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Welcome to the next part of our series about biomechanics and the role chiropractors in Pretoria play in ensuring that your body’s biomechanics are always optimal. Last week we concluded that movement occurs at a joint which basically consist of two bones, articular cartilage, a joint capsule and surrounding soft tissue components such as muscles,Read more

As it is a new year, I decided to do a series about how chiropractors in Centurion can help you and help to prevent pain and injury and improve your flexibility by starting right at the beginning. Over the next few weeks, we will be looking at the biomechanics of the human body as wellRead more

Holiday Tips to Prevent Injuring your Lower Back – Chiropractor Centurion It’s that time of year again. Everything is slowing down and everybody is getting ready for their well-deserved holiday. You are looking forward to resting and spending some quality time with your family and friends. Come chat to Dr. Vicki Ferreira – Chiropractor CenturionRead more

Understanding Cervicogenic Headaches – Chiropractor in Centurion Cervicogenic headaches are more common than you might think. Cervicogenic simply means “originating from the upper cervical spine”, a.k.a. your upper neck. These headaches sometimes present as tension headaches, however with closer examination the diagnosis of cervicogenic headache is made. There are many theories about the exact causesRead more

Understanding Tension Headaches – Chiropractor in Centurion Tension headaches are the most common type of headache. It is estimated that 80% to 90% of the population suffers from tension headaches. The exact cause of these headaches are still under debate, however a few contributing factors have been identified. You can experience tension headaches either infrequentlyRead more

Five Types of Headaches Explained – Chiropractor in Centurion Headaches are common occurrences to all of us. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 50% of the population has experienced a symptomatic headache at least once a year. 50% to 75% of the adult population, people between the ages of 18 and 65, experience headachesRead more

Sciatica Lower Back Pain this is a term often used and that most people have experienced at one time or another. Sciatica is the term given to pain that starts in the lower back and buttock area and refers down the back of your leg. The pain could be due to compression of or injuryRead more

Clicking your own back and neck is bad for you – Chiropractor in Centurion Clicking your own back and neck is bad for you from an unqualified person are very common topics in a chiropractor’s office. Some people argue that they don’t need to come and see a chiropractor because they can adjust themselves orRead more

Choosing the Correct Pillow – Chiropractor in Centurion Choosing the correct pillow will not only helps you to get a good night’s sleep, but could also help with your neck pain and headaches. It’s seldom that we think about our pillows and whether we ought to change them after a few years. How a goodRead more

Chiropractors treat patients with mechanical disorders such as spinal and neck problems but also focus on joints and muscles. They discuss with the patient his or her lifestyle and history leading up to the foot and heel pain. They consult with other professionals on treatment if necessary. They do not prescribe medication neither do theyRead more