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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Pathologic Headaches -Chiropractor in Centurion Pathologic headaches can also be known as the Dr. Google headaches. These are usually the headaches that come up if you search the internet for causes of your headache and you immediately freak out. 99.5% of headaches are usually benign. It is estimate that 1 out of 300 headaches are<br /><a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/understanding-pathologic-headaches/" class="more">Read more</a></p>
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<p><strong>Pathologic headaches</strong> can also be known as the Dr. Google headaches. These are usually the <a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/understanding-tension-headaches/">headaches</a> that come up if you search the internet for causes of your <a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/understanding-migraines/">headache</a> and you immediately freak out. 99.5% of <a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/understanding-cluster-headaches/">headaches</a> are usually benign. It is estimate that 1 out of 300 headaches are pathologic. However rare these headaches are, these <a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/cervicogenic-headaches/">headaches</a> are extremely dangerous and require immediate medical attention.</p>
<p>There are certain red flags or warning signs that you can look out for to determine if your headache might be a pathological headache. These include the following:</p>
<h2>List of Pathologic Headaches</h2>
<ul>
<li>Sudden onset of a severe headache.</li>
<li>New headache in somebody over the age of 50.</li>
<li>Headache due to trauma.</li>
<li>Any neurological signs such as loss of consciousness, seizures etc.</li>
<li>Vomiting without nausea.</li>
<li>Persistent or progressive headache.</li>
<li>Known cancers.</li>
<li>Marked neck stiffness.</li>
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<p>If a <strong>pathologic headache</strong> is suspected, please go to the hospital IMMEDIATELY!!!</p>
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		<title>Understanding Migraines and Tension Headaches</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Understanding Migraines headaches are common headaches that affect quite a few people. There are two types of migraines: classic migraine and a common migraine. Classic migraines usually present with an aura which might affect your eyes or ears or a migraine and a common migraine usually doesn’t have an aura. We’ve all been there, suffered<br /><a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/understanding-migraines/" class="more">Read more</a></p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Understanding <a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/understanding-migraines/">Migraines headaches</a> are common headaches that affect quite a few people. There are <strong>two types of migraines</strong>: <em>classic migrain</em>e and a <em>common migraine</em>. Classic migraines usually present with an aura which might affect your eyes or ears or a migraine and a common migraine usually doesn’t have an aura. We’ve all been there, suffered from a headache sometimes so bad it becomes debilitating. So, why do we suffer from these headaches, and can they be treated? Your best chiro in Centurion can help you get some relief from headaches so that you can go about your day minus all the pain.</p>
<p>Now you might ask but <strong>what is an aura?</strong> It is basically focal neurological symptoms that develop gradually. The aura can be anything from seeing spots, having pins and needles or speech symptoms. This can occur approximately an hour before the onset of the migraine or sometimes even during the headache.</p>
<p>So what <strong>causes a migraine?</strong> It has been thought that a migraine can occur due to constriction of blood vessels in and around your brain or as a result of some sort of neurological deficit, which can only be seen on an EEG.</p>
<h2>What is a migraine headache?</h2>
<p>A migraine is usually intense and presents as a throbbing pain that can last to as much as 72 hours. People across the world suffer from migraines and they usually happen as a result of activity within structures of the head. These can include chemical reactions, and hyperactivity or stimulation.<br />
Migraines may cause nausea, vomiting, blurred vision and auras in some patients. It can also cause mood changes, food cravings and additional pain or stiffness of the neck.</p>
<h3>What is a tension headache?</h3>
<p>Tension headaches often occur during high-stress levels; however, other factors can trigger this type of headache too. Some of the causes also include “astigmatism” or severe eyestrain, alcohol, cold, flu, and poor posture. Tension headaches are described as a feeling of pressure exerted on the scalp. It can cause scalp tenderness or sensitivity.</p>
