“Baby, We Were Born to Run”

Spring (not Springsteen) has arrived in Wellington, and as the weather warms up (albeit slowly), many of our practice members are mentioning that they are dusting off their running shoes in preparation for the many upcoming running events over the next few months. Questions are also being asked about whether running is ‘bad for you’…

Media Release 11th Sep: PUT YOUR BEST FOOT FORWARD FOR BETTER HEALTH

Taking care of your feet combined with chiropractic care may have a significant effect on how you feel according to the New Zealand Chiropractors’ Association (NZCA). Chiropractor Dr Roz Griffiths explains: ‘We’ve warned people about the effects of high heels, challenging footwear on health and locked up feet joints [1] but the latest research suggests that…

Is this the Bottom Line of Your Back Pain?

Chiropractors have long been aware of the link between neglected weak buttock muscles and lower back pain. Weak glute muscles are also a contributing factor in knee pain, hip pain, hamstring strains, poor posture, balance problems and being prone to injuries. Many people may not even be aware that their glutes, which are some of our most important pelvic stabilising muscles, are not as strong as they should be or that these imbalances now go by the name of “dead butt syndrome” or “gluteus amnesia”. Read more to see if these problems may be affecting you.

Yoga and Chiropractic – a perfect combination!

The ancient principles of yoga recognise that optimal alignment of the body creates maximum energy. At Chiropractic Balance we understand that maximum energy to be the optimal functioning of your nervous system. We work with the ideal alignment and movement of your joints to ensure correct stimulation and feedback from your body to your brain so that your nervous system can be working at its best. Read more to find out how yoga may be able to enhance your chiropractic results!

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.

10 Things You Can Do Right Now for Immediate Lower Back Pain Relief

Low back pain often strikes when something’s out of balance in your body. Obviously that is what we specialise in helping with at Chiropractic Balance Mana and Wellington, but that’s not much help when it’s the middle of the night, when you’re on holiday or the next available appointment is 24 hours or more away. Try these top tips to reduce low back pain now.

BABY BOOMERS: STRAIGHTEN UP & STAY ACTIVE FOR A LONGER, HEALTHIER LIFE

A growing body of Research suggests the nation’s baby boomers should take care of their spines as a key part of their regular healthcare regime to enjoy better health and help reduce the future need for a massive increase in healthcare costs.

Core Issues

We often talk about which muscles you should strengthen to support a balanced spine and nervous system but in light of some exciting research we’re taking a closer look at the core of the matter.

The magic of walking 10,000 steps

Want to reduce back pain, arthritis & sleep better? Find out how a simple tracking device can help you achieve this through getting more steps in your day.

Why is the Lower Back so Prone to Injury?

Our spine is amazing, holding our bodies up while we bend, twist, and carry heavy objects. But the strength and flexibility that’s engineered into the lower back also makes it susceptible to developing problems over time. And often a problem in the lower back can lead to leg pain as well as lower back pain. …