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Galway Chiropractic Clinic

October 13, 2017 Rebekah Wilks

At Galway City Chiropractic they are offering complimentary consultation to the public on World Spine Day and for the week 16th to 20th October.

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⏱️ 9 DAYS UNTIL WORLD SPINE DAY Physical Liter ⏱️ 9 DAYS UNTIL WORLD SPINE DAY
Physical Literacy = Movement Through Life ➡️ Part 3

Create an environment that supports movement:
🌿  Find the space that feels right 
🛄  Move while traveling 
🙌🏾 Support inclusive spaces 
⚠️ Prioritize safety - know your surroundings

Ideas for inclusive movement:
🔵 Adaptive activities like chair yoga, water walking, or seated dance
🟢 Gardening, stretching, or walking indoors count too!
🔵 Replace “exercise” with “movement” — it feels more welcoming and fun

Let’s build a world where movement isn’t an obligation—it’s a natural part of the places we live, work, and play!

#PlacesAndSpaces #MoveWithPurpose #ActiveEnvironments #PhysicalLiteracy #InclusiveMovement #SafeSpaces

🙏🏽 Thank you Lawrence Foweather & Sport England!
⏱️ 10 DAYS UNTIL WORLD SPINE DAY Physical Lite ⏱️ 10 DAYS UNTIL WORLD SPINE DAY
Physical Literacy = Movement Through Life ➡️ Part 2

It's more than individual health — it’s about community wellbeing 
🚸  In schools
🏡  At home
💼  In the office
➡️ In the community

When communities support movement, they create spaces where people thrive together!  Community benefits include:
🟢 Stronger social connections
🔵 Improved collective health outcomes
🟢 Increased opportunities people to connect 
🔵 Reduced healthcare costs through prevention

💬 Share your story using #PhysicalLiteracy and #WorldSpineDay and inspire others to move with confidence.

#investinyourspine #movementmatters #health #wellbeing #community 

🙏🏽 Thank you Lawrence Foweather & Sport England!
⏱️ 11 DAYS UNTIL WORLD SPINE DAY Physical Lite ⏱️ 11 DAYS UNTIL WORLD SPINE DAY
Physical Literacy = Movement Through Life ➡️ Part 1 

👶🏼 Physical literacy begins in childhood. Developing movement skills early helps children build balance, coordination, and strength — but just as importantly, it gives them the confidence and motivation to stay active throughout their whole life. Children with strong physical literacy are more likely to:
 ✅ Participate in sports and play
 ✅ Develop healthy lifestyle habits
 ✅ Build resilience and self-esteem
 ✅ Carry positive attitudes toward movement into adulthood

👩🏽 For adults, it means having the skills and confidence to stay active in daily life — whether at work, at home, or in the community. Benefits include:
🟢 Reduced risk of chronic conditions like back pain, diabetes, and heart disease
🔵 Improved mental wellbeing and stress reduction
🟢 More energy for work, family, and hobbies

👴🏽 For older adults, physical literacy equals independence. As we age, physical literacy plays a critical role in quality of life. It means: 
 🔵 Reducing the risk of falls and injuries
 🟢 Supporting brain health and reducing cognitive decline
 🔵 Staying socially connected through activity
 🟢 Preserving mobility and confidence in daily tasks

🧍🏻🧍🏾‍♀️🧍🏻‍♂️ Physical Literacy is for EVERYONE — finding joy in movement that suits your abilities, age, and lifestyle — it’s about quality of life and living fully at every age!

#worldspineday #investinyourspine #physicalliteracy #moveyourspine 

🙏🏽 Thank you @physicalactivitypromotion & @officialsportengland for your UK Consensus Statement on physical literacy!
⏱️ WSD COUNTDOWN: 12 Days Physical Literacy is ⏱️ WSD COUNTDOWN: 12 Days
Physical Literacy is how we think, feel, and connect through physical activity

🔵 Think: Confidence grows when we learn new skills and understand our bodies
🟢 Feel: Joy, strength, and motivation come from positive movement experiences
🔵 Connect: Movement builds relationships—with others, with ourselves, and with our communities

🔗 Learn More: https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/-/media/files/ljmu/research/physical-literacy/physical-literacy-consensus-for-england.pdf

#worldspineday #investinyourspine #PhysicalLiteracy
#MoveWithMeaning #SportEngland #activeforlife