<h3>Surgery and headaches</h3>
<p>According to experts from the Headache Clinic headaches can be treated with specialized surgery and the success rate is high. However, surgery often has a recovery period and can set you back financially, let alone being able to afford it at all. So, to help you from your headaches, you can opt for chiropractic treatment instead.</p>
<p>A migraine usually presents as an intense, throbbing kind of pain on one side of your head and is usually felt around the eye and temple area. Associated symptoms can include nausea and/or vomiting, light- and sound sensitivity. For this reason when you have a migraine attack, you just want to lie in a dark and silent place. People who suffer from migraines usually find that it gets worse with physical activity such as walking or climbing stairs. A migraine can last anything between 4 to 72hours.</p>
<h2>Certain <strong>triggers</strong> have been known to initiate <a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/five-types-of-headaches/">migraines</a>. These include:</h2>
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<li>Alcohol</li>
<li>Caffeine</li>
<li>Certain foods, i.e. chocolate, dairy, onions, beans, nuts or fatty foods</li>
<li>Food additives like MSG or aspartame</li>
<li>Environmental changes like weather changes, light or visual triggers or even strong odors.</li>
<li>Lifestyle factors such as insufficient/excess sleep, fasting, stress or emotional letdown.</li>
<li>Hormonal influences like menopause, oral contraceptives or pregnancy.</li>
<li>Head or neck pain from other causes.</li>
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<p>The management of migraines may consist of a variety of treatment protocols. This can include <a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/about-paediatric-chiropractic/"><strong>chiropractic treatment</strong></a>, trigger and dietary advice or prescribed medications.</p>
<h4>Can a chiropractor in Centurion help me with my headaches?</h4>
<p>Yes! Chiropractic treatment is not only safe but also non-invasive. The misalignment of the spine can result in many forms of pain in the body, including headaches. Chiropractic adjustments can help alleviate pain especially in the cervical spine region, which also results in less pain from the headache. Before treatment begins, your chiropractic Centurion specialist will do some tests and diagnosis to establish what’s triggering the headache. In many cases, the chiro will help the patient to implement some lifestyle changes as many people suffer from poor posture as a result of their work environment, for example, sitting at a desk for a long period of time.</p>
<p><strong>Chiropractic treatment</strong> has been found to be quite effective when treating patients with migraines. The treatment mainly consist of chiropractic manipulation of the cervical spine, soft tissue work like dry needling, massage and stretching and strengthening of neck muscles.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Understanding Cervicogenic Headaches &#8211; 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 causes<br /><a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/cervicogenic-headaches/" class="more">Read more</a></p>
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<p><strong>Cervicogenic</strong> headaches are more common than you might think. <em>Cervicogenic</em> simply means “originating from the upper cervical spine”, a.k.a. your upper neck. These <a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/understanding-tension-headaches/">headaches</a> sometimes present as tension headaches, however with closer examination the diagnosis of <strong>cervicogenic</strong> headache is made.</p>
<p>There are many theories about the exact <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">causes of cervicogenic headaches</span></strong>. The main theories state that the head pain is mainly felt due to referred pain from the neck as a result of prior neck trauma, cervical joint dysfunction, sustained neck postures or repetitive neck/shoulder movements.</p>
<h2>Symptoms of Cervicogenic Headaches</h2>
<p>The <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>symptoms of cervicogenic headaches</strong> </span>can be described as follows. It is a dull and achy head pain that is usually felt around the upper neck and back of the head and may refer pain to the forehead, eye region, temples or ears. <em>Cervicogenic</em> headaches are aggravated by specific neck movements or sustained postures. Occasionally this dull and achy pain may also radiate or be felt in the neck, shoulder or arm on the same side as the headache. If you have had prior neck trauma, i.e. whiplash, you are more predisposed to this type of headache.</p>
