Chiropractors are traditionally thought of as working exclusively with the back and neck, treating disorders ranging from a slipped disc to whiplash. However, the body is connected in many unexpected ways, and there are a number of conditions a chiropractor may be able to treat that you may not have...
Sufferers of arthritis will know all too well the unbearable joint pain and stiffness that makes day-to-day life nearly impossible. Treatment for these individuals commonly involves prescriptions for highly addictive painkillers due to the limited effective treatment options. However, in a time where Australia is suffering from an opioid epidemic...
A large percentage of the population is medically diagnosed with some form of chronic joint stiffness related to gout, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, and lupus. Joint pain is prevalent with age, but you do not have to live with it. If you find it difficult to get off a chair or...
A lack of flexibility is commonly something we use to bond with other non-flexible people. However, something as simple as not being able to touch your toes could cripple you as you age. Our bodies are incredibly efficient at compensating for a deficiency in one area by forcibly using another....
Have you ever experienced pain in your neck or shoulders after extended periods of standing, sitting or lying down? This pain could be attributed to having bad posture. The correct alignment of the body, commonly known as neutral spine, is essential for health and well-being. There are many reasons why...
Migraines are a common condition that can affect numerous Australians of all ages and backgrounds and which can be completely debilitating. These punishing headaches may be recurrent and extremely painful and could see people spending hundreds in pain relief medication every year. Instead, why not consider preventative treatment from a...
Persistent knee pain is a potentially crippling condition that studies suggest affects around a million Australians at any one time. Although the primary cause of knee pain is thought to be arthritis, tendon or meniscus damage, torn ligaments or issues with the patella can all play a role. Not only...
Beginning as a spiritual discipline, yoga has grown in popularity in recent years to become an activity focused on mental and physical wellbeing. Yoga combines breathing techniques, stretches and poses to offer relaxation and peacefulness to those who practice it. So, you may be wondering, is yoga helpful to chiropractic...
Vertigo is a condition that causes people to experience rocking, dizziness or spinning, even when staying completely still. The most common cause of vertigo is an inner ear condition called Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV). This condition often occurs after a head injury or an illness such as the flu,...
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...
