How chiropractors help with neck pain: what to expect at your first visit
Neck pain is one of the most common reasons people visit a chiropractor. Whether it’s from long hours at a desk, stress, poor posture or injury, neck pain can affect how you move, sleep and feel each day.
Chiropractic care aims to reduce pain, improve mobility, correct posture and help stop the problem from returning.
Tendonitis in the Knee: Understanding patellar and quadriceps tendon strain
That sharp ache at the front of your knee—especially after running, jumping or climbing stairs—might be tendonitis. This pain usually comes from irritation in either the patellar tendon (just below the kneecap) or the quadriceps tendon (just above it). Knee tendon pain can be frustrating, especially when it limits your movement or exercise routine—but with the right care, recovery is definitely possible.
Stress Fractures in the ankle: subtle injuries that can cause long-term pain
Stress fractures are small cracks in a bone caused by repetitive stress or overuse — often before any major injury occurs. Unlike a sudden break from a fall or trauma, these fractures develop gradually as the bone is repeatedly loaded beyond its ability to recover.
Frozen shoulder explained: symptoms, stages, and treatment options
It might feel stiff, achy, or even “stuck.” If that sounds familiar, you could be dealing with frozen shoulder — a common but frustrating condition that can make even simple daily movements a challenge.
The good news? With the right care, recovery is absolutely possible. Let’s look at what frozen shoulder is, how it develops, and the best ways to manage it.
Arthritis in the elbow: Managing pain, stiffness & everyday function
Arthritis in the elbow is less common than in the knees or hips, but when it does occur, it can significantly impact daily life. The elbow is a hinge joint that allows you to bend, straighten and rotate your forearm—movements we rely on for simple everyday tasks like typing, carrying groceries or lifting objects.
Is the hype around protein worth listening to?
In recent weeks, I’ve noticed headlines questioning whether protein deserves the spotlight it’s getting. A recent Herald Sun article suggested the “modern trend” of higher-protein eating is overstated, citing the World Health Organisation’s guideline of 1 gram per kilogram of body weight per day. A segment on Question Everything went even further, dismissing much of the discussion as “bro science.”
Unravelling the mystery behind your neck pain
Have you ever wondered how on earth you’ve managed to wake up one morning with a jammed-up neck? Or maybe you’re wondering why work deadlines are giving you pounding headaches out of nowhere? Well, you’re in the right place!
Exercise your way out of shoulder pain!
Rotator cuff pain can be a frustrating setback, especially when it limits your daily activities or fitness routine. Whether caused by injury, overuse, or age-related wear and tear, shoulder discomfort doesn’t have to mean the end of movement.
What is my rotator cuff, and why is it giving me so much grief?
The shoulder is one of the most complex and fascinating joints in the human body, and with that comes a unique set of challenges that the shoulder has to deal with on a daily basis. Today we’re going to deep dive into the anatomy and biomechanics of the shoulder and unravel the mystery of rotator cuff inflammation!