There is a particular kind of frustration that comes with recurring pain. Your back settles down for a while, then suddenly hurts again. Your shoulder feels fine for a few weeks, then starts aching in exactly the same place. Your knee improves, you get back to normal, and then the familiar pain returns. It can […]
You have booked a chiropractic appointment because your back hurts, your neck is stiff or something just doesn’t feel right. You arrive expecting to explain where it hurts and perhaps have some treatment. Instead, the chiropractor starts asking questions. When did it start? What makes it better? What makes it worse? Have you injured yourself […]
Before having a chiropractic adjustment, it is reasonable to want to understand both the potential benefits and the risks. A chiropractic adjustment is a hands-on technique that applies a controlled force to a joint. Depending on the technique used, it may involve a quick movement that sometimes produces an audible clicking or popping sound. Some […]
Yes. In Australia, you can generally book an appointment with a chiropractor without seeing a GP first. If you are experiencing back pain, neck stiffness, joint discomfort or other musculoskeletal symptoms, you can usually contact a chiropractic clinic directly to arrange an appointment. However, the rules can differ depending on how you intend to pay […]
You’ve developed back pain, your shoulder has been bothering you for weeks, or you’ve picked up an injury that is making exercise difficult. You decide to seek professional help, but then comes the question: should you book a chiropractor, physiotherapist or osteopath? In Australia, all three are registered health professions that can assess and manage […]
You may notice small differences before you really think about them. Getting up from a chair takes a little longer. Stairs feel harder than they used to. You need a few more steps before your body feels loose in the morning. You cannot quite reach the top shelf the way you once could. None of […]
You sit down in the consultation room. Maybe you cross one leg over the other. Perhaps you lean towards one armrest. You might sit forward on the edge of the chair or sink comfortably into the backrest. A chiropractor may notice these things, but they are not necessarily looking for a single “bad posture” that […]
The holidays are supposed to be a chance to slow down, catch up with family and enjoy a break from everyday responsibilities. But sometimes, after a few days away from your usual routine, your body starts feeling a little different. Your lower back feels stiff after a long drive. Your neck aches after sleeping in […]
There is nothing quite like getting into bed after a long day and realising your back has other plans. You lie on your back. Nope. You roll onto your side. Still uncomfortable. You move the pillow, change positions, pull your knees up, stretch your legs out and eventually wonder whether you are going to get […]
When most people hear the word “chiropractor“, they immediately think of back pain. And while back pain is certainly one reason people seek chiropractic care, it is not the only musculoskeletal concern that may be assessed by a chiropractor. People may also seek care for problems involving the neck, shoulders, hips, knees, joints and muscles, […]