<h2>Management of Cervicogenic Headaches</h2>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>The management of cervicogenic headaches is simple</strong></span>. As we said earlier, the cause of your <a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/five-types-of-headaches/">headache</a> is coming from the neck joints or surrounding soft tissue such as muscles and ligaments. Chiropractic manipulation of the upper cervical spine has been proven to help dramatically with this headache as it corrects the cervical joint dysfunction. Other treatment protocols that can be incorporated include massage or dry needling of the affected muscles as well as stretching and strengthening of the neck muscles.</p>
<p>If you or someone you know suffers from <em><strong>cervicogenic</strong></em> headaches, give us a call today today</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Understanding Tension Headaches &#8211; 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 infrequently<br /><a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/understanding-tension-headaches/" class="more">Read more</a></p>
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<p>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.</p>
<p>You can experience tension <a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/understanding-tension-headaches/">headaches</a> either infrequently episodic( less than 1 headache per month and less than 12 per year), frequently episodic (more than 1 headache per month but less than 15 per year) or chronically (more than 15 headaches per month).</p>
<p>The <strong>symptoms of tension <a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/five-types-of-headaches/">headaches</a></strong> are usually felt on both sides of your head. You experience a mild to moderate squeezing type pain around your head. This headache is not aggravated with physical activity like walking or climbing stairs, but you might become sensitive to either light or sounds. Nausea and vomiting is not present. Tension headaches can last anything from half an hour to 7 days.</p>
<h2>The <strong>causes of tension headaches</strong> can include a wide variety of factors such as:</h2>
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<li>Cervical joint dysfunction</li>
<li>Stress</li>
<li>Lack of sleep or rest</li>
<li>Musculoskeletal pain and fibromyalgia</li>
<li>Prior neck injuries</li>
<li>Poor posture resulting in postural imbalances (especially desk posture)</li>
<li>Psychological conditions such as anxiety and depression</li>
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<p>The <strong>management of tension headaches</strong> is relatively simple. If the cause is psychological, simple stress reduction techniques, like meditation or breathing exercises, can be incorporated on a daily basis. For diagnosed conditions such as anxiety or depression, prescribed medication will help. If the cause is mechanical, being mindful about your desk posture will also help tremendously to lower the stress on your <a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/5-tips-maintain-healthy-back-chiropractor-pretoria/">neck and lower back</a>. Exercise will also help you postural muscles to become stronger. However, this might only help temporarily.</p>
<p>If the cause is linked to cervical joint dysfunction, all the structures surrounding those joints will be affected. This includes the nerves, muscles and ligaments. Chiropractic treatment can help to correct the dysfunction and allow optimum functioning of the cervical joints.</p>
<p>If you or someone you know suffers from tension headaches, give us a call today on <strong>083 288 0679</strong></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Five Types of Headaches Explained &#8211; 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 headaches<br /><a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/five-types-of-headaches/" class="more">Read more</a></p>
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<p><strong>Headaches</strong> 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 headaches regularly. We will discuss the Five Types of Headaches in this article.</p>
<h2>When talking about headaches, it is important to know the differences between the five different types of headaches:</h2>
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<li><a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/understanding-tension-headaches/">Tension headache</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/cervicogenic-headaches/">Cervicogenic headache</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/understanding-migraines/">Migraine</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/understanding-cluster-headaches/">Cluster headache</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/understanding-pathologic-headaches/">Pathologic headache</a></li>
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<h2><strong>Five Types of Headaches Explained &#8211; Chiropractor in Centurion</strong></h2>
