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A Gentle Digestive Reset for the New Year
Digestive reset for the new year. How Chiropractic, Acupuncture and Remedial massage can also help support our digestive health
Jan 124 min read


What Is Fascia and Why It Matters for Whole-Body Health
Discover the benefits of fascia and how we can improve our health by addressing fascia.
Jan 73 min read


Meet Dr Sua Kim, our wonderful new chiropractor!
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
Jul 29, 20252 min read


Returning to sport and exercise after injury or a break
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...
Apr 19, 20244 min read


Pre-natal care starts from within; it can’t be outsourced.
Pregnancy is a transformative journey that brings forth an array of physical, emotional, and psychological changes. As an expectant...
Jan 22, 20242 min read


What does stress do to your body?
Stress is an inevitable part of modern life that we all encounter. When stressed, we usually experience heart pounding and faster...
Nov 15, 20233 min read


3 Top Types of Exercise for Seniors to Keep Fit and Healthy
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...
Sep 29, 20234 min read


5 Top Benefits of Exercise as You Age
“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!”...
Jul 17, 20234 min read


Spinal Health Week: it’s time to handle your headaches
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...
May 23, 20233 min read


The Importance of Posture
Good posture can have a huge effect on your wellbeing and physical health. Plus, it can help prevent future health problems. So, let’s...
Apr 4, 20233 min read


Spine health for back-to-school time
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
Feb 15, 20233 min read


Chiropractic care for hip pain and injuries
The hip joint is a crucial part of the way your body moves every day – it connects your legs to the trunk of your body, allows you to sit, bend and move and does a considerable part of the weightbearing work when you stand. Keeping your hips healthy is vital at all ages. The hip is a ball and socket joint that connects your femur and pelvis and allows movement through three major, perpendicular axes (Gold et al., 2022). A key component of the joint is the labrum, which perfor
Aug 10, 20224 min read


Treating hand and wrist pain with chiropractic care
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
Jul 20, 20223 min read


Why take your kids and teens to a chiropractor
People often ask why kids might need to see a chiropractor - they can’t possibly have back pain, right? Well, back pain is not the only issue chiropractic care can help with. In fact, our main goal in chiropractic practice is to reduce stress on the musculoskeletal system and allow the nervous system to function at its best. Kids have different needs than adults do, and parents often bring their kids to see a chiropractor to check their overall posture and alignment, which is
Jul 20, 20223 min read


Chiropractic care for knee injuries
When you think of chiropractic care, you probably think primarily of spinal adjustments. And while that is a big part of what a chiropractor does, chiropractors treat more than just back pain; they assess and diagnose a large range of musculoskeletal conditions, including injuries of the knees. The knee joint is the attachment point for many major muscle groups and is one of the most complex joints in the human body. It’s made up of four bones and many muscles and ligaments (
Jul 20, 20223 min read


Chiropractic care for foot and ankle injuries
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
Jul 12, 20223 min read


Is it safe to see a chiropractor through pregnancy?
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
Jun 16, 20222 min read


Chiropractic pregnancy care with our Chiropractor Jess Mangala
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
Jun 9, 20222 min read


Spinal Health Week: Treating your sore neck
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 (Hogg-Johnson et al. , 2008) . 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 perf
May 20, 20223 min read


Posture vs alignment: what’s the difference?
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
May 13, 20222 min read
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