What is a Lumbar Disc Bulge? A lumbar disc bulge happens when one of the discs in your lower spine pushes outwards, sometimes pressing on nearby nerves. This can cause localised back pain or referred symptoms like leg tingling, numbness,...
Read moreSciatica – Reclaiming Life from Nerve Pain
Understanding Sciatica Sciatica is more than a sore back, it’s a nerve pain that radiates from your lower spine down your leg, often caused by disc bulges or joint misalignment irritating the sciatic nerve. People with sciatica often find it...
Read moreThe Difference Between Traditional Medical Treatments and Chiropractic Care for Neck Pain
Neck pain is a common issue that affects many people. You are not alone! There are various treatments available to help relieve the pain. Two popular options are traditional medical treatments and chiropractic care. Both approaches have their own advantages...
Read moreChiropractic Care for Headaches and Migraines: Find Relief Today
Headaches and migraines are two of the most common types of pain that people experience. In fact, Migraines are considered to be the second leading cause of disability worldwide. They are very common in Australia and almost 5 million people...
Read moreMyth Busters: Chiropractic Edition
Our aim is to assist patients in distinguishing between the truth and the misconceptions frequently associated with chiropractic care. Regrettably, when a falsehood gains widespread acceptance, it can be perceived as factual, despite having little evidence to support it. Luckily...
Read moreCan Poor Posture contribute to your Migraines?
We’ve all heard the saying: “You’re giving me a headache”. The truth is, migraines and headaches can arise from more than just frustration, stress at work or the common cold. Poor posture is associated or a common cause of neck...
Read moreHunched at your desk all day – How does this effect your Posture?
The effect that sitting at a 9-5 desk job has on a person’s posture has more recently become a hot topic of discussion. We can tell! Why? Because companies continue to roll out specially designed chairs for their employees, featuring...
Read moreStudy – Cervical Radiculopathy | Neck Pain | Waterloo Chiropractic
Comment : Here is a good article advocating for multiple treatment choices when it comes to injuries of the spine – cervical radiculopathy. At the clinic, we adopt an evidence informed and multi-modal treatment plan for spinal complaints that our...
Read moreTop 3 daily stretches for Headache Management
Do you often get headaches? If so, you’re not alone. Many people suffer from headaches on a regular basis. There are many causes of headaches, but one of the most common is tension in the neck, shoulders, and back. This...
Read more5 minutes with our SUPERSTAR – Susan Tyfield
“It is much harder to get your health back later in life than maintaining it.“ Susan Tyfield Book online at Waterloo Chiro 1. Sue, you are 17 years into your career and you never seem to have a down day....
Read moreIs my gym program causing my headaches?
Do you frequently experience headaches after your workouts? If so, there is a good chance that your gym program is to blame. In this blog post, we will discuss the most common causes of headaches after working out and how...
Read moreExercise and Mobility – which Exercise is best for low back pain?
It has always been clear that exercise and mobility are intrinsically linked. When we consider the negative impact that certain exercises have on our posture. There is no time like the present to start thinking about how we can exercise...
Read moreHow Chiropractic Adjustments Can Improve Your Posture and Reduce Back Pain
Chiropractic is a form of alternative medicine that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal problems, especially those related to the spine. Chiropractors use spinal adjustments and other manual techniques to help patients manage their pain and improve their...
Read moreCommon Gym Injuries and How Chiropractic Care Can Aid in Recovery and Rehabilitation
Gym enthusiasts and athletes know that staying physically active and fit is essential for a healthy lifestyle. However, gym workouts can also lead to various types of injuries that can impact your ability to perform and enjoy your favourite activities....
Read moreChiropractic Care During Pregnancy
Pregnancy can be an exciting and transformative time, but it can also come with a variety of physical and emotional challenges. For many women, back pain, headaches, and other symptoms can be a constant source of discomfort. Fortunately, chiropractic care...
Read moreHow Regular Chiropractic Care Can Improve Your Gym Performance and Prevent Injuries
Regular chiropractic care can greatly enhance your gym performance by preventing injury. Many athletes and gym enthusiasts may overlook the importance of chiropractic care. This may be to your detriment. Chiropractic is well known to provide a range of benefits...
Read moreThe effects of stress on the spine and how chiropractic care can help
Stress is a natural part of life and can often be a catalyst for positive change. However, excessive and prolonged stress can have negative effects on our physical and mental health. One area of the body that is particularly susceptible...
Read moreThe Benefits of Combining Chiropractic Care With a Strength Training Program
The benefits of combining exercise and chiropractic care are greater than the sum of their parts. By combining these two healthy practices, you are giving your body even more support and helping it to become stronger and healthier. This combination...
Read morePelvic Unlevelling and Loss of Segmental Spinal Movement – a deep dive
Pressure on spinal structures and pelvic misalignment are two different conditions but can cause issues like spinal stiffness, sacroiliac pain and hip, leg and foot pain. Low back, SIJ, hip, leg, and foot pain can come from somewhere else… Let’s...
Read moreWhiplash Associated Disorder, avoid chronic neck pain
Whiplash (WAD) is an upper spinal injury that can happen due to that forceful acceleration/de-acceleration movement of the head either forwards or backward during a car accident or intense sporting activities, usually contact sports. The instant and quick change of...
Read moreCore Stability: Reasons Why You Need It to Prevent Injuries!
First of all, what is the core? In my view, the core is the central part of your body that stabilises your trunk while the arms and legs move during any intense activity. It mostly consists of muscles of the...
Read moreChiropractic… managing your osteoarthritis.
Chiropractic care is a branch of allied health that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of conditions that are caused by problems with the musculoskeletal system, namely the spine and weight bearing joints in the pelvis and extremity joints. Chiropractors...
Read moreRelieve Your Neck Pain, Know Where Pain Starts.
If you’ve ever slept in an awkward position for longer than you should have, then you’ll be familiar with neck pain. In most cases, neck pain will resolve itself, but in some cases, such as if the pain is present...
Read moreScoliosis, screen your spine at Waterloo Chiro
Scoliosis is a subtle corkscrewing effect of the spine when viewing it from behind. It is quite normal to have an “S” bend from the side-on position, but if you have an “S” shaped from behind, its time to consult...
Read moreSciatica – How can your Chiropractor help?
How can a Chiropractor help Sciatica? For all the potential reasons you may be experiencing sciatic pain, diagnosing sciatica is extremely important. Chiropractic treatment focuses on the adjustment of the spine including mobilising stiff joints or releasing tight muscles and...
Read moreIs my gym program causing my low back pain?
If you’re experiencing low back pain, it might not be your fault. In fact, the blame could lie with your gym program. Gym programs are notorious for neglecting to warm up properly and many encourage a poorly balanced workout. This...
Read moreRib pain… What causes it?
5 steps to relieve knee pain…. how to avoid knee pain
Knee pain is one of the most common types of pain that people experience. It can be caused by a variety of things, including osteoarthritis, overuse, and acute injuries. In this blog post, we will discuss five steps that you...
Read moreLow Back Pain: 4 Things you’re doing that could be causing it
Living with lower back pain is, well, a pain. Aside from discomfort, it can severely restrict your quality of life. Before you can beat it, though, you must first understand why you experience this type of physical pain. Here’s all...
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