(3843,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Date: Tuesday 14th February 2017</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Press Release: NZ Chiropractors Association</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2526\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Chiropractic-in-New-Zealand-Blog-Version.jpg\" alt=\"Chiropractic in New Zealand - Blog Version\" width=\"422\" height=\"283\">\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">It’s a new year and whilst we all have resolutions at the forefront of our agendas, the New Zealand Chiropractors’ Association (NZCA) has highlighted six reasons why you should think about including chiropractic care as part of your healthcare regime in 2017.</span>\n&nbsp;</span>\n<h2> 1) Improved Sporting Outcomes</h2>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">The world’s fastest man Usain Bolt[1], multiple world champion shotputter Valerie Adams[2] and All Blacks great Mils Muliaina[3] are just some of the sporting legends who swear by chiropractic care. And the latest research backs them up, a series of studies, including one just published in Brain Sciences by  Dr Heidi Haavik PhD and her team at the Centre for Chiropractic Research at the New Zealand College of Chiropractic[4] show large changes in the maximum output of the muscle after a chiropractic adjustment session, which suggests that chiropractic care may help athletes’ brains to more efficiently produce greater physical outputs through better co-ordination of muscles.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<h2> 2) Improved Pelvic Floor Function for Women</h2>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">We now know that chiropractic care for women during their pregnancy gives them a greater ability to relax the pelvic floor. For pregnant women, this has the potential to give them a greater degree of control over the pelvic floor muscles, which in turn may make vaginal childbirth easier[5]. Research into this is still at an early stage so we can only speculate on what the impact could be in terms of reduced need for medical intervention, or increased well-being of mother and child. But it does show us that chiropractic may be of significant benefit to pregnant women.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<h2> 3) Improved Ageing, Less Falls.</h2>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">A growing body of research suggests that chiropractic care may slow the rate of functional decline as you age, preserve your autonomy, improve your well-being and reduce accidents. It could also save New Zealand millions of dollars in the longer term. Dr Kelly Holt, Dean of Research at the New Zealand College of Chiropractic and his team recently published the results of a research study in New Zealand which has shown chiropractic care in a group aged 65 to 89 can significantly impact several factors that influence the prevention of falls[6].</span>\n&nbsp;\n<h2> 4) Improved Sex Life</h2>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">According to a number of studies including one by a team at the Department of Psychological Medicine, University of Auckland, published in the international journal Health Psychology[7], poor posture could be putting our sex drive in jeopardy, causing shallow breathing and exacerbating feelings of stress, which affects our sleep and energy levels. Your family chiropractor will be able to advise you on ways to improve your posture and ensure you have a healthier spine, as a healthy spine and nervous system is a key part of overall health and wellbeing.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<h2> 5) Improved Posture – coping with those heels and bags</h2>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Your choice of handbag you carry, the weight of books in your children’s school bags and how often you totter about in stratospheric high heels may be affecting your natural posture and damaging health long term[8]. Dr Cassandra Fairest explains: `Over time, physical adaptation and stress can make your body lopsided and affect your spinal posture. Chiropractors are highly trained in assessing and assisting with the adverse effects that this may have.’</span>\n&nbsp;\n<h2> 6) Improved Living</h2>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Chiropractic care is not just about bad backs – it may have a direct effect on the health and integrity of the entire nervous system. A study on the effects of manipulation of the spine on brain function published last year[9] in the journal Neural Plasticity suggests that, at least in part, the mechanisms by which spinal manipulation improves performance are due to a change in processing of information at the prefrontal cortex, which is an area of the brain that is implicated in planning complex behaviours, personality expression, decision making, moderating social behaviour and other higher cognitive functions.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Dr Fairest adds: `In 2017 we want to encourage New Zealanders to visit their chiropractor to ensure that their spines and nervous systems are functioning well. A local NZCA chiropractor will be able to provide advice on ways to improve posture, enhance coordination and support a healthy spine. A healthy spine and well-functioning nervous system is important for overall health and wellbeing.’</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: center;\">-Ends-</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-align: justify;\">References</span>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[1]</span><em> http://metro.co.uk/2012/12/06/chiropractic-formed-part-backbone-london-2012-3816197/</em></span>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[2]</span><em> http://www.digitaljournal.com/sports/world-s-most-dominant-athlete-thanks-chiropractor-for-51st-st-win/article/388583</em></span>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[3]</span> <em>https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2016/mar/25/all-blacks-mils-muliaina-us-pro-rugby/em&gt;</em></span><em>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[4]</span> Haavik H, Niazi IK, Jochumsen M, Sherwin D, Flavel S, Türker KS. (2017) <em>Impact of spinal manipulation on cortical drive to upper and lower limb muscles. Brain Sciences. In Press</em></span>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[5]</span> <em>Pelvic floor functional changes with spinal manipulation in pregnant and non-pregnant women: A pilot study. JMPT 2016.</em></span>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[6]</span> Holt, Kelly R et al, <em>“Effectiveness of Chiropractic Care to Improve Sensorimotor Function Associated With Falls Risk in Older People: A Randomized Controlled Trial,” Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics.</em></span>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[7]</span> <em>http://psycnet.apa.org/psycinfo/2014-37739-001/</em></span>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[8]</span> <em>http://www.jmptonline.org/article/S0161-4754(13)00237-6/abstract</em></span>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[9]</span> <em>http://www.hindawi.com/journals/np/2016/3704964/abs/</em></span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-align: justify;\">For further information on the New Zealand Chiropractors’ Association visit <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://chiropractic.org.nz/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">www.chiropractic.org.nz</span></a></span></span>\n&nbsp;</em>','Six Things You Didn\'t Know About Chiropractic Care In New Zealand','','inherit','closed','closed','','2520-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','',2520,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3843',0,'revision','',0),(3844,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','<img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1645\" alt=\"lower cancer risk with these simple habits\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/blog-Life-changing-habits-to-lower-cancer-risk-edited.jpg\" width=\"405\" height=\"225\">\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Every February 4th, we celebrate World Cancer Day by raising awareness and education about cancer. Statistics show that 12.7 million people discover they have cancer and 7.6 million die from it each year. No wonder individuals across the world are encouraged to take action in preventing the disease.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">In this article, we want to raise awareness by helping you examine your current habits— do they increase...or help reduce your cancer risk?</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">To start off, let’s just say that there are really no guarantees when it comes to cancer prevention. However, it is commonly-accepted that your chances of developing cancer are directly affected by the lifestyle choices you make. Of course, a healthy lifestyle leads to a healthy body while poor health choices leads to the opposite.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">If you\'re one of those people who often make poor health choices, take comfort in the fact that it’s not yet too late to change. According to Dr Susan Higginbotham, director of research at the <em>American Institute for Cancer</em>, “making even small changes in the right direction could make a big difference and help lower the risk of cancer” [1].</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Current studies show that about one third of the most common cancers could be prevented through healthy diets, physical activity and maintaining a healthy weight. American Institute for Cancer encourages the following recommendations: </span>\n<ul>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">engage in physical activities;</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">consume different varieties of fruit and vegetables;</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">avoid sugary drinks; </span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">limit the consumption of salty and processed foods;</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">limit alcoholic drinks;</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">be as lean as possible without becoming underweight</span></li>\n</ul>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">In support of these recommendations, World Health Organization (WHO) also emphasized the benefits of exercise in preventing certain cancers. Lack of physical activity has been estimated to be the main cause for approximately 21–25% of breast and colon cancers. To significantly lower this risk, it is said that young adults should spend 150 minutes a week of moderate physical activity [2].</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Taking it further, some studies have suggested that stress (e.g. trauma, depression and distress etc.) has been linked to a rapid progression of the disease [3]. In relation to this, there has been a groundbreaking health discovery where researchers suggest that the nerves that compose the <em>Autonomic Nervous System (ANS)</em> have a central role in influencing the growth and spread of cancer. The ANS has been studied by some researchers and was found to have an imbalance in cancer patients, both after people get cancer and, more importantly, before they were diagnosed. This imbalance can be caused by stress and other emotional factors that can disrupt of our bodies’ circadian rhythms [4].</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">According to Joe Herbert, Ph.D., professor of neuroscience at the University of Cambridge, “Stress can disrupt the usual daily pattern of cortisol. This is particularly likely to happen if the stress is persistent, unpleasant, threatening and difficult to predict or control.” When persistent stress interferes with the daily pattern of cortisol, this alters the nerve signals from the brain to the rest of the body which results to disruption of bodily rhythms. This malfunction is exactly why having jet-lag or hangover is so unpleasant [5].</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">While studies linking stress and cancer are still evolving, apparent links between stress and cancer could arise even in an indirect manner. For example, people who are chronically stressed out may lean towards making poor health choices, such as smoking, overeating, or drinking alcohol, which increase a person’s risk for cancer. Another concerning problem is that symptoms of stress aren’t even noticed, due to the fact that it is becoming a normal state for many people. What’s worse, you only become aware of the situation when these stresses have already developed into chronic pain and discomfort.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">With these in mind, let’s go back to  the simple habits that you can do to bring balance to the nervous system. One is to distress through activities like yoga, meditation or any activity that can release the stress out of you. Moderate exercise, which is stated earlier, has been proven very useful. </span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Chiropractic care appears to improve the ability of the body to adapt to stress as well. Chiropractors apply gentle and targeted spinal adjustments to correct disturbances to your nerve function [6]. Corrections of these areas are essential to complete healing and bringing the body back into balance. Properly functioning nerve system, starting at the health of your spine, allows your body to do what it is meant to do, which is to perform optimally.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<h2>CONCLUSION</h2>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">So, what do these different studies have in common? They all show that having a healthy diet, adequate exercise and good nerve system function makes the body stronger and gives best chance to live a long and healthy life.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">These three things are essentials wrapped in one package-- one cannot work without the other. Even if you exercise lots but don’t eat the right kind or amount of food, that is defeating your purpose of exercising in the first place. On the other hand, being dependent on a strict diet but not having enough physical activity, is not going to make you healthy as well. Most of all, an out of balanced nervous system can’t be changed by just diet or exercise alone.</span>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">\nPrevention is better than cure, and you can get your protection from the lifestyle choices that you make. If you’re not yet there, it’s not too late to make a lifestyle change. Get a Chiropractic checkup to receive a thorough assessment of your nervous system as well as expert nutrition and fitness advice. </span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-align: justify;\">References</span>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[1]</span> American Institute for Cancer, <em>10 Recommendations for Lowering Your Cancer Risk.</em></span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[2]</span> World Health Organization, <em>Diet, Physical Activity &amp; Health.</em></span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[3]</span> Dr. Matthew Roe, <em>Cancer triggered by nervous system imbalances.</em></span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[4]</span> Brian D. Lawenda, M.D., <em>Stress and Cancer 101: Why Stress Reduction Is Essential.</em></span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[5]</span> Joe Herbert, Ph.D, <em>Stress Interferes With the Rhythm of Life.</em></span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[6]</span> World Chiropractic Alliance, <em>Chiropractic Influence on Oxidative Stress and DNA Repair.</em></span>\n&nbsp;','Life changing: These simple habits may significantly lower your cancer risk','','inherit','closed','closed','','2507-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','',2507,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3844',0,'revision','',0),(3845,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','<img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1633\" alt=\"text neck is real\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/text-neck-is-real-main-pic.jpg\" width=\"405\" height=\"225\">\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Do you lean over your cellphone as you text or read? If so, you\'re part of an epidemic being called \"text neck\".</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Your head normally weighs about 11 pounds. Tilting it forward by only 15 degrees can put 27 pounds of additional pressure on your spine. Depending on how far you lean over, poor posture can create up to 60 pounds of pressure on your spine. This degree of leaning is in fact commonly seen in offices and on streets around the world.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1633\" alt=\"text neck is real\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/text-neck-is-real-head-tilt-adds-pounds-blog-resized.jpg\" width=\"405\" height=\"225\">\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Now...imagine all the times you check your email and Facebook every day with your computer or smartphone and how many hours that adds up to.  It’s no wonder why most people experience pain and stiffness in their necks all the time! Text neck has become their habit!</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">This bad posture that we adopt as we stare at our phones causes excessive wear and tear that results in neck and back pain. If not corrected early, this may eventually lead to severe spinal degeneration. Correcting the spine (especially if the misalignment is already severe) is not impossible but can be difficult. Early detection and correction is a must to avoid worsening the problem.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<h2>Here are some tips that you can practice to fix text-neck.</h2>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 100px; color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">When using a mobile phone:</span> Try to look at your phone by casting your eyes down-- without moving your head or neck. Keep your head up and your shoulders pulled back.</p>\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1633\" alt=\"text neck is real\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/text-neck-is-real-proper-posture-phone.jpg\" width=\"405\" height=\"225\">\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 100px; color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">When using a laptop or computer:</span> Make sure your eyes is level with the top of the monitor. If it is too low there is extra stress on your neck from always looking down. It’s the same problem with using a laptop. The best way around it is to place your laptop on a stand so it’s up front of you and then use a wireless mouse and keyboard.</p>\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1633\" alt=\"text neck is real\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/text-neck-is-real-proper-posture-pc.jpg\" width=\"405\" height=\"225\">\n<p style=\"padding-left: 100px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">These tips help maintain the healthy lordotic curve of the cervical spine. There are also some simple neck exercises that you can do to relieve the neck stiffness and maintain the cervical spine mobility.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">If you think these methods are not enough to fix the problem and you or someone you know is still experiencing text-neck and its symptoms, please do not hesitate to talk to us. If you are interested in a holistic, patient-centered approach to spine, neck and posture correction, we are happy to help you with that.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">If you are a new client to our practice, <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-align: justify;\">you can get 70%</span> off our regular price for initial consultation. For details, please call our numbers at the top of the page or visit this <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/the-deal/\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">LINK</span></a></span>.</span>\n&nbsp;','Text Neck Is Real: You May Have It Too','','inherit','closed','closed','','2481-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','',2481,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3845',0,'revision','',0),(3846,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Date: 16th October 2016 – WORLD SPINE DAY</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Press Release: NZ Chiropractors Association</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2469\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/straighten-up-baby-boomers-NZCA-press-release.jpg\" alt=\"straighten up baby boomers NZCA press release\" width=\"405\" height=\"255\">\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">As part of World Spine Day (October 16th), the New Zealand Chiropractors’ Association (NZCA) is urging the nation’s baby boomers to take care of their spines as a key part of their regular healthcare regime and help reduce the future need for a massive increase in healthcare costs.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Chiropractor and NZCA spokesperson Dr Cassandra Fairest explains: `A growing body of research suggests that chiropractic care may slow the rate of functional decline as you age, preserve your autonomy, improve your well-being and reduce accidents <a href=\"#ref1\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[1]</span></a>. It could also save New Zealand millions of dollars in the longer term`.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Baby boomers are those born during the years after World War II when there was a temporary marked increase in the birth rate (between 1946 and 1964). As the baby boomers enter retirement the number of people aged 65 and over will reach unprecedented levels. Baby boomers represent almost 15 percent of the population and the numbers continue to rise - outgrowing all other age groups, according to Statistics New Zealand (SNZ) figures. It is projected that in 2068, approximately 27.5 per cent of the total population will be aged over 65.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Dr Kelly Holt, Dean of Research at the New Zealand College of Chiropractic adds: `As we age it becomes more difficult to carry out the basic tasks of everyday life such as eating, bathing, and dressing due to the decline in physical and cognitive function that often occur with ageing. Slowing the rate of functional decline in older adults preserves autonomy and well-being, and reduces the threat of expensive institutionalisation <a href=\"#ref1\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[1]</span></a>`.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">A study conducted in the United States has shown that older adults who receive chiropractic care (compared with those who don’t) maintain their ability to carry out their activities of daily living over several years <a href=\"#ref1\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[1,</span></a><a href=\"#ref2\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">2]</span></a>.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Dr Holt notes: `Every year approximately one third of older people experience one or more falls. Falls are the leading cause of injury related hospital admissions and death in this age group. We conducted a research study in New Zealand which has shown chiropractic care in a group aged 65 to 89 can significantly impact several factors that influence the prevention of falls <a href=\"#ref3\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[3]</span></a>`.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">`After twelve weeks the group who received chiropractic care had increased ability in identifying where their ankle joint was when they closed their eyes. This is likely to prevent falls, as your brain will be more accurately aware of where your foot is without you having to look at your foot while walking`.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Dr Holt and his fellow researchers in the New Zealand study also found that older adults who received 12 weeks of chiropractic care were able to take a step much faster than the control group that did not receive chiropractic care. This is an important finding, because being able to take a fast step to correct balance can assist in fall prevention. And finally, this study showed that the older adults who received the chiropractic care were able to simultaneously process visual and auditory information more accurately in their brain.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Dr Fairest adds: `This is known to be important and relevant when it comes to preventing falls. Science has shown that as we age we appear to lose our ability to process multiple lots of sensory information accurately and that this leads to distractions that may cause falls`.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">`We want to encourage New Zealanders to visit their chiropractor to ensure that their spines and nervous systems are functioning well. A local NZCA chiropractor will be able to provide advice on ways to improve posture and support a healthy spine. A healthy spine and well-functioning nervous system is the key for overall health and wellbeing`.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Each year World Spine Day is observed on October 16th to encourage spinal health by disseminating information on good spinal health habits. The NZCA runs the Straighten Up New Zealand online resource <a href=\"http://www.straightenup.org.nz\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">www.straightenup.org.nz</span></a>, which provides information for adults, children and healthcare professionals on ways to keep active and maintain spinal health by using the Just Start Walking and Straighten Up programmes.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Alongside professional care, the three-minute set of simple exercises recommended by Straighten Up New Zealand (SUNZ) every day will also help to improve posture, stabilise core muscle groups, enhance health and prevent spinal disability.</span>\n&nbsp;\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8JgRVL9YvB0\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: center;\">-Ends-</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-align: justify;\">References:</span>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><a name=\"ref1\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[1]</span></a> Weigel, Hockenberry, Bentler, Wolinsky. The comparative effect of episodes of chiropractic and medical treatment on the\nhealth of older adults. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. Mar-Apr 2014;37(3):143-154.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><a name=\"ref2\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[2]</span></a> Weigel, Hockenberry, Wolinsky. Chiropractic use in the Medicare population: prevalence, patterns, and associations with 1-year changes in health and satisfaction with care. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. Oct 2014;37(8):542-551.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><a name=\"ref3\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[3]</span></a> Holt, Kelly R et al, “Effectiveness of Chiropractic Care to Improve Sensorimotor Function Associated With Falls Risk in Older People: A Randomized Controlled Trial,â€ Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-align: justify;\">For further information on the New Zealand Chiropractors’ Association visit <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://chiropractic.org.nz/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">www.chiropractic.org.nz</span></a></span></span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Further Information:</span></span>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Dr Wayne Smith, Chiropractor 09 489 7031 or wayne@northshorechiro.kiwi</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Dr Gian Mansell, Chiropractor 09 442 4310 or gian@northshorechiro.kiwi</span></p>\n&nbsp;','Baby Boomers Urged To Straighten Up And Stay Active For A Longer, Healthier Life','','inherit','closed','closed','','2456-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','',2456,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3846',0,'revision','',0),(3847,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','<img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1635\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/blog-Overview-Workplace-Ergonomics-sml.jpg\" alt=\"overview: workplace ergonomics\" width=\"405\" height=\"225\">\n<h2>What is Ergonomics?</h2>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">The word “Ergonomicsâ€ was actually derived from two Greek words – <em>ergon</em>, meaning work, and <em>nomoi</em>, meaning natural laws. </span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">To put it simply, it is the study of the kind of work you do, the work environment you have, and the equipment you use to do your job. Its objective is to design your office workspace in a way that fits you and the job you are doing. Proper ergonomic design enhances your effectiveness and efficiency with work and other activities. It is very important to both health and safety as well, as it helps prevent postural tension and other physical injuries which can develop over time and can lead to long-term disability. </span>\n&nbsp;\n<h2>Poor Ergonomics and Health Risks</h2>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Though may sound easy, improving the Ergonomic design of your office or home is not that simple.  Oftentimes, it is done poorly which can put our bodies at risk. Have you experienced getting aches or pains when doing tasks or using tools in your home or office? Take back pain as an example. Back pain is worse at certain times of day or week, maybe after a long day of computer work or when you got a new chair. Though the pain might go away after switching positions, it still comes back after a couple of minutes or so. Scenarios like this may be the result of poor ergonomic design – meaning, your workspace might not be designed to fit you. </span>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 100px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[expand title=\"Risk factors for trauma disorders\"]</span></p>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Poor ergonomics can cause heavy damage that can affect the whole body, especially the arms, hands and back/ spine. Among the risk factors for trauma disorders of the arm and hand are:</span>\n<ul>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Staying in the same position, whether sitting or standing, for long hours/ periods of time </span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Repetitive activities that making the same motion. The longer you repeat the same movement, the greater the risk.</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Powerful, forced exertions, particularly with arms and hands. The combination of repetitive motion and force, such as pushing on a tool over and over, is a particular risk.</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Awkward body postures, such as twisting your wrists to perform tasks.</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Using hand tools that either don\'t fit the job or don\'t fit the hand.</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Excessive power tool vibration.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Among the risk factors of back injury are:</span>\n<ul>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Bending or Slouching the back.</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Lifting from below the knees or above the shoulders, or worse, above the head.</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Twisting at the waist, especially while lifting.</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Lifting or moving objects that are too heavy.</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Lying in an awkward position.</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Sitting or standing for long periods of time, especially if you have poor posture.\n</span></li>\n</ul>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Other risk factors involving other parts of the body:</span>\n<ul>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">External compression and stress to the body</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Prolonged exposure to vibration</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Workplace temperature</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Ineffective lighting conditions</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Psychosocial factors</span></li>\n</ul>\n[/expand]\n<p style=\"padding-left: 100px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[expand title=\"Reducing Risks and Improving Ergonomic Design\"]</span></p>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Jobs, tasks, or working environments combined with risk factors increase the risk for developing discomfort and other injuries. The level of risk depends on the time period, occurrence, and intensity, as well as the worker\'s genetic make-up and their physical condition. </span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Luckily, there can be ways to improve work safety in terms of ergonomics. You can either reduce the ergonomic risks or you can reduce the worker\'s exposure to the risks. Both can be done through redesigning, like adjusting workspace arrangement or replacing equipment to improve safety. These includes modifying heights and layouts of office chairs, desks, keyboard, computer screen, and other things that should be arranged correctly for efficient use. When a risk cannot be eliminated through the redesign process, other processes should be considered such as reducing or eliminating awkward postures, modifying the method of performing tasks or adjusting schedules and work routines. You may opt to have a professional evaluate your ergonomics which can be very effective at reducing risks and improving safety at home or workplace. It might not be that affordable but at least the payoff might be worth it.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">However, while it is good to invest in tools or equipment you need to improve your ergonomics, it is essential to put into account the most important thing in your workstation, which is yourself. Even without an ergonomist, you can actually help yourself create a workplace in which you can work productively and comfortably. Often, we brush off the symptoms that could help us identify physical problems at an early stage. Ignoring these is the worst possible thing to do. Since it is you who knows when you are experiencing pain and strain, you\'re also the one who\'s best able to determine what tasks, equipment, and positions cause those symptoms. By being alert with your senses, you can help yourself identify the causes of injury as well as the practical solutions for it.</span>[/expand]\n<p style=\"padding-left: 100px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[expand title=\"How do I know if my workstation is set up right?\"]</span></p>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Most probably you are working in good condition if:</span>\n<ul>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">You feel comfortable with your position and with what you’re doing.</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">You are less likely to have problems such as headaches or eyestrain.</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">You have reduced neck and back pain.</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">You have less or NO pain-related problems that are linked to doing repetitive tasks.</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">You have less or NO pain-related problems that are linked to staying in the same position</span></li>\n</ul>\n[/expand]\n&nbsp;\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_2442\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"405\"]<img class=\"size-full wp-image-2442\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/blog-Overview-Workplace-Ergonomics_proper.png\" alt=\"proper workplace ergonomics\" width=\"405\" height=\"255\"> You can feel it if your workspace is just right for you.[/caption]\n\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">As mentioned previously, you must always pay attention to how your body feels when you\'re working. Try to identify what causes pain, numbness or other symptoms. You will feel it if your workspace is correctly set for you.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<h5><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><strong>Related Articles:</strong></span></h5>\n<h5><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/posture-movements-and-ergonomics/\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">Posture, Movements and Ergonomics</span></a></span></h5>\n<h5><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/take-action-now-prevent-pain-in-the-workplace/\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">Preventing Pains and Strains in the Workplace</span></a></span></h5>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">At North Shore Chiropractic, we provide a variety of comprehensive health programs to promote good health practices within your workplace. We have programs that contribute to improved health and injury risk as well as improved workplace overall performance and job satisfaction.</span>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">For starters, we have an <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\"><strong>Essential Power Seminar</strong></span> that we can conduct at your place of work, business, sports or social club. In this seminar, will teach you how to be more ergonomically aware – this includes correcting beds, pillows &amp; desk setup.</span></p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">To book, you can </span><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/contact-us/\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\"> Contact us</span></a></span><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"> or visit our </span><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/seminars/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\"> Seminars Page</span></a></span><strong>.</strong></p>\n&nbsp;','Workplace Ergonomics: An Overview','','inherit','closed','closed','','2445-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','',2445,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3847',0,'revision','',0),(3848,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','<img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1633\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/blog-how-to-make-the-winter-season-work-for-you.jpg\" width=\"405\" height=\"225\">\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Ahhhh, Winter....It\'s this time of the year again. The days grow shorter,\nthe temperatures drop, and often times many of us end up doing what bears do—hibernating.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">With the cold wind whipping outside-- who wouldn\'t want to bundle up in a warm blanket with a mug of hot chocolate in front of a favourite television show, right?Â&nbsp;Even though this may feel nice, staying warm and cozy actually has drawbacks. Watching television is the lowest metabolic activity next to sleeping. And worse, becauseÂ&nbsp;you\'re spending more time inside the house, you have more access to sugary and salty snacks. Talk about double trouble... Yikes!</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">That\'s why the key of maintaining a healthy body this winter is finding your balance. The following tips will help shift your focus, keep you active and make the mostÂ&nbsp;of the remaining winter months, and lastly, help you emerge powerfully into spring!</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-align: justify;\">Time to fix your sleeping habits.</span>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">During winter months, much of the world around you is in a state of hibernation. There is a reason for this – now is the perfect time to recharge by going to bed early! Winter is actually a good time to fix bad sleep habits deal with some of the issues that are keeping us from total refreshment. Whether you have trouble falling asleep, staying asleep or getting back to sleep after a disruption, winter nights are just long enough to learn to properly shut down.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-align: justify;\">Cook (and eat) warm and filling soups.Â&nbsp;</span>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Make large batches of soups, stews or chili. It\'s a good way to get in a lot of vegetables and feel full, often with fewer calories. Plus, having soup in the fridge is a good way to avoid the temptation of take-out at the end of a long day.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-align: justify;\">Be productive around the house.</span>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Make a list of easyÂ&nbsp;home-improvement projects. Whether it\'s refurbishing a chair, cleaning a closet or organizing your room. Beyond giving you something to do inside, these kinds of activities will give your body some work.\n</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-align: justify;\">Engage in a hobby.</span>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Explore a new hobby, such as painting,Â&nbsp;sewing, photography, knitting, or beading. If you\'re not sure what to take up, think about what your interests were as a child. If needed, take a class to help you get started. Also, the fruits of your hobby can be used as holiday gifts, which means less stressful holiday shopping for you.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-align: justify;\">Build your summer body.</span>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Why wait until spring or early summer to get clear on your fitness goals and develop the type of muscle tone that you crave? If you don\'t like exercising in the cold, then explore your indoor options. Now is a great time to develop your physical fitness routine and work off some of that stress and restlessness that you may be experiencing. There is no better time than the present to begin achieving your dreams and desires.</span>\n&nbsp;','How to Make the Winter Season Work for You','','inherit','closed','closed','','2426-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','',2426,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3848',0,'revision','',0),(3849,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','<img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1633\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/chiropractic-and-the-immune-system-01.jpg\" alt=\"chiropractic and the immune system 01\" width=\"405\" height=\"225\">\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">When it comes to our health, there’s a common belief that we always get sick because of germs. This idea all started in the 1800’s with Louis Pasteur and his Germ Theory which states that the microbes (e.g. bacteria, virus, fungus, parasite), are the ones directly responsible for causing disease, wherein a specific germ is responsible for each disease. Pasteur also elaborates the idea that the human body is sterile, and free of any germs <a href=\"#ref1\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[1]</span></a>. With these two ideas in mind, we could conclude that we should never allow microbes to enter the body and we should always eliminate them to keep our system clean and healthy. Otherwise, if we don’t do these things we are doomed to get sick.