🙏🏽 Thank you @physicalactivitypromotion and @officialsportengland for all of your work on the UK Physical Literacy Consensus Statement.
⏱️ WSD COUNTDOWN: 12 Days ⁉️What is Phys ⏱️ WSD COUNTDOWN: 12 Days 

⁉️What is Physical Literacy? A lifelong journey that goes beyond fitness or sport. It’s about having: 
🟢 Motivation – wanting to be active 
🔵 Confidence – believing you can move well 
🟢 Physical competence – developing movement skills 
🔵 Knowledge and understanding – knowing why activity matters 

When these elements come together, people are more likely to stay active throughout their lives — not because they “have to,” but because they enjoy it and feel capable. 🙌🏾

❓Why does it matter? 
✔️Helps prevent health issues like obesity, diabetes, and back pain
✔️Supports mental wellbeing, resilience, and social connection
✔️Builds healthier families and stronger communities. 

🔗 Learn more: https://www.sportengland.org/news-and-inspiration/physical-literacy-consensus-statement-england-published

👉 Follow along as we countdown to World Spine Day 2025, where shine a light on physical literacy — the foundation for movement, spine health, and lifelong wellbeing. 

#worldspineday #investinyourspine #physicalliteracy 

🙏🏽 Thank you @physicalactivitypromotion and @officialsportengland for permission to use your educational materials
🗓 13 Days to World Spine Day! Let’s explore 🗓 13 Days to World Spine Day! 
Let’s explore a powerful part of physical literacy: our relationship with movement - how we feel, think, and connect with movement throughout our lives. 

🟢 The joy of dancing in your kitchen
🔵 The confidence of walking tall
🟢 The freedom of stretching without pain
➡️ It’s personal, emotional, and deeply human

When we nurture a positive relationship with movement, we build the foundation for lifelong wellbeing.

💬 What does movement mean to you?

#WorldSpineDay #PhysicalLiteracy #investinyourspine 

🙏🏽 Thank you @physicalactivitypromotion and @officialsportengland!
🗓️ 15 DAYS TO GO! World Spine Day is almost 🗓️ 15 DAYS TO GO! 
World Spine Day is almost here—and we’re counting down with purpose! 

Starting today, join us on a countdown journey to discover the power of 🤩 Physical Literacy 🤩 —the foundation for movement, confidence, and lifelong health.

📲 Stay tuned daily for tips, insights, and inspiration that will help you move smarter, feel better, and live stronger!

#WorldSpineDay #PhysicalLiteracy #SpineHealth #15DayCountdown #MoveWellLiveWell
🤩 HOW TO CELEBRATE WORLD SPINE DAY 🤩 ➡️ 🤩 HOW TO CELEBRATE WORLD SPINE DAY 🤩

➡️ Get Active & Stretch
➡️ Like, Follow, Share
➡️ Host or Join Events
➡️ Public Awareness Campaigns
➡️ Be Creative! 

🟢 Stretch every morning, walk every day 
🔵 Set your notifications, tag friends
🟢 Group stretching or exercise 
🔵 Advertise, speak, write 
🟢 Be your artistic self & share 

NEED HELP? 🌐 Access our toolkit:
https://www.worldspineday.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/WSD-TOOLKIT-2025-VERSION-4.pdf

💥 World Spine Day is October 16th - start planning now! 

#worldspineday #investinyourspine #spinehealth #celebrate #lowbackpain #neckpain #pain #health #spinehealth #spinehealthmatters
⚠️ This week, we’ve spotlighted the urgency ⚠️ This week, we’ve spotlighted the urgency and impact of Cauda Equina Syndrome—from red flag symptoms to lived experiences. Today, we shift from awareness to empowerment. 

The @caudaequinachampions App is more than a resource, it's a powerful tool for taking control of your spinal health journey. 

📲 Whether you're newly diagnosed, living with CES, supporting a loved one, or working in healthcare, the app helps you: 

🧭 Navigate symptoms and treatment options 
📖 "My Diary" feature to track symptoms and medications
🤝 Connect with a community that understands 
🛂 "Healthcare Passport" to store and share your medical history with professionals

🔗 Download the app and explore how it can support you: 
📱Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.org.championscharity.app
📱iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/caudaequina/id6741766582

#WorldSpineDay #CESAwareness #EmpowerWithKnowledge #CaudaEquinaChampions #SpinalHealth #TakeAction 

🙏🏽 Thank you @caudaequinachampions!
💚 Finding strength in shared stories Living w 💚 Finding strength in shared stories 

Living with Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES) can feel isolating, but it doesn’t have to. The @caudaequinachampions has built a vibrant, supportive community where survivors and those affected by CES come together to share, listen, and uplift one another. 

