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Family activity: Nature Challenge Trail
by Reynold Cruziah, physiotherapist at Willow Brook Clinic
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ith heritage venues now permitted to open again, Winterbourne Medieval Barn has a selection of community activities coming up in May and June to suit a wide range of ages and interests. The Barn is less than a mile from the borders of Bradley Stoke and Stoke Gifford. To find it, just head east along the Winterbourne Road and take the first left (Church Lane) after passing under the motorway. Why not bring the whole family to take part in the City Nature Challenge Trail on Saturday 1st May? Help the Bristol and Bath area defend its title as the best region in Europe for people and nature by joining us in an epic contest: to discover and record as much wildlife as possible. Follow the trail around Monks Pool Nature Reserve and back to the Barn, recording nature sightings as you go. We’ll be set up in the Barn grounds for
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T you to collect a trail map, and we can show you how to use the iNaturalist smartphone app (which is how we record the nature sightings). Our outdoor cafe will also be open for hot drinks, juice, and sweet treats! Our toilet facilities will also be available. This is a free event! No need to book, just turn up between 10am and 2pm to pick up a trail map. Save time by downloading the free iNaturalist app in advance (search for it in your app store). ● winterbournebarn.org.uk
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May 2021
he prevalence of neck and back pain has increased since the first lockdown began. Recent research shows that 57 percent of the UK population are spending more time sitting down due to ‘remote working’. Although remote working makes everyday life easier, sitting for prolonged periods of time with a poor posture can, over time, add a tremendous amount of pressure to the spine, overstretch the spinal muscles, ligaments and spinal discs leading to neck and back pain. This type of pain can be disabling and worrying and, although common, is rarely dangerous. Many people recover reasonably quickly. Staying active, while protecting your spine, will help prevent acute pain from becoming chronic. Here are some selfcare tips to manage posture related complications. In the first few days of pain avoiding doing activities may antagonise pain. Staying active and returning to activities gradually is important in aiding recovery. Avoid sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time. Getting up every 30 minutes and stretching will take away lots of stress on your joints, muscles and ligaments. Keep your spine naturally aligned while sitting. Don’t hunch or hold your head in a
bent position. Support the curve of your neck and back with a rolled-up towel or a small pillow. Choose the right office chair and set up your workstation so your computer screen is at eye level and your feet are supported on the floor. Exercises could be helpful for tackling neck and back problems and to prevent future episodes. Start with a low intensity exercise you enjoy and then build up both the amount and intensity. Getting good sleep is important to reduce stress and improve the feeling of wellbeing. Sleep on a firm surface using a pillow that supports the curve of your neck. Pain killers, ice or a heat pack and gentle massage may be used in conjunction with exercise to help relax and alleviate acute pain. If your pain does not resolve after 6-8 weeks, make an appointment to see an expert physiotherapist or chiropractor who, after a thorough clinical examination, will be able to determine the specific cause of your pain and recommend appropriate treatments. The Willow Brook Clinic East Offices The Willow Brook Centre www.willowbrookclinic.co.uk ● See our advert on page 13.
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