Christmas may be the most wonderful time of the year, but it is also a time of stress and injury as well. Last year’s NZ Herald’s news article reported that there were more than 4,000 New Zealanders injured at Christmas alone. All in all, it accounted for $3,628,574 worth of ACC claims. Shocking right? This […]
Your spine is one of the most important parts of your body. It is composed of vertebrae or spinal bones that are divided into 5 regions: cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacrum, and coccyx. Each region has their own unique features and main functions. As a whole, the spine enables us to stand up, walk, and do […]
Have you considered the ergonomics of your driving posture? If you’re frequently changing the position of your rear view mirror, it might be a sign that you have poor driving posture in your car. Watch the video as Dr Wayne he gives advice on how to drive with better posture. [Video Transcript] People when […]
Movement is life. Our body needs movement for it to thrive. Without movement, the body will stagnate and die. History tells us that our ancestors lived as hunter-gatherers for millions of years. They forage, climb rocks and trees, chase after their prey, fight predators, remaining active every day of their lives. No wonder our ancestors […]