It has been shown through research with motion sensors and video cameras that students carry heavy school bags on average for two hours per day. In 1999 more than 3400 students in a USA were seen for backpack related issues. Unfortunately, many students and schools have abandoned lockers among security concerns and general delay between … [Read more...]
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Chiropractic may reduce deaths and injuries from falls among older people.
Chiropractic care for older people may reduce deaths and injuries from falls according to researchers taking part in a study by Auckland University and the Chiropractic Research Centre (CRC) at the New Zealand College of Chiropractic on the neurophysiological effects of chiropractic on the brain. According to chiropractor, PhD candidate and … [Read more...]
Baby Walkers and Children’s ‘Toe-Walking Syndrome’
Baby Walkers and Children’s’ 'Toe-Walking' Syndrome May Lead to Posture Problems Warn Chiropractors. Even children who are otherwise healthy but who walk on their toes because of spending too much time in baby walkers may be setting themselves up for posture problems in later life, the New Zealand Chiropractors’ Association warns following … [Read more...]
Baby Carriers and Spinal Stress
“Babywearing” can be very beneficial for both parent and child when used properly, however certain types of carriers and incorrect positioning can pose a risk to safety, health and optimal development. A baby’s delicate growing spine needs to be carefully supported in the correct position for age and stage of development. Abnormal … [Read more...]
The Basis of Chiropractic
What is Chiropractic? With more and more people looking for a natural approach to healthcare, chiropractic has become the fastest growing healthcare profession in the world. It’s now the third largest primary healthcare profession in the western world after medicine and dentistry, and is legally recognised in over 45 … [Read more...]