Smile Health

Smile Health Affordable healthcare and wellness, advice and rehabilitation for back pain, injury or post surgical

Jane Cooper BSc(Hons) Chiro and Hannah McDonald BSc(Hons) Ost Med offer safe, gentle techniques to restore health and mobilty for those with muskuloskeletal problems and sports injuries. We have over twenty years experience and our initial advice is free when you call 07813 708092. Chiropractic is also available in Berwick at Berwick Smile Dental Care, West End, Tweedmouth.

Absolutely not, in fact you may feel nothing at all!What are the lasers actually doing then? 💙 Anti-inflammation: Create...
18/06/2026

Absolutely not, in fact you may feel nothing at all!

What are the lasers actually doing then?

💙 Anti-inflammation: Create an anti-edema effect by dilating blood vessels and activating the lymphatic drainage system (which drains swollen areas).

💙 Anti-pain: They partially block neural transmission of pain signals to the brain; decrease nerve sensitivity; help to increase the production of high levels of pain-killing chemicals such as endorphins.

💙 Accelerated Tissue Repair and Cell Growth: Photons of light from lasers pe*****te deeply into tissues and accelerate cellular reproduction and growth. The laser light also increases the energy available to the cell to help it take on nutrients faster and get rid of waste.

LLLT does this without generating any heat on your skin or any other pain during or after the course of the treatment.

The tool we use for this is provided by, Erchionato, who have over twenty two FDA clearances.

There is much more that LLLT is doing to help your body recover, which you can read about in depth over on our webpage. We want to make sure our patients feel informed and reassured when coming into their appointment: https://smilehealthalnwick.co.uk/laser-therapy/

It is very common for patients to come to me several weeks or even months after they start experiencing pain and discomf...
16/06/2026

It is very common for patients to come to me several weeks or even months after they start experiencing pain and discomfort.

Postponing your appointment postpones your recovery… and can actually make it longer

You may also need to see a chiropractor sooner than you may realise.

Take poor posture, for example. Poor posture can lead to back, neck, and shoulder problems over time. Regular adjustments and advice as soon as you realise your posture is poor, can correct imbalances before they worsen.

It isn’t just the specific pain or issue we’re treating. Many patients report improved sleep, reduced stress, and better energy levels. These benefits often come from improved nervous system function.

So if you have even a small ni**le, dull ache or sharp pain in your neck, back or shoulders, book in to see your chiropractor for better recovery, a pain-free summer, and even a better sleep!💤

My door is always open to new patients, and there is more information on this, over on our blog which you can find at the link in our bio!

Are any of you stomach sleepers? 😴Unfortunately, sleeping on your stomach is one of the worst positions for spinal healt...
15/06/2026

Are any of you stomach sleepers? 😴

Unfortunately, sleeping on your stomach is one of the worst positions for spinal health!

Sleeping on your stomach forces your neck to rotate completely to one side for hours at a time.

For a better sleep, and one that won’t leave you waking up with a bad back, try sleeping on your side, with your knees slightly bent towards you. Place a pillow between your knees to better keep your spine in alignment.

Are you a stomach sleeper with a bad back, or is this news to you?

How many men in your life put off an ache or pain until they really have to deal with it?It isn’t uncommon for men to fe...
11/06/2026

How many men in your life put off an ache or pain until they really have to deal with it?

It isn’t uncommon for men to feel that they have to ‘man up’ when it comes to physical or mental issues, but that isn’t healthy and it is helpful for them, or for those around you.

So with father’s day coming up, consider giving them a gift they need, but may not like to admit - a chiropractic appointment for:

👉 That knee that seems to have bothered them for years.

👉 The back they’re always complaining about but continue to do nothing.

👉 Those achey joints they assume are just ‘part of growing older.’

No-one should have to endure physical pain, especially when there is a solution on offer.

My door is always open to new patients, so if you live in the Northumberland area, or are passing through, please book you appointment with me: https://smilehealthalnwick.co.uk/online-bookings/



Preventing the post-plane pain!✈️Summer is here, and I’m sure many of you will be taking the plane to spend some time ab...
09/06/2026

Preventing the post-plane pain!✈️

Summer is here, and I’m sure many of you will be taking the plane to spend some time abroad, exploring new places.

