NGCO Clinic

As we think about going back to school or going to school for the first time. Remember that a lot of skills that are expected for school take time to establish and can be helped by other activities.

If you are concerned your child has some core stability issues, there are some developmental milestone concerns, you're wondering if they're hypermobile or something else, come and get it checked out. Our rehab sessions are fun and there's always something new to learn.

🏃‍♂️🏅 Great North Run season is almost here!

Whether you're aiming for a PB, running for charity, or simply taking on the challenge of 13.1 miles, your body is about to be put through its paces. The Great North Run attracts around 60,000 runners each year as they take on the iconic route from Newcastle to South Shields.

As training miles increase, common issues such as tight calves, sore hips, lower back discomfort, knee pain, and reduced mobility can start to creep in. Chiropractic care can help keep your body moving efficiently by supporting joint mobility, improving movement patterns, and helping you recover between training sessions.

Don't wait until race week to address those ni**les!

We see a lot of babies at NGCO. Feeding concerns affect a lot of parents. This research provides evidence that a deep latch is key to comfortable and effective breastfeeding. This 2026 cross-sectional ultrasound study of breastfeeding biomechanics found depth of latch and tongue mobility linked to milk-flow rates and pain scores. New finding: a link between severity of reflux disease and rate of milk transfer. Free download here: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42192456/

💻 Sitting all day?

Your body was designed to move.

Long periods at a desk can contribute to:
🔹 Neck tension
🔹 Shoulder tightness
🔹 Headaches
🔹 Lower back discomfort
🔹 Reduced mobility

A simple reminder: stand up, stretch, and move regularly throughout your day.

Small habits can make a big difference over time.

How many hours do you spend sitting each day?

💻 Desk job? Your spine might be feeling the pressure.

Long hours sitting at a computer can contribute to poor posture, neck tension, tight shoulders, and lower back discomfort.

Small habits can make a big difference:
✅ Take regular movement breaks
✅ Adjust your desk setup
✅ Keep your screen at eye level
✅ Stretch throughout the day

🤔 MYTH vs FACT

MYTH: "I'll just wait for it to go away."

FACT: Many aches and pains improve when the underlying cause is addressed, but ignoring them can sometimes allow the problem to become more persistent.

If you've been putting up with the same discomfort for weeks or months, it may be worth getting it checked.

How long have you been living with that nagging ache?

🦵🏼🦵🏼The Knee 🦵🏼🦵🏼

A common thing we see in the clinic is people complaining of knee pain. It's almost as common as low back pain and something that practitioners are very used to seeing and diagnosing the cause.

Did you know knee pain could be caused by so many things? Bursitis, osteoarthritis, ligament pain, knee cap tracking, muscle strain, bone pain, tendonitis and muscle imbalance are some of the most common things we see.

As part of an initial appointment, your practitioner will undertake some orthopaedic tests to try and ascertain the cause of your pain. Most of the time we can then move on to treatment which usually consists of soft tissue work, mobilisation, manipulation, laser, ultrasound and then home care exercises and rehabilitation advice.

Sometimes we discover that your discomfort is likely being caused by something that needs further investigation e.g. cartilage tear or ligament rupture. In these cases we will refer you back to your GP or to the most appropriate provider with information from us to ensure you get the help you need.

The main thing is, don't put up with that knee ni**le. It's always best to get help and answers.