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">The nervous system controls all functions of the body, including the immune system. During an immune response, the brain communicates to the immune system and this process is essential for maintaining homeostasis or balance in the body. If the Nervous System is not functioning properly, then the Immune System cannot function at 100%, thus the body becomes fertile ground for bacteria, viruses and illness.\n</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">One of the goals of chiropractic is to have your immune system function at an optimal level so that you don’t get sick very often. When you do get sick, your body lets you recover more quickly because of more efficient brain-body communication that is brought by chiropractic adjustments.These gentle adjustments help correct subluxation that interferes with the nerve signals from the brain to the immune system and the whole body. When subluxations are corrected, the brain will have a better communication with endocrine and immune tissues, modulating chemical reactions that will keep you healthy and away from sickness <a href=\"#ref1\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[1,2]</span></a>.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-align: justify;\">Several Studies linking Chiropractic and Immunity</span>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">The idea that chiropractic care can help the immune system work better is actually not a new one.  In fact, this concept has been supported by many studies. One example is a series of studies published in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics (JMPT) lead by Patricia Brennan, Ph.D., which showed that several types of immune system cells, including phagocytes, neutrophils, and PMNs (polymorphonuclear neutrophils), showed increased biological activity after chiropractic adjustment <a href=\"#ref3\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[3]</span></a>.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">The same result has been shown in an incredible study produced by Life Chiropractic University from the Sid Williams Research Center. The researchers took a group of HIV positive patients and adjusted them over a six-month period.  What they found was that the “patients that were adjusted had a forty-eight percent (46%) increase in the number CD4 cells (an important immune system component).â€ These measurements were taken at the patient\'s’ independent medical center, where they were under medical supervision for the condition.  The control group (the patients that were not adjusted) did not demonstrate this dramatic increase in immune function, but actually experienced a 7.69% decrease in CD4 cell counts over the same period. <a href=\"#ref4\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[4]</span></a>.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Furthermore, a New York study also found that people under chiropractic care demonstrated greater immune function that those who had not. Ronald Pero, Ph.D., chief of cancer prevention research at New York\'s Preventive Medicine Institute and his team measured 107 individuals who had received long-term Chiropractic care. The chiropractic patients were shown to have a 200% greater immune competence than people who had not received chiropractic care, and a 400% greater immune competence than people with cancer or serious diseases. Interestingly, Pero also found that the immune system superiority of those under chiropractic care did not diminish with age. He concluded, “Chiropractic may optimize whatever genetic abilities you have so that you can fully resist serious diseaseâ€ <a href=\"#ref5\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[5]</span></a>.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1633\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/chiropractic-and-the-immune-system-02.jpg\" alt=\"chiropractic and the immune system 02\" width=\"405\" height=\"225\">\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">By far, Chiropractic care is the only way to detect and eliminate subluxation that causes interference in the brain and body connection.  If you or someone you know always seems to be sick, subluxation could be at the root of the problem. The only way to find out, is to have your spine checked!  Call us for an appointment at North Shore Chiropractic so we can help you to determine whether subluxation is interfering with your immune system.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a title=\"Book an Appointment\" href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/contact-us/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1823\" alt=\"NSC Our Chiropractors - book button\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/north-shore-chiropractic-team-forwebsite-bookbutton.png\" width=\"340\" height=\"84\"></a></p>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-align: justify;\">References</span>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><a name=\"ref1\"></a><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[1]</span> Elenkov IJ, Wilder RL, Chrousos GP, Vizi ES. The sympathetic nerve-an integrative interface between the two supersystems: the brain and the immune system. Pharmacol Rev. 2000; 52:295-63.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><a name=\"ref2\"></a><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[2]</span> Murray DR et al. Sympathetic and immune interactions during dynamic exercise. Mediation via a beta 2 – adrenergic-dependent mechanism. Circulation. 1992; 86(1):203.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><a name=\"ref3\"></a><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[3]</span> Brennan PC1, Kokjohn K, Kaltinger CJ, Lohr GE, Glendening C, Hondras MA, McGregor M, Triano JJ. Enhanced phagocytic cell respiratory burst induced by spinal manipulation: potential role of substance P.\nJ Manipulative Physiol Ther. 1991 Sep;14(7):399-408.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><a name=\"ref4\"></a><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[4]</span> Selano JL, Hightower BC, Pfleger B, et al. The effects of specific upper cervical adjustments on the CD4 counts of HIV positive patients. Chiropractic Research Journal. 1994; 3(1): 32-39.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><a name=\"ref5\"></a><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[5]</span> Pero R. Medical Researcher Excited By CBSRF Project Results. The Chiropractic Journal. 1989; 32.</span>\n&nbsp;','Chiropractic Care and the Immune System','','inherit','closed','closed','','2405-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','',2405,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3849',0,'revision','',0),(3850,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Date: Sunday, 31st July 2016</span>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Press Release: NZ Chiropractors Association</span></span>\n\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1664\" alt=\"ask help from new zealand chiropractor\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/chiropractic-may-make-your-mind-sharper.jpg\" width=\"405\" height=\"225\">\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Groundbreaking research indicates that chiropractic care may make your brain function better, according to the New Zealand Chiropractors’ Association <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">(NZCA)</span>.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">A collaborative study on the effects of manipulation of the spine on brain function between Denmark’s Aalborg University, the New Zealand Centre for Chiropractic Research, the Health &amp; Rehabilitation Research Institute, AUT University and University of Ontario Institute of Technology, published earlier this year <a href=\"#ref1\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[1]</span></a> in the journal Neural Plasticity suggests that, at least in part, the mechanisms by which spinal manipulation improves performance are due to a change in processing of information at the prefrontal cortex.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Dr Cassandra Fairest, chiropractor and spokesperson for the NZCA explains: `The focus of chiropractic care is on the health and integrity of the nervous system. The health and function of the spine affects the entire nervous system. We already know that the spinal cord is an integral part of the central nervous system and processes information just like parts of the brain do <a href=\"#ref2\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[2]</span></a> and the latest New Zealand research into the effects of chiropractic care suggests that it may have an important role to play in improving executive function.’</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Executive function is the mechanism by which the brain integrates and coordinates the operations of multiple neural systems to solve problems and achieve goals based on the everchanging environment around us <a href=\"#ref3\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[3,</span></a><a href=\"#ref4\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">4]</span></a>.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">The researchers point out that executive function is considered to be a product of the coordinated operation of various neural systems and is essential for achieving any particular goal. The prefrontal cortex is believed to be the main brain structure responsible for enabling this coordination and control. It requires planning a sequence of subtasks to accomplish a goal, focusing attention on relevant information as well as inhibiting irrelevant distractors, being able to switch attention between tasks, monitoring memory, initiation of activity, and responding to stimuli <a href=\"#ref5\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[5]</span></a>.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Dr Fairest adds: `A change in prefrontal activity following chiropractic care may therefore explain and/or link some of the varied improvements in central nervous system function previously observed in other research, such as improved joint position sense error <a href=\"#ref6\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[6]</span></a>, reaction time <a href=\"#ref7\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[7]</span></a>, cortical processing <a href=\"#ref8\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[8]</span></a>, cortical sensorimotor integration <a href=\"#ref9\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[9]</span></a>, reflex excitability <a href=\"#ref10\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[10]</span></a>, motor control <a href=\"#ref11\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[11]</span></a>, and lower limb muscle strength <a href=\"#ref12\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[12]</span></a>.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">`All this research, much of it from the New Zealand College of Chiropractic Centre for Chiropractic Research <a href=\"#ref13\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[13]</span></a> and funded by the Australian Spinal Research Foundation strongly suggests that chiropractic care/adjustments can significantly improve brain body communication and coordination.’</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">According to Dr Fairest: `We know that chiropractic care assists brain function in many ways, one of which is proprioceptive function (perception) and this improves the accuracy of the internal brain map so your brain accurately knows what is occurring within your body and the surrounding environment continuously. Environment relates to the processes inside the body, as well as its immediate surroundings’.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-align: justify;\">References:</span>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><a name=\"ref1\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[1]</span></a> http://www.hindawi.com/journals/np/2016/3704964/abs/</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><a name=\"ref2\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[2]</span></a> Queens Gazette Article\nhttp://www.queensu.ca/gazette/content/spinalcordprocessesinformationjustareasbrain</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><a name=\"ref3\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[3]</span></a> S. Funahashi and J. M. Andreau, “Prefrontal cortex and neural mechanisms of executive function,â€ Journal of Physiology Paris, vol. 107, no. 6, pp.471–482, 2013.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><a name=\"ref4\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[4]</span></a> E. E. Smith and J. Jonides, “Storage and executive processes in the frontal lobes,â€ Science, vol. 283, no. 5408, pp. 1657–1661, 1999.471–482, 2013.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><a name=\"ref5\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[5]</span></a> D. Pineda, A. Ardila, M. Rosselli, C. Cadavid, S. Mancheno, and S. Mejia, “Executive dysfunctions in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder,â€ International Journal of Neuroscience, vol. 96, no. 34, pp. 177–196, 1998</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><a name=\"ref6\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[6]</span></a> H. Haavik and B. Murphy, “Subclinical neck pain and the effects of cervical manipulation on elbow joint position sense,â€ Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, vol. 34, no. 2, pp. 88–97, 2011.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><a name=\"ref7\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[7]</span></a> D. D. Kelly, B. A. Murphy, and D. P. Backhouse, “Use of a mental rotation reactiontime paradigm to measure the effects of upper cervical adjustments on cortical processing: a pilot study,â€ Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, vol. 23, no. 4, pp. 246–251, 2000.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><a name=\"ref8\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[8]</span></a> H. Haavik-Taylor and B. Murphy, “Cervical spine manipulation alters sensorimotor integration: a somatosensory evoked potential study,â€ Clinical Neurophysiology, vol. 118, no. 2, pp. 391–402, 2007</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><a name=\"ref9\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[9]</span></a> H. H. Taylor and B. Murphy, “Altered central integration of dual somatosensory input after cervical spine manipulation,â€ Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, vol. 33, no. 3, pp. 178–188, 2010.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><a name=\"ref10\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[10]</span></a> E. Suter, G. McMorland, W. Herzog, and R. Bray, “Conservative lower back treatment reduces inhibition in knee-extensor muscles: a randomized controlled trial,â€ Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, vol. 23, no. 2, pp. 76–80, 2000</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><a name=\"ref11\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[11]</span></a> P. Marshall and B. Murphy, “The effect of sacroiliac joint manipulation on feedforward activation times of the deep abdominal musculature,â€ Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, vol. 29, no. 3, pp. 196–202, 2006.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><a name=\"ref12\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[12]</span></a> B. Hillermann, A. N. Gomes, C. Korporaal, and D. Jackson, “A pilot study comparing the effects of spinal manipulative therapy with those of extraspinal manipulative therapy on quadriceps muscle strength,â€ Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, vol. 29, no. 2, pp. 145–149, 2006.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\"><a name=\"ref13\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[13]</span></a> Niazi IK, Türker KS, Flavel S, Kinget M, Duehr J &amp; Haavik H. (2015) Changes in H reflex and V waves following spinal manipulation. Experimental Brain Research.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-align: justify;\">For further information on the New Zealand Chiropractors’ Association visit <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://chiropractic.org.nz/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">www.chiropractic.org.nz</span></a></span></span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Further Information:</span></span></span></span>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Dr Wayne Smith, Chiropractor 09 489 7031 or wayne@northshorechiro.kiwi</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Dr Gian Mansell, Chiropractor 09 442 4310 or gian@northshorechiro.kiwi</span></p>\n&nbsp;','International Researchers Say Chiropractic May Make Your Mind Sharper','','inherit','closed','closed','','2372-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','',2372,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3850',0,'revision','',0),(3851,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','<img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1633\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/unexpected-reasons-yous-till-wake-up-tired-01.jpg\" alt=\"Unexpected Reasons You Still Wake Up Tired\" width=\"405\" height=\"225\">\n\nCommon sense tells us that you need 7-8 hours of sleep to recharge your body for the next day. Out of habit, you did the same last night and got yourself 8 hours of sleep. But instead of feeling refreshed this morning, you wake up tired and feeling awful — the exact opposite of what you’re normally expecting!\n\nWell, the most obvious reason you might wake up feeling that way, is simply because you didn’t get a ‘good quality’ sleep. Getting good quality sleep is definitely not as simple as having 7 to 8 hours in bed. Even if you logged in for the right number of hours, there’s a chance that you can still get poor quality sleep. Here are some reasons you\'re feeling exhausted in the morning—and some simple tips to combat that.\n\n<strong>You have a bad sleeping posture.</strong>\nIf you sleep in a bad or abnormal position, chances are you are more likely to be grumpy the next day no matter how many hours of sleep you get. An abnormal and prolonged lying position for several hours during sleep can compromise your body\'s ability to function and recover and worse, it can also cause soreness in some parts of your body when you wake up.\n\nFor instance, if you sleep on your side all night without changing positions, it can create significant flexion at the hip and lower back, according to Benjamin Domb, MD, founder of the American Hip Institute. Other than that, it can also cause the dreaded \"dead arm\" and finger numbness from this position as sleeping on your arm for too long can cut off blood flow and nerve function.\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_1633\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"405\"]<img class=\"size-full wp-image-1633\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/unexpected-reasons-yous-till-wake-up-tired-02-good-position.jpg\" alt=\"Unexpected Reasons You Still Wake Up Tired\" width=\"405\" height=\"225\"> (fig.1) Correct Side Sleeping Postion.[/caption]\n\n<em>Quick Fix: If you’re most comfortable sleeping on your side, it\'s a good idea to sleep with a pillow between your knees (fig.1), or use a pillow under the knee of the “topâ€ leg to avoid hurting your hips and maintain proper hip alignment. If you sleep on your arm, try adding a pillow to your neck, but make sure that your head isn\'t propped up too high on pillows.</em>\n\n<strong>Maybe it’s time for a new pillow.</strong>\nThat big, extra soft, fluffy pillow may appear perfect, but sometimes it can give you the opposite effect of comfort, which is torment. The truth is, lying down with your head overly elevated makes your spine crooked and misaligned. According to Shawn Stevenson (BS, FDN, and organizer of the Advance Integrative Health Alliance), too much pillow elevation resembles strolling around for eight hours during the day with your neck tilted down. No wonder you get terrible neck pains in the morning!\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_1633\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"405\"]<img class=\"size-full wp-image-1633\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/unexpected-reasons-yous-till-wake-up-tired-02-good-and-bad-position.jpg\" alt=\"Unexpected Reasons You Still Wake Up Tired\" width=\"405\" height=\"225\"> (fig.2) Don\'t elevate your head too much.[/caption]\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_1633\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"405\"]<img class=\"size-full wp-image-1633\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/unexpected-reasons-yous-till-wake-up-tired-03-good-pillow-posture.jpg\" alt=\"Unexpected Reasons You Still Wake Up Tired\" width=\"405\" height=\"225\"> (fig.3) Complete Sleeprrr Memory Pillow.[/caption]\n\n<em>Quick Fix: To ensure that you’re maintaining the natural straight position of your spine, it is recommended that you use an adjustable pillow that best support your neck but doesn’t elevate your head too much (fig.2), like the Complete Sleeprrr Memory Pillow (fig.3).</em>\n\n<strong>Using gadgets minutes before you sleep.</strong>\nOk, this may be the simplest yet hardest habit to break. However, keep into mind that the artificial blue light emitting from your cellphone, tablet, laptop, television set, e-reader, portable game console, or any similar devices, tricks your brain into believing it needs to stay awake because it associates light with daytime. Robert Rosenberg, (DO, FCCP, Arizona sleep medicine specialist), says that this blue light, suppresses the sleep-promoting hormone melatonin which controls your sleep and wake cycles. This effect can disrupt your circadian rhythm, which in turn leads to poorer sleep at night and feeling rundown during the day.\n\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1633\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/unexpected-reasons-yous-till-wake-up-tired-04-gadgets-before-sleep.jpg\" alt=\"Unexpected Reasons You Still Wake Up Tired\" width=\"405\" height=\"225\">\n\n<em>Quick Fix: Make sure to not use any electronic devices 90 minutes before bed. This seems a bit hard, but this is worth trying if you want to get the best out of your 8-hr sleep.</em>\n\n<strong>You unconsciously grind or clench your teeth at night.</strong>\nIf you wake up in the morning with a sore jaw or/ with a dull headache, it\'s most likely a case of Sleep Bruxism, says Kathy Gruver, PhD, a massage therapist in Santa Monica, CA. Sleep Bruxism is a condition where a person grinds, gnashes, or clenches his teeth unconsciously at night. This condition is often the result of too much stress, making you unable to relax your facial and jaw muscles during sleep.\n\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1633\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/unexpected-reasons-yous-till-wake-up-tired-05-bruxism.jpg\" alt=\"Unexpected Reasons You Still Wake Up Tired\" width=\"405\" height=\"225\">\n\n<em>Quick Fix: Try to eliminate soda, coffee, and energy drinks and try not to eat too much chocolate during the day. Caffeine is a stimulant which will make it more difficult for you to relax your mind and the muscles of your jaw, especially at night.</em>\n\nAnother helpful tip is to relax before sleep. It is important to reduce stress before bed so that you\'re more relaxed during the night and therefore less likely to grind your teeth. You can try massaging the muscles in your neck, shoulders, and face before you go to sleep or you can try using a warm, damp cloth to the jaw area right before your bedtime to help break the cycle. If this becomes a recurring problem, consider seeing your dentist for a mouth guard, which keeps your teeth from grinding down.\n\n<strong>You had alcohol last night.</strong>\nAt first, alcohol seems like it has a soothing effect because it makes it easier for you to fall asleep. But in reality, alcohol is a depressant which will make it more difficult for you to sleep healthily. What it actually does is it disrupts your normal sleep cycle, making you experience a less restful, more shallow sleep— a type of sleep which is not restorative.\n\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1633\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/unexpected-reasons-yous-till-wake-up-tired-06-alcohol-before-bedtime.jpg\" alt=\"Unexpected Reasons You Still Wake Up Tired\" width=\"405\" height=\"225\">\n\n<em>Quick Fix: Of course an occasional glass of alcohol won\'t hurt, but if you really want to get a full, restful sleep, limit yourself to one drink a night and have it a couple of hours (about 3-4 hours) before bedtime.</em>\n\n<strong>You may have Sleep Apnea.</strong>\nSleep apnea is a sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. If you find yourself gasping for breath or snoring loudly in the middle of the night, or feel chronically tired even after a full night\'s sleep, this condition might be the cause.\n\nAccording to Alaska Sleep Education Center, Sleep Apnea is caused by blockage of the upper respiratory airways, which makes you unable to get an adequate breath in. When your airway becomes cut off, the level of oxygen lowers in your blood, alarming the brain to wake itself to reopen your airway. This ‘awakening’ is usually so brief that you don\'t remember it, but it does make you produce a snorting, choking or gasping sound everytime this happens. This pattern can repeat itself five to 30 times or more each hour depending on the severity of the apnea. When you\'re waked multiple times through the night, your body and mind don\'t get the rest they need to function, leaving you tired and drained when you wake up.\n\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1633\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/unexpected-reasons-yous-till-wake-up-tired-07-sleep-apnea.jpg\" alt=\"Unexpected Reasons You Still Wake Up Tired\" width=\"405\" height=\"225\">\n\n<em>How to fix it: Before anything else, seek medical advice regarding your condition to get proper diagnosis. If you are diagnosed to have a mild case of sleep apnea, it can often be treated with weight loss and alcohol avoidance before bedtime. If you\'ve got a moderate to severe case, you\'ll need to use a device like a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) or a similar machine that uses positive airway pressure to help you breathe.</em>\n\n<strong>Chiropractic for a Good Night\'s Sleep</strong>\nSleep is very important for the overall well being of a person as it helps the body and the brain to function properly. Unlike prescribed drugs, caffeine or alcohol, Chiropractic care and wellness adjustments will help you relax naturally to get your body ready for sleep. It corrects spinal misalignments, sleeping positions and reduces nerve system interference. These spinal subluxations compress the nerves which impedes your body’s natural ability to heal, rest and recover. Our team of chiropractors will adjust these subluxations with safe and careful techniques to get your body to function normally. Aside from this, we will also recommend changes in your diet and their lifestyle, which will help to reduce your sleeping issues.\n\nFor any health related advice, please do not hesitate to contact us. We would be more than happy to help you address problems that may be causing you sleepless nights.','Unexpected Reasons You Still Wake Up Tired (Even  After Getting 8 Hours of Sleep)','','inherit','closed','closed','','2141-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','',2141,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3851',0,'revision','',0),(3852,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Date: Thursday, 10th December 2015</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Press Release: NZ Chiropractors Association</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">Warm Up Before Tackling Those Christmas Decorations And Summer DIY Projects Advise New Zealand Chiropractors</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1912\" alt=\"christmas\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/christmas-244x300.jpg\" width=\"244\" height=\"300\"></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">The New Zealand Chiropractors\' Association is recommending Kiwis limber up before undertaking any strenuous activity around the home to prevent injury or worse.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">According to Dr. Hayden Thomas, chiropractor and spokesperson for the New Zealand Chiropractors’ Association: ‘At this time of year we see an increase in people seeking care for conditions brought on by sudden bursts of new activity after winter deconditioning, which essentially means they are out of shape. Injuries are really common, especially among people who have tried to do too much or attempt new activities without enough preparation. We know from ACC that 12 people die every week and many more are injured in accidents at home. Last year ACC received claims for more than 3000 accidents on Christmas Day and 3,500 injuries on Boxing Day, which together cost nearly $5 million <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">(1)</span>. We’re hopeful that with a little preparation and some fine tuning of people’s neuromusculoskeletal systems by their family chiropractor, we can reduce those numbers this year.’</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Groundbreaking New Zealand research has shown that chiropractic care can help improve muscle strength and control, and assist with balance and coordination which may also help prevent strains, falls and other injuries <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">(2,3)</span>.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">US research shows that more than one quarter (26%) of homeowners who have completed a DIY project reported injuries to themselves or someone else in their household during a home maintenance project, according to a survey by the National Safety Council <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">(4)</span>.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">`We think that figure may be slighter higher in New Zealand,’ says Dr Thomas, `due to our can-do, number eight wire mentality and love of DIY. ‘Over winter many people stop exercising as much. This can result in joint stiffness, loss of muscle strength, muscle memory and control. We want to encourage people to be active, however care should be taken to prepare for any sort of strenuous or new activity, not just sports, to reduce injury risk and to warm up and cool down appropriately. We advise people to develop and maintain a regular varied physical exercise programme, in conjunction with advice from their chiropractor, that is individually tailored to their needs.’</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"> \'Your body needs regular movement to stimulate growth and repair, starting at a cellular level and on up\' says Dr Thomas. \'Inactivity affects all body systems but the good news is it\'s never too late to start moving. Straighten Up New Zealand (www.straightenup.org.nz) is an easy and enjoyable every day programme to improve spinal health and posture. Consisting of a set of simple exercises and taking just three minutes to complete, Straighten Up New Zealand will help improve posture, stabilise core muscle groups, enhance health and prevent spinal disability. Just be sure to work within your limits and build up activity slowly and sensibly to enjoy the holiday season and summer\'.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">Some Quick Facts</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">- One in two (50%) who were personally injured taking on a home improvement project got hurt doing basic garden maintenance\n- Nearly one in four (24%) were put on the injured list while painting the inside of theirÂ&nbsp;homes\n- And nearly one in five (17%) blame routine home maintenance projects for their injuries</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">References:</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: left;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">1 </span> <a title=\"Christmas injuries cost millions\" href=\"http://www.radionz.co.nz/news/national/262617/christmas-injuries-cost-millions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">http://www.radionz.co.nz/news/christmas-injuries-cost-millions</span></span></a>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">2 Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics March/April 2012, Holt et al <em>The Effects of Manual Therapy on Balance and Falls: A Systematic Review</em>\n3 Haavik H, Murphy B. <em>The role of spinal manipulation in addressing disordered sensorimotor integration andÂ&nbsp;altered motor control.</em> J Electromyogr Kinesiol (2012), doi:10.1016/j.jelekin.2012.02.012\n4 </span><a title=\"DIY projects result in injury\" href=\"http://www.abriza.com/one-quarter-of-diy-projects-result-in-an-injury/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">http://www.abriza.com/one-quarter-of-diy-projects-result-in-an-injury/</span></span></a></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">For further information on the New Zealand Chiropractors’ Association visit <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://chiropractic.org.nz/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">www.chiropractic.org.nz</span></a></span></span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">Or you may contact:</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Dr Wayne Smith, Chiropractor 09 489 7031 or wayne@northshorechiro.kiwi</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Dr Gian Mansell, Chiropractor 09 442 4310 or gian@northshorechiro.kiwi</span></p>\n&nbsp;','Prevent Injury this Holiday Season','','inherit','closed','closed','','1904-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','',1904,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3852',0,'revision','',0),(3853,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1856\" alt=\"Modern medication vs Natural Healing Chiropractic\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/facebook-ad-V1-300x157.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"157\"></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">The human body is a perfectly designed system. When it functions normally, it is able to self-balance, self-repair, and self-heal. On the other hand, when its functions are impeded, unwanted symptoms may occur. These are the signals that something is wrong.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Unfortunately, instead of listening to those symptoms, most people silence them by taking medication. While there is no denying that the usage of drugs can be lifesaving at times, medications can have lethal side effects. Most of the time they end up masking the symptoms of the real problems, and the person in question will not be able to correct the disease at its core.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_1858\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-1858\" alt=\"pills for breakfast\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/facebook-ad-V2-blog-300x157.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"157\"> The danger of taking medications just to relieve the symptoms instead of addressing the root cause allows underlying conditions to become chronically worse over time.[/caption]\n\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">To put it simply, it is like trying to put out little flames instead of putting out the source. Masking the symptoms is not correcting the cause. That is why you still end up sick after taking prescribed medicine for months or years. However, once you find the root causes and correct them, you will be surprised how the symptoms will start to go away.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Natural Healing with Chiropractic</h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Millions of people, living with a chronic condition, only finally begin to explore Chiropractic care when they find that medication and surgeries have failed them. Research has found chiropractic to be beneficial for a huge range of ailments. The long list includes chronic conditions like <em>Sinusitis <a href=\"http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22036532\"><span style=\"color: #3e6cb4; text-decoration: underline;\">(1)</span></a>, Inflammatory Bowel Disease <a href=\"http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11875593\"><span style=\"color: #3e6cb4; text-decoration: underline;\">(2)</span></a>, Hypertension <a href=\"http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22341795\"><span style=\"color: #3e6cb4; text-decoration: underline;\">(3)</span></a>, ADHD <a href=\"http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20451152\"><span style=\"color: #3e6cb4; text-decoration: underline;\">(4)</span></a></em>Â&nbsp; but among the most common are pain relief, spinal alignment, and other skeletal and muscular disorders, like Osteoarthritis:</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><em>A 2011 case report published in the Journal of Chiropractic Medicine describes a positive response to chiropractic care of a 70-year old patient with a history of repetitive falls, poor balance, myofascial dysfunction, and hip osteoarthritis. After 12 weeks of care, the patient had a significant decrease on disability and had demonstrated improvements in range of motion, balance and gait speed. The Patient Global Impression of Change scale indicated that the patient was “very much better.â€ <a href=\"http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3110407/\"><span style=\"color: #3e6cb4; text-decoration: underline;\">(5)</span></a></em>.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">So what makes Chiropractic special? Unlike medications which only mask the problem, chiropractic corrects the cause, allowing your body to do the self-healing that it is inherently made to do. </span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Like in the case of osteoarthritis, a chiropractor will not treat your pain by prescribing you medications. Instead, he will assess which of your spinal levels are causing the dysfunction, and he will give you a series of adjustments to correct the cause and restore the proper nerve flow between your brain and body. Restoring nerve flow allows the body to heal, repair and perform at its best. After a chiropractic adjustment, the injured bones heal themselves better, which can lead to greater pain alleviation.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">If you\'re ready to address your chronic problems naturally, then chiropractic care is for you. Pass this on to someone who may benefit. They can schedule an appointment in one of our clinics and see if we can help. We\'ll help them heal in a healthy, natural way!</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a title=\"Request An Appointment\" href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/contact-us/request-an-appointment/\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1866\" alt=\"Buttons for blog promo\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Buttons-for-blog-promo.png\" width=\"274\" height=\"61\"></a></p>\n&nbsp;','Modern Medication vs Natural Healing','','inherit','closed','closed','','1848-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','',1848,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3853',0,'revision','',0),(3854,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1747\" alt=\"Forward Head Posture Promo Ad Banner 1\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/sample-ad-draft-3.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\"></p>\n&nbsp;\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Do you often feel like your head is too heavy for your neck?</h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Well, it probably is. Our daily rituals of driving, using hand held devices, and working in poor posture positions can lead to a problem called <span style=\"color: #f77275;\">FHP or forward head posture</span>. Since we live in such a forward facing world, our bodies have been forced to adapt and created a forward head posture. Extended, repetitive use of computers, mobile phones, TV and game consoles combined with poor ergonomics mostly contribute to this condition.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Studies prove that for every inch your head sits in front of your shoulders, your neck bears an extra 10 pounds of stress. Imagine if you are carrying your head 2-3 inches forward – this increases the weight of your head up to 30-40lbs! This added weight can put a strain on your neck and upper back muscles that may result to disc compression, muscle fatigue, headaches and neck pains.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Safely Correct your FHP</h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">This is something that you can easily check on your whole family - just check to see if the ears line up with the shoulders. If you have low back and/or neck pain, and your posture is looking less like an “Iâ€ and more like a “Câ€, it’s time to see your chiropractor. Even without pain, these conditions need to be addressed to avoid further strain and damage to other parts of the body.Â&nbsp;</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Now is the time to make the biggest change in your life – Get your posture and spine checked before it\'s too late!</span></p>\n<a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/contact-us/\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1759\" alt=\"Forward head posture promo button\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Button1.png\" width=\"274\" height=\"61\"></a>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #f77275;\">or call your preferred office on the numbers below</span></h2>\n<img alt=\"forward head posture promo banner 2\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/forward-head-posture-promo-banner-2.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\">','The Danger of Forward Head Posture','','inherit','closed','closed','','1789-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','',1789,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3854',0,'revision','',0),(3855,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Hide your vegetables in this delicious, gluten-free courgette bread!</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">This version of courgette bread sticks to the traditional recipe, but feel free to fold in your favorites. Interestingly, you can’t taste the courgette that much in the final product; so picky eaters will enjoy it too. The mix of almond, arrowroot and coconut flours helps to create bread that is light and fluffy with a slight nutty flavor.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1699\" alt=\"Courgette Bread Recipe 02\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/IMG_2786-300x225.