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Agosach at Agor y Clinig. Closer to Opening the Clinic

15/6/2020

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Helo pawb :-) 
Tro cyntaf i mi sgrifennu Blog!
Mae di fod dros dri mis ers i ni gau drysau Clinic Ceiropracteg Llangefni.  Rwy'n methu merched gwych Karen, Georgie a Gwenda sy'n rhedeg y dderbynfa, yr holl gleifion hyfryd a methu helpu pobl gostwng poen a symud yn well.
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Dwi di body n meddwl yn ôl amdan y pethau positif sydd di ddigwydd dros yr amser adref. Ceisiais fod yn gynhyrchiol yn hytrach nag edrych ar glipiau YouTube o Peacocks ym Mangor neu freuddwydio am gerdded a dringo ym mynyddoedd hyfryd ni yn Gogledd Cymru.
​Hefyd rwyf wedi bod yn brysur yn galw ac yn siarad gyda chleifion a chysylltu ar Facebook ac e-bost. Dwi di gal amser i gymryd rhan mewn cyrsiau datblygiad proffesiynol dyddiol ar-lein ac wedi cymryd cwrs am ddim Prifysgol Yale ar wyddoniaeth hapusrwydd. Rwyf bellach hefyd yn hyfedr mewn cyfarfodydd Zoom a gweminarau ar-lein - pethau na fuaswn erioed wedi dychmygu fy hun yn eu gwneud yn gynt.
​Rwy'n hapus i ddweud ein bod ar hyn o bryd yn gweithio ar ailagor. Disgwyl am weddill y PPE gyrraedd er mwyn i ni agor ein drysau i ddechrau ymarfer ceiropracteg yn ddiogel eto.
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Mae yna lawer o newidiadau yn y clinig, ffasiwn newydd gyda PPE. Pawb I wisgo mygydau - peidiwch â phoeni os nad oes gennych chi fwgwd byddwn ni'n gallu rhoi un i chi. Mi fyddai yn gwisgo ffedog, fiswrn a menig I gadw pawb yn sáf.
Os ydych yn cael unrhyw boen cefn, poen gwddf, cur pen, materion iechyd neu ffitrwydd neu os oes gennych unrhyw gwestiynau ar hyn o bryd, mae croeso i chi ffonio'r clinig, gyrru neges e-bost neu Facebook  atom.
Edrych ymlaen at eich gweld yn fuan
Cymerwch ofal
Ceri Ann :-)
First time writing a blog!
It’s been over three months since we closed the doors of Llangefni Chiropractic Clinic. I’m really missing  Karen, Georgie and Gwenda our wonderful reception ladies and helping all our lovely patients move better and make pain a thing of the past.
Reflecting on the positive points of the lockdown I tried to be productive rather than just looking at you tube clips of peacocks on Bangor High Street or dreaming of walking and climbing in our lovely mountains of North Wales. 
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​I’ve been calling patients and staying active on Facebook and email, taken part in daily online professional development courses and taken a Free Yale university course on The Science of Well-Being. I am now also proficient in Zoom meetings and online webinars – things I’d never have imagined myself doing before the lockdown. 
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I’m happy to say we are currently working on reopening :-)  We are just waiting for the remainder of the PPE to arrive so we can open our doors and safely start practising chiropractic again. 
​There are a lot of changes in the clinic. A new fashion with PPE as we will all be wearing masks as required but don’t worry if you don’t have one as we’ll have one for you. I’ll also be wearing an apron, visor and gloves for your safety. 
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​If you are having any back pain, neck pain, headaches, health or fitness issues or have any questions at the moment please don’t hesitate to call the clinic, ​email or Facebook message  us.
Looking forward to seeing you all soon
Take care
Ceri Ann :-)
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'...it's nice to think that my back pain is helping to fix someone else's...'

25/10/2015

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On Friday 16 October 2015, we worked a day for charity. We put every patient's treatment fee into a pot and gave it to World Spine Care.

Why? Well, we know how debilitating it is to have back pain. To not be able to work or to do the things that you want to do because of your pain. Luckily, in this part of the world we can do something about it.

Sadly, in other parts of the world, people are not so lucky. They don't have access to the care that they might need. They can't pop to the chemist to get some painkillers. They can't use an ice-pack as they don't have a freezer. They can't have a hot bath to ease their aches and pains. They can't even pop to see their friendly, local chiropractor!

What's worse, for them, it's not just relief that they want. They need to be fit and active to be able get on with life. To grow their food, to carry their water, to build their homes and to care for their families.