<p><b><u>Tension headaches</u></b> are the most common type of headache. This is the type of headache that comes at the end of a stressful day. It is estimated that 80% to 90% of the population suffers from tension headaches. This headache typically feels like a tight band around your head. Muscles play a big role with these headaches as myofascial trigger points (muscle spasms) and other myofascial pain syndromes may be the cause of the tension headache. Tension headaches can last anything from 30 minutes to 7 days.</p>
<p><b><u>Cervicogenic headaches</u></b> are a type of headache that originates in one or more of the structures of the cervical spine. These structures can include facet joints, nerves, muscles or ligaments. Pain is usually felt in the neck and at the base of the skull, but may radiate to the forehead, temples, orbital region or ears. The pain is usually brought on or aggravated by specific neck movements or sustained postures.</p>
<p><b><u>Migraines</u></b> are usually triggered by a specific factor such as certain smells, medications, foods, hormonal changes or blood glucose levels. This type of headache can be quite debilitating and lasts for several hours. Migraines can occur with or without the presence of an aura (visual or olfactory disturbance that precede the migraine). A throbbing pain is usually felt along with nausea, vomiting or light and sound sensitivity.</p>
<p><b><u>Cluster headaches</u></b> are usually uncommon headaches. You experience frequently recurring and brief episodes of an extremely severe headache. The pain is usually felt in or around one of your eyes with tearing and redness in that eye. You may also experience a blocked nose and well as a drooping eyelid on the side where the headache is present. These headaches can last between 4 to 8 weeks.</p>
<p><b><u>Pathologic headaches</u></b> are headaches occurring from a potentially life threatening cause. These are the headaches that come up first with Dr. Google, however 99.5% of headaches are benign. Pathological headaches can be caused by infections, brain tumors, an arterial cause, strokes, trauma or brain swelling. These headaches are extremely dangerous and if it is suspected by your medical professional, immediate medical attention is required.</p>
<p>Chiropractic can help with almost all of the different headache types and are trained to know when to refer you to another specialist.</p>
<p>Give us a call today to help get relieve from your headache</p>
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			<p>Sciatica <a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/chiropractors-in-centurion-can-help/">Lower Back Pain</a> this is a term often used and that most people have experienced at one time or another. <a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/services/"><em>Sciatica</em></a> is the term given to pain that starts in the <strong>lower back</strong> and buttock area and refers down the back of your leg. The pain could be due to compression of or injury to the sciatic nerve in the buttock area. It is usually felt as quite a sharp and shooting kind of <em>pain</em> that can be localized in the buttock area or spread down your leg to your knee or foot. Lower back pain is a common reason to see your chiropractor and is one of many pain issues dealt with in the practice. Whether you’re a pregnant mum to be, or noticed that you’re developing pain in your lower back, book an appointment with a professional chiro and let us work on the problem.</p>
<h2>What is lower back pain?</h2>
<p>Lower back pain is common in patients from all walks of life and can happen as a sudden onset or occur as a result of something else. Sometimes repetitive movements can cause strain. For example, overstretching, lifting heavy objects and bad posture.</p>
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<h3>Things that could compress, injure or irritate the <em><strong>sciatic nerve</strong></em> and cause <strong>sciatica</strong> could be:</h3>
<ol>
<li><strong>Tight piriformis muscles</strong>: The sciatic nerve runs through a muscle called the piriformis muscle. This muscle is v-shaped to allow passage of the sciatic nerve. If this muscle is contracted and in spasm it could cause the sciatic nerve to be compressed, causing the sciatic pain.</li>
<li><strong>Sitting on your wallet</strong>: Men are usually guilty of this. Sitting on your wallet not only causes your pelvis to be in an awkward position, but it also compresses the sciatic nerve directly. This could also result in a leg length discrepancy, where one leg becomes functionally shorter than the other.</li>
<li><strong>Spinal degeneration</strong>: Things like a disc protrusion/herniation or osteophyte formation could cause compression or irritation to the spinal nerves that make up the sciatic nerve. This will then not only cause the pain in you buttock and leg, but could also cause other neurological symptoms such as weakness, numbness or pins and needles.</li>
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<h4>Some causes of lower back pain include:</h4>
<ul>
<li>Pregnancy in women</li>
<li>An injury</li>
<li>Poor posture</li>
<li>No lumbar support when seated for long at a computer</li>