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\"></p>\n&nbsp;\n<h3>Ingredients for courgette bread</h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">\n• 1 cup <a href=\"http://lifeessentials.co.nz/collections/food/products/ground-almond-1kg\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">almond flour</span></a>\n• 1 cup arrowroot flour\n• 1/4 cup coconut flour\n• 2 tsp chia seeds\n• 2 tsp baking powder\n• 2 tsp <a href=\"http://lifeessentials.co.nz/collections/food/products/pumpkin-kernels\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">pumpkin seeds</span></a>\n• 1 courgette, grated\n• 6 eggs\n• splash of white vinegar\n• 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted\n&nbsp;</span></p>\n\n<h3>Baking Procedure</h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">1. Mix dry ingredients in a bowl separate from the wet ingredients.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">2. After mixing the wet ingredients together in a different bowl, add in the dry ingredients.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">3. Pour batter into loaf tin. After that, sprinkle a few pumpkin seeds on top.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1705\" alt=\"IMG_2785\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/IMG_2785-300x225.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\">\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">4. Bake for 1hr on 180°C or until the loaf is set. Remove from the oven and let cool completely before slicing or serving.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-1699\" alt=\"Courgette Bread Recipe 02\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/IMG_2786-1024x768.jpg\" width=\"590\" height=\"442\"></p>\n&nbsp;','Courgette Bread Recipe','','inherit','closed','closed','','1695-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:42','2025-05-06 02:59:42','',1695,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3855',0,'revision','',0),(3856,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','<img class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3601\" src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/chronic-inflammation-1024x538.png\" alt=\"North Shore Chiro blog - Chronic fatigue linked to Poor posture\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\">\nIt is a sad fact that most people do not think about their posture as they are so busy with their everyday tasks. The actual danger of overlooking its importance is that you are likely to form bad posture habits such as hunching forwards and slumping in your seat. Studies show that our body’s posture is directly related to your health. Having poor posture can mean that you are more prone to a lot of health complications, including chronic fatigue.\n<h3>Poor posture wastes your energy</h3>\nDr Roger Sperry, the 1980 Nobel Prize recipient for brain research, has demonstrated that 90 percent of all the energy output from the brain is used for posture alone, and the remaining 10 percent has to do with thinking, metabolism and healing. This means that almost all of your energy gets used in keeping the body upright under gravity.\n\nIf you have a habitually poor posture, gravity puts more strain on your muscles, bones and joints. This forces your muscles to work more to compensate, which results in greater energy consumption. Of course, a greater consumption of energy in order to do normal daily tasks will leave you feeling fatigued faster and it will also negatively affect your range of movement.\n\nWhat\'s worse, if we don\'t address the root cause early, it can lead to an unending cycle of chronic fatigue. An increased fatigue worsens our posture further, exacerbating the existing problem. Thus, we tend to get worse posture over time resulting in a severe decline in physiological performance and shorter life span.\n<h3>The Simple Solution: Fix your Posture</h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1691\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/chronic-fatigue-linked-to-poor-posture-fix-your-posture.jpg\" alt=\"chronic fatigue linked to poor posture - fix your posture\" width=\"650\" height=\"420\"></span></p>\nGetting more energy and reducing your fatigue could be as simple as improving your posture. Ideally, a person should consciously try to develop good habits, like standing and sitting straight. Doing so will make their body feel straight, even and balanced. Unfortunately, most people weren’t able to maintain good posture because their bodies are already accustomed to poor posture habits. This is where we can help.\n\nHere at North Shore Chiropractic, part of our health care is to make sure that our patient’s spine, nervous system, and whole body are functioning at an optimal level. Our professional doctors gently correct misalignments in the spine, helping people improve the postural systems in your body, so they can stand up straight again without effort or thinking.\nIf any of your friends and family suffer from tiredness or poor posture, please recommend a chiropractic consultation to see if we can help. Improving your loved ones’ posture can ultimately improve their energy levels, making it easier for them to live a full and happy life. Call us on the numbers below to arrange an appointment with us today!\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-1676\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/posture-matters-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Chronic Fatigue linked to Poor Posture - posture matters\" width=\"590\" height=\"295\"></span>','Chronic Fatigue linked to Poor Posture','','inherit','closed','closed','','1673-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','',1673,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3856',0,'revision','',0),(3857,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Date: Thursday, 6th August 2015</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Press Release: NZ Chiropractors Association</span></p>\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1664\" alt=\"ask help from new zealand chiropractor\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/poor-sleep-medication-300x208.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"208\">\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">New Zealanders could reduce their use of pain relief medication by purchasing a new bed and taking better care of their spinal health, the country’s chiropractors advised today.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">The New Zealand Chiropractors’ Association <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">(NZCA)</span> says mounting research from around the world, including New Zealand, shows that poor quality sleep and spinal issues can lead to chronic pain and other conditions.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Dr Hayden Thomas, chiropractor and spokesperson for the NZCA explains: `Not only can a bad bed worsen your spinal health, the poor quality sleep you get from lying on a bad bed makes you feel any existing pain much more intensely. What can happen is that people rely more and more on painkillers instead of addressing their spine. One of the things a chiropractor will do when a patient presents with chronic pain is look at what is happening with the spine and discuss sleeping habits and conditions.’</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">A report on Sleep and Chronic Pain just published by the American Academy of Pain Medicine shows that sleep deprivation increases pain perception, saying ‘These findings highlight the importance of addressing sleep disturbance in patients presenting with pain symptoms.’</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Dr Thomas points out: `With new research highlighting more risks associated with the increased use of opioids for pain, chiropractic associations around the world are urging patients and healthcare providers to consider first exhausting conservative forms of management such as <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">chiropractic care and improved sleeping conditions.’</span></span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">According to a recent report published in the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons the increased use of opioid painkillers has led to unanticipated consequences such as a developed tolerance amongst some patients to the drugs and poor treatment outcomes for conditions such as work-related neuromusculoskeletal disorders, joint replacements and spinal surgery.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Dr Thomas notes: `These drugs numb the pain and may convince a patient that a neuromusculoskeletal condition is less severe than it is, or that it has healed. So instead of seeking advice on the causes of their condition from their healthcare professional, they may over-exert the affected region and delay the healing process or even cause more extensive or permanent injury.’</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">‘We should start by looking at all the other options first. Can we improve the patients’ sleep? New British research shows that more than half of us (55%) wait until our bed loses all firmness before changing it, more than one in ten (11%) adults have never replaced their mattress at all, and 16 per cent wait until they experience aches and pains before doing so. <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">A visit to your local chiropractor for care and advice is the first step towards getting a good night’s sleep, conservatively managing pain and improving spinal function.’</span></span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Health care quality organisations now recognise the value of a conservative approach. Earlier this year, the US Joint Commission, which certifies more than 20,000 health care organisations and programmes in the United States including every major hospital, revised its pain management standard to include chiropractic care and acupuncture. Clinical experts in pain management who provide input to the Commission’s standards affirmed that treatment strategies might consider both pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic approaches.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">For further information on the New Zealand Chiropractors’ Association visit <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://chiropractic.org.nz/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">www.chiropractic.org.nz</span></a></span></span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">Further Information:</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Dr Wayne Smith, Chiropractor 09 489 7031 or wayne@northshorechiro.kiwi</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Dr Gian Mansell, Chiropractor 09 442 4310 or gian@northshorechiro.kiwi</span></p>\n&nbsp;','Pain Medication Usage Could Be Cut by Getting a Better Bed Say New Zealand Chiropractors','','inherit','closed','closed','','1655-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','',1655,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3857',0,'revision','',0),(3858,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1603\" alt=\"headaches and migraines\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/headache-300x199.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\">\nBelieve it or not, there are over 120 different types of headaches. Among all types, Tension and Migraine headaches are the most common.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">Tension Headaches:</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Tension Headaches are one of the most common forms of headaches. They can occur at any age, but are most common in adults. They may be triggered by or get worse with stress, fatigue, noise or glare.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Most people describe the pain as:\n• Dull and pressure-like (not throbbing)\n• A feeling of tightness or dull ache around the head or behind the eyes\n• Aching all over the head, not just in one spot\n• Worse in the scalp, temples, or back of the neck</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">The pain brought by it can occur as an isolated event, constantly or daily and may last from 30 minutes to 7 days. Depending on severity, tension headaches can affect concentration, mood and cause nausea.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1605\" alt=\"headaches and migraines - what is the difference\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/headache_large.jpg\" width=\"470\" height=\"401\">\n\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">Migraine Headaches:</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Migraine can be best described as an intense headache that has a throbbing pulsating nature. Unlike tension headaches, the pain from migraines usually happens on one side and not all over the head.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Some of its severe symptoms are:\n• Visual disturbances (blind spots, flashing lights, stars, or squiggly lines)\n• May include a feeling of spinning (vertigo)\n• Nausea and vomiting\n• Sensitivity to light, sound and smells</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">These symptoms will vary from person to person and individuals may have different symptoms during different attacks. Your attacks may also differ in length and frequency, though oftentimes these bring severe pain. This the reason why most patients who are experiencing migraine attacks are required to lie still for several hours.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<h3>What Causes these Types of Headaches?</h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">Nerve irritation</span> is the leading cause of headache pain for many sufferers. Nerve irritation usually happen when our spine becomes subluxated or when one or more of the bones of your spine move out of position. Any activity that causes the head, neck and spine to be held in a poor position for a long time can cause irritation in the nerves that will likely result to headaches.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Such activities include:\n• working at a computer\n• watching television\n• using cell phones and tablets</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<h3>Chiropractic for Tension Headaches and Migraines</h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">A 2001 report released by researchers at the Duke University Evidence-Based Practice Center in North Carolina, found that \"spinal adjustments resulted in <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">immediate improvement</span> for those headaches that originate in the neck, and had significantly <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">fewer side effects and longer-lasting relief</span> of migraines than commonly prescribed medications.\"</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Once we detect that you have subluxations, our chiropractors will then use highly skilled, gentle adjustments to safely correct your spine and restore it back to its original, healthy position. Expect professional, up-to-date dedicated care with plenty of education and helpful advice. You can check out below this amazing testimony from one of our patients.</span></p>\n<iframe src=\"http://player.vimeo.com/video/68602752?badge=0&amp;color=c9ff23\" height=\"281\" width=\"500\" frameborder=\"0\"></iframe>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">To discuss your Headaches or Migraines and arrange an appointment please <a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/contact-us/\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">contact one of our clinics</span></a> today!</span></p>\n&nbsp;','Tension Headaches and Migraines','','inherit','closed','closed','','1585-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','',1585,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3858',0,'revision','',0),(3859,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','<img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1570\" alt=\"Coconut Oil\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Coconut-Oil.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"598\">\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">One of the biggest misconceptions about health is that coconut oil is very, very bad for you. In the past coconut oil was demonized primarily because it has a high saturated fat content, which is believed to be causing clogging in the arteries. Despite its history, people all over the world are now experiencing nutritional and therapeutic benefits of this oil. In fact, new research is showing that coconut oil is actually one of the healthiest oils you can consume! </span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<h3>Here are top reasons on why you should go crazy for coconut oil:</h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">Coconut Oil Won’t Make You Fat.</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Yes, you definitely heard it right – coconut oil is the least likely oil that can add to those pounds! Coconut oil contains lauric acid, a <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\"><em>medium-chain triglyceride (MCT)</em></span>, which is easily absorbed by the body and converted to a fast-acting energy source. As they are easily burned, they do not turn into fat. This benefit has been experienced by people in the tropics who consume large amounts of coconut oil every day. Instead of getting fatter, it helps them stay lean and healthy.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">This makes it far better than most cooking oils that contain <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\"><em>long-chain triglycerides (LCT)</em></span> which are processed longer, resulting to huge amounts fat storage in the body. Studies show that people who use modern oils are likely to develop obesity and other health problems.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">Coconut Oil Fights Diabetes.</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">As previously said, coconut oil has the ability to instantly give energy to your body. Now you may think that it acts on your body like a carbohydrate, but the truth is they are differ in one important aspect. Unlike carbs, coconut oil does not produce an insulin spike in your bloodstream. In fact, coconut oil is now added to the diets of diabetics and pre-diabetics and has actually been shown to help stabilize weight.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">Coconut Oil Improves Heart Health.</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Coconut oil is actually healthier than most vegetable oils (corn, soy, safflower, sunflower, and canola) which contain polyunsaturated fatty acids. <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\"><em>Polyunsaturated fats</em></span> impose a great risk to your cardiovascular health as they increase platelet stickiness of the blood. To avoid this alarming risk, many nutrition experts recommend switching to coconut oil as it helps to promote normal platelet function. One <a href=\"http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19437058\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">2009 study</span></a> even found that women who consumed about 2 tablespoons of coconut oil daily for 3 months actually had lowered amounts of abdominal fat, a dangerous type of fat that is difficult to flush out and contributes to more heart problems.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">Coconut Oil Can Boost Brain Function.</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCTs), the primary type of fat found within coconut oil, have been found to boost cognitive performance in older adults. Currently, MCTs are being intensively studied as potential therapeutic agents for patients suffering from Alzheimer’s and other memory disorders.</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">MCTs bypass the bile entirely and go directly to your liver, which naturally converts the fats in the coconut oil into <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\"><em>ketones</em></span>. Your liver then instantly releases the ketones into your bloodstream where they are carried to your head as brain fuel. Research suggest that ketone bodies may actually help restore and and renew nerve function in your brain, as they provide an alternative energy source even for malfunctioning brain cells. In relation to this, one <a href=\"http://www.greenmedinfo.com/article/medium-chain-triglycerides-coconut-fat-increase-cognitive-performance-alzheimers-disease\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">study in 2004</span></a> showed some evidence that a single 40ml dose consumption of MCTs led to a speedy improvement in brain function in patients with Alzheimer’s.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<h3>Buying The Right Coconut Oil</h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">If you want to buy the best coconut oil, we have an excellent choice that is perfect for cooking special dishes or using on your body. </span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Our Chiropractic doctors use two kinds which are the Virgin Coconut oil and the Refined Coconut Oil.\nThe <a href=\"http://lifeessentials.co.nz/collections/food/products/coconut-oil-wild-virgin\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">Wild Virgin Organic Coconut Oil</span></a> is cold pressed and organically certified. It guarantees the seductive fragrance and true taste of coconut oil. Produced by a single Pacific Island family using traditional extraction methods, Blue Coconut’s Wild Virgin oil meets Australia and New Zealand food safety standards. Click the link above to order this product.\n</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">On the other hand, we also have a stock for refined coconut oil. For those who do not like the taste or smell of coconut, refined oil is better across all baking and cooking as it is tasteless and odourless. Like the virgin coconut oil, it is also very versatile! Call us to place an order of this product. </span></p>','Why You Should Go Crazy For Coconut Oil','','inherit','closed','closed','','1566-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','',1566,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3859',0,'revision','',0),(3860,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">The title of this article says it all – that this mineral is essential in helping our bodies function better.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Magnesium is actually the 4th most abundant mineral in the body, and it is involved with over 300 of its metabolic processes <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">(figure 1)</span>, making it a powerful “masterâ€ mineral. It also serves as an electrolyte, making it responsible for all electrical activity including brain conductivity in the body. Without electrolytes like magnesium, your heart cannot beat and your brain doesn’t receive any signals. Needless to say, we wouldn’t be alive if it wasn’t for magnesium!</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">(fig. 1)</span> Magnesium is a cofactor in over three hundred reactions in the body, some of these are:</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_1545\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"590\"]<img class=\"size-large wp-image-1545\" style=\"font-weight: bold;\" alt=\"Magnesium - Functions of Master Mineral\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Magnesium-Functions-1024x619.png\" width=\"590\" height=\"356\"> Body functions that is helped by magnesium.[/caption]\n\n&nbsp;\n<h3>The invisible deficiency that can harm your health</h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">According to a study published in The Journal of Intensive Care Medicine (JIC), magnesium deficiency makes you TWICE as likely to die as other people as not getting enough can make you vulnerable to a long list of symptoms and diseases <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">(fig. 2)</span>. As soon as we become deficient, we start to lose the energy that keeps us going, making us feel worse day after day.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Magnesium deficiency affects at least 80% of us, wherein that two out of every three people you meet suffer from magnesium deficiency (taken from Journal of the American College of Nutrition). What makes this an alarming case is that most don’t even know that they are deficient.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Check out this list of magnesium deficiency symptoms and evaluate how likely it is that you are not getting enough of this essential mineral <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">(fig. 2)</span>:</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<div dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: right;\">\n<table style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"195\">\n<col width=\"200\">\n<col width=\"197\"></colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Constipation</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">High blood pressure</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Asthma</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Dizziness</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Poor heart health</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Respiratory Issues</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Kidney Stones</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Diabetes</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Calcium deficiency</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Potassium deficiency</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Difficulty swallowing</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Confusion</p>\n</td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Anger</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Aggression</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">ADHD</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Anxiety Disorders</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Stress</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Impaired memory/thinking</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Depression</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Insomnia</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Sleep disturbances</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Behavioural disturbances</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Seizures</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Tinnitus</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">fig.2</p>\n</td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Stress</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Pain</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Muscle cramps</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Tension</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Chronic back pain</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Headaches</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Migraines</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Muscular pain</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Abdominal Pain</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Tendonitis</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Osteoporosis</p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Fatigue/ Weakness</p>\n</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n</div>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h3>\n<h3>A secret weapon against illness</h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Watch this video of Dr. Carolyn Dean regarding magnesium. She will talk about magnesium benefits, sources, and other important information you should know about this mineral.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<iframe src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/d55y4yOnn3c\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\"></iframe>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Doctors around the world usually use magnesium when they work in the emergency room. This mineral is actually considered by doctors as their critical medication; which is usually given to someone who has arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat), seizures or someone with severe constipation. But of course, you don’t have to be in the hospital to improve your magnesium intake. Certain foods can relieve you of any magnesium deficiency symptoms such as seeds (quinoa, pumpkin, sunflower and sesame), beans (soybeans, black beans), nuts (almonds, brazil nuts, cashews), okra, squash, spinach, avocado and chocolate.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">If you are not into these foods, you also can start taking regular magnesium supplements today and see the improvements you want.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<h3>Where can I get safe and effective Magnesium Supplements?</h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Here at North Shore Chiropractic, we use a <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">practitioner only type of magnesium</span> as it can\'t be sold online. But we can guarantee you that we have an exceptional brand in stock that you won\'t see on pharmacy shelves— something that is proven safe, effective and has great absorption into the body.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/northshorechiropractic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">Talk to us to find out more.</span></a></p>\n&nbsp;\n<h5><strong>Related Articles:</strong></h5>\n<h5><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/bodys-mvp-vitamin-d/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">The Body\'s MVP: Vitamin D</span></a></span></h5>\n<h5><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/synthetic-vs-whole-food-vitamins/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">Synthetic VS Whole food Vitamins</span></a></span></h5>','Magnesium: The Powerful Master Mineral','','inherit','closed','closed','','1541-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','',1541,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3860',0,'revision','',0),(3861,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','<img class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3569\" src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/North-Shore-Chiro-blog-vitamin-d3-body-mvp-vitamin-1024x538.png\" alt=\"North Shore Chiro blog - vitamin d3 body mvp vitamin\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\">\nVitamin D (also known as the sunshine vitamin) is considered one of the MVP vitamins for your body. Why? It’s because almost everything your body does depends on it – it aids in insulin production, regulates the body’s absorption of calcium and phosphorous and boosts healthy immune system function (just to name a few). If you are deficient in Vitamin D, high chance is that all the body processes mentioned will not function properly and will result to your body not working at its best.\n<h4>Why you need more of Vitamin D</h4>\nGetting more Vitamin D has several essential benefits to our body. Some of these are:\n\n1. Regulation of nerve system development and function:\n\nClinical studies in 2011 suggest that vitamin D acts as a neuroprotectant which is responsible for normal brain functioning; wherein regular intake of the vitamin promotes the growth and survival of neurons. On the other hand, vitamin D deficiency may lead to an increased risk of serious neurological disorders particularly Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Schizophrenia Epilepsy and Multiple Sclerosis. To help prevent these diseases, it is very crucial to take the right amount of D during pregnancy and the neonatal period.\n\n2. Improves resistance against certain diseases:\n\nIn addition to its primary benefits such as reducing your risk of nervous system diseases, findings in 2008 and 2010 says that it also decreases your chance of developing heart diseases and your likelihood of developing the flu. (2008 findings published in Circulation and 2010 research published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition).\n\n3. Normal Development and Growth of Bones and Teeth:\n\nOne of the important roles of D is regulating the absorption of calcium and phosphorous. It helps prevent bone abnormalities such as osteomalacia (soft bones) or osteoporosis (fragile bones). When you get a sufficient amount of the vitamin, your bones and teeth will definitely get stronger and healthier.\n<h4>Do not be D-ficient!</h4>\nThe following recommended amounts are commonly advised for most people who are just seeking for a boost to help them stay within the standard range:\n\n<strong>0–2,000 IUs per day in the summer -Â&nbsp;</strong> As the sunshine vitamin, vitamin D is naturally produced by the body through direct exposure to sunlight. Actually, about 10 to 15 minutes a day of mid-day sun exposureÂ&nbsp; in summer days is plenty enough especially if you’re fair-skinned. But if you\'re mostly indoors, you need to boost the vitamin D you currently get from the sun.\n\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3570\" src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/North-Shore-Chiro-blog-vitamin-d3-body-mvp-vitamin-winter-1024x538.png\" alt=\"North Shore Chiro blog - vitamin d3 winter\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\">\n\n<strong>4,000 IUs or more throughout the winter -</strong> Due to lifestyle and environmental factors during the winter months, it is kind of difficult to always get the right amount of Vitamin D that we need from the sun. These factors include spending more time indoors, and even if you\'re exposed to the sun during these months, chances are you\'re still covering your skin with more clothing, which prevents the production of vitamin D. If you don\'t get much sun exposure or you are aware that your levels are normally low, it is recommended toÂ&nbsp;get some of your vitamin D from sources aside from sunlight, such as:\n\n<strong>From eating certain foods:</strong>\n\nYou can get it naturally through certain foods including fatty fishes/ seafood like salmon, mackerel, tuna, sardines and shrimps. They are also present in egg yolks and also come fortified in some yogurt, cheese and orange juices brands.\n\n<strong>From nutritional supplements:</strong>\n\nThese are the easiest, cheapest, and safest way to make sure you have all the Vitamin D that you need. It is important to remember though that when you are buying supplements, make sure that the label reads \"Vitamin D3.\" D3 (also known as cholecalciferol) is the same type of vitamin that the skin makes when you expose all of your body to sunlight.\n<h4>Our Docs take Vitamin D too!</h4>\nHere at North Shore Chiropractic, we use high quality, Vitamin D3 nutritional supplements. They are proven safe and effective, as they provide raw nutrition that captures all the vibrant energy and goodness of nature. If ever you get to visit our office, don\'t forget to ask our docs which good brands they recommend.','The Body\'s MVP: Vitamin D','','inherit','closed','closed','','1510-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','',1510,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3861',0,'revision','',0),(3862,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1493\" alt=\"synthetic vs whole food vitamins - ascorbic\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/supplements-vs-whole-foods-what-does-the-difference-look-like-60325.jpg\" width=\"734\" height=\"355\"></span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Keeping the body healthy each day is not an easy task. One needs to keep their immune system strong and healthy by getting essential vitamins like vitamin C. There are different ways to get these vitamins – through <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">food</span>, through <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">whole foods supplement</span>, and through an entirely <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">synthetic vitamin</span>.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<h3>Essential nutrients from different sources</h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Most of us think that eating real, natural foods is the best way to get their essential vitamins. Well, yes… sticking to the basics is a must and going for natural food is definitely good. However, while a healthy diet is the key to getting the best vitamins and minerals, alternative options like taking supplements can also be beneficial. For instance, if you are doing your best to eat healthy but still are deficient in some areas, supplements can help ensure you are getting an adequate array of nutrients in your diet. </span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">But, how in the world do you tell whether or not a supplement you\'re buying is a good choice... when there are hundreds of products on the market? </span></p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">The answer to that is <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">always check the label and ensure it is as close as possible to its natural form</span>. In short, get something that is not synthetic. </span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<h3>Synthethic VS Whole food Vitamins: The Bad side of Synthetic Vitamins</h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\"> Synthetic Vitamins </span><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"> (also called synthetic nutrients) are not natural, meaning they are not derived from natural resources. Nowadays, taking these types of vitamins is more like taking a drug as their formulas are in ultra-high doses. They are also dubbed as isolated nutrients, because they don’t include the vitamin complex that it needs to make it work. To let you understand, let’s take Vitamin C and D for example.\n</span></p>\n\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_1496\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-1496\" alt=\"synthetic vs whole food vitamins - ascorbic\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/ascorbic-300x181.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"181\"> <strong>synthetic vs whole food vitamins. See the difference between natural vitamin C and Ascorbic Acid?</strong>[/caption]\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">\n</span></p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Nowadays, most vitamin C that you can buy from over the counter is a synthetic form called ascorbic acid. <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">Let us be clear that you are not getting a complete vitamin C complex when taking ascorbic acid</span>. Remember that there are cofactors your body needs to actually use that vitamin C. As ascorbic acid doesn’t include that, your body is going to seep those cofactors from somewhere else, resulting in a possible deficiency.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<h3>Opt for Whole food Supplements</h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Unlike synthetic vitamins, whole food supplements contains all the cofactors needed for your body to use the vitamins and minerals as they are made from concentrated whole foods. Like a natural, real orange, whole food vitamin C supplement contains the complete vitamin C is all working together to do its job in your body.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">The good news is…</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<h3>Whole food supplements are available in our Online Store!</h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Here at North Shore Chiropractic, we use and sell high quality whole food supplements in our office. They are proven safe and effective, as they provide raw nutrition from whole plants that captures all the vibrant energy and goodness of nature. Our chiropractic doctors use it too! </span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<h5><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://lifeessentials.co.nz/collections/nutritional-supplements\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">SHOP FOR WHOLE FOOD SUPPLEMENTS NOW!</span></a></span></h5>\n&nbsp;\n<h5><strong>Related Articles:</strong></h5>\n<h5><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/bodys-mvp-vitamin-d/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">The Body’s MVP: Vitamin D</span></a></span></h5>','Synthetic VS Whole food Vitamins','','inherit','closed','closed','','1487-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','',1487,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3862',0,'revision','',0),(3863,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Subluxations negatively affect the function of the nervous system. This is why they are considered to be a threat to the body. Not only do they weaken our natural self-healing ability but they also deteriorate our overall health and wellness. Because of this, correcting subluxations has become the principal goal of chiropractic over the years. To help them in their goal, chiropractors focus on the factors that cause them— these are the Three T\'s of subluxations.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">In the early 1900’s, Daniel David Palmer identified the causes of vertebral subluxation. These are trauma, toxins and thoughts (The Three T’s). Unknown to us, these 3 factors can negatively impact our body’s function by causing subluxations to occur. Let’s look at them one by one.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">The 1st T: TRAUMA (physical)</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Among the three factors, trauma is perhaps the easiest to understand. Believe it or not, your body experiences traumas every day. Regular actions such as improper sleeping position, incorrect lifting, or poor posture while walking and sitting can produce micro traumas that you won’t be able to notice because of the lack of pain.</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px;\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-1463 aligncenter\" alt=\"three t\'s of subluxation - 1st T - physical trauma\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Physical-trauma.jpg\" width=\"1011\" height=\"331\"></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Other cases of physical trauma can be caused when you apply force. These are the ones that will inflict pain. Example is when you experience an overexertion of muscles or body parts—like wearing high heels or continuously carrying a heavy bag on the same side of your body.There is also a more damaging kind of trauma which refers to physical instances such as motor vehicle accidents, work injuries, falls, and sudden body shock.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">The 2nd T: TOXINS (chemical)</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">These are the chemicals that you take in through food, drinks and environment. Depending on what you take, these substances can positively or negatively react with your body. Spinal dysfunction for example, are caused by bad substances that brings negative chemical imbalance in your nerves. When our body is chemically imbalanced, our muscles usually contract thus resulting to subluxations.</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px;\"><img class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1464\" alt=\"three t\'s of subluxation - 2nd T - Chemical trauma\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Chemical-trauma.jpg\" width=\"1011\" height=\"331\"></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">If you do not take care of your body, harmful toxins may get into your body easily. Having a poor diet or lifestyle is a major problem in our generation today. Drinking not enough water, eating processed/ GMO foods and vices such as drinking, smoking and drugs cause imbalance that can negatively affect your nervous system and your body as a whole. </span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">The 3rd T: THOUGHTS (emotional)</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Thoughts or emotional stress also affect the functioning of your spine. As stress can occur at any time, it can be considered as the number one cause of subluxations. Think about it: in our everyday life it is almost impossible not to encounter any stress. From traffic jams to important deadlines, and even family and marital problems—they can all lead to headaches and anxiety. When emotional stress is triggered in your brain, chemical imbalance can also happen in the body. It will tense up your muscles and joints, and if not attended to, can lead to subluxation degeneration.