As winter settles in, bringing its penetrating chill, maintaining good blood circulation becomes crucial—not just for comfort but for overall health. Circulation involves the movement of blood through arteries and veins, supplying organs and extremities with essential nutrients and oxygen. In cold weather, blood vessels constrict to conserve heat and maintain body temperature, which can […]
At Norwest Chiropractic, we champion preventive chiropractic care as a cornerstone of wellness for families in New Zealand. You may wonder, why does this matter for families? The reasoning couldn’t be simpler. Every age group, from the tender years of infancy to the golden age, stands to gain from preventive chiropractic care. By addressing minor […]
In this article, let’s talk about sciatica. The pesky condition that can make sitting, standing, and even walking feel like a real pain in the butt (literally!). It’s caused by pressure on the sciatic nerve, which is the longest nerve in your body. The nerve itself runs from your lower back, through your hips and […]
Media Release: NZ Chiropractors Association Date: 15th May 2019 The efficacy of chiropractic in managing low back pain and its key role in reducing the use of pharmaceuticals has been highlighted by one of the biggest studies of its kind. The US study by New Zealand Professor Ian Coulter* is entitled A comparative effectiveness controlled […]