​Some people are worried about seeing a chiropractor because they think that chiropractic adjustments might be harmful or dangerous. However, the research relating to chiropractic care shows us that it is remarkably safe1, especially compared to a lot of other healthcare interventions and it’s effective2 and it’s associated with high levels of patient satisfaction.3 Virtually all forms of healthcare are associated with some risk.5 With the sort of manual or ‘hands-on’ procedures that chiropractors use in everyday practice, it’s logical that there is at least some risk that on ..read more

Spine-related musculoskeletal pain is one of the most common reasons for missed work (1). Do you or a loved one experience spine-related musculoskeletal pain? This is an important article that can make the world of difference to you.   “As of 2016, health care costs for care related to spinal pain, was estimated at $134.5 billion” (2)   Most cases of spine-related musculoskeletal pain can be effectively managed with conservative non-pharmacological and non-invasive approaches, including chiropractic and physical therapists. In the US chiropractic care is one of the most utilized ap ..read more

​Anxiety is a serious condition that makes it hard for a person to cope with daily life. 3 million Australians are living with anxiety. Anxiety is the most common mental health condition in Australia. 1 in 4 people will experience anxiety at some stage in their life (1). Anxiety disorders have a lifetime prevalence of approximately 34% in the US, are often chronic, and significantly impair quality of life and functioning (2). If you’re dealing with anxiety, you may not be familiar with some other things that can make you anxious, and it’s essential that you know how to identify them. On ..read more

In today’s busy and technology driven world, achieving restorative sleep can be challenging. Sleep disturbances not only affect our daily functioning but can cause considerable impact on our long-term health. As Chiropractors, we recognise the significance of addressing the root causes of many issues including sleep disruption. An avenue gaining attention is the use of melatonin supplementation. In this blog post we delve into what melatonin is, the role it plays in sleep regulation and the role of chiropractic care to complement sleep quality. Melatonin is a hormone synthesized and released ..read more

We have mentioned how important a healthy digestive system is for us to have a healthy nervous system function. This time specifically, we will bring you some lesser-known information about our liver, and when would be the right time to ask for a professional opinion.   The liver is the organ known for its role in detoxification. It is the first organ our blood travels to after absorption has taken place in our intestine. It carries out filtration, detoxification as well as storage of vitamins and minerals. It is also the only organ in our body that can breakdown ethanol and metabolise ..read more

Recently, you may have heard about something called the gut-brain axis. “What is it?” you might be wondering. Well, it is exactly what it sounds like! It is the bidirectional relationship that exists between your gut and your brain – more specifically, the central nervous system and the enteric nervous system (1). This relationship links emotional and cognitive centers of the brain with the function of your gastro-intestinal tract by means of neural, endocrine and immune links (1).               This means that the integrity of our ..read more

Falls are a significant cause of death, injury, and loss of quality of life in older adults according to the American Geriatric Society. Risk factors include (Grabowska et al, 2022): Musculoskeletal weakness Vestibular dysfunction Proprioceptive deficits Pain Polypharmacy Limited fall prevention education Can Chiropractic care help in reducing fall risks in older adult population? YES!!! Of course we can! In 2016, Holt et al conducted a Randomised Controlled Trial (RCT) and found significant improvements of participants (65yrs and above) who received Chiropractic care compared to those tha ..read more

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