Vertigo is a sensation that you or your surroundings are moving, often described as spinning. Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is a common inner-ear cause, but dizziness can have other causes that need different care. Arrange medical assessment, particularly for a first or unexplained episode. How does BPPV affect the...
If bending over sinks, reaching for the backseat and hunching at your computer has left you aching, you’re not alone. The daily demands of being a modern parent can leave many adults with crippling aches and pains, particularly in the back, neck and shoulder region. For those looking for a...
Sleep is essential. As we sleep, our body works to heal and restore various functions, ensuring we wake up energised and refreshed. However, you could be doing serious damage to your body by sleeping in a position that is harmful to your spine. If you find yourself constantly suffering from...
Scoliosis is a sideways curvature of the spine that may be identified during childhood or adulthood. Some people have few symptoms, while others notice back discomfort or changes in how they move. If you have been told you have scoliosis, it helps to understand your curve, symptoms and whether monitoring...
Combined, your two feet contain around a quarter of all your body’s bones – not to mention a tonne of tendons, ligaments and delicate soft tissue. But, how often do we really give them the attention and care they deserve? Usually, only when they’re in pain! Yet it’s not only...
Chiropractic treatment has not been shown to improve asthma. Asthma affects the airways and needs medical management. If you also have back or neck pain, that is a separate concern to discuss with an appropriate health professional. Understanding Asthma Asthma symptoms and triggers vary. Your GP can assess breathing symptoms,...
If your child repeatedly complains of back pain, arrange an assessment with their GP. School activities, bags or footwear may be worth discussing, but they do not establish the cause. The questions below can help you describe your child’s day without assuming that their spine is damaged. 1. What bag...
Bottom Line: The spine contains vertebrae, discs, ligaments, muscles and nerves that support movement. Disc changes are common, including in people who have no pain. A report describing a bulge or herniation needs to be considered alongside symptoms and examination findings, rather than treated as proof that the spine is...
Bottom Line: A disc herniation can make sitting, walking or training uncomfortable, and it is reasonable to have questions about the available options. An MRI finding does not automatically tell you which treatment is suitable. Discuss symptoms and examination findings with an appropriate health professional. For other information about chiropractic...
Bottom Line: A disc bulge or herniation can irritate nearby nerves and sometimes cause back or leg pain. Disc changes are also common in people without symptoms, so imaging alone cannot explain what is happening. The appropriate next step depends on your symptoms, examination and any warning signs. Why it...
