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Back Pain – don’t let it stop you!

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For anyone who has experienced true back pain, we salute you. It can be agonising. Excruciating. Debilitating. So much so that you are terrified that the inevitable sharp, shooting spasm will re-occur and you will do anything to stop it happening again – even come and see a chiropractor!

The good news is that almost all injuries will heal

Your pain will usually subside and you will get back to normal activity again. Understanding your problem, knowing how to manage it, and not being afraid of it is the key.

Getting experienced advice and treatment is crucial. We can help if you need us – BOOK NOW

Over the years, we’ve lost count of the number of clients who are too afraid to move properly due to being told they have “crumbling discs” or a “crumbling spine”. This sort of language is poor, fear inducing and misleading. Fear of pain causes apprehension, and a loss of control over your own health. Anyone who tells you that you have a “crumbling back”, is a poor clinician and you should seek a second opinion. Most back injuries will heal and can be managed.

Allowing your fear of injury to control you is NOT the answer.

A good example of this is our chiropractor Chris, who has had back issues since his days sitting at computers in his early twenties, which led to a disc prolapse and micro-discectomy surgery (its how he came to change his career to become a Chiropractor). He told us a story about his back from a few years ago:

“As I was sorting through some of our old things, I came across an old MRI scan of my lower back when I was in my first year of chiropractic school, at the ripe old age of 27 (I’m now nearly 50!). I’d had previous surgery at L5/S1 when I was 23 and suffered back flare ups on and off since then, but this one was bad.

MRI broken

If you take a look at my scan (red circle), you can see multiple disc bulges, inflammation of the vertebrae, a narrow spinal canal and degenerative (or so-called “crumbling”) discs.

I was suffering quite severe back and leg pain at the time, and I can still remember being told that I had the “spine of a 65 year old” by one of the doctors. Great, thanks. I was really quite worried. How would I cope with the pain? When will it stop? How will I live with this for the rest of my life?

Normal Lumbar spine MRI

Compare the above image to this MRI of a healthy 20 year old lower back. It has lovely alignment, healthy vertebrae and discs, and a nice spacious spinal canal. You can see, based on my scan alone, how it would have been easy to give up hope and let the pain and fear set in. And let it control my life.

But I chose not too. Thanks to my experience and training as a chiropractor over the last 20 years, and my neuro-mechanical nutrition training, at the age of nearly 50 I am stronger than I’ve ever been. I can ride mountain bikes down scary hills (that’s me in the main pic), squat my own bodyweight, and deadlift twice my own bodyweight. Sure, I get the occasional flare up (the degeneration hasn’t gone anywhere!), but it is extremely rare and when it happens I know how to manage it. And I can help you to do that too!“

You must learn how to manage your condition – there are no shortcuts!

One of the main challenges with persistent back problems is learning how to move better again with confidence and coordination. A big part of this is building stability, strength and mobility. This is done through appropriate exercise, a healthy diet and lifestyle and techniques such as Yoga, Pilates, massage and Chiropractic. You must learn how to manage your condition – there are no shortcuts!

Getting good advice and maintaining good quality movement is essential. BOOK NOW.

Take the Next Step

If you’re dealing with muscle, joint, or nerve pain that’s impacting your quality of life, chiropractic care, massage or shockwave could be the answer — whether that means short-term relief or lasting improvements, our care could help. If you are unsure which may be best for you, please feel free to contact us.

BOOK IN NOW. to start feeling better, move more freely, and support your body’s natural healing. We’ll work with you to identify any underlying issues and give you the tools to maintain your health.

Stafford Massage Room

Clinics in Stafford & Newport

We can help you to achieve better health. Our team of experienced chiropractors and massage therapists are ready to help you. We look forward to seeing you.

Your team at Pure Health Chiropractic

Article by Ethan Mallett
Content and Media Manager

Case courtesy of Mohd Radhwan Bin Abidin, Radiopaedia.org. From the case rID: 151544

Curcumin

Are you taking Turmeric? You should read this…

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Turmeric (curcumin) is the wonder compound everyone raves about. It’s been shown to help with a number of inflammatory ailments including: arthritis; joint pain; digestive issues; and even migraines. BUT, is all turmeric the same? NO, and we explain why below…

Only 1-2% of curcumin gets absorbed into the blood

The main active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin, which is poorly absorbed by the body. In its natural form, less than 2% is bioavailable. To enhance absorption, many supplements combine curcumin with piperine – a compound found in black pepper – that can increase bioavailability by up to 20-fold. However, high doses of curcumin supplements have, in rare cases, been linked to liver toxicity.

There’s a better way — the Phytosome!

The supplement we recommend – TURMERIC PLUS – uses phytosomal technology (Meriva®) to deliver our 330 mg of curcumin, which provides the same bioavailability as about 2,250 mg of standard curcumin!

This advanced formulation binds curcumin to phospholipids, dramatically improving absorption into the bloodstream. 

Still not convinced? Look at the research

Studies comparing phytosomal curcumin (Meriva®) to standard turmeric found that overall curcuminoid absorption was about 29 times higher—that’s a 2,900% increase in bioavailability 🤯.

And best of all, this boost comes without using high-dose piperine, which has been linked to potential liver stress at large amounts. 

Clinical evidence supports our Curcumin Phytosome formula

In an 8-month study of 100 patients with knee osteoarthritis, daily administration of 1,000 mg Meriva® (≈200 mg curcumin) produced significant improvements in pain, stiffness and function (WOMAC score) and markedly better treadmill walking performance versus a control group — with reductions in inflammatory markers and good tolerability.

