Entries by Mike Glassborow

Welcome to our blog

December 12, 2014 in /by

Our Website and Chiropractors Our latest blogs will appear regularly with information about Ridgeway Chiropractic Clinic and industry news in general. You can read all about our professional team of Chiropractors on this website so you can get to know us before coming to see us. If you would like to book a session with […]

Sports Injuries

November 2, 2014 in , /by

The main aim of chiropractic treatment in the area of sports injuries is to restore normal functioning to your joints and muscles, along with the nervous system. Seeking chiropractic care and treatment for a complaint may increase your muscle strength, co-ordination and control. In order to speed up recovery and maybe even improve your performance, […]

Neck Pain

September 2, 2014 in , , /by

About Neck Pain Today’s modern living often entails hours of driving and hunching over workstations, which can play havoc with our necks. So it is not surprising that neck pain is the second most common condition that chiropractors treat. And with the use of tablets and smart phones increasing we are seeing more and more […]

Back Pain

September 2, 2014 in , /by

About Back Pain Low back pain is one of the most common conditions the general public suffer from, with approximately 80% of the population experiencing some form of lower back pain in their lifetime. Our chiropractors at the Newport clinic treat and help a large number of these patients every day. There are numerous reasons […]

Repetitive Strain Injury

September 2, 2014 in , /by

About RSI Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) is the heading used to cover a range of conditions that result from a gradual build-up of tension and overuse in our muscles, tendons and joints from continual stresses and everyday activities. The most common RSI’s include plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, iliotibial band syndrome and rotator cuff impingement. Repetitive […]

Shoulder Pain

September 2, 2014 in , , /by

Facts About Shoulder Pain The shoulder joint (Gleno-humeral joint) is a complex joint which is very commonly injured. It is a shallow ball and socket joint which relies on stabilisation coming from the surrounding soft tissues. This gives the shoulder a wide range of motion, but these characteristics also make it prone to injury. There […]

Headaches / Migraine

September 2, 2014 in , /by

There are many different types of headaches which we see at our Newport Clinic. The two most common are: Cervicogenic Headaches These headaches occur when the upper part of the neck becomes misaligned or restricted therefore causing irritation to the surrounding soft tissues and nerves. This normally manifests itself as pain in the back and […]

Pregnancy Pain

September 2, 2014 in /by

Pregnancy Pain It is perfectly safe to receive chiropractic care during pregnancy, and here at Ridgeway Chiropractic Clinic, we ensure that all our treatment programmes are tailored to meet your specific needs and preferences. It is very common that during pregnancy women will experience joint, muscle or nerve pain, and also prior to childbirth these […]

Elbow Pain

March 15, 2014 in , , /by

Lateral and medial epicondylitis are otherwise known: as tennis and golfers’ elbow. They can occur at any age with a peak in patients between 35-54 years. It’s not just tennis and golf though which can cause elbow pain, other risk factors include: prolonged computer use, driving, DIY and sports that require a throwing motion. Both […]