</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px;\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-1467 alignnone\" alt=\"three t\'s of subluxation - 3rd T - emotional trauma\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Emotional-trauma.jpg\" width=\"1011\" height=\"331\"></p>\n&nbsp;\n<h3>Correcting Subluxations</h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Ongoing chiropractic care is the best solution to combat subluxations. At North Shore Chiropractic, we specialize in correcting subluxation and other misalignments. We do our best to put your misaligned vertebrae back in their proper position in the spinal column. We also give thorough chiropractic examinations that can show the location and severity of any subluxations you may have.</span></p>\nÂ&nbsp;<img class=\"size-full wp-image-1468 aligncenter\" alt=\"schedule an appointment today\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/regular-chiro.png\" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Remember preventative and proactive measure is vital to your path to optimal health. What are you waiting for? See one of our professional chiropractors today!</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<h5><strong>Related Articles:</strong></h5>\n<h5><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/causes-of-subluxation/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">Causes of Subluxation</span></a></span></h5>\n<h5><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/subluxation-the-silent-enemy/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">Subluxation: The Silent Enemy</span></a></span></h5>\n<h5><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/cant-feel-subluxation/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">Why can’t I feel any subluxation</span></a></span></h5>','The Three T’s of Subluxation','','inherit','closed','closed','','1457-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','',1457,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3863',0,'revision','',0),(3864,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','<h5><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Like we said in our previous article “The Silent Enemyâ€, you cannot tell if your spine might already have several subluxations. You cannot feel subluxation because your nervous system can only sense a limited 10% of any pain you have. Thus, it is quite difficult to determine if your body is already malfunctioning using only your perception.</span></h5>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">What makes matters worse is that most subluxations are not painful, being called the ‘silent enemy’. This makes it hard for many to even realize the priority and urgency in correcting their subluxations before it wreaks havoc in the body. <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">We typically feel about 10-15% of the subluxations we ever get</span>, most of which have been caused by some sort of acute traumas like falls, strains or vehicular accidents.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_1296\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"600\"]<img class=\"size-full wp-image-1296\" alt=\"subluxation degeneration\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/subluxation-degeneration.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"451\"> <strong>Different phases of subluxation degeneration.</strong> You can see in phase one that once it starts, there is a big chance that you won\'t feel the subluxation.[/caption]\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Moreover, <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">experiencing back pain right now doesn’t automatically mean that the spine malfunctions are only starting.</span> When you finally feel pain that is warning you that something is wrong, it could be that the problem itself may have been there for a long time. Without you having the slightest awareness, a misaligned spine can slowly eat away your health and vitality. If you notice it too late, a certain amount of damage caused by longstanding subluxations may be irreparable.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><strong>Is our ability to ‘self-heal’ enough to fix subluxations?</strong></span></p>\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">You are your body’s best doctor. Even without the help of drugs, your body has always been trying to heal itself when it experiences pain. However, today\'s stressful lifestyles create a constant source of subluxations. Spinal misalignment occurs when your body receives physical, chemical or emotional stress that it cannot adapt to, which can happen in everyday life. When this happen, it interferes with how your nervous system transmits information to the rest of your body resulting to slow deterioration of bodily functions.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_1297\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"639\"]<img class=\"size-full wp-image-1297\" alt=\"healthy and unhealthy nerves - effect of subluxation on nerves\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/healthy-and-unhealthy-nerves-subluxation-effect.jpg\" width=\"639\" height=\"522\"> <strong>Healthy and unhealthy nerves. </strong>This is the effect of subluxation on nerves.[/caption]\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Yes, your body may have the ability to self-correct as we take rests but the truth is subluxations just don\'t resolve themselves on their own. <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">Subluxation even limits the ‘self-healing’ ability that we have.</span></span></strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Like a very bad habit, it worsens faster and faster as time goes by, until it becomes something that is difficult to get rid of. That is why, our main goal in North Shore Chiropractic is to change that bad habit your body has adapted to by correcting the spinal misalignments you may have. As you undergo our maintenance care, it will help your nervous system return to its normal function so that it can once again control your body as it was meant to.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Since we cannot tell if we are subluxated by how we feel, it is in your best interest to get checked for subluxations regularly by a chiropractor. We can help you locate and correct those to give your body a better chance to heal itself. Even our friendly chiropractors here at North Shore Chiropractic have their own spines checked and adjusted regularly. You should too!</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Schedule an appointment now. Please don’t hesitate to contact us <a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/contact-us/\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">HERE</span></a>!</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<h5><strong>Related Articles:</strong></h5>\n<h5><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/subluxation-the-silent-enemy/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">Subluxation: The Silent Enemy</span></a></span></h5>\n<h5><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/causes-of-subluxation/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">Causes of Subluxation</span></a></span></h5>\n<h5><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/how-do-we-feel-pain-the-nervous-system-and-pain-perception/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">How do we feel pain? The Nervous System and Pain Perception</span></a></span></h5>','Cannot feel any subluxation?','','inherit','closed','closed','','1291-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','',1291,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3864',0,'revision','',0),(3865,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','<h5>What are the causes of subluxation? Subluxations occur when your body receives physical, chemical or emotional stress that it cannot adapt to.</h5>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Ø Causes of subluxations can be <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">physical instances</span> such as motor vehicle accidents (MVAs), work injuries, falls, sudden shock, or other traumas. Regular actions such as improper sleeping position, poor posture, or incorrect lifting processes can also be an underlying cause.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Ø Â&nbsp;Certain foods, drugs and other <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">chemical substances</span> may also react with your body and result in spinal misalignment. Water deficiency and poor diet also often lead to spinal dysfunction, causing negative chemical imbalance in your nerves.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Ø Â&nbsp;Emotional Stress and other <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">emotional triggers</span> can also affect the functioning of your spine. Traffic jams, important deadlines, and family and marital problems, builds up the tension in our muscles and joints. If ignored, it may eventually lead to headaches, anxiety and spinal pain.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Whether it is physical, chemical or emotional stress, the outcome is undoubtedly negative when it is experienced by the nervous system. Whenever the nervous system is interfered with, the connection between the brain and body is impaired, causing malfunction to any cell, tissue or organ of the body.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><strong>Recap on Subluxation</strong></span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Subluxation is a term used in the chiropractic field to describe <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">spinal misalignment</span>. When one of the vertebrae in your spine moves out of position, the spine creates pressure and stress on the spinal nerves, blood vessels, and surrounding muscles. This pressure and stress can cause an interference in the body’s normal processes as the nerves in the spinal column is connected to the entire body and its organs. When subluxation stays uncorrected for a long time, the damage to the nerve worsens and subluxation degeneration sets in.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n\n<img class=\"size-full wp-image-1275 aligncenter\" alt=\"causes of subluxation\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/subluxation001.jpg\" width=\"400\" height=\"538\">\n\n&nbsp;\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><strong>How is subluxation corrected?</strong></span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Regular visits to a licensed chiropractor can help reduce the effects of subluxation and may be necessary to maintain optimal health and fitness.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">At North Shore Chiropractic, <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">we specialize in correcting subluxations</span>. We do our best to put your misaligned vertebrae back in their proper position in the spinal column. We also give thorough chiropractic examinations that can show the location and severity of any subluxations you may have.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">We recommend that Chiropractic care should be part of every family\'s health routine. Wiping out subluxations today could save you and your family from poor health that, later in life, could not possibly be disregarded.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">See one of our Chiropractors now. Â&nbsp;Please don’t hesitate to contact us <a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/contact-us/\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">HERE</span></a>!</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<h5><strong>Related Articles:</strong></h5>\n<h5><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/subluxation-the-silent-enemy/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">Subluxation: The Silent Enemy</span></a></span></h5>\n<h5><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/cant-feel-subluxation/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">Why can’t I feel any subluxation</span></a></span></h5>','Causes of Subluxation','','inherit','closed','closed','','1261-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','',1261,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3865',0,'revision','',0),(3866,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><strong>What is Subluxation?</strong>\nSubluxation is actually an abnormal separation of the surfaces of our spine, causing the natural structure of our spine to misalign. The term is medically used by chiropractors to depict the altered position of the vertebrae which can be the basis for the location for the spinal manipulation. Unknown to most people, subluxations can be caused by physical, chemical, and emotional trauma. Physical causes include slips and falls, accidents, repetitive motions and improper lifting or moving of objects. Emotional causes include stress, anger and fear while alcohol, drugs, pollution and poor diet can be chemical causes of muscle tension that can result in subluxations.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<img class=\"size-full wp-image-1248 aligncenter\" alt=\"Subluxation\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/subluxation1.gif\" width=\"418\" height=\"251\">\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><strong>The Silent Enemy</strong>\nOne thing is for sure, Spinal subluxations can be your health\'s worst enemy.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">As we experience physical, mental, or chemical stress— believe it or not —there is a high chance that your vertebrae in the spinal column becomes slightly misaligned. When this happens, it puts pressure on your nervous system, blocking the path of nerves that are supposed to carry messages from the brain to the rest of your body parts. A 1992 WCA training manual written by Cindy Rondberg describes how the subluxation concept can be likened to someone stepping on a perfectly working water hose, interfering with the flow of water. The vertebral subluxation does exactly the same thing, interfering with the nerve messages from the brain to the body. When the communication from the brain to the rest of the organs becomes distorted, there can be a serious malfunction, causing all kinds of health problems such as lowered resistance to disease, pain, imbalance and fatigue.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">The most alarming part of this is that you can have subluxations and not even know it. It is sometimes called the \"silent enemy\" because it can slowly eat away at your health and vitality without your having the slightest awareness of it. Like tooth decay, subluxations can already be present before any symptoms appear. If you notice it too late, a certain amount of the damage caused by longstanding subluxations may be irreversible.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><strong>So...How can we combat this ‘silent enemy’?</strong></span>\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"> Simple. Wipe out the enemy through </span><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">Chiropractic Care.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<img class=\"size-full wp-image-1249 aligncenter\" alt=\"spine adjustment\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/spine.jpg\" width=\"500\" height=\"293\">\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Here at North Shore Chiropractic, we give spinal manipulations to combat this silent enemy known to be as subluxation. As we help you reduce the subluxation, you may experience a better range of motion, lesser nerve irritability and upgraded overall physical, mental and emotional function. We also give thorough chiropractic examinations that can show the location and severity of any subluxations you may have.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">We highly recommend that Chiropractic care should be part of every family\'s health routine. Wiping out silent subluxations today could save you and your family from diseases that, later in life, could not possibly be disregarded.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">See one of our chiropractors now. </span>\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">For enquiries, please don’t hesitate to contact us <a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/contact-us/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">HERE!</span></span></a></span>\n\n&nbsp;\n<h5><strong>Related Articles:</strong></h5>\n<h5><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/causes-of-subluxation/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">Causes of Subluxation</span></a></span></h5>\n<h5><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/cant-feel-subluxation/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">Why can’t I feel any subluxation</span></a></span></h5>\n<h5><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/reducing-absenteeism-through-chiropractic-care/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">Reducing Absenteeism through Chiropractic Care</span></a></span></h5>','Spinal Subluxation: The Silent Enemy','','inherit','closed','closed','','1237-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','',1237,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3866',0,'revision','',0),(3867,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><strong>Why Being Healthy at Work is Important</strong>\nLet me ask you a question. What concerns you the most when you’re busy working in your desk and a deadline is right around the corner? Let me guess. Whatever those are, you’re not likely to be worried about your health, are you? When you’re overloaded with tasks, do you still eat on time? When you experience headaches from staring at the computer for too long, do you rest your eyes? When you sit, do even you think about your posture?</span>\n\n<img class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1219\" alt=\"increase productivity through chiropractic\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/unproductive-employee.jpg\" width=\"620\" height=\"349\">\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">When its crunch time, it seems we forget about our health and the only thing that matters are the tasks that have to be done. Sooner or later you’ll start to feel pain because of neglecting your health. Not normal pains, but really, really sharp pains in your back, your neck, or worse – even all over your body. Well, doing your work is important, but health is also as important. If you choose to neglect work-related pains, these may worsen and eventually affect your overall performance and productivity on the job.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><strong>How Chiropractic Can Improve Your Health and Productivity at Work</strong>\nMaybe it is time to seek for chiropractic care, if you are currently experiencing pains that negatively affect your overall work performance and productivity. Chiropractors mainly focus on the nervous system, including the effects that poor posture have on the nervous system. They alleviate your pain-related problems — including back pain, neck pain, arthritic pain, sports injuries, car accidents, and other neuromuscular disorders without the need for medication or surgery, but through a variety of manual adjustments of the spine. By helping you restore the mobility of your spine, your chiropractor is then able to improve your overall health. In improving your overall health, you are less likely to miss work days or underperform in every task.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Of course, at North Shore Chiropractic we do not just provide spinal adjustments. We also offer health seminars that includes an eating and exercise program that actually works! These services will allow you to reduce the pain, improve your strength and endurance, promote faster recovery, and give you more energy than ever before. What’s more, these could all help you boost your productivity and efficiency, enabling you to advance your career — not just immensely improve your overall health. You can actually feel like Superman through Chiropractic!</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<img class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1221\" alt=\"increase productivity through chiropractic 2\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/productivity.jpg\" width=\"620\" height=\"344\">\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">In alleviating your pain and improving your posture you will notice that other aspects of your life will begin to improve. If you are an athlete, or is suffering from motor deficiencies or simply just want to get relieved from pain, please don’t hesitate to contact us <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/contact-us/\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">HERE!</span></a></span></span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Whatever your concerns are, our team will gladly coordinate and customize corporate health events to meet your employee\'s needs.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">To book a seminar, you can visit our <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/seminars/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\"> Seminars Page.</span></a></span></span>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">To read more info on how you can improve health at work, visit this </span><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/improving-health-at-work-workplace-seminars/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">link.</span></a></span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Always Remember that healthy employees are always good business!</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n<h5><strong>Related Articles:</strong></h5>\n<h5><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/reducing-absenteeism-through-chiropractic-care/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">Reducing Absenteeism through Chiropractic Care</span></a></span></h5>\n<h5><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/egonomics-in-the-workplace/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">Ergonomics in the Workplace: An Overview</span></a></span></h5>\n<h5><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/posture-movements-and-ergonomics/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">Posture, Movements and Ergonomics</span></a></span></h5>','Increase productivity through Chiropractic','','inherit','closed','closed','','1216-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','',1216,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3867',0,'revision','',0),(3868,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><strong>Back pain and Absenteeism</strong>\nWhether it\'s dull and painful, or sharp and stabbing, back pain can make it hard for you to focus on your job. Unfortunately, many jobs and professions — such as construction, factory work and office work — can place significant demands on your back. Heavy lifting, repetitive movements and sitting at a desk all day can take a toll on your spine, affecting our nerves and overall health.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<img class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1206\" alt=\"Absenteeism\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/absent.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"370\">\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">According to a NZ wellness workplace survey in 2013, musculoskeletal disorders like back pain, neck pain are recognised as one of the leading cause of absenteeism in the workplace, resulting in huge costs to companies from staff being unable to work. Aside from that, among all musculoskeletal disorders, back pain is also said to be the leading cause of prescription and non-prescription drug use, medical visits, hospitalizations and restricted physical activity.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<img class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1205\" alt=\"Back pain - cause of Absenteeism\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Absenteeism-1024x458.jpg\" width=\"590\" height=\"263\">\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><strong>Chiropractic Care on Reducing Absenteeism</strong>\nChiropractic naturally boosts your potential for optimal health and wellbeing. Studies show that chiropractic is more effective — and cost-effective — care for occupational and non-occupational back injuries and related conditions than other common forms of treatment. Chiropractic actually play a great role in improving health and productivity, and reducing absenteeism and disability as it uses non-invasive care that goes beyond treating back pain and injuries unlike pain killing drugs, which just mask the symptoms.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><strong>What we can offer</strong>\nWe understand the huge mental and physical stresses that employees and employers face on a daily basis. That’s why at North Shore Chiropractic, we want to build a thriving, productive community by providing care that helps people stay happy and healthy at work. Through our effective wellness programs, we want to be able to help your workplace reduce absenteeism, improve staff productivity and performance, as well as empower staff to take steps towards a healthier lifestyle.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Please do not hesitate to<strong> <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/contact-us/\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">contact us</span></a></span></strong> if you require advice on how to proactively look after the back and spinal health of employees, or if you have questions about office ergonomics. We also have a comprehensive series of wellness-based seminars that we run involving exercise, nutrition, the mind, and minimizing environmental toxins.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Whatever your concerns are, our team will gladly coordinate and customize corporate health events to meet your employee\'s needs.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Always Remember that healthy employees are always good business! </span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">To book a seminar, you can visit our <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/seminars/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\"> Seminars Page.</span></a></span></span>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">To read more info on how you can improve health at work, visit this </span><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/improving-health-at-work-workplace-seminars/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">link.</span></a></span>\n\n&nbsp;\n<h5><strong>Related Articles:</strong></h5>\n<h5><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/chiropractic-can-boost-productivity/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">Chiropractic can boost Productivity</span></a></span></h5>\n<h5><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/egonomics-in-the-workplace/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">Ergonomics in the Workplace: An Overview</span></a></span></h5>\n<h5><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/posture-movements-and-ergonomics/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">Posture, Movements and Ergonomics</span></a></span></h5>','Reducing Absenteeism through Chiropractic Care','','inherit','closed','closed','','1204-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','',1204,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3868',0,'revision','',0),(3869,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','<img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2448\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/blog-preventing-pains-and-strains-at-work.jpg\" alt=\"prevent pain and strain\" width=\"405\" height=\"225\">\n<h2>What about workplace pains?</h2>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Workplace pains and strains can be tolerated at times but they can turn serious if taken for granted. They can cause pain, numbness and discomfort or worse – they can also lead to severe disability. Workplace pains and strains include musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), Cumulative Trauma Disorders (CTDs), Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSIs), and Repetitive Motion Injuries (RMIs). These kinds of injuries affect the muscles, tendons, ligaments and nerves and they can drastically affect a worker\'s life if not prevented or treated early. </span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Some of the known examples of these injuries are:</span>\n<ul>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Carpal tunnel syndrome – numbness, tingling, or burning sensations in the thumb and fingers (particularly the index and middle fingers)</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Epicondylitis – painful condition of the elbow caused by overuse</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Synovitis – inflammation of the tendon sheath that includes swelling and fluid collection</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Muscle strains – pain and discomfort resulting from damage to a muscle or its attaching tendons</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Sciatica – inflammation radiating in the lower back and going down the leg</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Tendonitis – inflammation or irritation of a tendon, a thick cord that attaches bone to muscle</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Rotator cuff tendonitis – inflammation that affects the tendons and muscles that help move the shoulder joint</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">De Quervains\' disease – inflammation of tendons in the thumb that extend to the wrist</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Prepatellar bursitis (Carpet layers knee) – inflammation and swelling of the bursa (pad-like sac that protects the knee) in the front of the kneecap</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Trigger finger – condition that causes the fingers or thumb to catch or lock when bent</span></li>\n 	<li><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Low back pain – pain that involves the back muscles and bones</span></li>\n</ul>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Forceful, frequent and repetitive movements of a part of the body can be the main cause for these. For example, sitting or standing for too long, typing for intensive hours, using a computer mouse a lot, etc. Other factors may also contribute, such as poor posture while doing the movement, using extreme force while doing the movement staying in a poorly supported position while working and not having enough breaks from task.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<h2>Can workplace pains and strains be prevented?</h2>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Fortunately, these injuries can be prevented. If you take appropriate steps to reduce, or better yet – eliminate the exposure to the work-related risk factors, you can also minimize your risk to injuries in the workplace. </span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Making basic changes to your workplace ergonomics like adjusting workspace arrangement or replacing equipment to improve safety are good options to reduce these risks significantly. This may include modifying heights and layouts of office chairs, desks, keyboard, computer screen, and other things that should be arranged correctly for efficient use. The easiest way to improve ergonomics is likely by making adjustments to your computer workstations. Here’s how:</span>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">Basic Workspace Arrangement</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">To start off, you have to arrange your workspace where you can vary your postures, enabling you to sit or stand comfortably in a position that does not put stress on any specific area of your body. Whatever position you have, you should be able to keep your neck in a neutral angle and minimize looking up or to the sides while you are working. You must also reduce stressful movements from your waist. Always keep the workstation and workstation tools within reach without having to lean, bend, or twist at the waist frequently.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">Make it a habit to take breaks</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Remind yourself to take short breaks frequently throughout your work period. For 15-20 seconds, you can look away from your computer monitor, take deep breaths as you shrug and relax your shoulders while still sitting. You can also stand up and stretch your neck, arms, shoulders, back and legs. If you do similar work or activities at home, be sure to make this a good habit to avoid eye strains, muscle tension build-up and cumulative effect of repetitive motions.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">Workstation Tools</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">To improve your workstation, choose tools that fit your personal physical and comfort needs. If you feel some discomfort while using a tool or object, it is probably a sign that you need something better that fits you and your task.</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[expand title=\"Desks\"]</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><strong>Desks</strong>: Choose a sturdy desk that is not reflective and big enough to accommodate papers, personal items, and other workstation tools. It should be arranged in a way that allows easy access of objects and its height should allow enough space for your knees and thighs to comfortably fit under the desk.</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><em>Additional Tip</em>: Place all items and tools within a comfortable reach of both hands so that there is no unnecessary twisting of any part of the body. You can choose to buy desks with sliding drawers or you can simply put document holders or item bins on your desk’s surface.</span></p>\n[/expand]\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[expand title=\"Chairs\"]</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><strong>Chairs</strong>: Choose a supportive chair that maintains your normal spinal curvature. Preferably, it must be something that is adjustable in height so that it can properly support your arms, lower back and legs. If possible, also choose a chair that revolves and rolls on wheels for easy movement without leaning or twisting the back. Even if you don’t use armrests, remember to keep your elbows close to your sides to prevent arm and shoulder tension. Also make sure to set the chair to the right height to keep your feet flat and supported on the floor to reduce pressure on your lower back.</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><em>Additional Tip</em>: To put less stress on the back while sitting, you can try to sit in a slightly reclined position. This position can be more comfortable for some people but you should refrain from doing this if you feel increased stress on the shoulders and neck when you reach for items.</span></p>\n[/expand]\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[expand title=\"Monitors\"]</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><strong>Monitors</strong>: Choose a computer monitor that is clear for you to see without leaning forward or looking up or to one side. If possible, it should be protective against eye strain, which may lead to vision problems and headaches. You can opt to buy monitors with plasma screens as it has less glare than other monitors. Another protective shield that you can use are glare guards. These are available either as part of the monitor or to be placed over the monitor screen.</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><em>Additional Tip</em>: Set the height of the screen where the top edge is set at eye level or within 2 inches below eye level. You will know if it is adjusted right if the centre of your screen is near or exactly in level with your shoulder height. With this, you should be able to see or read the bottom of the screen without too much head, neck or shoulder flexing.  For the distance, set the eye-to-screen space that permits you to easily focus on the screen. This is usually within an arm\'s length but you can make some adjustments until it makes you feel more comfortable.</span></p>\n[/expand]\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[expand title=\"Keyboard\"]</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><strong>Keyboard</strong>: Choose a computer keyboard that allows comfortable typing. The keyboard’s height or tilting angle should be adjusted in a way that allows your elbows to be bent comfortably and close to your sides. You can have wrist supports to help keep your wrists in a neutral, almost straight position while typing.</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><em>Additional Tip</em>: When you type, try raising your wrists from the support (or desk) so your wrists are in a neutral position. You may want to alternate between resting your wrists on the supports and raising them up. While doing so, be careful not to have the wrist extended or bent in an awkward position.</span></p>\n[/expand]\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[expand title=\"Mouse\"]</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><strong>Mouse</strong>: Choose a light, well-designed mouse that will not cause unnecessary pressure on the wrist and forearm muscles. Thus, a large heavy bulky mouse is not that advisable to use. It causes not only hand muscle tension but it can also damage the wrist in the long run as its weight forces the wrist to bend at an awkward angle.</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><em>Additional Tip</em>: To prevent unnecessary strains on the hands, elbows and arms, always use the mouse as close as possible to the keyboard and to your body.</span></p>\n[/expand]\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">[expand title=\"Phones\"]</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><strong>Mouse</strong>: When answering calls using a home phone or mobile phone, avoid cradling the phone between your head and shoulder as it can put stress in those areas of the body. If you need to use your computer at the same time, use a lightweight headset or the phone\'s speaker-phone capabilities to avoid awkward positions while talking and doing other tasks, such as typing.</span></p>\n[/expand]\n&nbsp;\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">Ergonomic Environmental Factors</span></p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 50px; text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">Our work environment can mean a lot. A comfortable room temperature, a quiet area, and sufficient lighting without glare from office lights, sunlight, or the computer screen – these can all affect the way you feel and how well you work. By adjusting your work environment, you may be able to minimize stress and discomfort, and reduce the risk of resulting strains that lead to injury.</span></p>\n&nbsp;\n<h2>An Ergonomic Workplace means Healthier, Happier and Pain-free employees</h2>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Employing ergonomics in the workplace can tremendously benefit a company. It doesn’t only make workers more efficient – it also saves a lot of time and manpower and it lessens the fatigue that leads to fewer mistakes. Aside from that, it also means fewer injuries that may lead to fewer sick days or the presence of employees unable to work at their best.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">If you are one of the employees who are turning grayer each day at work, it might be that your workstation is designed poorly or unfit for your needs. Remember that in order to be happy and on the job, you also need to be healthy and pain-free.  To achieve this, having a neat, clean and comfortable work environment is always essential.</span>\n&nbsp;\n<h5><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"><strong>Related Articles:</strong></span></h5>\n<h5><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/workplace-ergonomics-overview/\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">Ergonomics in the Workplace: An Overview</span></a></span></h5>\n<h5><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/posture-movements-and-ergonomics/\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\">Posture, Movements and Ergonomics</span></a></span></h5>\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">At North Shore Chiropractic, we provide a variety of comprehensive health programs to promote good health practices within your workplace. We have programs that contribute to improved health and injury risk as well as improved workplace overall performance and job satisfaction.</span>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">For starters, we have an <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\"><strong>Essential Power Seminar</strong></span> that we can conduct at your place of work, business, sports or social club. In this seminar, will teach you how to be more ergonomically aware – this includes correcting beds, pillows &amp; desk setup.</span></p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\">To book, you can </span><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/contact-us/\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\"> Contact us</span></a></span><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1;\"> or visit our </span><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/seminars/\"> <span style=\"color: #99cc00; text-decoration: underline;\"> Seminars Page</span></a></span><strong>.</strong></p>\n&nbsp;','Prevent Pain and Strains in the Workplace','','inherit','closed','closed','','1195-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','',1195,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3869',0,'revision','',0);
