Morningside Chiropractic

19/08/2026

🎒 How heavy should a child’s school bag be?

A practical starting point is to aim for a fully loaded bag weighing approximately 10% of the child’s body weight or less—but this is a useful guide, not a proven medical cut-off.

Swipe through for practical advice on:

✅ School-bag weight✅ Backpack size and fit✅ Features worth looking for✅ How to pack heavier items✅ Signs that a bag may be uncomfortable or unsuitable

Fit, carrying time and how the child actually feels and moves are just as important as the number on the scales.

Read our complete evidence-informed guide:

https://www.morningsidechiropractic.co.uk/school-bag-weight-fit-guide/

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12/08/2026

Read our complete school-bag guide:

https://www.morningsidechiropractic.co.uk/school-bag-weight-fit-guide/

🎒 Heading back to school?

With schools across Scotland returning over the coming days—and others following shortly—it is a good time to check what children are carrying each day.

A school bag can quickly fill up with books, stationery, a laptop, lunch, a water bottle and PE equipment.

Our practical guide covers:
✅ A sensible school-bag weight target�✅ How to check that a backpack fits properly�✅ What features to look for when choosing a bag�✅ How to distribute heavier items when packing�✅ Signs that a bag may be too heavy or uncomfortable

As a practical starting point, aim for a fully loaded bag weighing approximately 10% of the child’s body weight or less. However, this is a useful guide—not a proven medical cut-off.

Fit, carrying time and how the child feels and moves also matter.

Learn how heavy a child’s school bag should be, how to check the fit, pack it properly and recognise signs that the load may be too much.

11/08/2026

A rare Sports Massage appointment has become available with Jonathan Martin this Wednesday afternoon.

Jonathan’s diary is usually booked well in advance, so if you’ve been hoping to see him, this is a great opportunity to get an appointment.

📞 0131 447 3794
✉️ [email protected]

First come, first served.

Award-Winning Chiropractic & Remedial Massage clinic in South Edinburgh 🌿
Helping Edinburgh move Better for over 20 years 💪
Back pain | Neck pain | Sports massage | Pregnancy & Paediatric care 🏆

30/07/2026

Happy 40th Birthday, Tony! 🎉🎂
We couldn’t let the day pass without a little surprise (and it wasn't just the cupcake!) . Hope you have an amazing birthday! 🥳🎈

24/07/2026

Thank you. 💙

We were incredibly proud to become the first chiropractic clinic in Edinburgh to reach over 250 five-star Google reviews.

This milestone was made possible by every patient who took the time to share their experience and support our clinic. Every review and kind word means so much to our entire team.

Most importantly, thank you for choosing us and trusting us with your care.

From all of us—thank you, thank you, thank you! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

15/06/2026

🌎🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿Team Member spotted slightly further afield than Morningside…

One of our Clinic Assistants, Carly, was lucky enough to be in Boston for Scotland’s opening match at the FIFA World Cup 2026. ⚽

We’re not saying we’re jealous… but we’re definitely saying we’re jealous! 😄

What an incredible experience and a fantastic atmosphere to be part of. Judging by the smile, we think she enjoyed it!

Safe travels, Carly — and come on Scotland! 💙

12/06/2026

📢 Clinic Update

Just a quick note that our clinic will be closed on , Saturday 13 June and Saturday 20 June while Tony enjoys a well-earned annual leave break.

The good news is that Alan, Vicky, Katie and Ben will all be available as normal Monday to Friday, so appointments remain available throughout the week.

If you have been thinking about booking an appointment, please get in touch and our reception team will be happy to help.

📞 0131 447 3794
📍 74 Comiston Road, Edinburgh

Thank you for your understanding and we hope Tony has a fantastic holiday!

11/06/2026

🤔 Think you have a frozen shoulder?

You might be surprised to learn that many people who believe they have a frozen shoulder actually have something else entirely.

At our Edinburgh clinic, we frequently see patients who arrive convinced they have frozen shoulder, only to discover their symptoms are being caused by:

✔ Rotator cuff injuries
✔ Shoulder bursitis
✔ Shoulder impingement
✔ AC joint irritation
✔ Neck problems referring pain into the shoulder

So how do you tell the difference?

In our latest article, we explain:

🔹 The symptoms of frozen shoulder
🔹 The three stages of adhesive capsulitis
🔹 The most important clinical signs to look for
🔹 The conditions most commonly mistaken for frozen shoulder

If shoulder pain or stiffness is affecting your sleep, work, sport or everyday activities, this guide may help you better understand what’s going on.

👉 Read the full article here:
https://www.morningsidechiropractic.co.uk/frozen-shoulder/

Many people diagnosed with frozen shoulder actually have a different condition. Learn the signs of adhesive capsulitis, common mimics and when to seek assessment in Edinburgh.

08/06/2026

🏅 Huge congratulations to Anaïs on completing her first Spartan Super Race this weekend at Hopetoun House!

After months of training, early mornings and plenty of determination, she crossed the finish line of the Spartan Super (10km obstacle race) and earned her medal.

But she wasn’t finished there…

After a short break, Anaïs headed straight back out and completed the Spartan Sprint too, adding another 5km to the day! 💪

An incredible achievement and a real testament to the hard work she’s put in over the last few months.

Well done from the rest of the team at Morningside Chiropractic 👏

22/05/2026

Good luck to all our patients, friends, and runners taking part in the Edinburgh Marathon Festival this weekend! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Whether you’re taking on the Marathon, Half Marathon, Team Relay, 10K, or 5K — enjoy the atmosphere, trust your training, and be proud of getting to the start line.

Remember:
✔ Pace yourself
✔ Stay hydrated
✔ Keep fuelled
✔ And most importantly — enjoy the experience!

A special mention to all the first-time runners stepping up to the challenge this weekend. The nerves are normal, but so is the incredible feeling of crossing that finish line.

From all of us at Morningside Chiropractic, best of luck — we’ll be cheering you on all the way!