Chiropractic Balance Blog
Vitamins, Minerals & Deficiencies: An In-Depth Guide
Many of us suffer from common complaints such as headaches, skin problems, lowered moods and much more. And while Chiropractic care may be sometimes beneficial in relieving some of these, many of these body and mind problems are related to vitamin or mineral deficiencies that come from an insufficient diet. Here we explore some of the more common deficiencies, and what you can do about it.
Chiropractic and your Child
Over many years of helping in the chiropractic profession I have seen the benefits that regular family chiropractic visits can bring. I’m passionate about allowing the younger generations in our community thrive, to keep their bodies working at their best and help set them up for bright futures. However unfortunately current statistics show that the youth of today may not enjoy as long or healthy lives as their parents
4 Reasons Why Athletes Benefit from Chiropractic
This week alone with Chiropractic function testing, in my family I’ve helped my 85 year old grandmother improve her balance with walking, my husband recover from leg muscle injury, my sisters perform in Wellington’s premier netball league and my receptionist keep up in her fitness class. We even manage to do family parkrun together sometimes!
And beyond that the world’s fastest man Usain Bolt [1], multiple world champion shot-putter Valerie Adams [2] and all All Blacks great Mils Muliaina [3] are just some of the sporting legends who swear by Chiropractic care.
Introducing the iHunch
Do you have an iPhone? What about an iPad? Or even an iPod? The latest i-Whatsit is probably the most ubiquitous yet – the iHunch. But it’s also probably the most harmful for your health. Read all about it here.
ARTHRITIS
Arthritis is the single biggest cause of disability in New Zealand and more than 500,000 New Zealanders will be affected by it at some point during their lifetime. It is an umbrella term used to refer to a number of different musculoskeletal conditions involving inflammation of joints that in turn causes pain, stiffness, disability and deformity. Such effects may be having a significant impact on your daily life but there are natural measures you can take to reduce symptom severity or prevent disease progression.
SPORTS CONCUSSION INJURY: TREATING THE NECK IS AS VITAL AS THE HEAD, SAY NZ CHIROPRACTORS
Research is increasingly showing that concussion injuries not only affect the brain but also the neck upon which the head moves during impact. To decrease sports and concussion damage with winter sports, it’s a great idea to get your neck and spine checked, and your children.