INSERT INTO `igo_posts` VALUES (3870,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','<img src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/North-Shore-Chiro-Blog-crossfit-and-chiropractic.png\" alt=\"North Shore Chiro Blog - crossfit and chiropractic\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-2858\">\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Our brain is like a remote that controls our whole bodies. With the help of our central and peripheral nervous system, it sends out signals that can reach every part of our body. In a sense, every move we make is thanks to our brain. However, these signals can be disrupted when the vertebrae that protect the spinal cord and its nerves become subluxated or restricted due to the everyday traumas or stressors we experience.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">Even simple actions like sitting, standing or sleeping can all affect our spine. With that, you can imagine how much stress our spine will have if we are doing more strenuous things like lifting, exercising and overworking. For those who engage in athletics, that could be a worrisome issue as these stressors that cause subluxations can cost their body efficiency and reaction time.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">This is the main reason why CrossFit and Chiropractic is a perfect combination to help you be at your best.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/Crossfit+Chiro.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-978 aligncenter\" alt=\"crossfit and chiropractic\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/Crossfit+Chiro.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"294\"></a>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">For those who don’t know, CrossFit is a sport of fitness. It is a program that trains the body to function optimally and efficiently, helping the nervous system to perform flawlessly so the muscles respond quickly. Chiropractic on the other hand, removes stress from the nerve system. It keeps your nerves healthy so we have a greater capacity to heal, repair, and perform at your best. Anyone who engages in athletics can benefit from regular chiropractic checkups to make sure that their spine is well-adjusted and free from any structural stress and subluxations.Â&nbsp; When the spinal column is brought into balance and alignment, the body’s nervous system and posture are maximized, thus improving your overall performance.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">The whole point of this is that exercise is just not enough in taking care of our bodies. If one is serious in keeping yourself fit and completely working at all times, you also need to take care of the machine that keeps you moving. These are the muscles, nerves, and joints that are used during movements. When your body is not balanced and muscles are not working correctly, this prompts you to have not only a poor performance but injury as well.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">That is why, if you want to give yourself the competitive edge, always choose crossfit and chiropractic!</span>\n\n&nbsp;','Crossfit and Chiropractic Care: A Perfect Combination','','inherit','closed','closed','','965-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','',965,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3870',0,'revision','',0),(3871,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','<a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/girl-in-field-blowing-flower.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-561\" alt=\"girl-in-field-blowing-flower\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/girl-in-field-blowing-flower-300x200.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /></a><span style=\"color: #d1d1d1; text-align: justify;\">What makes one child allergic and another not? Why would one child be allergic to cats, dogs, fur, feathers, grasses, tree pollens, peanut butter? We all live on the same planet. We\'re all essentially the same. If I took one individual with allergies and one without and boiled them down to their essentials, I would end up with approximately 32 kilograms of chemicals. The rest would be water, but the chemical composition would be the same in both individuals. The difference is most often seen in how one child\'s body is able to adapt to her environment and another is not.</span>','Allergies linked to poor nerve function','','inherit','closed','closed','','558-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','',558,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3871',0,'revision','',0),(3872,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">New Vitamin D Research\r\n</span></strong></h2>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\"><strong>Vitamin D deficiency may be an independent risk factor for arterial diseases, according to a<img class=\"alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-524\" title=\"Vit D pic\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Vit-D-pic-83x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"83\" height=\"150\" /> study published in September 2012. Researchers evaluated 490 subjects with arterial disease, including 254 subjects with symptomatic peripheral artery disease and 236 subjects with aortic aneurysms.  The investigators found that 45% of the subjects were moderately (26-50 nmol/L) or severely (25 nmol/L or less) vitamin D deficient. The researchers showed that low levels of vitamin D were associated with congestive heart failure and cerebrovascular disease.</strong></span></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\"><strong>The investigators concluded that, <em>“The current study shows a strong association between low vitamin D levels and arterial disease, independent of traditional cardiovascular risk factors and irrespective of the type of vascular disease, that is, occlusive or aneurysmatic disease.”</em></strong></span></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\"><strong>Reference: van de Luijtgaarden KM, et al. Eur J Vasc Endovasc Surg. 2012;3:301-6.</strong></span></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>  </strong></p>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">According to another recent study, Vitamin D supplementation during the winter months may reduce blood pressure.</span></strong></h2>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\"><strong>The study was published online in the Journal of Hypertension in April 2012.  In this randomised, placebo-controlled, double-blind study, 130 hypertensive Caucasian subjects received either 3,000 IU of vitamin D (cholecalciferol) or a placebo for 20 weeks. </strong></span></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\"><strong>The researchers found that compared to the placebo, vitamin D supplementation significantly increased blood levels of 25-hydroxyvitamin D and calcium and reduced levels of parathyroid hormone. The study authors concluded, <em>“In hypertensive Caucasians… 3000 IU of cholecalciferol daily during winter months caused a significant reduction in central systolic blood pressure.”</em></strong></span></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\"><strong>Reference:Larsen T, et al. J Hypertension. 2012;30:e103.</strong></span></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><em><strong><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">We recommend vitamin D supplementation for optimal health.<img class=\"alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-524\" title=\"Vit D pic\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Vit-D-pic-83x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"83\" height=\"150\" /></span></strong></em></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\"><strong>We stock Vibrant Health Vitamin D3, at 2000 i.u. (for those that get a lot of sunlight) and 4000 i.u.(for people who get less sunlight eg office workers). </strong></span></p>\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong> </strong>','Is Vitamin D supplementation beneficial?','','inherit','closed','closed','','503-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','',503,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3872',0,'revision','',0),(3873,3,'2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\"> </span></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\">\"Over the Christmas holiday period, I felt extremely tired and had parts of my body that were tingling. I also developed a craving for Sprite.  I put all this down to the humidity and weeding!  However, a routine blood test showed that I had adult onset Type 1 Diabetes (insulin dependent) with a blood glucose level of nearly 29 (it should be 4-8).  This was a huge shock especially as we do not have diabetes in our family.  Thankfully I avoided being admitted to </span></p>\r\n<img class=\"alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-431\" title=\"essential nutrition logo\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/essential-nutrition-logo1-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" />\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\">hospital as a lovely nurse agreed that I could telephone her for instructions about what to do for the first week.  All was good and I coped well but being a teacher it was very difficult to administer 5-6 insulin injections a day plus blood tests.  Although trying to stay positive it was quite a depressing situation.</span></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\">Five weeks ago I attended the workshop about nutrition at North Shore Chiropractic.  The Paleo diet was discussed and immediately I dismissed it.  How could I eat like this when I needed to eat lollies and a sandwich if I had a hypo?  How could I not eat carbs when I needed them in order to inject myself with insulin?  After the workshop Wayne and Gian persuaded me to give the diet a go and as my husband was really keen to try it, I grudgingly said I’d try for a couple of days.</span></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\">That weekend, we stocked up on vegetables and meat.  All our pasta, potatoes etc went to good homes and I trawled the internet for recipes and advice.  Wayne sent me a link about a Type 1 Diabetic who had had good results from the Paleo diet which was encouraging as it was going against all the advice and information I had received from the Diabetic Clinic and my doctor.</span></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\">On the very first day I had only one injection.  Amazing!  However, I was sure this would have perilous consequences and my blood glucose would rise without the insulin shots.  The second day was the same and blood levels were still stable.  By the end of the week my blood sugar had remained on average at 5.5 with no lows or highs.  I was still on only one insulin injection a day.</span></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\">By the end of the second week, I felt better and was getting comments from my work colleagues about how I didn’t look so “wan”.  I also felt better.  I had more energy and could walk easily up our incredibly steep driveway and to the top of the even steeper road.  In the past I usually had to stop half way up the road to rest!  I was still injecting only once a day with stable blood levels.</span></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\">At the end of the four week challenge I am committed to the Paleo diet.  I have so much more energy and it has brought a real lifestyle change in that I do not have to inject so many times a day. Surprisingly, although I thought I would miss bread, cheese and potatoes which had been the staples of my usual eating habits, I haven’t!    I am also not getting hungry during the day as I used to do. Best of all, I am still on only one injection a day and still have stable blood glucose.</span></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\">I used to have a stash of biscuits at school – only in case I had a hypo of course! – which I have now given to grateful but unenlightened colleagues and any deserving students.  The lollies have gone from my little diabetic kit replaced by a banana or a tangerine.  I have had only two hypos during the challenge and found that fruit works just as well as lollies or a sandwich.  Before the challenge, I regularly had 3-4 hypos a week.</span></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\">We have found new recipes which has made cooking fun and discovered new shops.  Hendersons is a particular favourite.  It might seem odd but I love looking into the fridge and seeing lots of veggies and meat.  It looks so healthy!  I feel quite superior in the supermarket as well when I look at our trolley full of vegetables and meat compared to other people’s which are full of processed food and soft drinks.</span></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\">Unlike my husband I haven’t lost much weight which is disappointing but this isn’t the reason I embarked on the Paleo so I’m not too upset!  I have lost about 4 kg and have maintained this weight loss so I suppose that’s better than nothing!</span></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\">It has also been reasonably easy to keep to the diet when eating out.  Fish (no batter) and vegetables, steak and vegetables etc.  Restaurants are usually ready to adapt their menus slightly so we have managed quite well.  Even being invited to dinner with friends has not proved too much of a problem.  Everyone has been more than willing to tweak their menus too!</span></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\">Overall, I am really pleased I took up this challenge despite my misgivings and conviction that it couldn’t possibly work out for a diabetic.  It’s one of the only times that I am happy to have been proved wrong!\"</span></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\">Linda.</span></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Save your life or save someone elses....come to the next</span> <span style=\"color: #99cc00;\"><a title=\"Essential Nutrition\" href=\"http://www.eventbrite.co.nz/org/1853676537\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">Essential Nutrition Seminar </span></a></span></strong></span></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"></p>','Type 1 Diabetes - transformed in 28 days','','inherit','closed','closed','','422-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 02:59:59','2025-05-06 02:59:59','',422,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3873',0,'revision','',0),(3874,3,'2025-05-06 03:00:09','2025-05-06 03:00:09','<span style=\"color: #888888;\">It all comes down to Omega-6/3 balance. You can’t talk about fish oil without getting into Omega-3 fatty acids, and discussing Omega-3 fatty acids is useless without understanding their relation to the Omega-6s.  A  1:1 Omega-6:Omega-3 dietary ratio helps keep dangerous inflammation in check. Seeing as how most Omega-6 fatty acids can be found in “vegetable” oils (soybean, corn, <a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Metagenics-Fish-Picture.png\"><img class=\"wp-image-467 alignright\" title=\"Metagenics Fish Picture\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Metagenics-Fish-Picture.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"193\" height=\"186\" /></a>peanut, sunflower – to only name a few), fake butter products, grain-fed animal fat, and other modern contrivances, it is understood that primitive man rarely encountered them – especially not in the excessive levels most people see today. He was munching on nuts and seeds, sure,  and those have moderate amounts of Omega-6s, but he certainly wasn’t setting up processing plants to press wild maize for the Omega-6 rich oil. So we find pre industrialized cultures get plenty of Omega-3 fatty acids from seafood, wild game, and wild vegetation, with minimal amounts of Omega-6s, enough to give a 1:1 ratio. On the other hand, the Omega-6 to Omega-3 ratio of the Standard Western Diet, replete with fake fats, processed vegetable oils, and grain-fed meat, is said to approach 30:1!</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #888888;\">To understand why that imbalance is so harmful, you have to understand eicosanoids. Polyunsaturated fats (which include Omega-3s, like fish oil, and Omega-6s) convert to eicosanoids in the body. Both Omega-6 and Omega-3-derived eicosanoids are important signaling molecules, but each has different effects, both figuring prominently in the body’s response to inflammation. Omega-6 eicosanoids are pro-inflammatory, while Omega-3 eicosanoids are less inflammatory. Omega-3 eicosanoids (the type we get from taking fish oil or eating fatty fish) actually reduce inflammation; in an unbalanced diet heavy in vegetable oils, the Omega-6 eicosanoids far outnumber the Omega-3s and contribute to a lot more inflammation.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #888888;\">There is an intermediary step in the process of conversion from fatty acids to eicosanoids: highly unsaturated fatty acid (HUFA) conversion. Dietary PUFAs are converted into HUFA, which is then stored in cell membranes. When a cell requires eicosanoids, it uses the HUFA stored in the membrane to form them. Here’s the catch, though: the cell doesn’t distinguish between Omega-6 or Omega-3 HUFA for eicosanoid conversion. Whatever’s available in the membrane is what they’ll be using, Omega-3:Omega-6 ratio be damned.  The proportion of omega-6- to omega-3-derived eicosanoids is proportional to dietary intake.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #888888;\">Ratio matters, big time, and it may take a while before the effects of establishing the O6-O3 dietary balance are visible in your tissue, because you’ve still got to clear out the residual unbalanced HUFA in your cell membranes.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #888888;\">So yes, maintaining a balanced Omega-6 to Omega-3 dietary and HUFA ratio is the main reason for supplementing with fish oil, but there are still other benefits. Even if you’ve successfully cut out all vegetable oils and fake butter spreads in favor of grass-fed meat and real fats, there are still a couple reasons – other than for cardiovascular health – for you to supplement with fish oil: the EPA and DHA fatty acids it contains.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #888888;\">Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) play big roles in the formation of brain and retinal tissue. Huge concentrations of DHA can be found in fetal brain and neural development, especially during the last trimester. Babies, especially those yet to be born, can really benefit from fish oil supplementation. Kinda makes all those calls for pregnant women to avoid fish seem a little misguided, eh? DHA/EPA might also be a boon to the elderly; as we age, cognitive and visual health becomes more important than ever, and low DHA/EPA levels may contribute to the onset of Alzheimer’s disease, other dementias, and vision problems. There’s also been some research suggesting DHA/EPA has some beneficial effect on the risk of various cancers, including prostate, breast, and colorectal. Suicidal depression and schizophrenia, too, may be linked with low levels of essential fatty acids like EPA and DHA. And finally, fish oil supplementation may even help improve insulin sensitivity.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #888888;\">What It All Means</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #888888;\">Unless you’re eating fatty fish every day, you’re a prime candidate for fish oil supplementation. Even as we have a low sugar intake, avoid refined carbs, we are often faced with the prospect of eating less than ideal meat and animal fat. We all wish we could dine on wild venison and fresh caught salmon every day, but most of us just can’t. In cases like these (which is the majority of us trying to eat and live right), taking 1-3 grams of fish oil each day is a good way to restore the fatty acid balance in our cells, promote good heart health, provide essential fatty acids for our brains, improve protein synthesis after workouts, and counteract some of the downfalls of modern life.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #888888;\">Article abridge and altered from Mark Sisson. For more detail go to</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #888888;\"><a href=\"http://www.marksdailyapple.com/fish-oil-health-benefits/#axzz2WKOIvrnt\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\">http://www.marksdailyapple.com/fish-oil-health-benefits/#axzz2WKOIvrnt</span></a></span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #888888;\">or  http://pinterest.com/nschiropractic/boards/</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #888888;\"> </span>\r\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Why do we recommend Metagenics Fish Oil?</span></h1>\r\n<h1 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\">Pure and Simple</span></h1>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\"> All Metagenics fish oils produced exceed the current Australian standard to ensure the most pure product possible.</span></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\">Rancidity often affects of fish oils as they are easily oxidised due to the delicate nature of the chemical bond structure. Nitrogen flushing the fish oil vats and bottles during manufacturing prevents air exposure, creating a stable environment for the oil within the bottle. The table below outlines the testing standards for all Metagenics fish oils.</span></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\"> <a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Metagenics-Fish-Oil-Testing.png\"><span style=\"color: #888888;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-451\" title=\"Metagenics Fish Oil Testing\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Metagenics-Fish-Oil-Testing.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"921\" height=\"329\" /></span></a></span></p>\r\n<span style=\"color: #888888;\"> </span>\r\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Pop in and get great quality fish oils from us today!</span></h2>\r\n<span style=\"color: #888888;\"> </span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #888888;\"> </span>','Why Fish Oil?','','inherit','closed','closed','','450-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 03:00:09','2025-05-06 03:00:09','',450,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3874',0,'revision','',0),(3875,3,'2025-05-06 03:00:09','2025-05-06 03:00:09','<a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/before-after-spine.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-44\" title=\"before-after-spine\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/before-after-spine-300x175.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"175\" /></a><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Our purpose is to check, educate and adjust as many families as possible towards optimal health through gentle, accurate, corrective care. Our team is dedicated to helping you regain your full health potential and assisting you and your family to stay well for life. Furthermore, we are equally committed to continuing to educate the broader community about the vital role that their spine and nervous system play in the quality of their lives. Through our systematic educational programs, we empower and support our patient members with both knowledge and tools to regain a level of optimal health and vitality they have not previously experienced. Whilst people start chiropractic care for many different reasons, our primary goal is not simply to alleviate your pain or symptoms. Instead, we strive to ensure that your nervous system, which can be likened to a “<em><strong>communication superhighway</strong></em>”, is able to relay information back and forth between your body and brain. <strong>This is of vital importance because your nervous system, which is housed within the spine, controls and regulates all of your body.</strong></span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">We choose not to use therapies, treat diseases, or use medication or other drugs. What we do focus on is detecting and correcting subtle misalignment\'s of the spine, better known as Vertebral Subluxations, and educating all of our members who are interested in being their best and reaching their optimum health potential, now and in the future!</span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/nervous-system.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-45\" title=\"nervous-system\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/nervous-system-230x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"230\" height=\"300\" /></a><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Your communication superhighway, or your nervous system, coordinates and controls every function in your body through <strong>vital nerve messages</strong> and is responsible for ALL healing, repair and regeneration in your body. Your current level of health is the result of the quality and quantity of your nerve messages. When you have a healthy nerve system, you are better able to handle the challenges of life because you are able to adapt, heal and recover at your optimal best!</span>\r\n<h3><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">What is Vertebral Subluxation?</span></h3>\r\n<span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Vertebral Subluxation results when your spine moves out of its optimal, healthy shape and alignment and places pressure or stress on your nerve system. This results in interruption to the vital nerve messages that run your entire body and causes most of the unwanted health problems that people battle with every day. Physical, chemical, mental or emotional changes in your environment or body can create stress. Any stress that your body cannot adapt to may produce a vertebral subluxation. The combined effect of a variety of stresses and the development of vertebral subluxation can cause you to become ‘stressed out’. In essence, your body starts to shut down and gets slower and sicker with every moment that your nervous system is compromised.</span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/before-after-hips.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-46\" title=\"before-after-hips\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/before-after-hips-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /></a><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Because most people have never had their nervous system regularly checked for subluxation from the moment they were born, it’s likely that they have never <strong>functioned properly</strong> their entire life. But until you have something to compare your current level of health to, it’s hard to imagine what it would be like to have a mind and body and emotions that are functioning brilliantly. Most people judge their health by the presence or absence of symptoms. Symptoms may occur as soon as a vertebral subluxation is present <strong>HOWEVER</strong>, in most instances, a person may have subluxation for many months or years without even knowing it. Often we are not aware that vertebral subluxation is present unless a thorough chiropractic examination is conducted.</span>\r\n<h3><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">You can’t feel if you have Vertebral Subluxation!</span></h3>\r\n<span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Only 10% of your entire nerve system carries or perceives pain. Up to 90% can be heavily stressed without any alarms, whistles or warning bells. This is why vertebral subluxation is commonly referred to as the ‘silent killer’ because there are usually no early warning signs.<em><strong> Furthermore, this is the reason your family members, including infants, and friends should be checked for subluxation.</strong></em></span>\r\n<h3><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Your Posture is the Window to your Spine and Health.</span></h3>\r\n<span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Your spine is the most important factor affecting your posture. In order to have the best possible posture (and health), your spine has to be in the best possible condition. From the rear your spine should be perfectly straight ( figure 1). From the side you should see three curves, each having a 60º arc (figure 2). Science, anatomy, and physics all observe that a 60º arc offers the strongest defence against the destructive forces of gravity and movement.</span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/posture.gif\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-47\" title=\"posture\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/posture-268x300.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"268\" height=\"300\" /></a><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Although your symptoms are an important part of the picture, if they are present at all, they are not a reliable way of measuring your health or if your subluxations have been reduced. Remember that your symptoms are usually the tip of the iceberg. Through a series of re-evaluations, postural exams, educational programs and X rays, we will over time be able to closely monitor your progress. We take our role as your primary health and wellness team very seriously and advocate lifetime care of the spine and nerve system. We have a phenomenal move well, eat well, heal well and be well program that will teach you everything you need to know to get maximum results from your care. Our doctors graduated with degrees from the New Zealand College of Chiropractic and continue to study both nationally and internationally.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">An optimal spine and nerve system is a vital key to achieving optimal health for each person in your family. Early detection and reduction of subluxation will lead to a healthy body and mind at any stage of life.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong>North Shore Chiropractic … Your Family Chiropractors!</strong></span>','Subluxation and your Nerve System','','inherit','closed','closed','','1-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 03:00:09','2025-05-06 03:00:09','',1,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3875',0,'revision','',0),(3876,3,'2025-05-06 03:00:28','2025-05-06 03:00:28','<img class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3486\" src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/North-Shore-Chiro-Blog-5-Things-to-Do-After-Your-Chiropractic-Adjustment-1024x538.png\" alt=\"North Shore Chiro Blog - 5 Things to Do After Your Chiropractic Adjustment\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" />\r\n\r\n<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Choosing to see a chiropractor is an excellent first step toward improved mobility and wellness. By taking this step, you\'ll be on your way to regaining balance, alignment, and relief from chronic pain. However, it is not simply the responsibility of your chiropractor to help you achieve your health goals.</span>\r\n\r\n<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Aside from getting your adjustments at our practice, you must also be proactive in improving your health and practicing good self-care. One thing to watch out for is WHAT you do after your appointments. Your actions will either boost or break the effectiveness of your adjustments. If you want to get the best results possible, then you need to do your part. Let\'s look at the five things that we usually recommend people do after their adjustment:</span>\r\n<h4><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">#1 Stay hydrated all the time.</span></strong></h4>\r\n<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It’s important to drink a lot of water following an adjustment. Why? Because when you move and stimulate muscles and bones, there is often a release of toxins by the body. You can think of it as the body\'s way of taking out the \'trash\'. If you have so much toxicity built up in your system, the more you need to flush them out continuously. </span>\r\n\r\n<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Related Article: <a href=\"https://norwestchiro.co.nz/toxic-release-from-chiropractic-adjustments\">Toxic Release from Chiropractic Adjustments</a></span>\r\n\r\n<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The best way to expedite the flushing process is by increasing your water intake. Start by drinking a glass of water shortly after your adjustment and continue drinking more water for a few days following your adjustment. As soon as you flush all the toxins out, your body can start the healing process. At this stage, you may go back to drinking water 8 glasses a day, just to keep your joints hydrated and the body functioning correctly.</span>\r\n<h4><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">#2 Move a lot</span></strong></h4>\r\n<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">After your adjustment, you may notice that your mobility has improved. Your shoulder and arms can now reach a better height, or you may finally be able to stretch your neck or back more freely. This is all thanks to your body now adjusting to the correct alignment.</span>\r\n\r\n<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">However, this is just the transitional phase and if you are not careful, your body can still relapse to its previous terrible position. This is highly possible if you stay inactive and let yourself be stuck again in an awkward position for a prolonged time. So the best way to avoid this from happening is to do the opposite— </span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">stay active! </span></strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">By all means, do anything you can do to keep up your progress. Stretch your back, neck, and shoulder muscles daily so you keep the same level of mobility.</span>\r\n\r\n<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Also, it\'s important to maintain proper posture in every move you make. You want to make your body learn how to be in the correct position. To do that, you need to be aware of any awkward positions (like slouching) and do your best to avoid prolonged sitting because it causes you to slouch over time. In case your job/ hobby encourages you to do that (like desk jobs, painting, etc.) it might be best to switch to a desk that converts to a standing position. This way, you can stay active and switch positions throughout the day.</span>\r\n\r\n<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Related Article: <a href=\"https://norwestchiro.co.nz/stop-those-rounded-shoulders\">Best Exercise to stop rounded shoulders</a></span>\r\n<h4><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">#3 Don\'t forget your exercises</span></strong></h4>\r\n<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">After your adjustment, your chiropractor may also recommend specific exercises for you to follow. These exercises may be slightly unpleasant or appear to be not doing anything special, but trust us, they are something you should not skip. These exercises, if done correctly and regularly, can help you strengthen imbalanced muscles, speed up recovery, and minimize pain. You\'ll miss a big part of your healing if you\'re not completing your exercises. </span>\r\n<h4><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">#4 Get quality sleep</span></strong></h4>\r\n<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It\'s a no-brainer that we have to get sleep every day, and not just after an adjustment. Our body heals itself while we sleep, and if you don\'t get enough quality sleep, you\'re hindering your own\'s natural ability to heal. If you are currently having problems getting quality sleep, you probably need to change something about your sleeping environment. Sleeping on a mattress that is too soft or a pillow that is too thick can place your body in an uncomfortable posture. This is a big no-no, considering the body after an adjustment is just relearning to adjust to a proper alignment. To keep it that way, we suggest getting your body in a healthy alignment even when sleeping. Always opt for a firm mattress that will keep your spine straight, and a good pillow that will align your neck and spine. Talk to your chiropractor about what will work best for you.</span>\r\n\r\n<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Related Article: <a href=\"https://norwestchiro.co.nz/are-you-getting-quality-sleep\">Are you getting Quality Sleep?</a></span>\r\n<h4><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">#5 Turn up for your next appointment</span></strong></h4>\r\n<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">During your first visit, the chiropractor will create a care plan that is tailored to your body\'s needs. This could be for the short term or the long term depending on the severity of the issue. No matter how long your plan is, we highly suggest that you stick to it until the end. There will be times that you will feel good after one adjustment and that might tempt you to skip your next appointment. But we\'ll say this again— Don\'t skip it. Nothing will hurt more than the adjustment that you skipped.</span>\r\n\r\n<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Maintaining your sessions will not only help you avoid re-injury but also helps ensure that your mobility and alignment remain in good working condition in the future. So, to reap the maximum benefits of chiropractic and keep your progress, please continue your visits and stick to your care plan.</span>\r\n<h4><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Final Thoughts</span></strong></h4>\r\n<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Seeing us for a chiropractic session has a lot of advantages for your health. We will help you heal from injuries, regain mobility, and get rid of chronic pain. But the path to optimal health isn\'t as simple as getting adjustments from us. You have a part to do as wellâ — to be proactive about your own health and be mindful of the things you do outside the chiropractic clinic. To get the most out of your care plan and to truly maximise the benefits, please use these guidelines in between appointments.</span>\r\n\r\n<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Give us a call at <strong>09-4424310</strong> today if you\'re ready to book your appointment!</span>','5 Things to Do After Your Chiropractic Adjustment','','inherit','closed','closed','','3485-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 03:00:28','2025-05-06 03:00:28','',3485,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3876',0,'revision','',0),(3877,3,'2025-05-06 03:02:58','2025-05-06 03:02:58','Imagine yourself accidentally touching the hot stove while cooking breakfast. Ouch right? As we experience the burn, we feel an immediate sharp pain followed by a longer lasting, achy feeling. Now where do these unpleasant sensations come from?\r\n\r\nPain Perception, is the process by which a pain is relayed from the location of the painful stimulus to the central nervous system. One of the nerves present in the central nervous system called the sensory neurons are the ones that help you identify an object\'s texture (may it be sharp, rough or smooth, hot or cold). They are also responsible for sending messages from parts of the body, such as skin and muscles, back to the spinal cord and the brain to let you sense pain and feel other sensations.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_1339\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\"]<img class=\"size-big wp-image-1339\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Pain-Perception-and-Reflex-Action-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"Pain Transmission, how do we feel pain\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /> <em><strong>Pain Transmission. </strong>When we feel pain, pain receptors in skin sends impulses to the brain for perception and the processing of information. After that, interneurons send signals to a motor neuron for your body to take action.</em>[/caption]\r\n\r\nAs you experience actual or potential tissue damage such as burns for example, sensory neurons relay the painful stimulus and interneurons process the relayed information to pinpoint its exact location. After the processing of information, interneurons send signals to a motor neuron for you to take action. This quick reaction called a \'reflex action\' is what prevents you from further tissue damage.\r\n<h5>Lack of pain does not mean we are healthy</h5>\r\nFor many people, pain is the most common reason why they seek medical attention. They only go to the doctor when they feel pain. You may think that\'s sensible, but that\'s not really the case. Actually, pain is a very poor indicator of disease. While it is a warning sign that something is definitely wrong, lack of pain in the body still does not guarantee that you are perfectly healthy. In truth, you only have a limited 10% of your entire nervous system for sensing and perceiving pain meaning that the remaining 90% of the nerves can be severely stressed without any alarming signals.\r\n<h5>What your body does not usually recognize</h5>\r\nThere are certain diseases that our bodies don\'t  usually recognize as they have no early signs or symptoms. An example would be the silent coronary heart disease (CHD) that may differ between individuals. Silent CHD may not be diagnosed until a person has signs and symptoms of a heart attack or a heart failure. Another good example would be the presence of subluxations. A vertebral subluxation is commonly known as the \'silent enemy\' because the body hardly senses its early warning signs.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_1374\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"640\"]<img class=\"size-full wp-image-1374\" src=\"http://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Subluxation-and-Nerve-Interference.gif\" alt=\"Pain Transmission, how do we feel pain\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" /> <em>When subluxations occur there is pressure and irritation on the nerves. A nerve malfunction then happens and interfere with the signals traveling over those nerves. Parts of your body will not get the proper nerve messages and will not be able to function normally.</em>[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe safest way to determine if you suffer from subluxations is to receive a chiropractic checkup. Even in the absence of pain, periodic chiropractic evaluations helps check for the presence of subluxations and other spinal abnormalities that can negatively affect your nerve system flow.\r\n\r\nHave you been checked for subluxations? Do not wait for warning signs to appear. <a href=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/contact/\">Schedule your spinal check-up today</a>.\r\n<h5></h5>','How do we feel pain? Pain Perception','','inherit','closed','closed','','1330-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 03:02:58','2025-05-06 03:02:58','',1330,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3877',0,'revision','',0),(3879,3,'2025-05-06 03:54:14','2025-05-06 03:54:14','<!-- wp:fl-builder/layout -->\n<h1>\n		About Us\n	</h1>\n<h3>\n		Dr Eleanor Harley\n	</h3>\n<h4>\n		BChiro\n	</h4>\n	<p>Greetings and welcome to NSC! I was drawn to chiropractic because of its beautiful, grounding premise-that the body is intelligent and knows how to heal when given the right support. What inspires me most is the understanding that true health isn\'t just the absence of pain, but the ability to adapt, thrive, and stay connected to your body\'s innate wisdom. I believe one of the biggest challenges we face today is learning how to navigate the constant stress-physical, chemical, and emotional-that pulls us away from balance.</p>\n<p>As a mother of two teenagers, I am a passionate advocate of chiropractic care for the whole family. Whether you are seeking relief from discomfort, improved quality of life, or a competitive edge, I believe that chiropractic care can help you reach your goals.</p>\n<p>It is an honor to be part of your wellness journey, and I look forward to celebrating the many gains that come with a well-adjusted nervous system.</p>\n<p><strong>The greatest miracle I have seen so far:</strong></p>\n<p>I recently began working with a young woman with Meniere\'s disease. Despite taking several medications, she suffered debilitating attacks of vertigo every few days. After a single session with a very gentle technique, she spent the following two weeks free from dizziness. The body\'s capacity to heal itself is truly amazing!