⏰ Every final Thursday of the month, they host online support meetings—safe spaces where we talk openly about recovery, relationships, pain, and hope. These gatherings have grown from humble beginnings to international conversations, with guest speakers and heartfelt connections that remind us: we are not alone. 

🙌🏾 Join the support group: championscharity.org.uk/our-services/online-support-group 

🎥 Watch this moving video that captures the spirit of the community: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zfZab780EzY

#CaudaEquinaSyndrome #ChampionsCharity #CESAwareness #ChronicIllnessSupport #InvisibleIllness #CommunityHealing #CESWarriors 

🙏🏽Thank you @caudaequinachampions!
⚠️ CES is a medical emergency, and without urg ⚠️ CES is a medical emergency, and without urgent treatment, nerve damage can become permanent. 

 ⏱️ Early recognition saves function – prompt surgery can mean the difference between recovery and lifelong disability. 

🚩 Know the red flags: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tROBjui1W_U

 🎥 Watch the @caudaequinachampions award-winning short film “24 Hours Changed My Life Forever”: https://youtu.be/96rHU082zqo?si=61-fjwjkbykUxPAx 

#worldspineday #investinyourspine #caudaequinachampionscharity #cecs #caudaequinasyndrome 

🙏🏽Thank you @caudaequinachampions!
🚨 Would you recognize the warning signs of Caud 🚨 Would you recognize the warning signs of Cauda Equina Syndrome? 

1️⃣ Numbness in the groin area (where you would sit on a saddle) 
2️⃣ Severe low back pain or limb weakness
3️⃣ Bowel disturbance
4️⃣ Bladder disturbance
5️⃣ Sexual dysfunction 
👉🏼 See the infographic for explanations 

🚩️ If you or someone you know experiences these symptoms, seek urgent medical help. 

📚 More information: https://www.championscharity.org.uk/cauda-equina-syndrome/red-flags/ 

#worldspineday #investinyourspine #caudaequinachampionscharity #cecs #caudaequinasyndrome 

🙏🏽Thank you@caudaequinachampions
💡EVENT IDEA: Community Health Kit with Spine Ed 💡EVENT IDEA: Community Health Kit with Spine Education 

🇧🇼 The Botswana Baby Box Initiative is a community-led effort to provide a box of essential items that support safer sleep, proper positioning, and healthy early movement—empowering families with knowledge that protects and nurtures their babies’ health from the start. 🚼 

BBBI includes a visual, language-free guide that helps caregivers understand: 
🔵 How to support healthy posture and movement in infants 
🟢 Why core strength and positioning matter—even in early months 
🔵 How spinal mechanics affect development and comfort 

⬇️ Download language-free guide: 
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1r9g7pBtWns_FMwhT5Gqp6PT_PGFEV7Li/view?usp=sharing

🧠 Why it matters: Early movement, safe sleep, and proper positioning are key to healthy spinal and brain development. Many caregivers aren’t aware that simple daily habits—like how a baby is held, carried, or placed to sleep—can shape lifelong neuromusculoskeletal wellbeing. 

🌐 BBBI: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1akqe1G9Es/

#WorldSpineDay #BotswanaBabyBox #InfantSpinalHealth #InvestInYourSpine #EarlyDevelopment #PhysicalLiteracy #CommunityCare #HealthyStart 

🙏🏽 Thank you @casa_south_africa  and @africanchiropracticfederation!
🎉 Happy World Patient Safety Day! Practical a 🎉 Happy World Patient Safety Day! 

Practical advice for patients and caregivers: 
🟢 Encourage active play and posture awareness in children 
🔵 Promote safe lifting, stretching, and movement habits 
🟢 Engage patients in their care decisions—physical literacy starts with understanding your own body 
🔵 Advocate for safe systems: accurate diagnosis, infection prevention, and proper equipment use 

The @who 2025 campaign “Patient safety from the start!” means ensuring safe, age-appropriate care from birth onward. But safety isn’t just clinical—it’s also about education, empowerment, and movement. 

