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TEMPUR

TEMPUR Mattresses and Pillows are made from a unique pressure relieving material, originally developed by NASA. The material conforms to the exact contours of the body, providing total support and comfort with no counter pressure, for better quality of sleep. For information about TEMPUR Products, or to request a copy of this guide call the number below:

Tel: 08000 111 081
email: backpainadvice@tempur.co.uk
www.tempur.co.uk

BackCare - The Charity for Healthy Backs

BackCare is a national charity which works to ensure that people are
well educated and informed about the issues surrounding back pain.
BackCare has achieved significant successes in the key areas of
research, information, education and the development of support
services for people living with back pain and has HRH the Prince of
Wales as patron.

Tel: 0845 130 2704
www.backcare.org.uk

General Chiropractic Council

Chiropractic treats disorders of the joints, muscles and ligaments. Chiropractors use manual therapy – a technique in which the body is manipulated with the hands and which can also be performed by Osteopaths and Physiotherapists - to ‘adjust’ the spine, helping to relieve pain and increase movement.

Tel. 0207 713 5155
www.gcc-org.uk

The General Osteopathic Council

Osteopathy is based on the principle that problems with the structure of one part of the body can cause pain and difficulty in functioning in other parts. Manipulative techniques relax tense muscles and stretches improve movement and relieve acute lower back pain.

Tel. 0207 357 6655
www.osteopathy.org.uk

British Medical Acupuncture Society

Medical acupuncture follows orthodox diagnosis and works by stimulating nerves in muscle and other tissues through the insertion of tiny needles which repair and promote healing. Trigger point spots or muscle knots are often targeted, with the treatment useful for treating chronic lower back pain and fibromyalgia.

Tel. 01606 786782
www.medical-acupuncture.co.uk

Professional Association of Alexander Teachers

The Alexander Technique is a way of learning to become more aware of posture, balance and movement to prevent tight muscles and joints and poor posture. A recent trial found that back pain discomfort was significantly improved over a six month period.

Tel. 0121 745 7707

www.paat.org.uk