Spinal stiffness can significantly affect balance, impacting a person's ability to maintain stability and perform coordinated movements. Here are some ways in which spinal stiffness can influence balance:

As we move into the colder, shorter and darkers days of the year its important to recognise that we are seasonal creatures. Our biology will pivot and shift during thes months of the year so it is natural to feel a little more lethargic and really important to take this into account.

Neck strength, isnt about just your head and neck. It’s about the way your neck muscles, especially the deeper ones intergrate into whole body core control playing a role in not just stabilising the head on the neck but also:

• the upper rib cage

• the shoulder girdle

• assisting in exertional breath control aiding to fill the top of the lungs

• balance

• & visual performance

Foraminal stenosis, is a narrowing of the foraminal space (i.e. the space between the discs and joints of the spine that the nerves come out of) leading to nerve compression. While traditional medical interventions like medications, cortisone injections and surgery are often considered, chiropractic care offers a non-invasive and holistic approach to managing the symptoms of foraminal stenosis and helping to avoid a progression of degeneration in other segments of the spine.

The metabolic characteristics of intervertebral discs, including their limited blood supply, low metabolic rate, and challenges in nutrient diffusion, as well as factors such as inflammation, cellular senescence, and matrix remodelling, collectively contribute to the protracted healing timeline associated with disc injuries. Understanding these metabolic aspects is essential for developing strategies to promote and expedite the healing process while minimizing the risk of complications and recurrent injuries.