</p>\n<h4>Dr Eleanor\'s Hours</h4>\nMon 7.30-11.00AM and 2.30-6.30PM<br />\nWed 2.30-6.30PM\n				<img src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/headshot2.jpeg\" alt=\"headshot2\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"1088\" width=\"896\" title=\"headshot2\" onerror=\"this.style.display=\'none\'\"  />\n<h3>\n		Rachel\n	</h3>\n<h4>\n		Chirporactic Assistant\n	</h4>\n	Meet Rachel, our experienced Chiropractic Assistant who has been with NSC longer than any of us. She\'s the friendly face that keeps everything running smoothly, making sure every patient feels welcomed and informed. From the moment you walk through the door, Rachel ensures you understand what to expect as you begin your health journey with us.\n				<img src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/rachel-hs-cropped-771x1024.jpg\" alt=\"rachel hs cropped\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"1024\" width=\"771\" title=\"rachel hs cropped\" onerror=\"this.style.display=\'none\'\"  />\n\n<!-- /wp:fl-builder/layout -->','About','','inherit','closed','closed','','142-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 03:54:14','2025-05-06 03:54:14','',142,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3879',0,'revision','',0),(3880,3,'2025-05-06 22:24:15','2025-05-06 22:24:15','<!-- wp:fl-builder/layout -->\r\n<h1>About Us</h1>\r\n<h3>Dr Eleanor Harley</h3>\r\n<h4>BChiro</h4>\r\n<p>Greetings and welcome to NSC! I was drawn to chiropractic because of its beautiful, grounding premise-that the body is intelligent and knows how to heal when given the right support. What inspires me most is the understanding that true health isn\'t just the absence of pain, but the ability to adapt, thrive, and stay connected to your body\'s innate wisdom. I believe one of the biggest challenges we face today is learning how to navigate the constant stress-physical, chemical, and emotional-that pulls us away from balance.</p>\r\n<p>As a mother of two teenagers, I am a passionate advocate of chiropractic care for the whole family. Whether you are seeking relief from discomfort, improved quality of life, or a competitive edge, I believe that chiropractic care can help you reach your goals.</p>\r\n<p>It is an honor to be part of your wellness journey, and I look forward to celebrating the many gains that come with a well-adjusted nervous system.</p>\r\n<p><strong>The greatest miracle I have seen so far:</strong></p>\r\n<p>I recently began working with a young woman with Meniere\'s disease. Despite taking several medications, she suffered debilitating attacks of vertigo every few days. After a single session with a very gentle technique, she spent the following two weeks free from dizziness. The body\'s capacity to heal itself is truly amazing!</p>\r\n<h4>Dr Eleanor\'s Hours</h4>\r\n<p>Mon 7.30-11.00AM and 2.30-6.30PM<br />Wed 2.30-6.30PM <img title=\"headshot2\" src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/headshot2.jpeg\" alt=\"headshot2\" width=\"896\" height=\"1088\" /></p>\r\n<h3>Rachel</h3>\r\n<h4>Chirporactic Assistant</h4>\r\n<p>Meet Rachel, our experienced Chiropractic Assistant who has been with NSC longer than any of us. She\'s the friendly face that keeps everything running smoothly, making sure every patient feels welcomed and informed. From the moment you walk through the door, Rachel ensures you understand what to expect as you begin your health journey with us. <img title=\"rachel hs cropped\" src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/rachel-hs-cropped-771x1024.jpg\" alt=\"rachel hs cropped\" width=\"771\" height=\"1024\" /></p>\r\n<!-- /wp:fl-builder/layout -->','About','','inherit','closed','closed','','142-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 22:24:15','2025-05-06 22:24:15','',142,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3880',0,'revision','',0),(3885,3,'2025-05-06 22:29:48','2025-05-06 22:29:48','<!-- wp:fl-builder/layout -->\n\n				<img src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/North-Shore-Chiropractic.png\" alt=\"North Shore Chiropractic\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"1085\" width=\"1081\" title=\"North Shore Chiropractic\" onerror=\"this.style.display=\'none\'\"  />\n				<img src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Adjustment-5-1024x768.png\" alt=\"A woman receiving a chiropractic adjustment of her neck\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"768\" width=\"1024\" title=\"Adjustment-5\" onerror=\"this.style.display=\'none\'\"  />\n	North Shore Chiropractic<br />\nrepresents the best in progressive<br />\nand gentle family wellness<br />\nchiropractic care.\n	North Shore Chiropractic proudly serves families in Glenfield<br />\nand surrounding areas like Bayview, Birkenhead, Forrest Hill,<br />\nHillcrest, Totara Vale, Wairau Valley and Westlake.<br />\nWe offer expert chiropractic care that promotes optimal<br />\nhealth and well-being for all ages.\n				<img src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Spine-and-poster-2-768x1024.png\" alt=\"A model of a human spine in a chiropractic clinic\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"1024\" width=\"768\" title=\"Spine-and-poster-2\" onerror=\"this.style.display=\'none\'\"  />\n				<img src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/transforming-lifes.png\" alt=\"transforming lifes\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"1333\" width=\"2000\" title=\"transforming lifes\" onerror=\"this.style.display=\'none\'\"  />\n	We are deeply passionate about<br />\ntransforming the lives and health of our<br />\nclients and are committed to the delivery<br />\nof exceptional care and service.\n<h1>\n		NORTH SHORE CHIROPRACTIC SERVICES\n	</h1>\n	<p>North Shore Chiropractic has been looking after Glenfield and the wider north shore community for over 20 years. Recently under new ownership, the clinic has been refreshed with a renewed energy and commitment to excellence-while still honoring the values and care that patients have come to rely on.</p>\n<p>Whether you\'re new to chiropractic or continuing your wellness journey, we are here to support you with compassion, expertise, and a deep respect for the body\'s natural ability to heal and thrive.</p>\n<h2>\n		WHY CHOOSE NORTH SHORE CHIROPRACTIC?\n	</h2>\n	<p>Chiropractic offers a way back. It helps us reconnect with ourselves, listen more deeply, and become more aware of how it feels to truly live in our bodies. Whether that leads to smashing a personal best, picking up your grandkids, or simply putting on your own socks with ease-my goal is to help you experience a better quality of life. I love working with people of all ages, from tiny babies to the elderly, and everyone in between. Each person\'s journey is unique, and I\'m here to walk alongside you with care, respect, and support.</p>\n<h3>\n		OPENING HOURS\n	</h3>\n<h3>\n		Dr. Eleanor Harley\n	</h3>\n<h6>\n		BChiro, Chiropractor\n	</h6>\n	<p>[table id=1 /]</p>\n\n<!-- /wp:fl-builder/layout -->','Home','','inherit','closed','closed','','2-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 22:29:48','2025-05-06 22:29:48','',2,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3885',0,'revision','',0),(3886,3,'2025-05-06 22:31:08','2025-05-06 22:31:08','<!-- wp:fl-builder/layout --><!-- /wp:fl-builder/layout -->','Articles','','inherit','closed','closed','','146-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 22:31:08','2025-05-06 22:31:08','',146,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3886',0,'revision','',0),(3887,3,'2025-05-06 22:32:08','2025-05-06 22:32:08','<!-- wp:fl-builder/layout -->\r\n<h1>Book Appointment - Glenfield Office</h1>\r\n<p>Whether you have an urgent problem requiring immediate attention, are simply searching for regular ongoing chiropractic care, or just want to talk to our chiropractors about a specific concern, we are just one button away. Book your appointment today.</p>\r\n<p><iframe src=\"https://norwestchiro.apollo.practicehub.io/p/booking?lid=4&amp;embedded=true\" width=\"100%\" height=\"1300\"></iframe></p>\r\n<!-- /wp:fl-builder/layout -->','Book Online','','inherit','closed','closed','','3769-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 22:32:08','2025-05-06 22:32:08','',3769,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3887',0,'revision','',0),(3888,3,'2025-05-06 22:33:38','2025-05-06 22:33:38','<!-- wp:fl-builder/layout -->\r\n<h1>Contact Us</h1>\r\n<p><iframe src=\"https://www.google.com/maps/embed/v1/place?q=416+Glenfield+Road%2C+Glenfield%2C+Auckland+0629&amp;key=AIzaSyD09zQ9PNDNNy9TadMuzRV_UsPUoWKntt8\" aria-hidden=\"true\"></iframe> 416 Glenﬁeld Road, Glenﬁeld, Auckland 0632<br />Email: <a href=\"mailto:info@northshorechiro.co.nz\">info@northshorechiro.co.nz</a><br />Phone: <a href=\"tel:094424310\">09 442 4310</a></p>\r\n<p>[gravityform id=\"2\" title=\"false\"]</p>\r\n<!-- /wp:fl-builder/layout -->','Contact','','inherit','closed','closed','','53-revision-v1','','','2025-05-06 22:33:38','2025-05-06 22:33:38','',53,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3888',0,'revision','',0),(3890,3,'2025-05-06 22:36:44','2025-05-06 22:36:44','<!-- wp:fl-builder/layout -->\n<h1>\n		Our Chiropractic Care Services\n	</h1>\n	<p>At North Shore Chiropractic, your first two visits are designed to give us a clear understanding of your health and set the foundation for your chiropractic care.</p>\n<p>Your initial visit (30 minutes) begins with a detailed health history so we can fully understand your current state of health and any concerns you may have. This is followed by a thorough chiropractic examination of your spine and nervous system, along with other relevant tests. If clinically necessary, spinal x-rays will be taken on site to give us a clearer picture of what\'s going on beneath the surface.</p>\n<p>Your second visit is the Report of Findings (also 30 minutes), where we\'ll go through your x-rays and explain what we found. Based on your results, we\'ll provide tailored recommendations for care moving forward. This is a great time to ask questions, and you\'re welcome to bring a friend or family member for support.</p>\n<p>Following these visits, regular adjusting appointments are quicker and typically take just 10-15 minutes. These sessions are focused, efficient, and designed to keep you aligned and functioning at your best.</p>\n<p>The chiropractic services we provide include:</p>\n	<h2>Pregnancy</h2>\n<p>Chiropractic care during pregnancy can provide numerous benefits by supporting the body\'s natural ability to adapt to the physical and hormonal changes of gestation. As the baby grows, the mother\'s posture shifts, and the pelvis and spine can become misaligned, potentially leading to discomfort, back pain, and reduced pelvic balance. Chiropractors trained in prenatal care use gentle, specific techniques-such as the Webster Technique-to help maintain proper pelvic alignment, which may ease labor and delivery by creating optimal space for the baby (<sup>1</sup>Borggren, 2007). Regular chiropractic care can also reduce common pregnancy symptoms like sciatica, round ligament pain, and joint stress, promoting a more comfortable and balanced pregnancy experience.</p>\n	<h2>Elderly</h2>\n<p>Chiropractic care offers significant benefits for the elderly by promoting mobility, reducing pain, and supporting overall quality of life. As the body ages, spinal degeneration, joint stiffness, and decreased balance can impact daily functioning and independence. Gentle chiropractic adjustments help improve spinal alignment and joint function, which can enhance posture, coordination, and flexibility. Studies have shown that chiropractic care may also help manage conditions such as arthritis and chronic back pain, common among older adults, leading to reduced reliance on medication and improved well-being (<sup>2</sup>Weigel et al., 2010). From a holistic perspective, chiropractic care supports the body\'s natural healing processes, helping seniors maintain vitality and enjoy a more active, fulfilling life.</p>\n	<h2>Athletes</h2>\n<p>Athletes benefit greatly from chiropractic care as it helps enhance performance, prevent injuries, and speed up recovery. By ensuring proper spinal and joint alignment, chiropractic adjustments support optimal nervous system function and biomechanics, which can improve coordination, flexibility, and overall body efficiency. Regular care can also help address muscle imbalances, relieve tension, and reduce the risk of strains and sprains. Many professional athletes incorporate chiropractic into their training routines to stay in peak condition and recover faster after intense physical activity (<sup>3</sup>Zemper, 2005). Chiropractic care not only treats injuries but also supports long-term athletic health and performance.</p>\n	<h2>Babies, Children, and Teens</h2>\n<p>Chiropractic care can be beneficial for babies, young children, and teenagers by supporting proper spinal alignment, which may enhance the function of the nervous system-the body\'s master control system. From a vitalistic perspective, chiropractic care recognizes the body\'s innate intelligence, or natural ability to heal and regulate itself when free from interference. Gentle chiropractic adjustments in infants have been associated with relief from issues such as colic, sleep disturbances, and breastfeeding difficulties by helping restore balance in the nervous system (<sup>4</sup>Miller et al., 2009). For children and teens, chiropractic care not only aids in managing musculoskeletal discomfort and postural concerns, but also supports optimal growth, development, and energy flow, allowing the body to function at its highest potential (<sup>5</sup>Marchand, 2012). Many parents report improvements in their children\'s health and behavior following chiropractic care, often attributing it to a rebalancing of the body\'s innate healing abilities (<sup>6</sup>Alcantara et al., 2009).</p>\n	<h2>Acute, corrective, wellness</h2>\n<p>From a vitalistic chiropractic perspective, care is typically approached in three phases: acute, corrective, and wellness. Acute care focuses on addressing immediate symptoms and relieving pain caused by spinal misalignments or subluxations that interfere with the body\'s innate healing ability. Once symptoms improve, corrective care works to restore proper spinal alignment and posture, aiming to correct the underlying patterns that led to the imbalance in the first place. Finally, wellness care is ongoing and proactive, supporting the nervous system and enhancing the body\'s natural intelligence to maintain balance, adaptability, and optimal function. Rather than treating disease, this approach honors the body\'s innate wisdom and seeks to empower long-term health and vitality.</p>\n	<h2>References</h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Borggren, C.L. (2007). Pregnancy and chiropractic: a narrative review of the literature. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine, 6(2), 70-74.</li>\n<li>Weigel, P.A., Hockenberry, J.M., &amp; Wolinsky, F.D. (2010). Chiropractic use in the Medicare population: prevalence, patterns, and associations with 1-year changes in health and satisfaction with care. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, 33(9), 558-565.</li>\n<li>Zemper, E.D. (2005). Chiropractic treatment of athletic injuries: a review of the literature. Journal of Sports Science &amp; Medicine, 4(1), 64-73.</li>\n<li>Miller, J.E., Newell, D., &amp; Bolton, J.E. (2009). Efficacy of chiropractic manual therapy on infant colic: a pragmatic single-blind, randomized controlled trial. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, 32(8), 670-679.</li>\n<li>Marchand, A. (2012). Chiropractic care of children from birth to adolescence. Journal of the Canadian Chiropractic Association, 56(2), 128-133.</li>\n<li>Alcantara, J., Ohm, J., &amp; Kunz, D. (2009). The safety and effectiveness of pediatric chiropractic: a survey of chiropractors and parents in a practice-based research network. 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If clinically necessary, spinal x-rays will be taken on site to give us a clearer picture of what\'s going on beneath the surface.</p>\n<p>Your second visit is the Report of Findings (also 30 minutes), where we\'ll go through your x-rays and explain what we found. Based on your results, we\'ll provide tailored recommendations for care moving forward. This is a great time to ask questions, and you\'re welcome to bring a friend or family member for support.</p>\n<p>Following these visits, regular adjusting appointments are quicker and typically take just 10-15 minutes. These sessions are focused, efficient, and designed to keep you aligned and functioning at your best.</p>\n<p>The chiropractic services we provide include:</p>\n	<h2>Pregnancy</h2>\n<p>Chiropractic care during pregnancy can provide numerous benefits by supporting the body\'s natural ability to adapt to the physical and hormonal changes of gestation. As the baby grows, the mother\'s posture shifts, and the pelvis and spine can become misaligned, potentially leading to discomfort, back pain, and reduced pelvic balance. Chiropractors trained in prenatal care use gentle, specific techniques-such as the Webster Technique-to help maintain proper pelvic alignment, which may ease labor and delivery by creating optimal space for the baby (<sup>1</sup>Borggren, 2007). Regular chiropractic care can also reduce common pregnancy symptoms like sciatica, round ligament pain, and joint stress, promoting a more comfortable and balanced pregnancy experience.</p>\n	<h2>Elderly</h2>\n<p>Chiropractic care offers significant benefits for the elderly by promoting mobility, reducing pain, and supporting overall quality of life. As the body ages, spinal degeneration, joint stiffness, and decreased balance can impact daily functioning and independence. Gentle chiropractic adjustments help improve spinal alignment and joint function, which can enhance posture, coordination, and flexibility. Studies have shown that chiropractic care may also help manage conditions such as arthritis and chronic back pain, common among older adults, leading to reduced reliance on medication and improved well-being (<sup>2</sup>Weigel et al., 2010). From a holistic perspective, chiropractic care supports the body\'s natural healing processes, helping seniors maintain vitality and enjoy a more active, fulfilling life.</p>\n	<h2>Athletes</h2>\n<p>Athletes benefit greatly from chiropractic care as it helps enhance performance, prevent injuries, and speed up recovery. By ensuring proper spinal and joint alignment, chiropractic adjustments support optimal nervous system function and biomechanics, which can improve coordination, flexibility, and overall body efficiency. Regular care can also help address muscle imbalances, relieve tension, and reduce the risk of strains and sprains. Many professional athletes incorporate chiropractic into their training routines to stay in peak condition and recover faster after intense physical activity (<sup>3</sup>Zemper, 2005). Chiropractic care not only treats injuries but also supports long-term athletic health and performance.</p>\n	<h2>Babies, Children, and Teens</h2>\n<p>Chiropractic care can be beneficial for babies, young children, and teenagers by supporting proper spinal alignment, which may enhance the function of the nervous system-the body\'s master control system. From a vitalistic perspective, chiropractic care recognizes the body\'s innate intelligence, or natural ability to heal and regulate itself when free from interference. Gentle chiropractic adjustments in infants have been associated with relief from issues such as colic, sleep disturbances, and breastfeeding difficulties by helping restore balance in the nervous system (<sup>4</sup>Miller et al., 2009). For children and teens, chiropractic care not only aids in managing musculoskeletal discomfort and postural concerns, but also supports optimal growth, development, and energy flow, allowing the body to function at its highest potential (<sup>5</sup>Marchand, 2012). Many parents report improvements in their children\'s health and behavior following chiropractic care, often attributing it to a rebalancing of the body\'s innate healing abilities (<sup>6</sup>Alcantara et al., 2009).</p>\n	<h2>Acute, corrective, wellness</h2>\n<p>From a vitalistic chiropractic perspective, care is typically approached in three phases: acute, corrective, and wellness. Acute care focuses on addressing immediate symptoms and relieving pain caused by spinal misalignments or subluxations that interfere with the body\'s innate healing ability. Once symptoms improve, corrective care works to restore proper spinal alignment and posture, aiming to correct the underlying patterns that led to the imbalance in the first place. Finally, wellness care is ongoing and proactive, supporting the nervous system and enhancing the body\'s natural intelligence to maintain balance, adaptability, and optimal function. Rather than treating disease, this approach honors the body\'s innate wisdom and seeks to empower long-term health and vitality.</p>\n	<h2>References</h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Borggren, C.L. (2007). Pregnancy and chiropractic: a narrative review of the literature. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine, 6(2), 70-74.</li>\n<li>Weigel, P.A., Hockenberry, J.M., &amp; Wolinsky, F.D. (2010). 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As the baby grows, the mother\'s posture shifts, and the pelvis and spine can become misaligned, potentially leading to discomfort, back pain, and reduced pelvic balance. Chiropractors trained in prenatal care use gentle, specific techniques-such as the Webster Technique-to help maintain proper pelvic alignment, which may ease labor and delivery by creating optimal space for the baby (<sup>1</sup>Borggren, 2007). Regular chiropractic care can also reduce common pregnancy symptoms like sciatica, round ligament pain, and joint stress, promoting a more comfortable and balanced pregnancy experience.</p>\n	<h2>Elderly</h2>\n<p>Chiropractic care offers significant benefits for the elderly by promoting mobility, reducing pain, and supporting overall quality of life. As the body ages, spinal degeneration, joint stiffness, and decreased balance can impact daily functioning and independence. Gentle chiropractic adjustments help improve spinal alignment and joint function, which can enhance posture, coordination, and flexibility. Studies have shown that chiropractic care may also help manage conditions such as arthritis and chronic back pain, common among older adults, leading to reduced reliance on medication and improved well-being (<sup>2</sup>Weigel et al., 2010). From a holistic perspective, chiropractic care supports the body\'s natural healing processes, helping seniors maintain vitality and enjoy a more active, fulfilling life.</p>\n	<h2>Athletes</h2>\n<p>Athletes benefit greatly from chiropractic care as it helps enhance performance, prevent injuries, and speed up recovery. By ensuring proper spinal and joint alignment, chiropractic adjustments support optimal nervous system function and biomechanics, which can improve coordination, flexibility, and overall body efficiency. 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Gentle chiropractic adjustments in infants have been associated with relief from issues such as colic, sleep disturbances, and breastfeeding difficulties by helping restore balance in the nervous system (<sup>4</sup>Miller et al., 2009). For children and teens, chiropractic care not only aids in managing musculoskeletal discomfort and postural concerns, but also supports optimal growth, development, and energy flow, allowing the body to function at its highest potential (<sup>5</sup>Marchand, 2012). Many parents report improvements in their children\'s health and behavior following chiropractic care, often attributing it to a rebalancing of the body\'s innate healing abilities (<sup>6</sup>Alcantara et al., 2009).</p>\n	<h2>Acute, corrective, wellness</h2>\n<p>From a vitalistic chiropractic perspective, care is typically approached in three phases: acute, corrective, and wellness. Acute care focuses on addressing immediate symptoms and relieving pain caused by spinal misalignments or subluxations that interfere with the body\'s innate healing ability. Once symptoms improve, corrective care works to restore proper spinal alignment and posture, aiming to correct the underlying patterns that led to the imbalance in the first place. Finally, wellness care is ongoing and proactive, supporting the nervous system and enhancing the body\'s natural intelligence to maintain balance, adaptability, and optimal function. Rather than treating disease, this approach honors the body\'s innate wisdom and seeks to empower long-term health and vitality.</p>\n	<h2>References</h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Borggren, C.L. (2007). Pregnancy and chiropractic: a narrative review of the literature. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine, 6(2), 70-74.</li>\n<li>Weigel, P.A., Hockenberry, J.M., &amp; Wolinsky, F.D. (2010). 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Gentle chiropractic adjustments help improve spinal alignment and joint function, which can enhance posture, coordination, and flexibility. Studies have shown that chiropractic care may also help manage conditions such as arthritis and chronic back pain, common among older adults, leading to reduced reliance on medication and improved well-being (<sup>2</sup>Weigel et al., 2010). From a holistic perspective, chiropractic care supports the body\'s natural healing processes, helping seniors maintain vitality and enjoy a more active, fulfilling life.</p>\r\n<h2>Athletes</h2>\r\n<p>Athletes benefit greatly from chiropractic care as it helps enhance performance, prevent injuries, and speed up recovery. By ensuring proper spinal and joint alignment, chiropractic adjustments support optimal nervous system function and biomechanics, which can improve coordination, flexibility, and overall body efficiency. 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As the baby grows, the mother\'s posture shifts, and the pelvis and spine can become misaligned, potentially leading to discomfort, back pain, and reduced pelvic balance. Chiropractors trained in prenatal care use gentle, specific techniques-such as the Webster Technique-to help maintain proper pelvic alignment, which may ease labor and delivery by creating optimal space for the baby (<sup>1</sup>Borggren, 2007). Regular chiropractic care can also reduce common pregnancy symptoms like sciatica, round ligament pain, and joint stress, promoting a more comfortable and balanced pregnancy experience.</p>\n	<h2>Elderly</h2>\n<p>Chiropractic care offers significant benefits for the elderly by promoting mobility, reducing pain, and supporting overall quality of life. As the body ages, spinal degeneration, joint stiffness, and decreased balance can impact daily functioning and independence. Gentle chiropractic adjustments help improve spinal alignment and joint function, which can enhance posture, coordination, and flexibility. Studies have shown that chiropractic care may also help manage conditions such as arthritis and chronic back pain, common among older adults, leading to reduced reliance on medication and improved well-being (<sup>2</sup>Weigel et al., 2010). From a holistic perspective, chiropractic care supports the body\'s natural healing processes, helping seniors maintain vitality and enjoy a more active, fulfilling life.</p>\n	<h2>Athletes</h2>\n<p>Athletes benefit greatly from chiropractic care as it helps enhance performance, prevent injuries, and speed up recovery. By ensuring proper spinal and joint alignment, chiropractic adjustments support optimal nervous system function and biomechanics, which can improve coordination, flexibility, and overall body efficiency. 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Gentle chiropractic adjustments in infants have been associated with relief from issues such as colic, sleep disturbances, and breastfeeding difficulties by helping restore balance in the nervous system (<sup>4</sup>Miller et al., 2009). For children and teens, chiropractic care not only aids in managing musculoskeletal discomfort and postural concerns, but also supports optimal growth, development, and energy flow, allowing the body to function at its highest potential (<sup>5</sup>Marchand, 2012). Many parents report improvements in their children\'s health and behavior following chiropractic care, often attributing it to a rebalancing of the body\'s innate healing abilities (<sup>6</sup>Alcantara et al., 2009).</p>\n	<h2>Acute, corrective, wellness</h2>\n<p>From a vitalistic chiropractic perspective, care is typically approached in three phases: acute, corrective, and wellness. Acute care focuses on addressing immediate symptoms and relieving pain caused by spinal misalignments or subluxations that interfere with the body\'s innate healing ability. Once symptoms improve, corrective care works to restore proper spinal alignment and posture, aiming to correct the underlying patterns that led to the imbalance in the first place. Finally, wellness care is ongoing and proactive, supporting the nervous system and enhancing the body\'s natural intelligence to maintain balance, adaptability, and optimal function. Rather than treating disease, this approach honors the body\'s innate wisdom and seeks to empower long-term health and vitality.</p>\n	<h2>References</h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Borggren, C.L. (2007). Pregnancy and chiropractic: a narrative review of the literature. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine, 6(2), 70-74.</li>\n<li>Weigel, P.A., Hockenberry, J.M., &amp; Wolinsky, F.D. (2010). 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I was drawn to chiropractic because of its beautiful, grounding premise-that the body is intelligent and knows how to heal when given the right support. What inspires me most is the understanding that true health isn\'t just the absence of pain, but the ability to adapt, thrive, and stay connected to your body\'s innate wisdom. I believe one of the biggest challenges we face today is learning how to navigate the constant stress-physical, chemical, and emotional-that pulls us away from balance.</p>\n<p>As a mother of two teenagers, I am a passionate advocate of chiropractic care for the whole family. Whether you are seeking relief from discomfort, improved quality of life, or a competitive edge, I believe that chiropractic care can help you reach your goals.</p>\n<p>It is an honor to be part of your wellness journey, and I look forward to celebrating the many gains that come with a well-adjusted nervous system.</p>\n<p><strong>The greatest miracle I have seen so far:</strong></p>\n<p>I recently began working with a young woman with Meniere\'s disease. Despite taking several medications, she suffered debilitating attacks of vertigo every few days. After a single session with a very gentle technique, she spent the following two weeks free from dizziness. 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From the moment you walk through the door, Rachel ensures you understand what to expect as you begin your health journey with us.\n				<img src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/rachel-hs-cropped-771x1024.jpg\" alt=\"rachel hs cropped\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"1024\" width=\"771\" title=\"rachel hs cropped\" onerror=\"this.style.display=\'none\'\" loading=\'lazy\' />\n\n<!-- /wp:fl-builder/layout -->','About','','inherit','closed','closed','','142-revision-v1','','','2025-05-24 05:57:24','2025-05-24 05:57:24','',142,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3920',0,'revision','',0),(3921,3,'2025-05-24 05:58:06','2025-05-24 05:58:06','<!-- wp:fl-builder/layout -->\n\n				<img src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/North-Shore-Chiropractic.png\" alt=\"North Shore Chiropractic\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"1085\" width=\"1081\" title=\"North Shore Chiropractic\" onerror=\"this.style.display=\'none\'\" loading=\'lazy\' />\n				<img src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Adjustment-5-1024x768.png\" alt=\"A woman receiving a chiropractic adjustment of her neck\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"768\" width=\"1024\" title=\"Adjustment-5\" onerror=\"this.style.display=\'none\'\" loading=\'lazy\' />\n	North Shore Chiropractic<br />\nrepresents the best in progressive<br />\nand gentle family wellness<br />\nchiropractic care.\n	North Shore Chiropractic proudly serves families in Glenfield<br />\nand surrounding areas like Bayview, Birkenhead, Forrest Hill,<br />\nHillcrest, Totara Vale, Wairau Valley and Westlake.<br />\nWe offer expert chiropractic care that promotes optimal<br />\nhealth and well-being for all ages.\n				<img src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Spine-and-poster-2-768x1024.png\" alt=\"A model of a human spine in a chiropractic clinic\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"1024\" width=\"768\" title=\"Spine-and-poster-2\" onerror=\"this.style.display=\'none\'\" loading=\'lazy\' />\n				<img src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/transforming-lifes.png\" alt=\"transforming lifes\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"1333\" width=\"2000\" title=\"transforming lifes\" onerror=\"this.style.display=\'none\'\" loading=\'lazy\' />\n	We are deeply passionate about<br />\ntransforming the lives and health of our<br />\nclients and are committed to the delivery<br />\nof exceptional care and service.\n<h1>\n			NORTH SHORE CHIROPRACTIC SERVICES	</h1>\n	<p>North Shore Chiropractic has been looking after Glenfield and the wider north shore community for over 20 years. Recently under new ownership, the clinic has been refreshed with a renewed energy and commitment to excellence-while still honoring the values and care that patients have come to rely on.</p>\n<p>Whether you\'re new to chiropractic or continuing your wellness journey, we are here to support you with compassion, expertise, and a deep respect for the body\'s natural ability to heal and thrive.</p>\n<h2>\n			WHY CHOOSE NORTH SHORE CHIROPRACTIC?	</h2>\n	<p>Chiropractic offers a way back. It helps us reconnect with ourselves, listen more deeply, and become more aware of how it feels to truly live in our bodies. Whether that leads to smashing a personal best, picking up your grandkids, or simply putting on your own socks with ease-my goal is to help you experience a better quality of life. I love working with people of all ages, from tiny babies to the elderly, and everyone in between. Each person\'s journey is unique, and I\'m here to walk alongside you with care, respect, and support.</p>\n		<meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/North-Shore-Chiro-Horizontal.mp4\" />[video src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/North-Shore-Chiro-Horizontal.mp4\" mp4=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/North-Shore-Chiro-Horizontal.mp4\" poster=\"\" ][/video]	\n<h3>\n			OPENING HOURS	</h3>\n<h3>\n			Dr. Eleanor Harley	</h3>\n<h6>\n			BChiro, Chiropractor	</h6>\n	<p>[table id=1 /]</p>\n\n<!-- /wp:fl-builder/layout -->','Home','','inherit','closed','closed','','2-revision-v1','','','2025-05-24 05:58:06','2025-05-24 05:58:06','',2,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3921',0,'revision','',0),(3922,3,'2025-05-24 06:00:58','2025-05-24 06:00:58','[[\"Monday\",\"7.00am - 11.00am\"],[\"\",\"2.00pm - 7.00pm\"],[\"Tuesday\",\"4.30pm - 7.00pm\"],[\"Wednesday\",\"2.00pm - 7.00pm\"],[\"Thursday\",\"7.00am - 11.00am\"],[\"\",\"2.00pm - 7.00pm\"],[\"Friday\",\"8.00am - 10.00am\"],[\"Saturday\",\"10.00am - 12.00pm\"]]','Opening Hours - Dr Eleanor Harley','','inherit','closed','closed','','3730-revision-v1','','','2025-05-24 06:00:58','2025-05-24 06:00:58','',3730,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3922',0,'revision','',0),(3923,3,'2025-05-26 23:02:07','2025-05-26 23:02:07','<!-- wp:fl-builder/layout -->\r\n<h1>\r\n			Privacy Policy	</h1>\r\n	<p>We collect personal information from you, which may include:</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Your name</li>\r\n<li>Contact information (such as email address, phone number, and/or postal address)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p>We collect your personal information for the following purposes:</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>To respond to your inquiries and expressions of interest regarding our services.</li>\r\n<li>To provide you with relevant information about our services.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p>Providing some information is optional. However, if you choose not to provide any contact details, we may be unable to respond to your inquiries or provide you with the information you requested. You have the right to:</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.</li>\r\n<li>Request the correction of your personal information if you believe it is inaccurate.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p>To exercise these rights, please contact us at: <a href=\"mailto:info@northshorechiro.co.nz\">info@northshorechiro.co.nz</a>.</p>\r\n\r\n<!-- /wp:fl-builder/layout -->','Privacy Policy','','publish','closed','closed','','privacy-policy','','','2025-05-26 23:05:27','2025-05-26 23:05:27','',0,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?page_id=3923',0,'page','',0),(3924,3,'2025-05-26 23:02:07','2025-05-26 23:02:07','<!-- wp:fl-builder/layout -->\r\n<h1>\r\n		Our Chiropractic Care Services\r\n	</h1>\r\n	<p>At North Shore Chiropractic, your first two visits are designed to give us a clear understanding of your health and set the foundation for your chiropractic care.</p>\r\n<p>Your initial visit (30 minutes) begins with a detailed health history so we can fully understand your current state of health and any concerns you may have. This is followed by a thorough chiropractic examination of your spine and nervous system, along with other relevant tests. If clinically necessary, spinal x-rays will be taken on site to give us a clearer picture of what\'s going on beneath the surface.</p>\r\n<p>Your second visit is the Report of Findings (also 30 minutes), where we\'ll go through your x-rays and explain what we found. Based on your results, we\'ll provide tailored recommendations for care moving forward. This is a great time to ask questions, and you\'re welcome to bring a friend or family member for support.</p>\r\n<p>Following these visits, <a href=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/book-online/\">regular adjusting appointments</a> are quicker and typically take just 10-15 minutes. These sessions are focused, efficient, and designed to keep you aligned and functioning at your best.</p>\r\n<p>The chiropractic services we provide include:</p>\r\n	<h2>Pregnancy</h2>\r\n<p>Chiropractic care during pregnancy can provide numerous benefits by supporting the body\'s natural ability to adapt to the physical and hormonal changes of gestation. As the baby grows, the mother\'s posture shifts, and the pelvis and spine can become misaligned, potentially leading to discomfort, back pain, and reduced pelvic balance. Chiropractors trained in prenatal care use gentle, specific techniques-such as the Webster Technique-to help maintain proper pelvic alignment, which may ease labor and delivery by creating optimal space for the baby (<sup>1</sup>Borggren, 2007). Regular chiropractic care can also reduce common pregnancy symptoms like sciatica, round ligament pain, and joint stress, promoting a more comfortable and balanced pregnancy experience.</p>\r\n	<h2>Elderly</h2>\r\n<p>Chiropractic care offers significant benefits for the elderly by promoting mobility, reducing pain, and supporting overall quality of life. As the body ages, spinal degeneration, joint stiffness, and decreased balance can impact daily functioning and independence. Gentle chiropractic adjustments help improve spinal alignment and joint function, which can enhance posture, coordination, and flexibility. Studies have shown that chiropractic care may also help manage conditions such as arthritis and chronic back pain, common among older adults, leading to reduced reliance on medication and improved well-being (<sup>2</sup>Weigel et al., 2010). From a holistic perspective, chiropractic care supports the body\'s natural healing processes, helping seniors maintain vitality and enjoy a more active, fulfilling life.</p>\r\n	<h2>Athletes</h2>\r\n<p>Athletes benefit greatly from chiropractic care as it helps enhance performance, prevent injuries, and speed up recovery. By ensuring proper spinal and joint alignment, chiropractic adjustments support optimal nervous system function and biomechanics, which can improve coordination, flexibility, and overall body efficiency. Regular care can also help address muscle imbalances, relieve tension, and reduce the risk of strains and sprains. Many professional athletes incorporate chiropractic into their training routines to stay in peak condition and recover faster after intense physical activity (<sup>3</sup>Zemper, 2005). Chiropractic care not only treats injuries but also supports long-term athletic health and performance.</p>\r\n	<h2>Babies, Children, and Teens</h2>\r\n<p>Chiropractic care can be beneficial for babies, young children, and teenagers by supporting proper spinal alignment, which may enhance the function of the nervous system-the body\'s master control system. From a vitalistic perspective, chiropractic care recognizes the body\'s innate intelligence, or natural ability to heal and regulate itself when free from interference. Gentle chiropractic adjustments in infants have been associated with relief from issues such as colic, sleep disturbances, and breastfeeding difficulties by helping restore balance in the nervous system (<sup>4</sup>Miller et al., 2009). For children and teens, chiropractic care not only aids in managing musculoskeletal discomfort and postural concerns, but also supports optimal growth, development, and energy flow, allowing the body to function at its highest potential (<sup>5</sup>Marchand, 2012). Many parents report improvements in their children\'s health and behavior following chiropractic care, often attributing it to a rebalancing of the body\'s innate healing abilities (<sup>6</sup>Alcantara et al., 2009).</p>\r\n	<h2>Acute, corrective, wellness</h2>\r\n<p>From a vitalistic chiropractic perspective, care is typically approached in three phases: acute, corrective, and wellness. Acute care focuses on addressing immediate symptoms and relieving pain caused by spinal misalignments or subluxations that interfere with the body\'s innate healing ability. Once symptoms improve, corrective care works to restore proper spinal alignment and posture, aiming to correct the underlying patterns that led to the imbalance in the first place. Finally, wellness care is ongoing and proactive, supporting the nervous system and enhancing the body\'s natural intelligence to maintain balance, adaptability, and optimal function. Rather than treating disease, this approach honors the body\'s innate wisdom and seeks to empower long-term health and vitality.</p>\r\n	<h2>References</h2>\r\n<ol>\r\n<li>Borggren, C.L. (2007). Pregnancy and chiropractic: a narrative review of the literature. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine, 6(2), 70-74.</li>\r\n<li>Weigel, P.A., Hockenberry, J.M., &amp; Wolinsky, F.D. (2010). Chiropractic use in the Medicare population: prevalence, patterns, and associations with 1-year changes in health and satisfaction with care. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, 33(9), 558-565.</li>\r\n<li>Zemper, E.D. (2005). Chiropractic treatment of athletic injuries: a review of the literature. Journal of Sports Science &amp; Medicine, 4(1), 64-73.