<li>Damage to intervertebral discs</li>
<li>Nerve compression</li>
<li>Deformity</li>
<li>Trauma</li>
<li>Herniated disc</li>
</ul>
<p>If you suffer from <a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/about-chiropractic/"><em><strong>sciatica</strong></em> </a>or sciatic pain, there are chiropractic treatment options available to give you the relief you want. These treatment options are surgery-free and involve spinal manipulation, myofascial release, dry needling and stretching. If your pain is due to anatomical causes, chiropractic will only be able to provide symptomatic relief, depending on the severity of your disc protrusion/herniation. With osteophyte formation, surgery could be an option to remove the pain causing osteophytes.</p>
<h5>Common symptoms of lower back pain include but are not limited to:</h5>
<ol>
<li>A dull aching pain</li>
<li>Pain that radiates down the buttocks and legs</li>
<li>Increased pain when sitting for too long</li>
<li>A relief of pain when changing position</li>
<li>Pain seems worse in the lower back after having slept and woken up</li>
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<h5>How does a chiropractor help with Lower Back Pain?</h5>
<p>A doctor of chiropractic has many years studying and learning more and more about how to help patients cope with lower back pain and improve their lives. Chiropractic treatment includes spinal manipulation, as well as manual manipulation. Mobilisation also allows specific stretches to help with range and increase flexibility. Chiropractic is safe during pregnancy and doesn’t require OTC drugs or chemicals to enhance its benefits. It is beneficial for babies and older patients. If you need more information or would like to book an appointment speak to a chiropractor in Centurion. Your chiro will work out a chiropractic treatment plan to suit your needs.</p>
<p>Lower back pain can be tricky, and sometimes unnoticeable. It can occur slowly or gradually with time. Some patients find that the pain worsens with time and sometimes seems reoccurring.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Choosing the Correct Pillow &#8211; 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 good<br /><a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/choosing-correct-pillow/" class="more">Read more</a></p>
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			<h2>Choosing the Correct Pillow &#8211; Chiropractor in Centurion</h2>
<p>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 good pillow is made is probably also one of the last things on your mind when you lay your head down to rest.  Chiropractors often see patients who complain about a sore neck after waking up the next day. The wrong pillow can cause many problems but the right one will help you have better posture as you sleep. <a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/driving-directions-to-dr-vicki-ferreira-chiropractor-in-centurion/">Driving Directions to Dr Vicki Ferreira Chiropractor in Centurion</a></p>
<p>To understand why the correct pillow is so vital, let’s look at the anatomy of your <strong>neck</strong>. You have seven neck vertebrae, separated by a spinal disc, that function together to allow a great range of motion for your head and neck. Between adjacent vertebrae we find facet joints. This is where the most movement occurs. We also have lots of muscles and ligaments that attach to the vertebrae and cause movement when they contract.</p>
<p>When you sleep on your side with an incorrect pillow, your <strong>neck</strong> will either go into side-bending towards or away from the pillow and could result in <strong>neck pain</strong> or <em>headache</em>.</p>
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<p>When you bend your neck to the side, the little facet joints on the side you are bending towards gets compressed and opened up on the opposite side. If this occurs over a period of time, like when sleeping for a few hours in that position, the facet joints on the side of compression might become stuck and not be able to move as it is supposed to or possibly compress a spinal nerve. On the opposite side, opening up the joints might cause the muscles on that side to become overstretched and painful.</p>
<h3><strong>So how do we know if there is a problem with our pillows?</strong></h3>
<p>With side sleeping, your pillow is supposed to fit comfortably in the space between your shoulder and your ear to support your head. When you lie on your side with a pillow that is too flat or too fluffy, your neck will be forced into a side bending position for hours while you sleep.</p>
<p>When sleeping on your <a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/services/"><em>back</em></a> it is important to have a pillow that supports your neck to prevent neck extension, or backward tilting of your head, during the night. This will also cause compression of the facet joints at the back of your neck as well as spasms in the back of the neck. To prevent <a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/about-chiropractic/">lower back pain</a> with back sleeping, it is recommended to place a pillow under your knees to help take some of the pressure off of your lower back by relaxing your lower back.</p>
