When working out, you should never ignore the importance of warming up and cooling down via stretching to promote good performance, optimal recovery and injury prevention. The following chiro-specific exercises may help with boosting range of motion, minimising aching muscles and joints and preventing workout injuries. Doorway stretch 1. Stand...
An active lifestyle does not look the same for everyone. You might be on your feet at work, training regularly, chasing children around the park or simply trying to get through the day without your back or neck distracting you. If discomfort is getting in the way, it can help...
Headaches and neck discomfort sometimes occur together, but that does not prove a spinal misalignment or establish which treatment is suitable. If headaches are recurring, new or changing, it is important to understand their pattern and consider whether medical assessment is needed. This article describes several headache patterns, when neck...
If back or pelvic pain is affecting your pregnancy, speak with your midwife or doctor first. You can then discuss which assessment and care options fit your symptoms and health history. Chiropractic care is not a routine requirement of pregnancy. Discussing pregnancy-related discomfort Pregnancy can change how comfortable you feel...
One question that we’re often asked by our clients is how to get good posture. Not only does good posture help improve spine health, but it could also help with pain management. Here are three habits to get into to help improve your posture whilst waiting for an appointment with...
Neck pain and dizziness can occur together, but that does not prove that one causes the other. New or unexplained dizziness needs medical assessment before it is attributed to neck muscles, posture or spinal alignment. The right next step depends on your symptoms and their cause. Seek emergency care for...
Has your child mentioned a sore back after sport, a stiff neck or discomfort carrying a school bag? It’s understandable to wonder who can assess it and whether chiropractic care is appropriate. For children, the first priority is working out what’s behind the concern—not assuming they need an adjustment. When...
Posture is about more than simply sitting up straight in your chair. It’s about keeping your body’s alignment in good shape to promote better health. Our team is commonly asked about posture, so we decided to create a brief blog post outlining the main points. What is good posture? Good...
How do I know if I’m having upper back pain? Upper-back discomfort can feel like stiffness between the shoulder blades, soreness after desk work or discomfort when turning. The thoracic spine includes twelve vertebrae, with muscles, joints and other structures that help you move. Several factors can contribute to symptoms,...
The sacroiliac joint is found between the the ilium (hip bone) and the sacrum, joining the hips to the spine. Among other roles, the joint is critical in absorbing the impact we experience when we walk, or we lift objects. If these joints become too loose, or too tight, the...
