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When we think about muscles, bones and joints, we often picture individual body parts working in isolation. In reality, the body doesn’t actually move or feel that way. One of the key reasons is fascia. Fascia is a continuous network of connective tissue that wraps around and weaves through muscles, bones, joints, nerves and internal organs, connecting the body into one integrated system (Schleip et al., 2001). Rather than being passive “packing material”, fascia plays an act

What did you like about Realign Health and what was your reason for joining our team? What really stood out to me about Realign Health is how much the team genuinely cares, not just about fixing pain, but about each person’s long-term health and overall well-being. I was drawn to the clinic’s holistic, patient-centred approach. We don’t just treat symptoms, we aim to uncover the root cause and create care plans that support the whole person. I also value being part of a team

Sometimes, life requires us to take a break from sport and exercise – whether the break was due to injury or illness, the end of the...

Pregnancy is a transformative journey that brings forth an array of physical, emotional, and psychological changes. As an expectant...

Stress is an inevitable part of modern life that we all encounter. When stressed, we usually experience heart pounding and faster...

The best exercise is always the one that you enjoy doing. But as we age and our bodies change, the things we have always loved to do can...

“I have a very physical job, so I don’t need to exercise.” “I’m too old to go to the gym.” “Everything aches, but I’m just getting old!”...

Everyone at some stage of their life has had a headache. It’s a very common problem, with a multitude of causes, including tension in...

Good posture can have a huge effect on your wellbeing and physical health. Plus, it can help prevent future health problems. So, let’s...

As your children head back to school, it’s important to check in on their health and wellbeing. We’re all very aware of the impact that a sedentary lifestyle – including a desk job and frequent use of technology – can have on adults. But have you considered the impact daily activities like sitting in a classroom, carrying a heavy school bag, or excessive screen time can have on your kids? There are many good reasons why you might take your kids to visit a chiropractor , and o

Primitive reflexes are the reflexes we’re all born with, thought to help infants organise their initial motor behaviour. During the first 6-12 months of development, in the right environment, these reflexes integrate into adult postural responses (1). This integration is generally a good indicator that your baby is going through healthy development stages and reaching milestones. However, sometimes primitive reflexes are retained instead of being integrated. As your baby grow

We use our hands and wrists every day of our lives and rely on them to be in good working order to get things done – from the simplest tasks to the most complex. Looking after them is very important, and it involves looking after every part of them, down to the bones, joints and ligaments. The human hand and wrist are made up of 29 bones (including the radius and ulna in the forearm) and 30 joints. These joints are held together and move with the help of sturdy tissue called

Did you know chiropractic care isn’t just for treating back pain ? Your chiropractor can also help by assessing, diagnosing and treating other musculoskeletal conditions, including injuries to your feet and ankles. Your foot is made up of 26 bones and 33 joints, while the ankle joint consists of 3 bones and 2 joints. It’s a more complex and important part of your body than you might realise. Feet are not only designed to support the weight of the rest of your body but are als

Reports show that 50% of women experience back pain during pregnancy, but only 1 in 5 of those women seek chiropractic care to help alleviate their discomfort (1). If you’re holding back from seeking treatment, or simply wondering if it’s an option, you might be asking: is it safe to continue (or start) seeing a chiropractor while pregnant? The short answer is yes, chiropractic treatment is considered safe and effective during pregnancy (2). Changes common during pregnancy, s

Pregnancy is an exciting time when your body undergoes a lot of changes. Chiropractic care can play an important role in making sure the experience is as comfortable as possible. Our clinic Chiropractor, Dr Jess Mangala , shares why she loves working with mums to improve their wellbeing throughout pregnancy and how the process works. Chiropractic practice is a rewarding career – I get to spend my days helping to relieve pain and improve wellbeing for my clients. And one of my

This year, Spinal Health Week runs from 23rd–29th May and is shining a light on the importance of consulting your chiropractor when it comes to a sore neck and associated effects on your health. Neck pain is a common complaint, affecting up to 50% of people at some point in their lives (1). As the leading cause of disability in adults, it can also be debilitating when left untreated. So, if you’ve been dealing with a sore neck, this week is the perfect opportunity to find ou

It’s commonly understood that good or bad posture can have an effect on how you feel, your spinal health and your overall health. Much less common is a thorough understanding of alignment: what it is and how it affects your body. Our chiropractor, chiropractor Dr Jessica Mangala , delves into alignment, posture and the differences between the two below. What is posture? Posture is behavioural and refers to a combination of muscles, reflexes and the natural position of your sp

Are you getting back into sport or exercise after taking a break? Worried about how long it takes for you to recover from muscle soreness? Want to bounce back quicker and perform better? Having a post-activity recovery plan is just as important as perfecting your sporting technique and there is evidence that supports combining chiropractic treatment and remedial massage as part of that plan. Ideas about how chiropractic may help with sporting performance include looking at ne

For many athletes, chiropractic care and massage form a key component of their training and care regimen. So as sport season starts up again and you hit the soccer fields and netball courts, understanding the place these treatments have in your routine may give your performance a boost and help you avoid time spent in recovery. Combining chiropractic and massage for sports injuries Chiropractors are most well-known for working on spinal and musculoskeletal injuries, but resea

Jaw pain, sometimes known as temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders affect anywhere from 15-25% of adults1,2. This pain can make regular, everyday activities like talking, eating and laughing an uncomfortable — and even painful —experience. So what is jaw pain, why does it occur and what can you do about it? What is jaw pain? First, let’s talk about how your jaw works. Your TMJ is like a hinge that connects your lower jaw to the rest of your skull and allows for your jawbone