This extended study confirms that the phytosome formulation delivers sustained, clinically meaningful benefits without requiring high-dose piperine. They used the WOMAC score for pain and disability for the knee OA and after 8 months the curcumin group had a total of over 50% reduction in pain and disability. 

Of course with less pain, comes less medication along with less side effects.

But TURMERIC PLUS is not a one-man band.

It’s a dynamic duo, combining phytosomal curcumin with phytosomal Boswellia (Casperome®) for a double whammy against inflammation. Clinical evidence shows this combination can accelerate recovery from ankle sprains, with over 50% improvement in pain and function compared with controls.

Or how about knee injuries, again over 50% improvement:

In short: TURMERIC PLUS delivers clinically supported, highly absorbable curcumin, enhanced by Boswellia, for sustained, powerful anti-inflammatory support — naturally, safely, and effectively.

You could be paying up to double the amount for the same doses in two separate products! You can get Turmeric Plus from us for only £34 (existing clients only – contact us for details).

Meet Our Expert In Chiropractic Nutrition

Did you know that our chiropractor, Chris, is certified in neuro-mechanical nutrition?

After completing the Core Concepts in Chiropractic Nutrition program at the Academy of Chiropractic Nutrition, Chris can support clients not only with back, neck, or joint pain but also with nutrition-related issues such as low-grade inflammation or energy problems. Tailored dietary advice can improve healing, energy, and overall wellbeing—enhancing the results of your chiropractic care.

We often recommend inHealth supplements to complement chiropractic care if nutrition is a limiting factor in your recovery.

Take the Next Step

If you’re struggling with muscle, joint, or nerve problems that affect your quality of life, chiropractic care could help—either for short-term relief or long-term maintenance.

BOOK IN NOW. to start feeling better, move more freely, and support your body’s natural healing through chiropractic care and nutrition.

We can help you to achieve better health. Why not come and see what our chiropractors and massage therapists in Stafford and Newport can do for you. We look forward to seeing you.

Chris Mallett
Principal Chiropractor
Pure Health Chiropractic & Wellness (Stafford and Newport)

Featured image by Simon A. Eugster, CC BY-SA 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Pascal Kings, CC BY 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons

The importance of nutrition in Chiropractic care

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Many people underestimate how important good nutrition is for healing and overall health. Even though we think we eat healthily, modern diets often lack essential nutrients and vitamins our bodies need to thrive.

Why Nutrition Matters for Healing and Health

Poor nutrition and lifestyle choices can create a “nutritional gap”—meaning your body isn’t getting enough of the nutrients it needs. At the same time, modern life exposes us to more “bad stuff,” such as stress, poor sleep, too much junk food, social media, and lack of activity. These factors don’t just affect our mood and general health—they can also slow down healing, prolong injuries, and even contribute to chronic pain because the body can’t focus its energy on repair.

How Nutrition Impacts Chiropractic Care

Chiropractic care isn’t just about relieving pain—it’s about helping your body function at its best. Your body needs essential nutrients to produce energy, hormones, and connective tissue like bones, ligaments, tendons, and muscles. Without proper nutrition, you may experience fatigue, hormone imbalances, poor tissue quality, stiffness, and a higher risk of injury.

In other words, even the best chiropractic adjustments are harder to benefit from if your nutrition and lifestyle aren’t supporting your body’s natural healing processes.

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Why Diet Alone May Not Be Enough

  • Nutrients in food are declining: Modern farming depletes soil of minerals, and fruits and vegetables are often stored for months before reaching your table. Even organic produce is affected.
  • Meat may be less nutritious: Livestock fed on grains instead of natural diets receive fewer nutrients, which affects the quality of the meat you eat.
  • Modern lifestyles increase nutrient demands: Stress, activity levels, and environmental factors mean your body needs more nutrients than in the past.

Supplements: Helpful, But Not a Fix-All

Taking a daily multivitamin is useful, but supplements are designed to complement a healthy diet, not replace it. Many over-the-counter supplements are low quality or poorly absorbed, so they may not make a noticeable difference.

We recommend high-quality, bioavailable supplements like In Health One a Day Essential Multi, which contain forms of vitamins and minerals that your body can actually use. Some people, due to genetic factors, cannot convert inactive vitamins into the forms their bodies need—so the right supplement makes a real difference.

Meet Our Expert In Chiropractic Nutrition

Did you know that our chiropractor, Chris, is certified in neuro-mechanical nutrition?

After completing the Core Concepts in Chiropractic Nutrition program at the Academy of Chiropractic Nutrition, Chris can support clients not only with back, neck, or joint pain but also with nutrition-related issues such as low-grade inflammation or energy problems. Tailored dietary advice can improve healing, energy, and overall wellbeing—enhancing the results of your chiropractic care.

We often recommend inHealth supplements to complement chiropractic care if nutrition is a limiting factor in your recovery.

Take the Next Step

If you’re struggling with muscle, joint, or nerve problems that affect your quality of life, chiropractic care could help—either for short-term relief or long-term maintenance.

If you’re feeling tight or stiff after activities like gardening, our massage therapist Liesa can provide targeted relief.

BOOK IN NOW. to start feeling better, move more freely, and support your body’s natural healing through chiropractic care and nutrition.

No matter what your problem, we will look to help you to address any underlying causes, empowering you in improving and maintaining your health.

Stafford Massage Room

We can help you to achieve better health. Why not come and see what our chiropractors and massage therapists in Stafford and Newport can do for you. We look forward to seeing you.

Chris Mallett
Principal Chiropractor
Pure Health Chiropractic & Wellness (Stafford and Newport)

Featured image by Pascal Kings, CC BY 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0, via Wikimedia Commons