As the years roll by, our bodies start to speak to us a little louder. The body seems to confirm that old age is coming up, whether it’s the small stiffness in the back when you wake up or the persistent soreness in the shoulders after a long day at work. What if, however, we […]
The New Zealand Chiropractors’ Association has endorsed international calls for a dramatic shift in the way that society manages low back pain. Chiropractor and NZCA spokesperson Dr Jenna Duehr explains: ‘The evidence is clear that chiropractors can play an important role in evidence-based, peoplecentred, interprofessional and collaborative care for low back pain patients. As New […]
If you ask people around what they consider as ‘good posture’, most will probably say it’s all about the alignment when you sit or stand. Chest out, shoulders back, and keep yourself straight all the time. We don’t blame you if you also think this way… that’s how we are taught as kids after all. […]
Have you experienced being so down, but felt so much better after being hugged by a friend or a loved one? This is a very good example of the healing power of touch. Since the evolution of man, physical touch has been a key piece of our overall health and wellbeing. As infants, we instinctively need […]