<h3>What makes a good pillow and what does a chiropractitioner suggest is best?</h3>
<p><b>Pillows are a huge benefit because: </b></p>
<ul>
<li>They provide support to your head and neck</li>
<li>They allow for comfortable positioning</li>
<li>Some are hypoallergenic</li>
<li>Some pillows have cooling fabric which is perfect for warm nights</li>
<li>Most pillow sizes can fit an average-size bed</li>
</ul>
<p><b>What are the disadvantages of sleeping on a pillow?</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Cotton pillows can give to unwanted wrinkles</li>
<li>They may lead to dust mites</li>
<li>When sleeping wrong, certain pillows can induce neck pain</li>
</ul>
<h4>What types of pillows does a chiropractitioner recommend?</h4>
<p>The type of pillow you choose depends on your lifestyle and needs. Some pillows are suitable especially for patients who may have had surgery. Some pillows provide support to patients having to wear Continuous Positive Airways Pressure (CPAP) masks for sleep apnoea.</p>
<p><b>In most cases, pillows provide good support while you’re lying down.</b></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Roll-shape orthopaedic pillow</strong> – provides optimum posture support when lying down. It can also, be used for neck support during travel.</li>
<li><strong>Memory foam pillows</strong> – memory foam conforms to any shape and in the case of a pillow, it will give excellent support for your neck and head.</li>
<li><strong>Pillow with microbeads</strong> – microbeaded pillows are usually very firm and provide good support as a travel pillow.</li>
<li><strong>Neck pillows</strong> – these are specifically designed to support your neck and cervical spine.</li>
<li><strong>Feather pillows</strong> – provide a natural spring effect and is firmer than down pillows</li>
<li><strong>Down pillows</strong> – as its name suggests, down pillows are filled with the down feathers of birds.</li>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>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 they<br /><a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/foot-and-heel-pain-due-to-sports-injuries/" class="more">Read more</a></p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/my-chiropractor/"><strong>Chiropractors</strong></a> treat patients with mechanical disorders such as spinal and <strong>neck</strong> 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 they perform surgery but they will refer you to someone who can.</p>
<p>You can injure your feet in any number of ways. Standing for hours on end can cause problems, so can sudden and jerky movements. A misaligned joint can be the culprit and sports men can injure feet, heels, or ankles by twisting them at odd angles or by running with the wrong shoes.</p>
<p>When the feet and heels are overused, and the tendons become inflamed a condition called Tendinitis develops. You can sprain an ankle and tear ligaments with sudden uncontrolled sideways movements. You will experience pain with the bruised and swollen ankle. A flat foot also causes problems. Weak muscles in the foot and leg can cause the arch of the foot to fall or collapse. You will feel the pain in a leg or a foot or you will be tired.</p>
<p>The <a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/what-does-a-chiropractor-do/"><strong>chiro</strong></a> will examine the injury and look at your gait. X-rays and other forms of examinations may be required to pinpoint the injury and after a consultation with a <strong>chiro</strong> a series of treatments will commence.</p>
<p>The <em>chiro</em> will suggest ways to prevent a recurrence of the injury, one being to wear the correct shoes. Another will be to warm up properly before you exercise and allow time to cool down afterwards. Ask him for exercises that can strengthen the muscles that support the area of injury.</p>
<p>The <a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/find-a-chiropractor/"><em>chiro</em></a> will gently stretch the foot and apply pressure to joints in the lower back, hip, or leg. He may suggest RICE treatment, rest, ice, compression, and elevation and ask you to come back for a check-up in 6 month’s time. If you follow the advice of the chiropractor, you may heal completely and prevent another episode from happening.