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Welcome to our April newsletter where Spring has definitely sprung.
With Walk to Work Day on 1st April it already feels like we're racing through 2023.
One of the great things about Spring is getting active outside again - walking, hiking and running become enjoyable as the days start getting longer and the weather warmer and brighter.
We have an article on the importance of walking, as well as information about the intrinsic muscles of the feet.
Take a look at our offer of the month in April with 25% off a Footbalance assessment and orthotics.
We also have an article on wrist complaints and exercises to help bring relief.
We learn more about our newest members of the front desk team, Charlie and Eve, with our fun 15 questions in 60 seconds quick style interview.
Our regular feature 'What's On?' includes information about massage, The Studio and Sue's beauty offer.
Our Recipe this month is looking at a great alternative to the traditional Easter roast with a delicious lamb shank casserole.
We look at a top twenty guide to keeping little ones in your house happy over the Easter holidays, with games and activities to keep them busy.
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Spring certainly feels like it's finally here and there really feels like a positive shift in energy as we move away from the darker months and look forward to new beginnings.
It's always our prime concern that the services we offer at Durham House fit your needs, whether it's chiropractic treatment, massage therapy or participating in one of our Studio classes.
I would like to welcome new massage therapist Dani Osborne who works from both Fleet and Farnham clinics. We now have 9 massage therapists for you to choose from and work with through your injury rehabilitation and I could not be prouder of how the team continues to grow with the services each of our therapists offer, from different styles of massage to chiropractic treatment or bespoke classes for your injury support in our Studio.
I am so grateful for the way the clinics have grown over the past few years to bring you such a variety and I personally thank you for all your support.
Enjoy the warmer weather and I hope you have a fantastic Easter.
Galin
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What's on at Durham House
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Did you know we have a specific massage therapy web page? You can find information on the different therapies we offer.
Why not treat yourself to a treatment or even buy as a gift - gift vouchers are available to purchase in both clinics.
For more information call:
Farnham: 01252 725 669
Fleet: 01252 622 050
or email
farnham@durhamhousechiropractic.co.uk
fleet@durhamhousechiropractic.co.uk
http://www.durham-house-massage-therapy.co.uk
or you can click on the link below to go straight to the site.
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Interview with Charlie and Eve
Meet Charlie and Eve, who joined the front desk team at Durham House last year. Read their interviews to find out more about them and why they love working at Durham House.
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In England, half of all adults are not active enough to benefit their health. This means that they are at risk of developing serious illnesses such as diabetes, heart disease and cancer. But it doesn’t have to be this way.
The UK Chief Medical Officers say that adults should do at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity, like walking, every week. Kids should be active for an hour every day. But in England some studies have suggested that only 6% of men and 4% of women actually achieve this. One in three people don’t even manage 30 minutes a week. The simple fact is that getting active can save your life. We could prevent 37,000 deaths every year, just by taking a walk. Being active also slashes the risk of getting these serious diseases by 20-50%.
Walking for Health is England’s largest network of health walks with over 360 active walking schemes helping people across the country lead a more active lifestyle. At a national level, the programme is delivered by The Ramblers, while at a local level Walking for Health schemes are run in partnership with local councils, the NHS and other voluntary groups. The common aim is to deliver free, not for profit health walks.
The walks are short and over easy terrain and are open to everyone but are especially aimed at those who are least active. 1,800 weekly walks are supported by around 5,000 friendly and specially trained volunteers who are on hand to provide encouragement and support and to make sure no one gets left behind. They currently reach on average 70,000 walkers, supporting them to experience the benefits of getting and staying active. Many of the walkers start walking to improve their health, but find it easy to keep coming back because of all the new friends they’ve made. So, as well as all the physical health benefits, Walking for Health is also great for your social life!
To find out more check out the article below or visit the Ramblers Well-Being Walks website where you will find a postcode search facility to find your nearest walks.
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The intrinsic muscles in your feet are small muscles that live in the main part of your foot and between your toes. Their main job is controlling the motion of the feet, holding up your arches and helping with balance.
They are very important for people who are on their feet a lot or do sports that require a lot of foot strength, such as ballet and rock climbing. They are also important for trail runners and hikers as they rely on foot sensation to keep their balance when on uneven surfaces. Aside from that, they are useful for anyone who uses their feet to stay upright (most of us!) particularly on slippery or uneven surfaces.
They also have a role in controlling the arch of the foot. This is like a natural shock absorber and reduces impact on the whole body whilst running or walking. Keeping them strong can protect every weight bearing joint in the body!
At Durham House we offer custom moulded Footbalance medical orthotics to help tackle a wide variety of pain and dysfunctions.
75% of the adult population have been found to have foot misalignments, where the bones or joints in the feet are moving incorrectly, not enough or too much. This can cause not only pain in the feet, but it also changes the alignment of many other joints in the body; the ankles, knees, hips and even the spine. Therefore, correcting these foot misalignments can benefit a wide range of issues, not only in the feet, but also further up the body.
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Did you know The Studio is available to hire? By the hour, half day or full day for classes, workshops and teacher training.
Sue Woodd {pictured above} continues to teach her Seasonal Yoga Teacher Trainees and hopes to be bringing more workshops and classes to The Studio throughout the year
https://www.suewoodd.com
Shani continues to teach Adult Ballet.
https://www.shaninash-letsdance.info
Sharry continues to teach Barre fitness.
https://www.facebook.com/sharrywapilates
Anna Knowles continues with her British Wheel of Yoga Level 1 Foundation course
www.a-soulful-space.co.uk
Juana Garcia brings us her Yoga with Reiki workshop in May
juana.garcia@live.co.uk
Shona Ford brings us her Wellness and Relaxation class
which runs for 4 weeks from April 18th
www.shonahypnotherapy.com
Please contact private hirers directly through their website or Facebook page for more information.
Contact telephone numbers are added to our timetable.
Why not try one of the chiropractor led flexicore classes? Or we have our own barre, yoga and pilates classes.
The Studio will be closed on Good Friday, Easter Saturday and Easter Monday (7th - 10th April)
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Your wrist is made up of eight small bones called the carpal bones, or the carpus. These irregularly shaped bones join your hand to the two long forearm bones: the radius and ulna.
The carpal bones are small square, oval and triangular bones. The cluster of carpal bones in the wrist makes it both strong and flexible. Your wrist and hand wouldn’t work the same if your wrist joint were only made up of one or two larger bones.
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Take a look at our great alternative to the traditional Easter roast with this lamb shank casserole, perfect for feeding all the family.
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James gives us some tips on how to improve mobility in the ankle with stretches as easy as ABC.
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Whether you are taking time out to take care of children or grandchildren this Easter, the holidays can drag if you do not have more than chocolate to look forward to.
Take a look at our top 20 Easter tips to keep the children occupied and happy over the holidays.
From helping in the garden to Easter party games, there is sure to be something that will appeal to your little or even not so little ones!
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We really hope you have a wonderful and safe Easter, however you may be spending it.
From
The Durham House Team
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