🔗 Learn more and access resources: 
https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-patient-safety-day/2025

#PhysicalLiteracy #PatientSafety #SpineHealth #MovementForLife #HealthPromotion #WHO #WorldSpineDay #InvestInYourSpine #SafeCare #PediatricCare
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🧠 BACK FACT: Sitting for more than 6 hours/day 🧠 BACK FACT: Sitting for more than 6 hours/day is linked to increased risk of spinal disc degeneration and chronic low back pain. 

⬇️ Break up long sitting sessions with this resource: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_GwseEC0nI 

Prolonged sitting: 
❌ Reduces blood flow to spinal tissues 
❌ Weakens postural muscles 
❌ Increases stiffness 

📣 Straighten Up and Move! 

#BackFact #SpinalHealth #StraightenUpAndMove #WorldSpineDay #WCCS #HealthyHabits #EvidenceBased #PostureMatters 

🔗 Source: American Journal of Epidemiology, 2020 
🙏 Thank you @canchiroassoc
💡 EVENT IDEA: Take spinal health to the streets 💡 EVENT IDEA: Take spinal health to the streets 💪🏽🌍

Create wearable outreach 👕 as you educate your
community on maintaining a healthy spine.

❓ HOW:
✅ Pop-Up Wellness Booths: Free spinal health tips and info!

✅ Interactive Workshops: Proper lifting techniques, ergonomic setups, and stretching routines.

✅ Street Interviews: “What is physical literacy?” 🎤

✅ Educational Flyers like this one:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1T0gzSx-_5rIdsjcEq
7YYhUDSttsvbokS/view?usp=sharing

💥Want more event ideas?
https://www.worldspineday.org/wp-content/uploads/
2025/04/WSD-TOOLKIT-2025-VERSION-4.pdf

#WCCS #SpinalHealth #WorldSpineDay
#InvestInYourSpine #HealthAwareness #TBT
#ThrowBackThursday

🙏🏽 Thank you: @wccs_uzh , @wccschiro
📣 EVENT IDEA: Host interactive educational sess 📣 EVENT IDEA: Host interactive educational sessions that blend movement, awareness, and fun. 

Where? 
🟢 Local schools: Helping kids build lifelong habits for spinal health 
🔵 Workplaces: Supporting employees with ergonomic tips and movement strategies 

⬇️ Give a free handout like this one: 
https://drive.google.com/file/d/14cUMwIQDqA1PwcOV4h6kmOmhnpEU3nuf/view?usp=sharing 

Why it matters: 
❓StraightenUp events help prevent spinal pain related to inactivity before it starts, creating healthier, more resilient communities. 
❓Physical literacy isn’t just about fitness—it’s about understanding how your body moves, feels, and functions. 

🌐 Download the World Spine Day Event Creation Toolkit: https://www.worldspineday.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/WSD-TOOLKIT-2025-VERSION-4.pdf 

#StraightenUp #InvestinYourSpine #SpinalHealth #PhysicalLiteracy #HealthyWorkplace #HealthyKids

🙏🏽 Thank you @casa_south_africa!
⏱️ #MotivationalMonday Challenge: Walk for 15 ⏱️ #MotivationalMonday Challenge: Walk for 15 minutes every day. 
 
❌ No gym, no gear, just movement. 

Why? 
🔵 Activates core & back muscles for better spinal support 
🟢Reduces tension 
🔵 Contributes to  a healthy spine 
☀️Clears your mind & lifts your mood 

📣 Tag a friend and challenge them to join! Make movement a habit! 

#WorldSpineDay #SpinalHealth #IInvestInYourSpine #HealthyHabits  #MoveBetterLiveBetter #15MinuteChallenge
💡 EVENT IDEA: Share this handout at your workp 💡 EVENT IDEA: 
Share this handout at your workplace! 
 
⬇️FREE DOWNLOAD: 
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1T0gzSx-_5rIdsjcEq7YYhUDSttsvbokS/view?usp=sharing

Whether you're at a desk, on your feet, or working from home, try the Straighten Up and Move micro-break routine. 

⏰ Every hour, stand up and do one stretch from the list. 
🔵 Move down the sequence throughout your day 

Just 2–3 minutes per stretch can: 
✅ Relieve tension 
✅ Improve spinal health 
✅ Boost your energy 
✅ Support your mental focus 

🙌🏾 Tag your team and challenge them to #StraightenUpAndMove today! 

 #WorldSpineDay #InvestInYourSpine #SpineHealth #WorkplaceWellness #Microbreaks #MoveMoreSitLess
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