</li>\r\n<li>Miller, J.E., Newell, D., &amp; Bolton, J.E. (2009). Efficacy of chiropractic manual therapy on infant colic: a pragmatic single-blind, randomized controlled trial. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, 32(8), 670-679.</li>\r\n<li>Marchand, A. (2012). Chiropractic care of children from birth to adolescence. Journal of the Canadian Chiropractic Association, 56(2), 128-133.</li>\r\n<li>Alcantara, J., Ohm, J., &amp; Kunz, D. (2009). The safety and effectiveness of pediatric chiropractic: a survey of chiropractors and parents in a practice-based research network. 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However, if you choose not to provide any contact details, we may be unable to respond to your inquiries or provide you with the information you requested. 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All Rights Reserved. Proudly NZ Owned</p>\n\n<!-- /wp:fl-builder/layout -->','Footer','','inherit','closed','closed','','125-revision-v1','','','2025-05-26 23:22:37','2025-05-26 23:22:37','',125,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3927',0,'revision','',0),(3928,3,'2025-05-26 23:25:07','2025-05-26 23:25:07','<!-- wp:fl-builder/layout -->\n<h1>\n			About Us	</h1>\n<h3>\n			Dr Eleanor Harley	</h3>\n<h4>\n			BChiro	</h4>\n	<p>Greetings and welcome to NSC! I was drawn to chiropractic because of its beautiful, grounding premise-that the body is intelligent and knows how to heal when given the right support. What inspires me most is the understanding that true health isn\'t just the absence of pain, but the ability to adapt, thrive, and stay connected to your body\'s innate wisdom. I believe one of the biggest challenges we face today is learning how to navigate the constant stress-physical, chemical, and emotional-that pulls us away from balance.</p>\n<p>As a mother of two teenagers, I am a passionate advocate of chiropractic care for the whole family. Whether you are seeking relief from discomfort, improved quality of life, or a competitive edge, I believe that chiropractic care can help you reach your goals.</p>\n<p>It is an honor to be part of your wellness journey, and I look forward to celebrating the many gains that come with a well-adjusted nervous system.</p>\n<p><strong>The greatest miracle I have seen so far:</strong></p>\n<p>I recently began working with a young woman with Ménière\'s disease. Despite taking several medications, she suffered debilitating attacks of vertigo every few days. After a single session with a very gentle technique, she spent the following two weeks free from dizziness. The body\'s capacity to heal itself is truly amazing!</p>\n<h4>Dr Eleanor\'s Hours</h4>\nMon 7.30-11.00AM and 2.30-6.30PM<br />\nWed 2.30-6.30PM\n				<img src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/headshot2.jpeg\" alt=\"headshot2\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"1088\" width=\"896\" title=\"headshot2\" onerror=\"this.style.display=\'none\'\" loading=\'lazy\' />\n<h3>\n			Rachel	</h3>\n<h4>\n			Chiropractic Assistant	</h4>\n	Meet Rachel, our experienced Chiropractic Assistant who has been with NSC longer than any of us. She\'s the friendly face that keeps everything running smoothly, making sure every patient feels welcomed and informed. From the moment you walk through the door, Rachel ensures you understand what to expect as you begin your health journey with us.\n				<img src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/rachel-hs-cropped-771x1024.jpg\" alt=\"rachel hs cropped\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"1024\" width=\"771\" title=\"rachel hs cropped\" onerror=\"this.style.display=\'none\'\" loading=\'lazy\' />\n\n<!-- /wp:fl-builder/layout -->','About','','inherit','closed','closed','','142-revision-v1','','','2025-05-26 23:25:07','2025-05-26 23:25:07','',142,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3928',0,'revision','',0),(3930,6,'2025-05-27 23:39:35','2025-05-27 23:39:35','<!-- wp:fl-builder/layout -->\n<h1>\n			About Us	</h1>\n<h3>\n			Dr Eleanor Harley	</h3>\n<h4>\n			BChiro	</h4>\n	<p>Greetings and welcome to NSC! I was drawn to chiropractic because of its beautiful, grounding premise-that the body is intelligent and knows how to heal when given the right support. What inspires me most is the understanding that true health isn\'t just the absence of pain, but the ability to adapt, thrive, and stay connected to your body\'s innate wisdom. I believe one of the biggest challenges we face today is learning how to navigate the constant stress-physical, chemical, and emotional-that pulls us away from balance.</p>\n<p>As a mother of two teenagers, I am a passionate advocate of chiropractic care for the whole family. Whether you are seeking relief from discomfort, improved quality of life, or a competitive edge, I believe that chiropractic care can help you reach your goals.</p>\n<p>It is an honor to be part of your wellness journey, and I look forward to celebrating the many gains that come with a well-adjusted nervous system.</p>\n<p><strong>The greatest miracle I have seen so far:</strong></p>\n<p>I recently began working with a young woman with Ménière\'s disease. Despite taking several medications, she suffered debilitating attacks of vertigo every few days. After a single session with a very gentle technique, she spent the following two weeks free from dizziness. The body\'s capacity to heal itself is truly amazing!</p>\n				<img src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/headshot2.jpeg\" alt=\"headshot2\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"1088\" width=\"896\" title=\"headshot2\" onerror=\"this.style.display=\'none\'\" loading=\'lazy\' />\n<h3>\n			Rachel	</h3>\n<h4>\n			Chiropractic Assistant	</h4>\n	Meet Rachel, our experienced Chiropractic Assistant who has been with NSC longer than any of us. She\'s the friendly face that keeps everything running smoothly, making sure every patient feels welcomed and informed. 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North Shore Chiropractic proudly serves families in Glenfield<br />and surrounding areas like Bayview, Birkenhead, Forrest Hill,<br />Hillcrest, Totara Vale, Wairau Valley and Westlake.<br />We offer expert chiropractic care that promotes optimal<br />health and well-being for all ages. <img title=\"Spine-and-poster-2\" src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Spine-and-poster-2-768x1024.png\" alt=\"A model of a human spine in a chiropractic clinic\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" /> <img title=\"transforming lifes\" src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/transforming-lifes.png\" alt=\"transforming lifes\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" /> We are deeply passionate about<br />transforming the lives and health of our<br />clients and are committed to the delivery<br />of exceptional care and service.</p>\r\n<h1>NORTH SHORE CHIROPRACTIC SERVICES</h1>\r\n<p>North Shore Chiropractic has been looking after Glenfield and the wider north shore community for over 20 years. Recently under new ownership, the clinic has been refreshed with a renewed energy and commitment to excellence-while still honoring the values and care that patients have come to rely on.</p>\r\n<p>Whether you\'re new to chiropractic or continuing your wellness journey, we are here to support you with compassion, expertise, and a deep respect for the body\'s natural ability to heal and thrive.</p>\r\n<h2>WHY CHOOSE NORTH SHORE CHIROPRACTIC?</h2>\r\n<p>Chiropractic offers a way back. It helps us reconnect with ourselves, listen more deeply, and become more aware of how it feels to truly live in our bodies. Whether that leads to smashing a personal best, picking up your grandkids, or simply putting on your own socks with ease-my goal is to help you experience a better quality of life. I love working with people of all ages, from tiny babies to the elderly, and everyone in between. Each person\'s journey is unique, and I\'m here to walk alongside you with care, respect, and support.</p>\r\n<p>[video src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/North-Shore-Chiro-Horizontal.mp4\" mp4=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/North-Shore-Chiro-Horizontal.mp4\" poster=\"\" ][/video]</p>\r\n<h3>OPENING HOURS</h3>\r\n<h3>Dr. Eleanor Harley</h3>\r\n<h6>BChiro, Chiropractor</h6>\r\n<p>[table id=1 /]</p>\r\n<!-- /wp:fl-builder/layout -->','Home','','inherit','closed','closed','','2-revision-v1','','','2025-06-09 23:12:09','2025-06-09 23:12:09','',2,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3934',0,'revision','',0),(3935,6,'2025-06-10 21:51:24','2025-06-10 21:51:24','<!-- wp:fl-builder/layout -->\r\n<h1>About Us</h1>\r\n<h3>Dr Eleanor Harley</h3>\r\n<h4>BChiro</h4>\r\n<p>Greetings and welcome to NSC! I was drawn to chiropractic because of its beautiful, grounding premise-that the body is intelligent and knows how to heal when given the right support. What inspires me most is the understanding that true health isn\'t just the absence of pain, but the ability to adapt, thrive, and stay connected to your body\'s innate wisdom. I believe one of the biggest challenges we face today is learning how to navigate the constant stress-physical, chemical, and emotional-that pulls us away from balance.</p>\r\n<p>As a mother of two teenagers, I am a passionate advocate of chiropractic care for the whole family. Whether you are seeking relief from discomfort, improved quality of life, or a competitive edge, I believe that chiropractic care can help you reach your goals.</p>\r\n<p>It is an honor to be part of your wellness journey, and I look forward to celebrating the many gains that come with a well-adjusted nervous system.</p>\r\n<p><strong>The greatest miracle I have seen so far:</strong></p>\r\n<p>I recently began working with a young woman with Ménière\'s disease. Despite taking several medications, she suffered debilitating attacks of vertigo every few days. After a single session with a very gentle technique, she spent the following two weeks free from dizziness. The body\'s capacity to heal itself is truly amazing!</p>\r\n<p><img title=\"headshot2\" src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/headshot2.jpeg\" alt=\"headshot2\" width=\"896\" height=\"1088\" /></p>\r\n<h3>Rachel</h3>\r\n<h4>Chiropractic Assistant</h4>\r\n<p>Meet Rachel, our experienced Chiropractic Assistant who has been with NSC longer than any of us. She\'s the friendly face that keeps everything running smoothly, making sure every patient feels welcomed and informed. From the moment you walk through the door, Rachel ensures you understand what to expect as you begin your health journey with us. <img title=\"rachel hs cropped\" src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/rachel-hs-cropped-771x1024.jpg\" alt=\"rachel hs cropped\" width=\"771\" height=\"1024\" /></p>\r\n<!-- /wp:fl-builder/layout -->','About','','inherit','closed','closed','','142-revision-v1','','','2025-06-10 21:51:24','2025-06-10 21:51:24','',142,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3935',0,'revision','',0),(3936,6,'2025-06-11 01:25:05','2025-06-11 01:25:05','<!-- wp:fl-builder/layout -->\n<h1>\n			About Us	</h1>\n<h3>\n			Dr Eleanor Harley	</h3>\n<h4>\n			BChiro	</h4>\n	<p>Greetings and welcome to NSC! I was drawn to chiropractic because of its beautiful, grounding premise-that the body is intelligent and knows how to heal when given the right support. What inspires me most is the understanding that true health isn\'t just the absence of pain, but the ability to adapt, thrive, and stay connected to your body\'s innate wisdom. I believe one of the biggest challenges we face today is learning how to navigate the constant stress-physical, chemical, and emotional-that pulls us away from balance.</p>\n<p>As a mother of two teenagers, I am a passionate advocate of chiropractic care for the whole family. Whether you are seeking relief from discomfort, improved quality of life, or a competitive edge, I believe that chiropractic care can help you reach your goals.</p>\n<p>It is an honor to be part of your wellness journey, and I look forward to celebrating the many gains that come with a well-adjusted nervous system.</p>\n<p><strong>The greatest miracle I have seen so far:</strong></p>\n<p>I recently began working with a young woman with Ménière\'s disease. Despite taking several medications, she suffered debilitating attacks of vertigo every few days. After a single session with a very gentle technique, she spent the following two weeks free from dizziness. The body\'s capacity to heal itself is truly amazing!</p>\n				<img src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/headshot2.jpeg\" alt=\"headshot2\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"1088\" width=\"896\" title=\"headshot2\" onerror=\"this.style.display=\'none\'\" loading=\'lazy\' />\n\n<!-- /wp:fl-builder/layout -->','About','','inherit','closed','closed','','142-revision-v1','','','2025-06-11 01:25:05','2025-06-11 01:25:05','',142,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3936',0,'revision','',0),(3943,6,'2025-08-26 02:44:52','2025-08-26 02:44:52','<img class=\"size-large wp-image-3945 aligncenter\" src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/first-appoinement-1024x535.png\" alt=\"Automatically generate alt text for images in over 130 languages. Start Free Trial Click to select or drop a new image Use setting Optional A chiropractic adjustment table in an exam room with text overlay: &quot;What to Expect at Your First Chiropractic Appointment.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"535\" />\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, based right here in Glenfield, we’re committed to creating a welcoming and informative experience for all our new clients. This guide will help you feel prepared and confident ahead of your first chiropractic visit.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Who We Are &amp; Our Approach</b></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">North Shore Chiropractic has been supporting families across Glenfield and the greater North Shore area for over 20 years. Our lead chiropractor, Dr Eleanor Harley (BChiro), believes in supporting the body’s natural function through gentle, evidence-informed care, and values long‑term wellness over quick fixes.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Whether you\'re managing posture issues from office work, staying active in local sports, or simply looking to support your everyday movement, we’re here to help you maintain your spinal health and overall wellbeing.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>\r\nYour First Visit</b><b></b></span></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Your initial appointment is focused on getting to know you: your lifestyle, your health background, and your reasons for seeking chiropractic care. It typically includes:</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Assessment &amp; History (~30 mins)</b><b></b></p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">We begin the consultation by discussing your current concerns and any discomfort or movement issues you may be experiencing. We’ll also take a detailed health history to ensure we understand your overall wellbeing and any relevant medical conditions.</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Based on this information, we’ll assess your posture, flexibility, and general range of motion. This helps us identify patterns that may be contributing to discomfort or tension.</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">As part of this process, postural photos may be taken (with your consent). These photos help us visually assess your alignment and track changes over time. They are a useful tool for both you and your chiropractor to understand your unique posture patterns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Imaging &amp; Clinical Assessment</b><b></b></p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Digital spinal X-rays are taken on-site as part of your initial assessment. These images provide detailed insight into the structure of your spine and help inform clinical decisions. This imaging is included in your initial consultation fee and is only performed when clinically appropriate, with your informed consent.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b> Preparing for Your First Appointment:</b></p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Wear comfortable clothing suitable for movement</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Arrive a few minutes early to complete any forms</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Bring anything relevant like ACC claim numbers or health documentation (if applicable)</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Remove any jewellery while the x-rays are being taken</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Do You Get Adjusted on the First Visit?</b></p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Your chiropractor will only proceed with care if it\'s clinically appropriate, based on your health history and examination results.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, our approach is thoughtful, professional, and fully guided by your comfort and informed consent.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>\r\nSecond Appointment</b><b></b></span></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Report of Findings (~30 mins)</b><b></b></p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At your second visit, we\'ll present and explain your findings. We’ll discuss your assessment results, any imaging findings, and offer personalised care recommendations. You\'re welcome to bring a friend or family member for support or questions.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>\r\nFollow-Up Visits</b><b></b></span></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Ongoing Adjustments (10–15 mins)</b><b></b></p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Once your care plan is established, follow-up visits are short and focused (typically 10–15 minutes). These visits aim to support spinal function and your overall wellbeing in a safe, consistent manner.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>\r\nCommon Questions Answered</b><b></b></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Do I need a referral?\r\n</b>You can book directly. No GP referral is required to see a chiropractor in New Zealand.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Is chiropractic safe and regulated?\r\n</b>Chiropractic care in New Zealand is regulated by the Chiropractic Board of New Zealand. North Shore Chiropractic follows professional and safety standards in all care.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Are you ACC registered?\r\n</b>Yes. North Shore Chiropractic is an ACC-registered provider and can assist with claim submission directly.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>\r\nReady to Schedule Your First Chiropractic Visit?</b><b></b></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, our goal is to help you feel informed, comfortable, and supported from day one. Whether you\'re visiting for posture support, general spinal care, or simply exploring options for everyday movement, your first chiropractic visit is the beginning of discovering how chiropractic care may support your lifestyle.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>\r\nContact us today </b></h3>\r\n09 442 4310 or book online\r\n416 Glenfield Road, Glenfield, Auckland 0632\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>\r\n</b>We look forward to partnering with you on your wellness journey.</p>','What to Expect at Your First Chiropractic Appointment','','publish','closed','closed','','what-to-expect-at-your-first-chiropractic-appointment','','','2025-08-26 03:13:38','2025-08-26 03:13:38','',0,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3943',0,'post','',0),(3944,6,'2025-08-26 02:40:51','2025-08-26 02:40:51','<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, based right here in Glenfield, we’re committed to creating a welcoming and informative experience for all our new clients. This guide will help you feel prepared and confident ahead of your first chiropractic visit.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><b>Who We Are &amp; Our Approach</b></h2>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">North Shore Chiropractic has been supporting families across Glenfield and the greater North Shore area for over 20 years. Our lead chiropractor, Dr Eleanor Harley (BChiro), believes in supporting the body’s natural function through gentle, evidence-informed care, and values long‑term wellness over quick fixes.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Whether you\'re managing posture issues from office work, staying active in local sports, or simply looking to support your everyday movement, we’re here to help you maintain your spinal health and overall wellbeing.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Your First Visit</b><b></b></span></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Your initial appointment is focused on getting to know you: your lifestyle, your health background, and your reasons for seeking chiropractic care. It typically includes:</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Assessment &amp; History (~30 mins)</b><b></b></p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">We begin the consultation by discussing your current concerns and any discomfort or movement issues you may be experiencing. We’ll also take a detailed health history to ensure we understand your overall wellbeing and any relevant medical conditions.</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Based on this information, we’ll assess your posture, flexibility, and general range of motion. This helps us identify patterns that may be contributing to discomfort or tension.</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">As part of this process, postural photos may be taken (with your consent). These photos help us visually assess your alignment and track changes over time. They are a useful tool for both you and your chiropractor to understand your unique posture patterns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Imaging &amp; Clinical Assessment</b><b></b></p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Digital spinal X-rays are taken on-site as part of your initial assessment. These images provide detailed insight into the structure of your spine and help inform clinical decisions. This imaging is included in your initial consultation fee and is only performed when clinically appropriate, with your informed consent.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b> Preparing for Your First Appointment:</b></p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Wear comfortable clothing suitable for movement</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Arrive a few minutes early to complete any forms</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Bring anything relevant like ACC claim numbers or health documentation (if applicable)</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Remove any jewellery while the x-rays are being taken</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Do You Get Adjusted on the First Visit?</b></p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Your chiropractor will only proceed with care if it\'s clinically appropriate, based on your health history and examination results.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, our approach is thoughtful, professional, and fully guided by your comfort and informed consent.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Second Appointment</b><b></b></span></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Report of Findings (~30 mins)</b><b></b></p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At your second visit, we\'ll present and explain your findings. We’ll discuss your assessment results, any imaging findings, and offer personalised care recommendations. You\'re welcome to bring a friend or family member for support or questions.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Follow-Up Visits</b><b></b></span></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Ongoing Adjustments (10–15 mins)</b><b></b></p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Once your care plan is established, follow-up visits are short and focused (typically 10–15 minutes). These visits aim to support spinal function and your overall wellbeing in a safe, consistent manner.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Common Questions Answered</b><b></b></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Do I need a referral?\r\n</b>You can book directly. No GP referral is required to see a chiropractor in New Zealand.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Is chiropractic safe and regulated?\r\n</b>Chiropractic care in New Zealand is regulated by the Chiropractic Board of New Zealand. North Shore Chiropractic follows professional and safety standards in all care.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Are you ACC registered?\r\n</b>Yes. North Shore Chiropractic is an ACC-registered provider and can assist with claim submission directly.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Ready to Schedule Your First Chiropractic Visit?</b><b></b></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, our goal is to help you feel informed, comfortable, and supported from day one. Whether you\'re visiting for posture support, general spinal care, or simply exploring options for everyday movement, your first chiropractic visit is the beginning of discovering how chiropractic care may support your lifestyle.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Contact us today </b>\r\n\r\n09 442 4310 or book online\r\n416 Glenfield Road, Glenfield, Auckland 0632</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>\r\n</b>We look forward to partnering with you on your wellness journey.</p>','What to Expect at Your First Chiropractic Appointment','','inherit','closed','closed','','3943-revision-v1','','','2025-08-26 02:40:51','2025-08-26 02:40:51','',3943,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3944',0,'revision','',0),(3945,6,'2025-08-26 02:43:22','2025-08-26 02:43:22','','first appoinement','','inherit','closed','closed','','first-appoinement','','','2025-08-26 02:44:15','2025-08-26 02:44:15','',3943,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/first-appoinement.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(3946,6,'2025-08-26 02:44:52','2025-08-26 02:44:52','<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, based right here in Glenfield, we’re committed to creating a welcoming and informative experience for all our new clients. This guide will help you feel prepared and confident ahead of your first chiropractic visit.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><b>Who We Are &amp; Our Approach</b></h2>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">North Shore Chiropractic has been supporting families across Glenfield and the greater North Shore area for over 20 years. Our lead chiropractor, Dr Eleanor Harley (BChiro), believes in supporting the body’s natural function through gentle, evidence-informed care, and values long‑term wellness over quick fixes.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Whether you\'re managing posture issues from office work, staying active in local sports, or simply looking to support your everyday movement, we’re here to help you maintain your spinal health and overall wellbeing.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Your First Visit</b><b></b></span></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Your initial appointment is focused on getting to know you: your lifestyle, your health background, and your reasons for seeking chiropractic care. It typically includes:</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Assessment &amp; History (~30 mins)</b><b></b></p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">We begin the consultation by discussing your current concerns and any discomfort or movement issues you may be experiencing. We’ll also take a detailed health history to ensure we understand your overall wellbeing and any relevant medical conditions.</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Based on this information, we’ll assess your posture, flexibility, and general range of motion. This helps us identify patterns that may be contributing to discomfort or tension.</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">As part of this process, postural photos may be taken (with your consent). These photos help us visually assess your alignment and track changes over time. They are a useful tool for both you and your chiropractor to understand your unique posture patterns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Imaging &amp; Clinical Assessment</b><b></b></p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Digital spinal X-rays are taken on-site as part of your initial assessment. These images provide detailed insight into the structure of your spine and help inform clinical decisions. This imaging is included in your initial consultation fee and is only performed when clinically appropriate, with your informed consent.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b> Preparing for Your First Appointment:</b></p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Wear comfortable clothing suitable for movement</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Arrive a few minutes early to complete any forms</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Bring anything relevant like ACC claim numbers or health documentation (if applicable)</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Remove any jewellery while the x-rays are being taken</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Do You Get Adjusted on the First Visit?</b></p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Your chiropractor will only proceed with care if it\'s clinically appropriate, based on your health history and examination results.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, our approach is thoughtful, professional, and fully guided by your comfort and informed consent.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Second Appointment</b><b></b></span></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Report of Findings (~30 mins)</b><b></b></p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At your second visit, we\'ll present and explain your findings. We’ll discuss your assessment results, any imaging findings, and offer personalised care recommendations. You\'re welcome to bring a friend or family member for support or questions.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Follow-Up Visits</b><b></b></span></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Ongoing Adjustments (10–15 mins)</b><b></b></p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Once your care plan is established, follow-up visits are short and focused (typically 10–15 minutes). These visits aim to support spinal function and your overall wellbeing in a safe, consistent manner.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Common Questions Answered</b><b></b></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Do I need a referral?\r\n</b>You can book directly. No GP referral is required to see a chiropractor in New Zealand.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Is chiropractic safe and regulated?\r\n</b>Chiropractic care in New Zealand is regulated by the Chiropractic Board of New Zealand. North Shore Chiropractic follows professional and safety standards in all care.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Are you ACC registered?\r\n</b>Yes. North Shore Chiropractic is an ACC-registered provider and can assist with claim submission directly.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Ready to Schedule Your First Chiropractic Visit?</b><b></b></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, our goal is to help you feel informed, comfortable, and supported from day one. Whether you\'re visiting for posture support, general spinal care, or simply exploring options for everyday movement, your first chiropractic visit is the beginning of discovering how chiropractic care may support your lifestyle.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Contact us today </b></p>\r\n09 442 4310 or book online\r\n416 Glenfield Road, Glenfield, Auckland 0632\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>\r\n</b>We look forward to partnering with you on your wellness journey.</p>','What to Expect at Your First Chiropractic Appointment','','inherit','closed','closed','','3943-revision-v1','','','2025-08-26 02:44:52','2025-08-26 02:44:52','',3943,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3946',0,'revision','',0),(3947,6,'2025-08-26 02:46:03','2025-08-26 02:46:03','<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, based right here in Glenfield, we’re committed to creating a welcoming and informative experience for all our new clients. This guide will help you feel prepared and confident ahead of your first chiropractic visit.</p>\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><b>Who We Are &amp; Our Approach</b></h2>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">North Shore Chiropractic has been supporting families across Glenfield and the greater North Shore area for over 20 years. Our lead chiropractor, Dr Eleanor Harley (BChiro), believes in supporting the body’s natural function through gentle, evidence-informed care, and values long‑term wellness over quick fixes.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Whether you\'re managing posture issues from office work, staying active in local sports, or simply looking to support your everyday movement, we’re here to help you maintain your spinal health and overall wellbeing.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>\r\nYour First Visit</b><b></b></span></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Your initial appointment is focused on getting to know you: your lifestyle, your health background, and your reasons for seeking chiropractic care. It typically includes:</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Assessment &amp; History (~30 mins)</b><b></b></p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">We begin the consultation by discussing your current concerns and any discomfort or movement issues you may be experiencing. We’ll also take a detailed health history to ensure we understand your overall wellbeing and any relevant medical conditions.</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Based on this information, we’ll assess your posture, flexibility, and general range of motion. This helps us identify patterns that may be contributing to discomfort or tension.</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">As part of this process, postural photos may be taken (with your consent). These photos help us visually assess your alignment and track changes over time. They are a useful tool for both you and your chiropractor to understand your unique posture patterns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Imaging &amp; Clinical Assessment</b><b></b></p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Digital spinal X-rays are taken on-site as part of your initial assessment. These images provide detailed insight into the structure of your spine and help inform clinical decisions. This imaging is included in your initial consultation fee and is only performed when clinically appropriate, with your informed consent.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b> Preparing for Your First Appointment:</b></p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Wear comfortable clothing suitable for movement</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Arrive a few minutes early to complete any forms</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Bring anything relevant like ACC claim numbers or health documentation (if applicable)</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Remove any jewellery while the x-rays are being taken</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Do You Get Adjusted on the First Visit?</b></p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Your chiropractor will only proceed with care if it\'s clinically appropriate, based on your health history and examination results.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, our approach is thoughtful, professional, and fully guided by your comfort and informed consent.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>\r\nSecond Appointment</b><b></b></span></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Report of Findings (~30 mins)</b><b></b></p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At your second visit, we\'ll present and explain your findings. We’ll discuss your assessment results, any imaging findings, and offer personalised care recommendations. You\'re welcome to bring a friend or family member for support or questions.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>\r\nFollow-Up Visits</b><b></b></span></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Ongoing Adjustments (10–15 mins)</b><b></b></p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Once your care plan is established, follow-up visits are short and focused (typically 10–15 minutes). These visits aim to support spinal function and your overall wellbeing in a safe, consistent manner.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>\r\nCommon Questions Answered</b><b></b></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Do I need a referral?\r\n</b>You can book directly. No GP referral is required to see a chiropractor in New Zealand.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Is chiropractic safe and regulated?\r\n</b>Chiropractic care in New Zealand is regulated by the Chiropractic Board of New Zealand. North Shore Chiropractic follows professional and safety standards in all care.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Are you ACC registered?\r\n</b>Yes. North Shore Chiropractic is an ACC-registered provider and can assist with claim submission directly.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>\r\nReady to Schedule Your First Chiropractic Visit?</b><b></b></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, our goal is to help you feel informed, comfortable, and supported from day one. Whether you\'re visiting for posture support, general spinal care, or simply exploring options for everyday movement, your first chiropractic visit is the beginning of discovering how chiropractic care may support your lifestyle.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>\r\nContact us today </b></h3>\r\n09 442 4310 or book online\r\n416 Glenfield Road, Glenfield, Auckland 0632\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>\r\n</b>We look forward to partnering with you on your wellness journey.</p>','What to Expect at Your First Chiropractic Appointment','','inherit','closed','closed','','3943-revision-v1','','','2025-08-26 02:46:03','2025-08-26 02:46:03','',3943,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3947',0,'revision','',0),(3948,6,'2025-08-26 02:49:27','2025-08-26 02:49:27','<img class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-3945\" src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/first-appoinement-300x157.png\" alt=\"Automatically generate alt text for images in over 130 languages. Start Free Trial Click to select or drop a new image Use setting Optional A chiropractic adjustment table in an exam room with text overlay: &quot;What to Expect at Your First Chiropractic Appointment.\" width=\"300\" height=\"157\" />\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, based right here in Glenfield, we’re committed to creating a welcoming and informative experience for all our new clients. This guide will help you feel prepared and confident ahead of your first chiropractic visit.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Who We Are &amp; Our Approach</b></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">North Shore Chiropractic has been supporting families across Glenfield and the greater North Shore area for over 20 years. Our lead chiropractor, Dr Eleanor Harley (BChiro), believes in supporting the body’s natural function through gentle, evidence-informed care, and values long‑term wellness over quick fixes.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Whether you\'re managing posture issues from office work, staying active in local sports, or simply looking to support your everyday movement, we’re here to help you maintain your spinal health and overall wellbeing.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>\r\nYour First Visit</b><b></b></span></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Your initial appointment is focused on getting to know you: your lifestyle, your health background, and your reasons for seeking chiropractic care. It typically includes:</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Assessment &amp; History (~30 mins)</b><b></b></p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">We begin the consultation by discussing your current concerns and any discomfort or movement issues you may be experiencing. We’ll also take a detailed health history to ensure we understand your overall wellbeing and any relevant medical conditions.</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Based on this information, we’ll assess your posture, flexibility, and general range of motion. This helps us identify patterns that may be contributing to discomfort or tension.</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">As part of this process, postural photos may be taken (with your consent). These photos help us visually assess your alignment and track changes over time. They are a useful tool for both you and your chiropractor to understand your unique posture patterns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Imaging &amp; Clinical Assessment</b><b></b></p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Digital spinal X-rays are taken on-site as part of your initial assessment. These images provide detailed insight into the structure of your spine and help inform clinical decisions. This imaging is included in your initial consultation fee and is only performed when clinically appropriate, with your informed consent.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b> Preparing for Your First Appointment:</b></p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Wear comfortable clothing suitable for movement</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Arrive a few minutes early to complete any forms</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Bring anything relevant like ACC claim numbers or health documentation (if applicable)</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Remove any jewellery while the x-rays are being taken</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Do You Get Adjusted on the First Visit?</b></p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Your chiropractor will only proceed with care if it\'s clinically appropriate, based on your health history and examination results.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, our approach is thoughtful, professional, and fully guided by your comfort and informed consent.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>\r\nSecond Appointment</b><b></b></span></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Report of Findings (~30 mins)</b><b></b></p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At your second visit, we\'ll present and explain your findings. We’ll discuss your assessment results, any imaging findings, and offer personalised care recommendations. You\'re welcome to bring a friend or family member for support or questions.