role in maintaining  health.

 It will also touch upon exercise, posture and diet, and the importance each have when looking after your spine.

Come along with friends and family to find out how to maintain a healthy spine and claim thier discount voucher for their first visit (terms and conditions apply). 

For more info please contact the clinic on 0115 9225085.

Places are limited so please book early.

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Macmillan cancer support

A big thank you to all the pateints who contributed and supported our coffee morning, cake stall and tombola on Thursday 2nd October 2014

We raised a current total of £358.00 for this workthy cause.

If you would like to share yourdelicious cake receipes with us we will produce a leaflet to help raise further funds.

Please send them by email if possible to alex@beestonchiropractic.co.uk

 

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Ice packs – Life time guarantee

If you have purchased an Icepack from us and it splits or starts to leak, you can have a free recplacement.

However, to order your free replacement you need to visit the manufactures web site at

                            www.coldpack.co.uk

We are sorry that we are no longer able to exchange them at recpetion.

Thank you for your understanding and sorry for any inconvenience.

 

 

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