Tender Leaf Clinic

05/11/2026

Muscle Pain or Joint Pain? How to Tell

Not sure whether that ache is a pulled muscle or a grumbling joint? With the clocks back and colder mornings here, plenty of us are noticing stiffness we didn't have in the summer.

Muscle pain tends to feel tight, sore or crampy, and it often eases as you warm up. Spasms and cramps usually sit here.

Joint pain is more often felt deep in the joint itself, such as the hip or knee. It can feel stiff after rest, which is why those first steps out of bed can be the worst.

Aches that linger, or that you can't pin down, are worth having assessed. At Tenderleaf Clinic, your chiropractor takes a full history and examines you before suggesting anything. If it needs a GP or further tests, we'll arrange that with your permission.

Which part of your body has been complaining most as the weather turns?

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03/11/2026

Friendly, Easy to Find and Free to Park

"The staff are very friendly, knowledgeable and put you at ease." That's from Linda, and it's the kind of review we're proud of.

She also mentioned the ample free parking, which matters more in November, when it's dark by late afternoon and nobody wants to circle a car park with an aching back.

Cold mornings tend to tighten shoulders and stiffen backs. Our chiropractors and sports and remedial massage therapist Laura and Geetha can assess what's going on, then treat it with adjustments, tissue work and practical advice on exercise and lifestyle.

Is there something stiff or sore you've been putting off getting checked this winter?



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30/10/2026

Spinning When You Roll Over in Bed? It May Be BPPV

Brief spinning when you roll over in bed, look up or bend down is a common sign of BPPV, a problem in the inner ear. It usually passes within a minute, but it can be unsettling.

With darker mornings and winter layers back on, you may notice it more when reaching for a high shelf or turning over at night.

Not all dizziness is BPPV, so a proper assessment matters first. At Tenderleaf Clinic, we can assess symptoms that may be linked to it and, where appropriate, use gentle head-positioning techniques to help manage it. We can't promise a result, but we will always explain what we find.

Have you noticed the spinning is worse at a particular time of day or in a certain position?

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28/10/2026

Sports or Deep Tissue Massage? Pick the Right One

Booking a massage and not sure which type you need? The source material doesn't split them into rival treatments, so here's how we see it at Tenderleaf Clinic.

Deep tissue is one of the techniques within our sports and remedial massage, alongside myofascial release, soft tissue release and neuromuscular release. Sports massage eases tension built up during activity, or speeds recovery after an injury. Remedial work suits everyday problems like posture and overuse, which is useful as the clocks go back and we're all hunched at desks in darker evenings.

What's bothering you most at the moment: tight shoulders, sore legs or something else?



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26/10/2026

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26/10/2026

Why Old Injuries Flare Up Years Later

That knee you twisted years ago can still bring you down when the clocks go back and the cold sets in.

Scar tissue doesn't move like healthy tissue. The body works around it, so other muscles and joints quietly take on extra load (compensation). Years on, that overworked area gets sore, and it feels like a new problem.

Massage can help reduce scar tissue, improve circulation and ease the tension that has built up around it. Our MLS laser sessions (£50, around 30 minutes) build on each other, and most people need 3-6.

As the colder, darker weeks arrive, which old injury tends to remind you it's still there?



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22/10/2026

Joint clicking: when it's harmless and when to ask

Most joint noises are nothing to worry about, but a few patterns deserve a proper look.

Painless clicking or popping is common, and it often comes with stiffer mornings as the weather turns colder this October. If it doesn't hurt, swell or catch, it's usually just the joint moving through its normal range.

Pain, swelling, locking or a feeling that the joint gives way is a different story. That's worth having assessed, as pain in one area can come from a restriction somewhere else in the body.

If clicking puts you off seeing a chiropractor, you should know that we don't "crack" or "crunch" at Tenderleaf. Our gentle techniques include the impulse adjusting instrument, which feels like a light tapping, and SOT, which suits people wary of clicking adjustments.

Do your joints feel stiffer now the colder months are here?

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21/10/2026

20/10/2026

🌿 EXCITING NEWS FROM TENDER LEAF CLINIC!

We’re making booking your appointments easier!

We’re moving to a new booking system called Cliniko, with ONLINE BOOKING through our website coming soon! 🎉

📩 Already have an appointment booked?

You may receive a new confirmation email or text as we make the switch.

Don’t worry! Your appointment hasn’t changed, and there’s nothing you need to do. 😊

We’ll let you know when online booking goes live!

Thank you for your continued support. 💚

The Tender Leaf Clinic Team 🌿