It’s not a crossover we read about often: a dentist referring to a chiropractor when they’ve reached an impasse with a patient. Yet, as both paradigms deal with jaw musculature and pain, it may be one worth exploring. Temporomandibular joint (TMJ, at the side of the jaw near the ear) and craniomandibular (further up towards…
The issue of neurodevelopmental disorders in childhood is an emotive issue, as parents often feel overwhelmed by the demands and opinions surrounding their child’s reality. While this is the last place judgment should be directed, it is sadly a place where judgment is often felt. While we don’t know the causes behind things like Autism…
Those of us who have been in or around chiropractic circles for long know that we are a drug-free, surgery-free health modality. We check and adjust subluxations, knowing that the body is a self-healing, self-regulating system that knows how to do the rest. With all that said, we know when to cross-refer when a patient…
Paediatric chiropractic has long been a complicated but important item on the to-do list. While academics grapple with the ethics requirements necessary to gain approval for paediatric studies, chiropractors grapple with the ethics of not having enough paediatric studies to adequately argue the case for continuing to serve our tiniest practice members. While Australia, and…
Neck pain is a monster we know well in the world of chiropractic. Long before a person understands or experiences the power of chiropractic for the broader aspects of health, neck pain is up there with back pain as a highly visible benefit of chiropractic care. It is, of course, the fourth highest cause of…
The new year is the time for taking stock and evaluating the systems that we have in place. One such system that may need a refresh is that of the practice member experience. The trust between patient and health practitioner, often referred to as the therapeutic alliance, can have a significant impact on how a…
As February rolls around and the New Year ramps up to full swing, it is a good time to look ahead to the year to come at the Australian Spinal Research Foundation. 2024 was a big year behind the scenes, as we continued to increase the amount and visibility of valuable chiropractic research. This work…
The ASRF has had a very productive year, focusing on funding research, expanding our global reach and providing members with valuable resources. Recently, Clare spent some time chatting with ASRF board President, Dr. Ryan Seaman as he reflected on 2024. “We started another year by funding more research, as we do every year. We’ve done…
It’s long been said that chiropractic isn’t a treatment modality but a care modality – that is, we care for the nervous system and let the body to the rest. What happens when we check and adjust subluxations is increasingly being supported and explained by important clinical and research studies. Still, case report data plays…
When it comes to babies, we know that ‘fed is best.’ But with this said, breastfeeding offers numerous health benefits for both mother and child. Early initiation and exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months are associated with improved immunity, reduced risk of infections, and long-term health benefits for infants. Additionally, breastfeeding has been linked…
It’s always an exciting thing when we see a new study emerge from the research rockstars at the New Zealand College of Chiropractic, and even more so when the study in question impacts directly on a burgeoning area of interest for us here at the Australian Spinal Research Foundation – that is quality of life…
When it comes to quality of life, very few things rate as highly and as regularly as that of sleep and energy. Ask any child what it means to be an adult, and they’ll likely tell you, “It means you’re tired.” While that might be common, it’s not physiologically normal. But, the factors that make…
While Spring is a beautiful season filled with brighter sunshine and blooming flowers that boost our mood and energy, for many people suffering from allergies, the seasonal change can significantly impact their quality of life. Allergies occur when the immune system reacts to a foreign substance- allergens such as pollen, mould, dust mites, animal dander…
A diagnosis of epilepsy is something that no one wishes to receive. While it can occur at any age, it is particularly prevalent in children, adolescents, and adults over 60. The condition can affect individuals of any gender, cultural background, or socioeconomic status. Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterised by seizures that affects approximately 50 million…
Regardless of where you come from, National Service is both a national honour, a patriotic act, and a unique vocation in that there are specific ailments that make healthcare for veterans distinct from many other groups. A 2018 report listed the most common medically diagnosed symptoms for current and transitioned (retired or remustered) defence force…
In chiropractic circles, we often talk about trauma, toxins and stress as the core underlying substrates of the subluxation. While we recognise that these three things can be physical, chemical, emotional or mental, it isn’t often we stop to think about another factor: the trauma that arises from adverse events in childhood – collectively called…
As Chiropractors, we are intimately acquainted with the importance of Cerebrospinal fluid and its dynamics. From infancy, as we care for little nervous systems, we work on spinal tension so that this liquid gold can circulate the brain and spinal cord of the infant under care. As these infants grow into adulthood, it remains vital.…
In chiropractic circles, the topic of subluxation is core business. We check for subluxation. We adjust subluxation. We research its identification and impact. While some people believe it to be some mystical figment of the imagination, the truth is that subluxation is something that can be reliably detected using varying methods – and adjusting it…