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Chiropractic treatment in Centurion is not only for patients who have experienced severe and painful accidents that have left them suffering chronic neck pain or back pain. Chiropractic treatment can also add to your lifestyle and prevent you from experiencing any neuromusculoskeletal disorders. You see, the anxieties that come with modern day living can escalate dramatically<br /><a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/chiropractic-treatment-in-centurion/" class="more">Read more</a></p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/">Chiropractic treatment in Centurion</a> is not only for patients who have experienced severe and painful accidents that have left them suffering chronic neck pain or back pain. <em>Chiropractic treatment</em> can also add to your lifestyle and prevent you from experiencing any neuromusculoskeletal disorders. You see, the anxieties that come with modern day living can escalate dramatically and without preventative care, one may experience chronic pain later on in life, with the help of <a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/chiropractic-treatment/"><strong>chiropractic treatment</strong></a> these aches, pains and disorders can be prevented before they even begin.</p>
<p>Anyone can benefit from a chiropractor and chiropractic treatment. Infants can benefit hugely from this holistic treatment as <a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/low-back-pain/"><strong>chiropractic techniques</strong></a> are used to treat babies who suffer from colic and reflux. The elderly can benefit from chiropractic treatment too, as this kind of treatment is successful in alleviated pain associated with arthritis that usually effects the elderly.</p>
<p><strong>Chiropractic treatment in Centurion</strong> is hugely popular because of its success rate among its patients. <strong>Chiropractic treatments</strong> are a safe, natural and cost effective alternative to modern medicine. With <em>chiropractic treatment</em> there is no medication (unless your chiropractor is working in conjunction with another medical practitioner) and chiropractic treatment eliminates the need for painful and dangerous operations.</p>
<p><strong>Chiropractic treatments</strong> such as manual spinal manipulation, massage, strengthening and stretching exercises and dry needling have the power to relieve the patient from all forms of neuromusculoskeletal pain such as:</p>
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<li>Headaches and Migraines</li>
<li>Back Ache: Lower back ache, middle back pain etc</li>
<li>Whiplash or sport related injuries</li>
<li>Disc injuries or slipped discs</li>
<li>Muscle strains</li>
<li>Tendon pain or tendinitis</li>
<li>Pregnancy discomfort (back ache, leg cramping, neck pain)</li>
<li>Baby colic</li>
<li>Arthritis and other arthritic conditions</li>
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<p><a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/sciatica-and-lower-back-pain/"><strong>Chiropractic techniques</strong></a> take years of study to perfect and we will help you in finding the perfect <em>chiropractor</em> for you and your ailments. All our chiropractors are members of the Chiropractic Association of South Africa and are registered with The Allied Health Professions Council of South Africa.</p>
<p>A <em>chiropractor</em> will give your body back its own healing abilities by technical and hand manipulation of your body, spine, muscles and tissues. Chiropractic treatment can help in providing you a life free from pain and give you a life full of activity, health and healing. If you are interested in taking an holistic approach to your health, free from medication and unnecessary surgery, than chiropractic treatment is the perfect health care solution for you and your loved ones. Remember that anyone can benefit from this treatment, from infants to the elderly and from sportsmen and sportswomen to pregnant women.</p>
<p>Chiropractics will help you alleviate back pain and neck pain<br />
<strong>Chiropractic treatment in Centurion</strong> is a holistic approach to health care and can aid in the treatment of back ache, neck pain and migraines.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Most people go through having back pains at some point in their life, it is almost inevitable. It is a natural effect of wear and tear and aging. Back pain can be caused by sitting for long periods, heavy lifting, bending, sleeping, illness and flu, age related disease, pregnancy and some people even experience back<br /><a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/chiropractor-centurion-in-centurion/" class="more">Read more</a></p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Most people go through having <a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/back-pain-treatment-and-relief/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">back pains</a> at some point in their life, it is almost inevitable. It is a natural effect of wear and tear and aging. Back pain can be caused by sitting for long periods, heavy lifting, bending, sleeping, illness and flu, age related disease, pregnancy and some people even experience back pain during stressful periods. Contact your <strong>Chiropractor in Centurion</strong> for all your back pain needs.</p>
