When do you need an MRI? What is an MRI? MRI stands for Magnetic Resonance Imaging. It is a non-invasive imaging technique that uses powerful magnets, radio waves, and a computer to create detailed images of the bone and soft tissues of your spine with remarkable detail. We can identify injuries, inflammation, or degeneration in the spine and surrounding structures. MRI scans can help chiropractors identify hidden problems, such as disc herniation, nerve impingement, or degenerative changes in the spine. MRIs do not expose patients to radiation making them the safest option for imaging your ..read more

EOS Imaging Helping Chiropractic As Townsville chiropractors our treatment focuses on addressing spinal issues to relieve your symptoms, improve your mobility, and enhance your overall well-being. The EOS X-ray Imaging System is a new x-ray scanning technology now available in Townsville. It can play a crucial role in diagnosing the cause of your symptoms and developing an effective personalised treatment plan. In this blog, we will explore what EOS is and how it can be used to enhance your chiropractic care.   BOOK APPOINTMENT What is EOS imaging? EOS imaging is a weight-bearing x-ray ..read more

Spinal Health Week 22-28 May 2023 Are you tired of Headaches Holding You Back? Spinal Health Week 2023 (22-28 May) is the Australian Chiropractors Association (ACA) national campaign dedicated to improving the spinal health of all Australians. In 2023, the focus of Spinal Health Week is on the impact headaches have on Australians while providing solutions to alleviate headache pain so sufferers can take back control of their health and wellbeing. Migraine and tension-type headaches are the most prevalent headache disorders, both with disabling potential having the greatest impact on public h ..read more

Spinal Stenosis Do you suffer from numbness, tingling or weakness in a hand, arm, foot or leg? Do you get pain or cramping in your legs when you stand for long periods? Is the pain relieved when you bend forward or sit? You could be suffering from Spinal Stenosis. Did you know that chiropractic treatment may help to reduce your symptoms? If you have spinal stenosis, this blog will help you understand exactly what it is and what can be done to help you.   WHAT IS SPINAL STENOSIS Spinal Stenosis is a condition when the space around the spinal cord, or spinal nerves, narrows. This reduces ..read more

Are you sleeping on the right mattress? Do you wake up during the night with aches and pains in your back and neck? Are you stiff and sore first thing in the morning? Your mattress could be to blame!!!!!!!!! The right mattress can be the difference between feeling energised in the morning or waking up full off aches and pains. There are two main types of mattresses available today and this blog will help you to know which is the right fit for you.   BOOK APPOINTMENT   Innerspring Mattresses These are the most common mattress on the market today. They are made up of two parts; the c ..read more

Are you using the right pillow? How do you know if you are using the right pillow? We spend up to a third of our life asleep or resting, so it’s important to choose a pillow that supports your neck and shoulders properly. The wrong pillow can cause pain or stiffness in the neck, arms, or shoulders.   What are the qualities of a good pillow? It’s important to keep in mind that the ‘right’ pillow for you may not necessarily be the ‘right’ pillow for someone else. A good pillow has the following qualities: It supports the head and neck in a neutral position and aligns with the rest of the ..read more

Is Cracking Your Neck Bad For You? Do You Crack Your Neck? Do you find yourself cracking your neck when it feels tight or sore?  Are you doing this more and more lately?  Do you wonder if cracking your neck bad for you? If this sounds like you, you are not alone. This is a very common problem. In this blog you will find out why it feels good to crack your neck, if it’s safe, and how to stop.   What Is The Cracking Sound? First let’s be clear. The cracking sound has nothing to do with your neck being out of place and then going back into place. The sound you hear when you crack ..read more

Do You Need Chiropractic X-Rays? You go to one chiropractor and they tell you they will not start your treatment without full spine x-rays. Then you go to a different chiropractor with the exact same symptoms and they will tell you x-rays are not needed at all. Does it get any more confusing? In this blog we will explain when you need X-rays and when you don’t, but before we discuss if you need x-rays though, let’s clear up what you can and can’t see on an x-ray.   BOOK APPOINTMENT   What can you see on x-rays? X-rays show us the structure of your spine and vertebra so we can see a ..read more

Bulging Disc - What You Need to Know do you have a BULGING DISC? Have you been told a bulging disc is causing your back or your neck pain? If yes have, then relax, you are not alone. I have been a chiropractor in Townsville for over 35 years and at least once a week, a patient will tell me their symptoms are from a bulging disc. The truth is that when you have severe neck or back pain you are often sent for a CT scan or an MRI to find the cause. If a bulging disc is found it is often automatically assumed to be the cause of all your symptoms.  Unfortunately, this diagnosis is often ..read more

Best Chiropractor In Townsville Who is the best chiropractor in Townsville?  Who is the best chiropractor in Townsville? If you ask five different people, they will probably give you five different answers. So really, is there a best chiropractor in Townsville at all?   The reality is that who is the best chiropractor in Townsville for you depends on what you are looking for. Perhaps you are suffering from conditions such as neck pain, headaches or low back pain and looking for the best chiropractor in Townsville for those conditions? Are you old and fr ..read more