However, there is help! World Spine Care is a global charity on a mission to improve lives in underserved communities through sustainable, integrated, evidence based, spine care. They aim to create a world in which everyone has access to the highest quality spine care possible.

So, that's why we donated every treatment fee to World Spine Care.

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You can help too - we've got a collection tin in clinic so stop by and pop your pennies in. We care for spines everyday, not just on World Spine Day...


"...it's nice to think that my back pain is helping to fix someone else's..."


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Eat breakfast like a king...

10/12/2014

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I used to be someone who skipped breakfast. Or, at best I'd grab a piece of toast and a mug of tea, or munch my way through a bowl of sugary cereal. Then I switched to porridge thinking it was a healthier option. However, I was always hungry, my tummy rumbling after just a couple of hours - and then I'd reach for the biscuit tin.

After reading round, I switched to having a veggie omelette for breakfast. Hey presto! I felt fuller for longer, leaner, more awake and less sluggish. The extra bit of podge fell off and I'm pretty much full up until lunchtime. What's more, it is quicker to make and easier to eat than munching through a bowl of cereal!

Want to find out more? This has to be one of the simplest explanations as to why breakfast (and a protein-rich one at that) is good for you... click here!
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Spring Fever!

17/4/2014

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I've seen a spate of stiff backs and achy shoulders after this sudden arrival of Spring; everybody seems to have been out in the garden, tidying up after the blustery winter we've had, or attcking the house with a bug of Spring Cleaning! No doubt everybody will be hard at it again this Easter weekend - whilst we're meant to relax, unwind, catch up with friends and family, I'm sure a lot of us will be attacking those DIY projects around the house and garden.

Whatever you're up to, just be careful! Avoid neck and back pain, or those general aches and pains by following a few simple tips...

'How does your garden grow...?'
  • Wear comfy clothes that don't restrict your movement, and like any other form of exercise, make sure you warm up the muscles first. Start off with the light, easy jobs before tackling the heavier tasks.
  • Don't overstretch - get as close as possible to the things you're pruning, and invest in some decent step ladders and long-handled loppers.
  • Avoid repetitive strain type injuries by spending no more than 20-30 minutes on any one thing and make sure you take regular breaks. Take regular breaks and admire all your efforts!
  • If laying a patio, keep the slab close to your body and bend your knees; it is sometimes better to bend one knee rather two, as your supporting leg gives you a position of strength. If using railway sleepers, two people will probably be needed.

    'Do it yourself...!'

  • When using a ladder or steps, make sure you are always facing it, keeping your shoulders, hips and knees pointing in the same direction. The same is true for most activities - move your feet rather than twisting from the waist or hips.
  • Rather than leaning or reaching, use some steps and move them regularly to keep up with where you are. Or, if you're working low down, get down on the floor! Make sure your ladder is firmly planted in position, and have someone else around to keep an eye on things - or at least a mobile phone in your pocket in case of mishaps!
  • If you are painting a ceiling, think about getting the largest amount of paint on in the shortest space of time. Use a paint pad or roller with an extended handle and hold it at chest height. Keep your head as neutral as possible and keep facing forward so you don’t over exert your neck - again, get to the level you're working at, rather than overstretching!
  • Plan ahead - buy heavy items like cement and gravel in smaller bags rather than one big one as it is easier and safer to carry. Make use of the trolleys and wheelbarrows to avoid heavy lifting. Careful when loading items into the boot of the car; ideally get them delivered and have them unloaded where you need them to save unnecessary carrying.
'On the road again...'
  • Whether travelling by plane, train or car avoid getting stiff by wriggling around. Do some shoulder shrugs and neck stretches, clench your buttocks and calves and circle your feet and ankles.  
  • 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 for a brisk 20 minute walk once you have arrived at your destination will help.
  • Avoid dehydration by drinking plenty of water when you are travelling - and avoid alcohol when you are flying. This will help to prevent muscle pain and stiffness.
'Too many Easter Eggs...?!'
  • If the weather permits, make the most of the time off and get out into the fresh air. A brisk walk, or a game of frisbee on the beach is a great way to burn off the Creme Eggs, or work up an appetite for another hot cross bun! It''ll also help to loosen up the joints, stretch out the muscles, easing aches and pains and low back problems.
  • If rain stops play, dig out the old game of Twister to stretch out a few of the joints, or borrow the kids' Wii and get moving!
  • Even if you're slobbing out, making the most of the Bank Holiday TV, try to keep moving. Get up and wriggle every advert break, and leave the remote control the other side of the room - this will keep your joints moving and will help prevent back pain.

Disclaimer: Following this advice will not only keep you looser and freer, but will keep your local friendly chiropractor happy too so she can catch up with her 'to do' list!!