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>\r\nFollow-Up Visits</b><b></b></span></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Ongoing Adjustments (10–15 mins)</b><b></b></p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Once your care plan is established, follow-up visits are short and focused (typically 10–15 minutes). These visits aim to support spinal function and your overall wellbeing in a safe, consistent manner.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>\r\nCommon Questions Answered</b><b></b></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Do I need a referral?\r\n</b>You can book directly. No GP referral is required to see a chiropractor in New Zealand.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Is chiropractic safe and regulated?\r\n</b>Chiropractic care in New Zealand is regulated by the Chiropractic Board of New Zealand. North Shore Chiropractic follows professional and safety standards in all care.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Are you ACC registered?\r\n</b>Yes. North Shore Chiropractic is an ACC-registered provider and can assist with claim submission directly.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>\r\nReady to Schedule Your First Chiropractic Visit?</b><b></b></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, our goal is to help you feel informed, comfortable, and supported from day one. Whether you\'re visiting for posture support, general spinal care, or simply exploring options for everyday movement, your first chiropractic visit is the beginning of discovering how chiropractic care may support your lifestyle.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>\r\nContact us today </b></h3>\r\n09 442 4310 or book online\r\n416 Glenfield Road, Glenfield, Auckland 0632\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>\r\n</b>We look forward to partnering with you on your wellness journey.</p>','What to Expect at Your First Chiropractic Appointment','','inherit','closed','closed','','3943-revision-v1','','','2025-08-26 02:49:27','2025-08-26 02:49:27','',3943,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3948',0,'revision','',0),(3949,6,'2025-08-26 02:50:44','2025-08-26 02:50:44','<img class=\"alignnone  wp-image-3945\" src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/first-appoinement-300x157.png\" alt=\"Automatically generate alt text for images in over 130 languages. Start Free Trial Click to select or drop a new image Use setting Optional A chiropractic adjustment table in an exam room with text overlay: &quot;What to Expect at Your First Chiropractic Appointment.\" width=\"774\" height=\"405\" />\n<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, based right here in Glenfield, we’re committed to creating a welcoming and informative experience for all our new clients. This guide will help you feel prepared and confident ahead of your first chiropractic visit.</p>\n\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Who We Are &amp; Our Approach</b></h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">North Shore Chiropractic has been supporting families across Glenfield and the greater North Shore area for over 20 years. Our lead chiropractor, Dr Eleanor Harley (BChiro), believes in supporting the body’s natural function through gentle, evidence-informed care, and values long‑term wellness over quick fixes.</p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Whether you\'re managing posture issues from office work, staying active in local sports, or simply looking to support your everyday movement, we’re here to help you maintain your spinal health and overall wellbeing.</p>\n\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>\nYour First Visit</b><b></b></span></h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Your initial appointment is focused on getting to know you: your lifestyle, your health background, and your reasons for seeking chiropractic care. It typically includes:</p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Assessment &amp; History (~30 mins)</b><b></b></p>\n\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n 	<li class=\"li1\">We begin the consultation by discussing your current concerns and any discomfort or movement issues you may be experiencing. We’ll also take a detailed health history to ensure we understand your overall wellbeing and any relevant medical conditions.</li>\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Based on this information, we’ll assess your posture, flexibility, and general range of motion. This helps us identify patterns that may be contributing to discomfort or tension.</li>\n 	<li class=\"li1\">As part of this process, postural photos may be taken (with your consent). These photos help us visually assess your alignment and track changes over time. They are a useful tool for both you and your chiropractor to understand your unique posture patterns.</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Imaging &amp; Clinical Assessment</b><b></b></p>\n\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Digital spinal X-rays are taken on-site as part of your initial assessment. These images provide detailed insight into the structure of your spine and help inform clinical decisions. This imaging is included in your initial consultation fee and is only performed when clinically appropriate, with your informed consent.</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b> Preparing for Your First Appointment:</b></p>\n\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Wear comfortable clothing suitable for movement</li>\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Arrive a few minutes early to complete any forms</li>\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Bring anything relevant like ACC claim numbers or health documentation (if applicable)</li>\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Remove any jewellery while the x-rays are being taken</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Do You Get Adjusted on the First Visit?</b></p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Your chiropractor will only proceed with care if it\'s clinically appropriate, based on your health history and examination results.</p>\n<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, our approach is thoughtful, professional, and fully guided by your comfort and informed consent.</p>\n\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>\nSecond Appointment</b><b></b></span></h3>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Report of Findings (~30 mins)</b><b></b></p>\n<p class=\"p1\">At your second visit, we\'ll present and explain your findings. We’ll discuss your assessment results, any imaging findings, and offer personalised care recommendations. You\'re welcome to bring a friend or family member for support or questions.</p>\n\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>\nFollow-Up Visits</b><b></b></span></h3>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Ongoing Adjustments (10–15 mins)</b><b></b></p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Once your care plan is established, follow-up visits are short and focused (typically 10–15 minutes). These visits aim to support spinal function and your overall wellbeing in a safe, consistent manner.</p>\n\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>\nCommon Questions Answered</b><b></b></h3>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Do I need a referral?\n</b>You can book directly. No GP referral is required to see a chiropractor in New Zealand.</p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Is chiropractic safe and regulated?\n</b>Chiropractic care in New Zealand is regulated by the Chiropractic Board of New Zealand. North Shore Chiropractic follows professional and safety standards in all care.</p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Are you ACC registered?\n</b>Yes. North Shore Chiropractic is an ACC-registered provider and can assist with claim submission directly.</p>\n\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>\nReady to Schedule Your First Chiropractic Visit?</b><b></b></h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, our goal is to help you feel informed, comfortable, and supported from day one. Whether you\'re visiting for posture support, general spinal care, or simply exploring options for everyday movement, your first chiropractic visit is the beginning of discovering how chiropractic care may support your lifestyle.</p>\n\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>\nContact us today </b></h3>\n09 442 4310 or book online\n416 Glenfield Road, Glenfield, Auckland 0632\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>\n</b>We look forward to partnering with you on your wellness journey.</p>','What to Expect at Your First Chiropractic Appointment','','inherit','closed','closed','','3943-autosave-v1','','','2025-08-26 02:50:44','2025-08-26 02:50:44','',3943,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3949',0,'revision','',0),(3950,6,'2025-08-26 02:51:07','2025-08-26 02:51:07','<img class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-3945\" src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/first-appoinement-1024x535.png\" alt=\"Automatically generate alt text for images in over 130 languages. Start Free Trial Click to select or drop a new image Use setting Optional A chiropractic adjustment table in an exam room with text overlay: &quot;What to Expect at Your First Chiropractic Appointment.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"535\" />\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, based right here in Glenfield, we’re committed to creating a welcoming and informative experience for all our new clients. This guide will help you feel prepared and confident ahead of your first chiropractic visit.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Who We Are &amp; Our Approach</b></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">North Shore Chiropractic has been supporting families across Glenfield and the greater North Shore area for over 20 years. Our lead chiropractor, Dr Eleanor Harley (BChiro), believes in supporting the body’s natural function through gentle, evidence-informed care, and values long‑term wellness over quick fixes.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Whether you\'re managing posture issues from office work, staying active in local sports, or simply looking to support your everyday movement, we’re here to help you maintain your spinal health and overall wellbeing.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>\r\nYour First Visit</b><b></b></span></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Your initial appointment is focused on getting to know you: your lifestyle, your health background, and your reasons for seeking chiropractic care. It typically includes:</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Assessment &amp; History (~30 mins)</b><b></b></p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">We begin the consultation by discussing your current concerns and any discomfort or movement issues you may be experiencing. We’ll also take a detailed health history to ensure we understand your overall wellbeing and any relevant medical conditions.</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Based on this information, we’ll assess your posture, flexibility, and general range of motion. This helps us identify patterns that may be contributing to discomfort or tension.</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">As part of this process, postural photos may be taken (with your consent). These photos help us visually assess your alignment and track changes over time. They are a useful tool for both you and your chiropractor to understand your unique posture patterns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Imaging &amp; Clinical Assessment</b><b></b></p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Digital spinal X-rays are taken on-site as part of your initial assessment. These images provide detailed insight into the structure of your spine and help inform clinical decisions. This imaging is included in your initial consultation fee and is only performed when clinically appropriate, with your informed consent.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b> Preparing for Your First Appointment:</b></p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Wear comfortable clothing suitable for movement</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Arrive a few minutes early to complete any forms</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Bring anything relevant like ACC claim numbers or health documentation (if applicable)</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Remove any jewellery while the x-rays are being taken</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Do You Get Adjusted on the First Visit?</b></p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Your chiropractor will only proceed with care if it\'s clinically appropriate, based on your health history and examination results.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, our approach is thoughtful, professional, and fully guided by your comfort and informed consent.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>\r\nSecond Appointment</b><b></b></span></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Report of Findings (~30 mins)</b><b></b></p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At your second visit, we\'ll present and explain your findings. We’ll discuss your assessment results, any imaging findings, and offer personalised care recommendations. You\'re welcome to bring a friend or family member for support or questions.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>\r\nFollow-Up Visits</b><b></b></span></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Ongoing Adjustments (10–15 mins)</b><b></b></p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Once your care plan is established, follow-up visits are short and focused (typically 10–15 minutes). These visits aim to support spinal function and your overall wellbeing in a safe, consistent manner.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>\r\nCommon Questions Answered</b><b></b></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Do I need a referral?\r\n</b>You can book directly. No GP referral is required to see a chiropractor in New Zealand.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Is chiropractic safe and regulated?\r\n</b>Chiropractic care in New Zealand is regulated by the Chiropractic Board of New Zealand. North Shore Chiropractic follows professional and safety standards in all care.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Are you ACC registered?\r\n</b>Yes. North Shore Chiropractic is an ACC-registered provider and can assist with claim submission directly.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>\r\nReady to Schedule Your First Chiropractic Visit?</b><b></b></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, our goal is to help you feel informed, comfortable, and supported from day one. Whether you\'re visiting for posture support, general spinal care, or simply exploring options for everyday movement, your first chiropractic visit is the beginning of discovering how chiropractic care may support your lifestyle.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>\r\nContact us today </b></h3>\r\n09 442 4310 or book online\r\n416 Glenfield Road, Glenfield, Auckland 0632\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>\r\n</b>We look forward to partnering with you on your wellness journey.</p>','What to Expect at Your First Chiropractic Appointment','','inherit','closed','closed','','3943-revision-v1','','','2025-08-26 02:51:07','2025-08-26 02:51:07','',3943,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3950',0,'revision','',0),(3951,6,'2025-08-26 02:52:18','2025-08-26 02:52:18','<img class=\"size-large wp-image-3945 alignnone\" src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/first-appoinement-1024x535.png\" alt=\"Automatically generate alt text for images in over 130 languages. Start Free Trial Click to select or drop a new image Use setting Optional A chiropractic adjustment table in an exam room with text overlay: &quot;What to Expect at Your First Chiropractic Appointment.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"535\" />\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, based right here in Glenfield, we’re committed to creating a welcoming and informative experience for all our new clients. This guide will help you feel prepared and confident ahead of your first chiropractic visit.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Who We Are &amp; Our Approach</b></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">North Shore Chiropractic has been supporting families across Glenfield and the greater North Shore area for over 20 years. Our lead chiropractor, Dr Eleanor Harley (BChiro), believes in supporting the body’s natural function through gentle, evidence-informed care, and values long‑term wellness over quick fixes.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Whether you\'re managing posture issues from office work, staying active in local sports, or simply looking to support your everyday movement, we’re here to help you maintain your spinal health and overall wellbeing.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>\r\nYour First Visit</b><b></b></span></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Your initial appointment is focused on getting to know you: your lifestyle, your health background, and your reasons for seeking chiropractic care. It typically includes:</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Assessment &amp; History (~30 mins)</b><b></b></p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">We begin the consultation by discussing your current concerns and any discomfort or movement issues you may be experiencing. We’ll also take a detailed health history to ensure we understand your overall wellbeing and any relevant medical conditions.</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Based on this information, we’ll assess your posture, flexibility, and general range of motion. This helps us identify patterns that may be contributing to discomfort or tension.</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">As part of this process, postural photos may be taken (with your consent). These photos help us visually assess your alignment and track changes over time. They are a useful tool for both you and your chiropractor to understand your unique posture patterns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Imaging &amp; Clinical Assessment</b><b></b></p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Digital spinal X-rays are taken on-site as part of your initial assessment. These images provide detailed insight into the structure of your spine and help inform clinical decisions. This imaging is included in your initial consultation fee and is only performed when clinically appropriate, with your informed consent.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b> Preparing for Your First Appointment:</b></p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Wear comfortable clothing suitable for movement</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Arrive a few minutes early to complete any forms</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Bring anything relevant like ACC claim numbers or health documentation (if applicable)</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Remove any jewellery while the x-rays are being taken</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Do You Get Adjusted on the First Visit?</b></p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Your chiropractor will only proceed with care if it\'s clinically appropriate, based on your health history and examination results.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, our approach is thoughtful, professional, and fully guided by your comfort and informed consent.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>\r\nSecond Appointment</b><b></b></span></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Report of Findings (~30 mins)</b><b></b></p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At your second visit, we\'ll present and explain your findings. We’ll discuss your assessment results, any imaging findings, and offer personalised care recommendations. You\'re welcome to bring a friend or family member for support or questions.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>\r\nFollow-Up Visits</b><b></b></span></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Ongoing Adjustments (10–15 mins)</b><b></b></p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Once your care plan is established, follow-up visits are short and focused (typically 10–15 minutes). These visits aim to support spinal function and your overall wellbeing in a safe, consistent manner.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>\r\nCommon Questions Answered</b><b></b></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Do I need a referral?\r\n</b>You can book directly. No GP referral is required to see a chiropractor in New Zealand.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Is chiropractic safe and regulated?\r\n</b>Chiropractic care in New Zealand is regulated by the Chiropractic Board of New Zealand. North Shore Chiropractic follows professional and safety standards in all care.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Are you ACC registered?\r\n</b>Yes. North Shore Chiropractic is an ACC-registered provider and can assist with claim submission directly.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>\r\nReady to Schedule Your First Chiropractic Visit?</b><b></b></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, our goal is to help you feel informed, comfortable, and supported from day one. Whether you\'re visiting for posture support, general spinal care, or simply exploring options for everyday movement, your first chiropractic visit is the beginning of discovering how chiropractic care may support your lifestyle.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>\r\nContact us today </b></h3>\r\n09 442 4310 or book online\r\n416 Glenfield Road, Glenfield, Auckland 0632\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>\r\n</b>We look forward to partnering with you on your wellness journey.</p>','What to Expect at Your First Chiropractic Appointment','','inherit','closed','closed','','3943-revision-v1','','','2025-08-26 02:52:18','2025-08-26 02:52:18','',3943,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3951',0,'revision','',0),(3952,6,'2025-08-26 02:52:33','2025-08-26 02:52:33','<img class=\"size-large wp-image-3945 aligncenter\" src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/first-appoinement-1024x535.png\" alt=\"Automatically generate alt text for images in over 130 languages. Start Free Trial Click to select or drop a new image Use setting Optional A chiropractic adjustment table in an exam room with text overlay: &quot;What to Expect at Your First Chiropractic Appointment.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"535\" />\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, based right here in Glenfield, we’re committed to creating a welcoming and informative experience for all our new clients. This guide will help you feel prepared and confident ahead of your first chiropractic visit.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>Who We Are &amp; Our Approach</b></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">North Shore Chiropractic has been supporting families across Glenfield and the greater North Shore area for over 20 years. Our lead chiropractor, Dr Eleanor Harley (BChiro), believes in supporting the body’s natural function through gentle, evidence-informed care, and values long‑term wellness over quick fixes.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Whether you\'re managing posture issues from office work, staying active in local sports, or simply looking to support your everyday movement, we’re here to help you maintain your spinal health and overall wellbeing.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>\r\nYour First Visit</b><b></b></span></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Your initial appointment is focused on getting to know you: your lifestyle, your health background, and your reasons for seeking chiropractic care. It typically includes:</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Assessment &amp; History (~30 mins)</b><b></b></p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">We begin the consultation by discussing your current concerns and any discomfort or movement issues you may be experiencing. We’ll also take a detailed health history to ensure we understand your overall wellbeing and any relevant medical conditions.</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Based on this information, we’ll assess your posture, flexibility, and general range of motion. This helps us identify patterns that may be contributing to discomfort or tension.</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">As part of this process, postural photos may be taken (with your consent). These photos help us visually assess your alignment and track changes over time. They are a useful tool for both you and your chiropractor to understand your unique posture patterns.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Imaging &amp; Clinical Assessment</b><b></b></p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Digital spinal X-rays are taken on-site as part of your initial assessment. These images provide detailed insight into the structure of your spine and help inform clinical decisions. This imaging is included in your initial consultation fee and is only performed when clinically appropriate, with your informed consent.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b> Preparing for Your First Appointment:</b></p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Wear comfortable clothing suitable for movement</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Arrive a few minutes early to complete any forms</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Bring anything relevant like ACC claim numbers or health documentation (if applicable)</li>\r\n 	<li class=\"li1\">Remove any jewellery while the x-rays are being taken</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Do You Get Adjusted on the First Visit?</b></p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Your chiropractor will only proceed with care if it\'s clinically appropriate, based on your health history and examination results.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At North Shore Chiropractic, our approach is thoughtful, professional, and fully guided by your comfort and informed consent.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>\r\nSecond Appointment</b><b></b></span></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Report of Findings (~30 mins)</b><b></b></p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">At your second visit, we\'ll present and explain your findings. We’ll discuss your assessment results, any imaging findings, and offer personalised care recommendations. You\'re welcome to bring a friend or family member for support or questions.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>\r\nFollow-Up Visits</b><b></b></span></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Ongoing Adjustments (10–15 mins)</b><b></b></p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">Once your care plan is established, follow-up visits are short and focused (typically 10–15 minutes). These visits aim to support spinal function and your overall wellbeing in a safe, consistent manner.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><b>\r\nCommon Questions Answered</b><b></b></h3>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Do I need a referral?\r\n</b>You can book directly. No GP referral is required to see a chiropractor in New Zealand.</p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Is chiropractic safe and regulated?\r\n</b>Chiropractic care in New Zealand is regulated by the Chiropractic Board of New Zealand. 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I was drawn to chiropractic because of its beautiful, grounding premise-that the body is intelligent and knows how to heal when given the right support. What inspires me most is the understanding that true health isn\'t just the absence of pain, but the ability to adapt, thrive, and stay connected to your body\'s innate wisdom. I believe one of the biggest challenges we face today is learning how to navigate the constant stress-physical, chemical, and emotional-that pulls us away from balance.</p>\r\n<p>As a mother of two teenagers, I am a passionate advocate of chiropractic care for the whole family. 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What inspires me most is the understanding that true health isn\'t just the absence of pain, but the ability to adapt, thrive, and stay connected to your body\'s innate wisdom. I believe one of the biggest challenges we face today is learning how to navigate the constant stress-physical, chemical, and emotional-that pulls us away from balance.</p>\r\n<p>As a mother of two teenagers, I am a passionate advocate of chiropractic care for the whole family. Whether you are seeking relief from discomfort, improved quality of life, or a competitive edge, I believe that chiropractic care can help you reach your goals.</p>\r\n<p>It is an honor to be part of your wellness journey, and I look forward to celebrating the many gains that come with a well-adjusted nervous system.</p>\r\n<p><strong>The greatest miracle I have seen so far:</strong></p>\r\n<p>I recently began working with a young woman with Ménière\'s disease. 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Recently under new ownership, the clinic has been refreshed with a renewed energy and commitment to excellence-while still honoring the values and care that patients have come to rely on.</p>\n<p>Whether you\'re new to chiropractic or continuing your wellness journey, we are here to support you with compassion, expertise, and a deep respect for the body\'s natural ability to heal and thrive.</p>\n<h2>\n			WHY CHOOSE NORTH SHORE CHIROPRACTIC?	</h2>\n	<p>Chiropractic offers a way back. It helps us reconnect with ourselves, listen more deeply, and become more aware of how it feels to truly live in our bodies. Whether that leads to smashing a personal best, picking up your grandkids, or simply putting on your own socks with ease-my goal is to help you experience a better quality of life. I love working with people of all ages, from tiny babies to the elderly, and everyone in between. Each person\'s journey is unique, and I\'m here to walk alongside you with care, respect, and support.</p>\n		<meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/North-Shore-Chiro-Horizontal.mp4\" />[video src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/North-Shore-Chiro-Horizontal.mp4\" mp4=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/North-Shore-Chiro-Horizontal.mp4\" poster=\"\" ][/video]	\n<h3>\n			OPENING HOURS	</h3>\n<h3>\n			Dr. Eleanor Harley	</h3>\n<h6>\n			BChiro, Chiropractor	</h6>\n	<p>[table id=1 /]</p>\n\n<!-- /wp:fl-builder/layout -->','Home','','inherit','closed','closed','','2-revision-v1','','','2025-10-07 14:32:39','2025-10-07 14:32:39','',2,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3968',0,'revision','',0),(3969,7,'2025-10-07 14:33:08','2025-10-07 14:33:08','','About Us 1','','inherit','closed','closed','','about-us-1','','','2025-10-07 14:33:08','2025-10-07 14:33:08','',142,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/About-Us-1.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(3970,7,'2025-10-07 14:34:50','2025-10-07 14:34:50','','About Us 2','','inherit','closed','closed','','about-us-2','','','2025-10-07 14:34:50','2025-10-07 14:34:50','',142,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/About-Us-2.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(3971,7,'2025-10-07 14:35:09','2025-10-07 14:35:09','<!-- wp:fl-builder/layout -->\n<h1>\n			About Us	</h1>\n<h3>\n			Dr Eleanor Harley	</h3>\n<h4>\n			BChiro	</h4>\n	<p>Greetings and welcome to NSC! I was drawn to chiropractic because of its beautiful, grounding premise-that the body is intelligent and knows how to heal when given the right support. What inspires me most is the understanding that true health isn\'t just the absence of pain, but the ability to adapt, thrive, and stay connected to your body\'s innate wisdom. I believe one of the biggest challenges we face today is learning how to navigate the constant stress-physical, chemical, and emotional-that pulls us away from balance.</p>\n<p>As a mother of two teenagers, I am a passionate advocate of chiropractic care for the whole family. Whether you are seeking relief from discomfort, improved quality of life, or a competitive edge, I believe that chiropractic care can help you reach your goals.</p>\n<p>It is an honor to be part of your wellness journey, and I look forward to celebrating the many gains that come with a well-adjusted nervous system.</p>\n<p><strong>The greatest miracle I have seen so far:</strong></p>\n<p>I recently began working with a young woman with Ménière\'s disease. Despite taking several medications, she suffered debilitating attacks of vertigo every few days. After a single session with a very gentle technique, she spent the following two weeks free from dizziness. The body\'s capacity to heal itself is truly amazing!</p>\n				<img src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/About-Us-1.png\" alt=\"About Us 1\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"1024\" width=\"768\" title=\"About Us 1\" onerror=\"this.style.display=\'none\'\" loading=\"lazy\" />\n<h3>\n			Manny Pestano	</h3>\n<h4>\n			Massage Therapist	</h4>\n	<p><strong>Sense of Tou</strong></p>\n<p>Massage and chiropractic go beautifully together. Our in-house therapist, Manny Pestano, offers relaxing, deep tissue massage and reflexology for the whole body or specific areas.</p>\n<p>Manny has been serving the Glenfield community since 2009 and is well known as a master of his craft. Bookings are available through the website or app (existing NSC clients), or call the clinic during opening hours.</p>\n				<img src=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/About-Us-2.png\" alt=\"About Us 2\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"1024\" width=\"768\" title=\"About Us 2\" onerror=\"this.style.display=\'none\'\" loading=\"lazy\" />\n\n<!-- /wp:fl-builder/layout -->','About','','inherit','closed','closed','','142-revision-v1','','','2025-10-07 14:35:09','2025-10-07 14:35:09','',142,'https://northshorechiro.co.nz/?p=3971',0,'revision','',0),(3972,7,'2025-10-07 14:35:23','2025-10-07 14:35:23','<!-- wp:fl-builder/layout -->\r\n<h1>Our Chiropractic Care Services</h1>\r\n<p>At North Shore Chiropractic, your first two visits are designed to give us a clear understanding of your health and set the foundation for your chiropractic care.</p>\r\n<p>Your initial visit (30 minutes) begins with a detailed health history so we can fully understand your current state of health and any concerns you may have. This is followed by a thorough chiropractic examination of your spine and nervous system, along with other relevant tests. If clinically necessary, spinal x-rays will be taken on site to give us a clearer picture of what\'s going on beneath the surface.</p>\r\n<p>Your second visit is the Report of Findings (also 30 minutes), where we\'ll go through your x-rays and explain what we found. Based on your results, we\'ll provide tailored recommendations for care moving forward. This is a great time to ask questions, and you\'re welcome to bring a friend or family member for support.</p>\r\n<p>Following these visits, <a href=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/book-online/\">regular adjusting appointments</a> are quicker and typically take just 10-15 minutes. These sessions are focused, efficient, and designed to keep you aligned and functioning at your best.</p>\r\n<p>The chiropractic services we provide include:</p>\r\n<h2>Pregnancy</h2>\r\n<p>Chiropractic care during pregnancy can provide numerous benefits by supporting the body\'s natural ability to adapt to the physical and hormonal changes of gestation. As the baby grows, the mother\'s posture shifts, and the pelvis and spine can become misaligned, potentially leading to discomfort, back pain, and reduced pelvic balance. Chiropractors trained in prenatal care use gentle, specific techniques-such as the Webster Technique-to help maintain proper pelvic alignment, which may ease labor and delivery by creating optimal space for the baby (<sup>1</sup>Borggren, 2007). Regular chiropractic care can also reduce common pregnancy symptoms like sciatica, round ligament pain, and joint stress, promoting a more comfortable and balanced pregnancy experience.</p>\r\n<h2>Elderly</h2>\r\n<p>Chiropractic care offers significant benefits for the elderly by promoting mobility, reducing pain, and supporting overall quality of life. As the body ages, spinal degeneration, joint stiffness, and decreased balance can impact daily functioning and independence. Gentle chiropractic adjustments help improve spinal alignment and joint function, which can enhance posture, coordination, and flexibility. Studies have shown that chiropractic care may also help manage conditions such as arthritis and chronic back pain, common among older adults, leading to reduced reliance on medication and improved well-being (<sup>2</sup>Weigel et al., 2010). From a holistic perspective, chiropractic care supports the body\'s natural healing processes, helping seniors maintain vitality and enjoy a more active, fulfilling life.</p>\r\n<h2>Athletes</h2>\r\n<p>Athletes benefit greatly from chiropractic care as it helps enhance performance, prevent injuries, and speed up recovery. By ensuring proper spinal and joint alignment, chiropractic adjustments support optimal nervous system function and biomechanics, which can improve coordination, flexibility, and overall body efficiency. Regular care can also help address muscle imbalances, relieve tension, and reduce the risk of strains and sprains. Many professional athletes incorporate chiropractic into their training routines to stay in peak condition and recover faster after intense physical activity (<sup>3</sup>Zemper, 2005). Chiropractic care not only treats injuries but also supports long-term athletic health and performance.</p>\r\n<h2>Babies, Children, and Teens</h2>\r\n<p>Chiropractic care can be beneficial for babies, young children, and teenagers by supporting proper spinal alignment, which may enhance the function of the nervous system-the body\'s master control system. From a vitalistic perspective, chiropractic care recognizes the body\'s innate intelligence, or natural ability to heal and regulate itself when free from interference. Gentle chiropractic adjustments in infants have been associated with relief from issues such as colic, sleep disturbances, and breastfeeding difficulties by helping restore balance in the nervous system (<sup>4</sup>Miller et al., 2009). For children and teens, chiropractic care not only aids in managing musculoskeletal discomfort and postural concerns, but also supports optimal growth, development, and energy flow, allowing the body to function at its highest potential (<sup>5</sup>Marchand, 2012). Many parents report improvements in their children\'s health and behavior following chiropractic care, often attributing it to a rebalancing of the body\'s innate healing abilities (<sup>6</sup>Alcantara et al., 2009).</p>\r\n<h2>Acute, corrective, wellness</h2>\r\n<p>From a vitalistic chiropractic perspective, care is typically approached in three phases: acute, corrective, and wellness. Acute care focuses on addressing immediate symptoms and relieving pain caused by spinal misalignments or subluxations that interfere with the body\'s innate healing ability. Once symptoms improve, corrective care works to restore proper spinal alignment and posture, aiming to correct the underlying patterns that led to the imbalance in the first place. Finally, wellness care is ongoing and proactive, supporting the nervous system and enhancing the body\'s natural intelligence to maintain balance, adaptability, and optimal function. Rather than treating disease, this approach honors the body\'s innate wisdom and seeks to empower long-term health and vitality.</p>\r\n<h2>References</h2>\r\n<ol>\r\n<li>Borggren, C.L. (2007). Pregnancy and chiropractic: a narrative review of the literature. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine, 6(2), 70-74.</li>\r\n<li>Weigel, P.A., Hockenberry, J.M., &amp; Wolinsky, F.D. (2010). Chiropractic use in the Medicare population: prevalence, patterns, and associations with 1-year changes in health and satisfaction with care. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, 33(9), 558-565.</li>\r\n<li>Zemper, E.D. (2005). 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This is followed by a thorough chiropractic examination of your spine and nervous system, along with other relevant tests. If clinically necessary, spinal x-rays will be taken on site to give us a clearer picture of what\'s going on beneath the surface.</p>\n<p>Your second visit is the Report of Findings (also 30 minutes), where we\'ll go through your x-rays and explain what we found. Based on your results, we\'ll provide tailored recommendations for care moving forward. This is a great time to ask questions, and you\'re welcome to bring a friend or family member for support.</p>\n<p>Following these visits, <a href=\"https://northshorechiro.co.nz/book-online/\">regular adjusting appointments</a> are quicker and typically take just 10-15 minutes. These sessions are focused, efficient, and designed to keep you aligned and functioning at your best.</p>\n<p>The chiropractic services we provide include:</p>\n	<h2>Pregnancy</h2>\n<p>Chiropractic care during pregnancy can provide numerous benefits by supporting the body\'s natural ability to adapt to the physical and hormonal changes of gestation. As the baby grows, the mother\'s posture shifts, and the pelvis and spine can become misaligned, potentially leading to discomfort, back pain, and reduced pelvic balance. Chiropractors trained in prenatal care use gentle, specific techniques-such as the Webster Technique-to help maintain proper pelvic alignment, which may ease labor and delivery by creating optimal space for the baby (<sup>1</sup>Borggren, 2007). Regular chiropractic care can also reduce common pregnancy symptoms like sciatica, round ligament pain, and joint stress, promoting a more comfortable and balanced pregnancy experience.</p>\n	<h2>Elderly</h2>\n<p>Chiropractic care offers significant benefits for the elderly by promoting mobility, reducing pain, and supporting overall quality of life. As the body ages, spinal degeneration, joint stiffness, and decreased balance can impact daily functioning and independence. Gentle chiropractic adjustments help improve spinal alignment and joint function, which can enhance posture, coordination, and flexibility. Studies have shown that chiropractic care may also help manage conditions such as arthritis and chronic back pain, common among older adults, leading to reduced reliance on medication and improved well-being (<sup>2</sup>Weigel et al., 2010). 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