What you don’t want is to step off a long (or even short!) haul flight with pain in your back or neck, or stiffness that just won’t budge.

It may feel like an inevitable price to pay when flying, but this pain can be avoided.

Swipe through to see how small and regular stretches and breaks can help prevent pain on the other side.

As an extra tip for those of you on long haul flights; pycnogenol is great to take before, during and after your flight to reduce jet lag.

Now you can enjoy a pain-free holiday!

If the pain persists, make sure to book in with a chiropractor to get you sorted out.



05/06/2026

That old ankle sprain from hiking up Simonside years ago might actually be the hidden culprit behind your current lower back stiffness. 🏔️👇

It sounds strange, doesn't it? How can something that happened years ago, or something felt in an entirely different part of your body, be causing you grief today?

Think of your body less like a collection of separate parts and more like a beautifully complex ecosystem (a bit like our Northumberland countryside!). When one pathway is blocked or altered, the whole landscape shifts to compensate.

When you injure a knee or an ankle, your body naturally changes the way you walk to protect it. Over time, that subtle shift travels up the chain, forcing your pelvis and spine to work overtime.

Similarly, a pinched nerve in your lower spine can send shooting pain, numbness, or tingling all the way down into your leg or foot - a condition you might know as sciatica.

So if you’ve been treating a spot of pain for weeks and it just won’t budge, the real root of the issue might just be hiding somewhere else.

At Smile Health Alnwick, we don't just look at where it hurts; we look at the whole picture to get your body moving in harmony again. So, if you're tired of chasing symptoms and want to find the actual source of your discomfort, nook in with us: https://smilehealthalnwick.co.uk/online-bookings/

Do you know how LLLT works?🤔Swipe to break it down and understand why it is totally painless, and what the laser is actu...
03/06/2026

Do you know how LLLT works?🤔

Swipe to break it down and understand why it is totally painless, and what the laser is actually doing to your body.

It is an incredible tool whose results are backed by more than 4000 studies on pub.med.gov.

At Smile Health Alnwick, we use lasers provided by to treat the patients who need it.

If you have any further questions about this treatment, please reach out to me.

Summer is almost here, but is your back pain almost gone?Summer is often full of socialising, getting outside more, bein...
01/06/2026

Summer is almost here, but is your back pain almost gone?

Summer is often full of socialising, getting outside more, being active and spending time with children and grandchildren.

The last thing you want is your back pain to stop you getting involved, or bring your mood down during a fun time of year.

Now is the time to finally book in that chiropractor appointment.

Then you will be on your way to recovery when the school holidays roll around, and your social plans get busier.

The longer you leave it, the worse it will get.

So choose a pain-free summer and book in with me: https://smilehealthalnwick.co.uk/online-bookings/

31/05/2026

Many people are nervous about the manual adjustments often involved in chiropractic care.

But not at Smile Health Alnwick. 😊

We are a holistic chiropractor and use gentler methods that are effective and more comfortable for our patients such as:

➡️ Low Level Laser Therapy

➡️ The activator instrument technique

So if you know you need to see a chiropractor about your aches and pains, choose Smile, answer will provide you with a gentler treatment that achieves results.

My door is always open to new patients.

29/05/2026

How effective is Low Level Laser Therapy?

Many people assume chiropractic care involves manual manipulation, but that is not always true. Treatments such as LLLT can be used instead and are effective.

The procedure is pain-free; the chiropractor may not even need to lay a finger on the patient. 💙

However, this can cause people to question how it really works, seeing as it is so different to the assumed manual manipulation.

Well, the laser targets the cells that need repair and the waves prompt cell recovery, anti-inflammation, and increased metabolic activity among other things.

Furthermore, it is backed by over 4000 studies on pub.med.gov!

Chiropractic care can be gentle and effective too, allowing patients to feel more comfortable before and during their appointment.

There is more information on this type of treatment over on our website.

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Alnwick
NE661HW

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday 9:30am - 1:30pm

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+447813708092

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