Acorn Health

Acorn Health Award-winning Chiropractic clinic, also providing life, health and pain management coaching.

You can use this page to follow the latest news from Acorn Health, as well as gain access to a range of information relating to conditions, therapies, and other relevant topics that you may find useful. We aim to provide you with information that is helpful in preventing pain and problems developing, as well as ensuring you are able to access information to help you should problems arise in the future. You can also book appointments with us through the "Book Online" tab on our page.

As a chiropractor, people often ask me about exercises, posture, sleep… and, surprisingly often, what I eat.The reality?...
05/08/2026

As a chiropractor, people often ask me about exercises, posture, sleep… and, surprisingly often, what I eat.
The reality? I’m a busy clinic owner and mum to a five-year-old. Some days breakfast is a rush, lunch happens between patients, and despite my best intentions, hitting my protein target doesn’t always happen!

That’s exactly why I love recipes like these.
It’s not about eating “perfectly” or following the latest food trend. They’re about having something nutritious, homemade and easy to grab when life gets busy, and the time together picking blackberries was 👌🥹 too.

These homemade fruity crumble bars are made with:
🫐 Homemade blackberry, blueberry & cherry compote
🥣 Rolled oats
🧆 Chickpea flour
🌻 Sunflower seeds
🌰 Chia seeds
🍯 Just a little honey

Each little square contains approximately:
✔️ 180 calories
✔️ 3.5g protein
✔️ 2–3g fibre
The oats, chickpea flour, nuts and seeds add fibre, healthy fats and a little protein, making them a more filling option than many shop-bought cereal bars. We had ours for breakfast with Greek yoghurt and fresh fruit, and they kept us going really well.

One thing I’ve learnt is that looking after your health isn’t about getting everything right all the time. It’s about making small choices that fit into real life.

For me, that’s having something in the freezer I can grab on my way to clinic, or offering my little’un something homemade instead of saying “no” to yet another request for an ice cream... 😅 (An understandable ask in the heatwave!)

These took about 30 minutes to prep before bed, freeze brilliantly, and have already made a few busy mornings much easier. Plus I can pat myself on the back when the kiddo wolfs them down! (Bluey and sunflower seeds, IYKYK 😏)

Recipe in the comments 😊

29/07/2026

Learning never stops at Acorn Health. 💚

This weekend, Amy spent time at Health Sciences University completing an intensive Paediatric Fundamentals course. 👶

The course refreshed and expanded her knowledge of assessing and caring for babies, children and teenagers. It covered childhood growth and development, how movement changes as children grow, age-appropriate examinations, and recognising when chiropractic care may help—or when another healthcare professional is the right person to see.

So, why does this matter? 🤔

Children aren’t just small adults. Their bodies are constantly growing and changing, so they need an approach that’s tailored to their stage of development.
By investing in regular training like this, we’re making sure our knowledge stays current, our assessment skills stay sharp, and the care we provide continues to reflect the latest evidence and best practice. 🙌

If you think chiropractic care could benefit your little ones, don’t hesitate to get in touch. Whether it’s a tricky birth, childhood bumps and falls, delayed developmental milestones or something just not feeling right- we’re here to help! 💚

27/07/2026

Most everyday movement happens forwards and backwards, so we often forget about the muscles that support us side-to-side. This exercise targets that lateral chain, including the muscles of the foot and calf, gluteus medius around the outer hip, the obliques, quadratus lumborum in the lower back and the muscles around the ribs.

These muscles form an important part of your core. Your core isn’t just your abdominal muscles- it’s the system that controls your pelvis, spine and ribcage as you move. The lateral core muscles help prevent you from collapsing or rotating too far when you bend, twist, carry something on one side or catch yourself after a sideways stumble. They’re crucial for core stability and need a bit of waking up. If you find you frequently feel your back twinge when twisting or side bending, this one is for you!

How to do it:
1️⃣ Set yourself up beside the wall as shown.
2️⃣ Drive your big toe firmly into the wall and keep pressing throughout.
3️⃣ Gently side-bend into a “banana” shape without losing that pressure.
4️⃣ Breathe steadily and hold for 20–30 seconds.
5️⃣ Repeat 2–3 times on each side.

