Edmonton and South Cairns Chiropractic

15/07/2026

Have you considered buying a massage chair but are concerned about the cost?

Check out Bunnings Marketplace. They provide full body, recliner massage chairs for half the price of other retailers and still provide warranty. You need to consider delivery coast, however. Around $800 to Cairns.

Passive movement can be an effective for therapy and relief of muscle and joint pains. Think of grandma and her rocking chair. These massage chairs are the modern equivalent.

Find Livemor 4d Massage Chair Recliner Sl Track Full Body Zero Gravity Massager Heat Ai Body Scan Melisa - only available online on the Bunnings website and app.

05/07/2026

**Ouch! Is that first step out of bed catching you by surprise lately? 👣💥**

If you feel a sharp, stabbing pain in your heel every morning, you aren't alone. That "stepping on a lego" feeling is a classic sign of **plantar fasciitis**—inflammation of the thick band of tissue connecting your heel bone to your toes
When you look at how the foot is put together, it makes perfect sense why it gets so easily strained.

Most people think chiropractors only deal with back and neck pain. But here's the secret: your foot has **26 small bones**, and if just one of them is slightly out of alignment, it changes your entire gait (how you walk). This uneven pressure can overload that plantar fascia band, causing micro-tears and stubborn pain.

# # # How Chiropractic Care Shifts the Pressure
Instead of just masking the pain with ice or painkillers, a chiropractor looks at the root mechanical cause:

* **Gentle Foot Adjustments:** Realigning the tiny bones in your ankle and arch (like the *calcaneus* and *talus* labeled in the diagram) to restore natural movement and immediately take the mechanical stress off the inflamed tissue.

* **Fixing the Kinetic Chain:** Sometimes foot pain is actually a hip, knee, or lower back issue in disguise. If your pelvis is unaligned, your body compensates by throwing more weight onto one foot. Fixing the spine balances your stride.

* **Soft Tissue Therapy:** Many chiropractors use targeted manual techniques to break up painful scar tissue and adhesion buildup along the bottom of the foot, accelerating your body's natural healing process.

You don't have to just "live with" nagging foot pain or wait weeks for it to clear up on its own.

👉 **Have you been struggling with morning heel pain?** Comment below or send us a message to see how a quick alignment check can help you get back on your feet comfortably!

25/06/2026

🥣 More Than Just Comfort Food: Why Chicken Soup is an Absolute Health Powerhouse

There’s a reason your grandmother always made a hot bowl of chicken soup the moment you caught a cold. It turns out, science completely backs her up! Beyond being the ultimate cozy comfort food, a classic bowl of chicken soup is packed with incredible health benefits.

Here is why you should add it to your regular meal rotation:

✨ 1. It Fights Inflammation: Studies have shown that chicken soup can actually help slow down the movement of neutrophils (white blood cells that trigger inflammation). This is why it works so beautifully to soothe a sore throat and clear up a stuffy nose!

💦 2. Ultimate Hydration & Electrolytes: When you aren't feeling your best, staying hydrated is crucial. The clear broth provides water and essential salts (electrolytes) like sodium and potassium to help your body recover and rehydrate quickly.

🥦 3. Packed with Nutrients: A traditional bowl loaded with chicken, carrots, celery, and onions delivers a massive hit of vitamins A, C, and K, plus antioxidants and lean protein to build up your immune system.

🍲 4. Good for Your Gut: If you make your soup with a bone broth base, it’s rich in gelatin and collagen. These nutrients help support and repair your digestive tract, keeping your gut microbiome happy and healthy.

Next time you're planning your weekly meals, don't wait until you're under the weather to whip up a batch. Your body will thank you!

👇 How do you like your chicken soup? Classic noodles, extra veggies, or a bit of ginger and garlic? Let us know in the comments!

01/06/2026

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National Spinal Health Month (1–30 June), the annual initiative of the Australian Chiropractors Association (ACA), educates Australians on the importance of ...

01/06/2026

01/06/2026

Trusted Chiropractic Care in Edmonton | Dr. Greg Lees (Chiropractor) Dr Will Clarke (Chiropractor)

Keeping up with the demands of daily life is tough when nagging back pain, neck tension, or headaches are slowing you down.

At Edmonton & South Cairns Chiropractic, Dr. Greg Lees (Registered Chiropractor with over 30 years of clinical experience) and Dr Will Clarke take a personalized, lifestyle-focused approach to help your body adapt, recover, and function at its best.

Always check with AHPRA if your chiro is correctly registered.

Whether you’re dealing with a recent injury or a stubborn, long-term issue, we work with you to design a custom care plan—without jumping straight to complex interventions.

✅ Labeled & gentle techniques available (no 'clicks or cracks' if you prefer)
✅ Located conveniently at Piccone's Shopping Village (Shop 10, free parking right outside)
✅ Proudly serving Edmonton, Gordonvale, and Mount Sheridan

Ready to move more comfortably? Tap below to view our open times and book your initial assessment online in under 60 seconds.

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Shop 10 115 Bruce Highway, Edmonton Piccone's Shopping Village Next to Lockys Shoe Repairs

25/05/2026

Wondering if chiropractic care always involves loud "cracks" and heavy twists? Think again!

At Edmonton and South Cairns Chiropractic, we also use evidence-based, low-force techniques designed for a gentle experience. The "popping" sound you often hear is just a harmless pressure change in the joint fluid—meaning we can easily align your spine and relieve muscle tension without making a single sound.

Dr. Greg Lees (Chiropractor) tailors every treatment to your comfort level using precise, gentle methods:

The Activator Method® – A lightning-fast, instrument-assisted tap that works before muscles tense up.

Drop-Table Adjustments – Specialized table sections that utilize gravity for smooth, smooth mobility—no heavy manual twisting required.

Trigger Point Therapy – Focused soft-tissue work to melt away localized muscle spasms.

Perfect for seniors, anxious first-timers, or anyone in acute pain looking for a gentler approach to health in South Cairns.
Click the link in to book your initial consultation via Cliniko, or send us a text to chat about whether low-force care is right for you!

22/04/2026

Here's a stretch tool that can help you release tension in the psoas and iliacus muscles.

The psoas muscles is located on the front of your spine and the back of the abdomen and can be difficult to stretch if you are not flexible. This tool may help.

Psoas tension and spasm can mimic nerve entrapment, kidney, bladder and ovarian discomfort and bowel pain.

Get some advice first if you are not sure. Pressure on the abdomen with this tool could aggravate other syndromes such as polycystic o***y syndrome, bowel disease and vascular structures.

15/04/2026

Greg will be with the Cairns Stingers Masters AFL Thunder in the Tropics Carnival this Saturday 18th April. Games start at 3pm if you want to come down and laugh at old blokes running around.

02/04/2026