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Babywearing should feel supportive, not stressful 🤱When done incorrectly, babywearing can lead to neck, mid-back, and lo...
15/06/2026

Babywearing should feel supportive, not stressful 🤱

When done incorrectly, babywearing can lead to neck, mid-back, and lower back strain. Proper positioning, weight distribution, and carrier fit are key to keeping both mom and baby comfortable.

Check out this infographic to learn more proper babywearing tips and how to protect your spine during those early months. https://chiroup.short.gy/TJ27Dv

It’s time to get a grip! 💪A recent study found that individuals with higher grip strength had lower odds of developing h...
12/06/2026

It’s time to get a grip! 💪

A recent study found that individuals with higher grip strength had lower odds of developing hand osteoarthritis over time.

In fact, the group with the strongest grip strength had 54% lower odds of developing symptomatic hand osteoarthritis compared to the weakest group.

The good news? Grip strength is something you can train through resistance exercises, carrying weights, climbing, or using a grip trainer. 🏋️

Strengthening your hands and forearms may help support long-term hand health and function.

Call now to book an appointment with our clinic to keep your joints moving strong!



Source: Wang Y, et al. Journal of Cachexia, Sarcopenia, and Muscle. April 2026.

🍀🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Good luck to all our athletes competing in the Comrades Marathon! 🎉💪A special shout-out to our physio, Gerry M...
12/06/2026

🍀🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Good luck to all our athletes competing in the Comrades Marathon! 🎉💪

A special shout-out to our physio, Gerry Muller, who is also taking on this incredible challenge! 🙌🔥

Wishing everyone a strong race, happy legs, and an amazing finish line moment! 🏅🎊👏 We’ll be cheering you on every step of the way! 📣💙

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Want to reduce your risk of developing low back pain? 😴Research has found that better sleep habits are associated with l...
11/06/2026

Want to reduce your risk of developing low back pain? 😴

Research has found that better sleep habits are associated with lower odds of developing low back pain.

While many factors can contribute to back pain, sleep is one of the most overlooked pieces of the puzzle.

Your body recovers while you sleep. That includes tissue repair, muscle recovery, and the regulation of inflammation and stress levels 💪

Better sleep can support both your spine and your overall health.

Check out this infographic to learn more! https://chiroup.short.gy/I0lOhk



Source: Kitayama A, et al. PLoS One. April 2026.

Now that the weather is nice, lots of people are back on the golf course. ⛳That also means we’ve been seeing more golfer...
10/06/2026

Now that the weather is nice, lots of people are back on the golf course. ⛳

That also means we’ve been seeing more golfer’s elbow.

Golfer’s elbow causes pain on the inside of the elbow and is often linked to repetitive gripping and swinging. While strengthening is important, treatment should not stop at the elbow.

A golf swing is a full-body movement. If the hips, spine, or shoulders are not moving well, extra stress can be transferred into the elbow.

That’s why evaluating the whole movement chain matters. 🏌️

If elbow pain has been affecting your game, call now to book an appointment with our clinic!



Source: See ZH, et al. Complementary Therapies in Medicine. March 2026.

Still struggling with chronic plantar fasciitis? 👣Plantar fasciitis is often more than just irritation at the bottom of ...
09/06/2026

Still struggling with chronic plantar fasciitis? 👣

Plantar fasciitis is often more than just irritation at the bottom of the foot. Tightness in the calf muscles and surrounding tissues can also contribute.

Stretching and strengthening can help, but a recent review found that combining soft-tissue therapy with exercise led to greater improvements in heel pain, foot function, and ankle mobility than exercise alone.

Check out this video to learn more about what we can do at our office! 💪 https://youtu.be/lkPJARZB0qs



Source: Jawade SS, et al. Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy. March 2026.

Feel like your tennis elbow just isn’t getting better? 🎾What if it’s not actually just tennis elbow?A recent study found...
08/06/2026

Feel like your tennis elbow just isn’t getting better? 🎾

What if it’s not actually just tennis elbow?

A recent study found that 44% of patients with persistent tennis elbow symptoms also had radial tunnel syndrome, a condition characterized by irritation of a nerve near the elbow.

This means you could be doing all the “right” exercises, but if a nerve is involved, symptoms may persist.

That’s why getting the right diagnosis matters. 💡

If your elbow pain keeps coming back or isn’t improving, call now to book an appointment with our clinic!



Source: Keles A, et al. American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. May 2025.

Pain traveling from your neck into your arm can feel scary. 😣For many people, the first thought is, “Do I need surgery?”...
05/06/2026

Pain traveling from your neck into your arm can feel scary. 😣

For many people, the first thought is, “Do I need surgery?”

But research found that surgical and non-surgical care showed similar long-term improvements after 12 months. 🙌

That means surgery is not always the only option for neck pain that radiates into the arm.

Check out this infographic to learn more about choosing the natural solution first. https://chiroup.short.gy/kdaRae



Source: Kale KM, et al. Spine. April 2026.

Does lifting with low back pain mean your muscles are “working wrong”? 🤔Not necessarily.A recent study found that trunk ...
04/06/2026

Does lifting with low back pain mean your muscles are “working wrong”? 🤔

Not necessarily.

A recent study found that trunk muscle activity during lifting was very similar in people with and without a history of low back pain.

What does this mean? Low back pain is often more complex than just “weak muscles” or “bad lifting mechanics.” Factors like mobility, endurance, recovery, and stress can all play a role.

That’s why treatment should focus on the whole person, not just one movement. 💪

If low back pain has been affecting your work or daily activities, come see us!



Source: Saraceni N, et al. Musculoskeletal Science and Practice. April 2026.

Can your bone health affect your joint health? Absolutely. 🦴Your joints are where two bones meet and work together to cr...
03/06/2026

Can your bone health affect your joint health? Absolutely. 🦴

Your joints are where two bones meet and work together to create movement. When bone health changes, joint function can change too.

Research has found that osteoporosis may place greater stress on the spine’s joints, affecting stability and movement over time.

Healthy bones help support healthy joints. 💪 Check out this infographic to learn more. https://chiroup.short.gy/pRw6V7



Source: Fan W, et al. International Journal for Numerical Methods in Biomedical Engineering. April 2026.

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