Pressing your foot into the wall helps switch on the entire muscular chain from the ground upwards. Instead of simply hanging into a stretch, you’re teaching those muscles to stay active while they lengthen, building mobility, control and stability together.

Move within a comfortable range and stop if you experience sharp or worsening pain.

If your lower back repeatedly “tweaks” during twisting or reaching, get in touch. We can assess what’s contributing and help you build the movement and control your body needs.

01/07/2026

What we do at Acorn Health is so much more than just pain relief. 💚

Because often enough, the pain isn’t the problem. It’s what the pain stops you from doing that brings you to us. It’s the impact on your life.

That’s why our treatment focuses on your goals- and what you want to achieve, not just “how is your pain today?”

Can you pick up your grandkids, are you back in the saddle, how is your posture feeling, are you stronger in the gym, do you feel less stressed?

Those are the things we help with. Relief from pain is just a part of that process.

29/06/2026

☀️ Summer Availability Update ☀️

As we head into the summer months, our team will be taking a little well-earned time off to spend with family and loved ones.

Please see the image below for details of upcoming annual leave and periods of reduced availability.

To help ensure your care continues uninterrupted, all of our practitioners can access to your treatment records so that your treatment plan can stay on track, even if your managing practitioner is away!

If you know you'll need an appointment over the summer, we recommend booking ahead where possible, as appointments can fill quickly.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our team.

📞 01980 761229
💻 Book online via our website or patient portal
https://acornhealth.org.uk

Being a chiropractor isn’t all about clinical work. Yesterday, I swapped my clinic scrubs for something a little smarter...
18/06/2026

Being a chiropractor isn’t all about clinical work. Yesterday, I swapped my clinic scrubs for something a little smarter and joined my fellow Board members at the British Chiropractic Association for a day focused on governance, leadership, and the future of our profession.

It made for a long day travelling up to Birmingham and back, and it was great to spend time with colleagues, catching up and making some exciting plans for the future of the BCA. We also had the opportunity to enjoy a farewell lunch for the wonderful Anne Barlow, our Director of Membership and Operations, who is retiring after an incredible 22 years with the BCA. 🥹

On the surface, governance discussions can sound a little dry. In reality, these are the conversations where important decisions are made about how we support chiropractors, strengthen the profession, and create opportunities for future growth and development.

Serving on the Board is one of the ways I can give back to a profession that has given me so much. It allows me to bring the perspective of a practising chiropractor, clinic owner, and small business leader to the table, helping ensure that the realities faced by members remain at the heart of the decisions we make.

That said, I was happy to swap the boardroom back for the treatment room today! 😍

11/06/2026

We talk a lot about “deep core” training, but it isn’t about getting a six-pack.

Your deep core muscles help stabilise your spine, pelvis and rib cage during everyday activities. They work in the background every time you lift, carry, twist, reach or balance.

That’s why we train them using real-world movement patterns:

1️⃣Bear pull throughs– train anti-rotation strength and shoulder stability. Think reaching under furniture or controlling awkward loads without twisting through your spine.

2️⃣Round the worlds– develop dynamic bracing, coordination and core control. Similar to manoeuvring a lawnmower or carrying bulky objects around corners.

3️⃣Suitcase carries– challenge lateral core stability and posture. Just like carrying shopping bags, luggage or a child on one side.

4️⃣Offset overhead marches– build balance, shoulder stability and spinal control while moving under load.

5️⃣Half windmills– improve hip stability, thoracic mobility and rotational control, helping you bend and reach more efficiently.

Deep core training isn’t about making your abs burn. It’s about improving spinal support, movement efficiency and your body’s ability to cope with the demands of everyday life. These exercises can be done using weights or improvise with items around the house (a heavy shopping bag would do!)

Train for life, not just for the gym 💪

NB: Exercises may require modification based on your needs so please speak to us at your next appointment prior to starting any training.

Delighted to support the Amesbury Carnival & Show 2026- it’s looking like it’s going to be an incredible event for our c...
02/06/2026

Delighted to support the Amesbury Carnival & Show 2026- it’s looking like it’s going to be an incredible event for our community 🎪👏🎉

Don’t forget to get your tickets via the link in the post below 👇👀

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