<p>If you’ve had back pain, you’ve probably heard someone recommend going to a <strong>Chiropractor in Centurion</strong>. But what is a chiropractor?</p>
<p>A <strong>chiropractor</strong> is an approved <em>medical professional</em> that is concerned with the musculoskeletal system, with many of them specializing in treating the spine. Like any medical professional, a chiropractor needs at least 4 years of tertiary education where they learn about subjects such as human biology and psychology. It is important to know that your <a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>chiropractor</strong></a> is approved, as there are some that make outrageous claims such as being able to cure or prevent almost all diseases and illnesses.  A <em>chiropractor</em> is trained to look out for whether your back pain is caused by daily wear and tear, or if there is a more serious underlying medical cause. If that is the case, a <strong>chiropractor in Centurion</strong> will recommend certain tests to be carried out by a doctor.</p>
<p>Like any other medical professional, there is a set routine that most <em>chiropractor</em>s follow. This includes finding out your case history, such as diet and lifestyle, past operations, any medicine being taken and history of family illness. A <em>chiropractor</em> will also do a physical exam, focusing on the joints, muscles and spine in order to find the root cause of the pain. If it is deemed necessary, a <strong>chiropractor</strong> may request an x-ray be done.</p>
<p>A <em>chiropractor</em> will move your joints in ways that you may be unable to. Another important aspect of enlisting a <strong>chiropractor</strong> to help with your back pain is the ability to do exercises and treat yourself at home. A <em>chiropractor</em> will give you advice relevant to your lifestyle and teach you exercises you can do at home in order to the further treatment of your back pain.</p>
<p>There is another way to relieve yourself of severe back pain, neck pain or lower back pain without having to beg your significant other, with puppy dog eyes, to rub your back or neck – or both. In fact, this kind of treatment will only harm your back and increase your pain. Seek the right treatment, for lower back pain treatment, sciatica, neck pain, back pain and even a severe migraine, contact a <em><strong>chiropractor in Centurion</strong></em> today.</p>
<p>Seeking a doctor of chiropractics is without a doubt the best route to take when suffering from pain or as a preventetery measure to take to avoid aches and pains later on in life. Anyone, of any age can benefit from the treatment of a professional and qualified chiropractor. Infants can benefit from a chiropractor who specialises in treating colic in babies, as well as reflux while seniors may benefit from a <strong>chiropractor in Centurion</strong> to help in the treatment of an arthritic condition.</p>
<p>What makes this a popular method of treatment is because chiropractic treatment is a completely holistic way to treat your symptoms without the use of medicine and or intrusive and dangerous operations. Chiropractors are Doctors who have spent years studying the body, bodily manipulation, massage and exercises to treat your symptoms, from lower back pain treatment to treatment for sciatica. Below are a few of the conditions that a <strong>chiropractor in Centurion</strong> can treat with efficiency and effectiveness:</p>
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<li>Headaches and Migraines</li>
<li><a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/the-causes-of-neck-pain/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Neck pain</a></li>
<li>Neck Tension or Stress</li>
<li>Whiplash (mild to severe)</li>
<li>Lower Back Pain</li>
<li>Upper Back Pain</li>
<li>General Back Pain</li>
<li><a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/sciatica-and-lower-back-pain/">Sciatica</a></li>
<li>Muscle Strain</li>
<li>Sports Injuries</li>
<li>Arthritis and Arthritic Conditions</li>
<li>Pelvic Dysfunction</li>
<li>Pregnancy Discomfort</li>
<li>Colic</li>
<li>Joint Dysfunctions</li>
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<p>The <a href="https://www.chiropractorpta.co.za/services/">treatment </a>that a patient will undergo can include:</p>
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<li>Manual Therapy</li>
<li>Manipulation of Spine</li>
<li>Massage Therapy</li>
<li>Rehabilitative Exercises</li>
<li>Promotion of Health and Physical Wellbeing</li>
</ol>
<p>A <strong>chiropractor</strong> has the tools and years of study to help relive you of pain, stress, tension and anxiety. This is a natural and drug free form of treatment and is a hugely successful form of treatment for those who suffer any form of neuromusculoskeletal disorders. You can help in aiding your body’s own natural healing process with the expert help of a chiropractor. Seek the right kind of help. Speak to a registered and licensed chiropractor today.</p>
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