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April 03rd, 2014

3/4/2014

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Tag Cloud!

26/3/2014

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My husband is on leave and bored at home so he made a 'Tag Cloud' of all the words used on the website!
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Tired of your commute?

8/2/2014

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Living here on Anglesey, we can all spend a lot of time on the A55 - even a trip to the nearest supermarket can result in a 40 mile round trip! Many of my patients are having to do a long commute to work on a daily basis, or head out of North Wales a couple of times a week for meetings or work elsewhere. I spend quite a lot of time on the road too; I have to attend BCA meetings in Reading or London and in my spare time enjoy catching up with friends and family - usually involving a trip down to Oxfordshire.

All this driving and commuting can take its toll. A recent survey conducted by Evian found that of the 2000 commuters questioned 1 in 9 felt miserable because of the journey, 1 in 3 were bored with their commute and 1 in 6 arrived at working already exhausted and wanting to go back to bed!

However, it's not just our minds (and souls!) that suffer; sitting puts twice as much pressure through the spine as standing up, and when we're in a car seat we really can't wriggle around. Minimise the detrimental effect by ensuring that your car seat is set up for you to make you comfortable - adjust your steering wheel and seat so that your arms are relaxed and not reaching too far. Tilt your car seat so that your knees are slightly lower than your hips as this can help to ease the pressure in your low back, and adjust the seat back so it is comfortable. Most importantly, take regular breaks! Plan your journey to fill up with fuel half-way on a trip, stop and have a brief walk for a minute or so every hour, and on arrival, park further away than usual so you can have a quick walk to stretch your legs.

The same goes for trains - if you get a seat, stand up and wriggle around regularly, make sure that you're sitting correctly with your bottom against the seat back and your shoulder blades touching the seat behind you. If you're doing some work, try to adjust your position so that you're not slouching or leaning too far forwards with your head unsupported. Get up and move about regularly.

If you have to stand, spread your weight evenly between both feet, keep your knees soft and your feet firmly 'planted' to help you balance, and make sure you don't over-reach for the grab rails.

At the end of the day, our bodies are designed to be moving around and walking. This will help to improve muscle tone, circulation and posture - and will minimise the aches and pains. So make the most of every opportunity you have to move - your body will thank you for it!


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All you need to know about Low Back Pain...

30/1/2014

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This has to be one of the most comprehensive explanations of simple low back pain.

It explains the different types of low back pain, how we chiropractors and health care professionals classify it, what sort of nasties we're ruling out when we assess you, and most importantly, what YOU can be doing to help yourself!

Definitely worth watching...
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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

24/12/2013

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Yey! It's time for us all to kick back, relax and unwind. Time to catch up with friends and family, eat ourselves silly, wear the Christmas jumper and watch a few films on the telly.

Please be careful - watch your back lifting the enormous turkey out of the oven or over-stretching to put the fairy on top of the tree. Leaning over the table wrapping up all presents is a killer for your low back, as is too much time slumped on the sofa, weighed down by the tin of Quality Streets. Do your back a favour and leave the remote control the other side of the room so you have to get up to change channel. I promise you your back will thank you for it!

If this windy weather ever lets up, head out for a bit of a walk - it'll get the circulation going, loosen up the stiff joints and will help to work off that second helping of Christmas pudding... It's great for clearing the head and getting away when the kids (or grown ups) are getting scratchy from Too Much Christmas! Or, if the weather doesn't let up, embark on a gentle game of Twister...

It's been a busy year at the Llangefni Chiropractic Clinic - and I'd just like to say a very big (and very public!) thank you to all the brilliant receptionists - I really couldn't do without them. A BIG thank you too to all my patients - without you there wouldn't be a clinic! As you can see, the clinic Christmas tree is looking suitably festive with all the presents we've received from very generous patients - thank you!

So, Happy Christmas to you all, and have a peaceful but fun New Year!

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Spread a bit of festive cheer...

24/12/2013

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A government-backed initiative being run by the charity Age UK aims to make us more aware of malnutrition amongst our elderly population. With nearly 1 million over 65's suffering from malnutrition, and 93% of these living within the community, it's something to remember whilst we're all creating havoc and making merry this festive season...

Click here to read the full story

Malnutrition in the elderly is more common than people imagine and can lead to all sorts of problems - slow recovery from illnesses, poor uptake and absorption of medication making it less effective, and reduced bone density, for example.

It's often down to the fact that older people aren't able to prepare a meal, or simply can't face eating alone again. So, this year, spread some of the seasonal goodwill and make up a doggy bag for an elderly neighbour. Better still, invite them over to share in the festive cheer...

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