Walking Your Way to Better Balance: What Treadmill Training Can Do for Adults with Mild Balance Impairment

What the Research Found (Key Clinical Results) In the study of 19 patients treated with LLLT: Average pain dropped from 75.0 → 39.7 on a 100-point scale Statistically significant improvement (p < 0.0001) 84% of patients reported good to excellent outcomes 11 Excellent 5 Good 1 Fair 2 Poor No side effects reported 👉 Importantly, this was achieved without medication or injections. How Low Level Laser Therapy Works Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT

What Is Low Level Laser Therapy? Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT), also called photobiomodulation, uses specific wavelengths of red and infrared light to stimulate healing processes in the body. Unlike surgical lasers that cut or burn tissue, LLLT works by: Stimulating cellular energy production (ATP) Reducing inflammation Modulating pain signals Supporting tissue repair and recovery It’s commonly used in chiropractic and allied health settings for: Neck p

Are Office Workers Sitting Themselves Into Pain? A New Study Says… Yes! And here’s what you can do about it If you spend your days at a desk, attached to a screen, sitting in a chair that may or may not be older than your career… this one’s for you. A recent study looked at 99 office workers aged 28–50 and found something wildly relatable: more than 80% were experiencing musculoskeletal pain. Yep—8 out of 10 desk workers were sore somewhere. Let’s break down what the rese

Focused Shockwave Therapy for Shoulder Pain: What the Research Says

What Is Tendinopathy? Tendinopathy refers to chronic tendon pain and dysfunction caused by repeated mechanical overload. Common examples include: Tennis elbow Golfer’s elbow Rotator cuff tendinopathy Achilles tendinopathy Patellar tendinopathy (jumper’s knee) Gluteal tendinopathy Shoulder calcification injuries

👁️ Visual Health: More Screen Time = More Eye Problems One of the clearest findings from the research is the rise in myopia (short-sightedness) among young people. Several studies show: 📈 Up to a 30% increase in myopia linked to smartphone use 📈 An 80% increase linked to computer use 👧 Higher rates in girls 🏙️ Higher rates in urban areas 🧒 Myopia increasing with age and school demands

What Is Myofascial Pain Syndrome? Myofascial Pain Syndrome is characterised by the presence of: Trigger points (TrPs) Tight bands of muscle known as taut bands (TBs) Local muscle tenderness Referred pain patterns Reduced flexibility and movement Researchers estimate that Myofascial Pain Syndrome may account for between 20% and 93% of chronic musculoskeletal pain presentations, making it on

What Is Upper Crossed Syndrome? Upper Crossed Syndrome is a postural pattern involving: Forward head posture Rounded shoulders Increased upper back rounding (thoracic kyphosis) Tight chest and neck muscles Weak upper back and shoulder stabilising muscles Research suggests UCS affects between 11% and 60% of people, depending on age, occupation, and lifestyle factors, with particularly high rates among office workers and students. Common symptoms may include

What Is Neurogenic Thoracic Outlet Syndrome? Neurogenic Thoracic Outlet Syndrome occurs when nerves of the brachial plexus become compressed as they travel from the neck into the arm. The thoracic outlet is a narrow passageway located between the neck, collarbone and upper chest. When structures within this space become tight, inflamed or compressed, the nerves can become irritated, leading to symptoms throughout the shoulder, arm and hand. Common Symptoms Include: N

The study examined 255 active police officers from tactical units in Germany and found an incredibly high rate of musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. Key Statistics From the Research 92.9% experienced musculoskeletal pain within the previous 12 months 56.1% had pain within the previous 7 days Only 7.1% reported being completely symptom free 71% experienced pain in at least two body regions 38% reported pain in four or more body regions

Why the Rotator Cuff Matters (and Why It’s Hard to Train Safely) Your shoulder is built for mobility, not stability. The rotator cuff—four small muscles (supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, and subscapularis)—works overtime to keep the ball of your upper arm centred in the shallow socket of the shoulder blade. Weakness or imbalance here is a fast track to impingement, tendinitis, or frozen shoulder. Traditional advice says “lift heavy” (70%+ of your one-rep max) to g

Welcome to the world of chronic pain, and more specifically, conditions like: Neuropathic Pain (NP) Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) Central Sensitisation (CS) Fibromyalgia (FM) At Health Wise Chiropractic, we see many patients who feel frustrated because their scans look “normal” — but their pain is very real.

Is Your Shoulder Hiding Secret Muscle Knots? What Your Scapula Can Tell You Ever noticed one shoulder sitting just a little lower than the other? Or felt a tight spot in your upper back that just won’t quit? It turns out, these little quirks might be more than just “normal”—they could be a sign that your muscles are trying to tell you something.

Fibromyalgia is a complex condition that affects millions of people around the world. It’s best known for causing widespread pain, but that’s often just the beginning — fatigue, poor sleep, stiffness, “brain fog,” and mood changes are also very common. For many people, fibromyalgia can interfere with daily life, work, and emotional well-being.

Rotator cuff tears (RCT) are one of the most common shoulder injuries, especially as we age. They can affect your daily life, making activities like reaching overhead, washing your hair, or lifting objects more difficult. But did you know your body has a way of compensating for these injuries?

📊 The Numbers That Stand Out Compared to the general population, young adults with a history of RYC showed dramatically higher rates of pain and trauma-related symptoms: 🔥 Chronic Pain 51.6% reported pain lasting longer than 3 months Compare that to 11.6% in the general young adult population That’s almost 5 times higher. 🤕 Headaches 67.3% reported headaches in the past year 23.7% experienced migraines For context, headache prevalence in the general Eu

What is Fascia Knife Therapy? Fascia knife therapy involves using specialised tools to gently scrape and release tight or adhered fascial tissue (the connective tissue around muscles). This helps to: Reduce muscle tension and spasms Improve blood flow to affected areas Increase mobility and flexibility Promote tissue repair When paired with targeted neck and shoulder exercises, this approach can strengthen muscles, improve endurance, and reduce pain.

Why is the pain so common? Flight attendants are exposed to a unique combination of stressors: Prolonged standing on hard surfaces Repeated lifting, reaching, and twisting Working in confined spaces with awkward postures Pushing and pulling heavy service carts Exposure to turbulence and sudden forces Irregular sleep patterns and fatigue High psychological stress and emotional labour Over time, these factors don’t just irritate muscles — they affect jo

Recent research looked into 12 weeks of Chiropractic care and how it affected the body 12 weeks of Chiropractic care modulates biomarkers linked to neuroplasticity, inflammation, and stress. Increases in brain-derived neurotrophic factor and interleukin-6 suggest enhanced neuroplasticity and inflammatory responses, while decreases in tumour necrosis factor-alpha indicate a regulatory effect on systemic inflammation.