Far North Chiropractic - Atherton & Mareeba

06/09/2025

🥰Happy Fathers Day🥰

02/08/2025

✈️Clinic closed while Tamara is away at the Australian Chiropractors Association 2025 Conference in Melbourne! ✈️
🥰Don’t worry! - the clinic is open Monday!🥰
📞Leave a message & we will call you back!📞

02/08/2025

🤩ACA Conference 2025🤩
🥰Awesome learning & opportunities for self development!🥰

Australian Chiropractors Association

02/08/2025

Australian Chiropractors Association

03/06/2025

FREE TECH NECK RESOURCES!
To learn more about neck pain and the benefits of chiropractic healthcare, download our free Tech Neck Factsheet, which provides valuable insights into the impact and causes of tech neck and how chiropractic healthcare can help alleviate pain and improve your quality of life.

Get the Heads Up on Tech Neck this Spinal Health Week 26 May – 1 June. spinalhealthweek.org.au

Adjust your thinking and join the National Spinal Health Week ‘Movement’ (26 May – 1 June). To get the heads up on tech neck, access FREE resources, and consult an ACA chiro for pain relief visit👉 www.spinalhealthweek.org.au.

03/06/2025

FREE TECH NECK RESOURCES!
To learn more about neck pain and the benefits of chiropractic healthcare, download our free Tech Neck Factsheet, which provides valuable insights into the impact and causes of tech neck and how chiropractic healthcare can help alleviate pain and improve your quality of life.

Get the Heads Up on Tech Neck this Spinal Health Week 26 May – 1 June. spinalhealthweek.org.au

Adjust your thinking and join the National Spinal Health Week ‘Movement’ (26 May – 1 June). To get the heads up on tech neck, access FREE resources, and consult your ACA chiro for pain relief! visit👉 www.spinalhealthweek.org.au.

01/06/2025

TOP 10 TIPS FOR TECH NECK PREVENTION FOR STUDENTS
Too much screen time can cause tech neck in students of all ages.

1. SIT WITH COMFORTABLE UPRIGHT POSTURE with shoulders relaxed and feet flat on the floor.

2. BE AWARE OF TIME SPENT USING TECHNOLOGY by monitoring device use and taking regular breaks.

3. STOP BENDING YOUR NECK to look down at a phone or tablet. Hold the device at eye level.

4. USE BOTH HANDS CONCURRENTLY or alternate between left and right when typing on a smartphone.

5. DON’T WALK LOOKING DOWN at a phone. Hold your head up straight and engage with the world.

6. TAKE REGULAR MOVEMENT BREAKS to look away from your device, move your neck from side to side, and stretch every 10 minutes if using mobile devices, and every 30 minutes if using computers.

7. ENSURE COMPUTERS are ergonomically set up so the monitor is at eye level and arm’s length away.

8. USE AN ADJUSTABLE ergonomic office chair so the knees are slightly lower than the hips.

9. EXERCISE REGULARLY to maintain a healthy spine and overall health and wellbeing.

10. CONSULT AN ACA CHIROPRACTOR to limit and treat spinal health problems including tech neck

01/06/2025

Medication and Neck Pain
While pain medications may offer temporary relief from neck pain, multiple studies reveal opioids, prescribed for this purpose, DO NOT relieve acute low back or neck pain (lasting up to 12 weeks), and may even exacerbate the condition, leading to increased pain.

Adjust your thinking and join the National Spinal Health Week ‘Movement’ (26 May – 1 June). To get the heads up on tech neck, access FREE resources, and consult your ACA chiro for drug-free pain relief visit👉 www.spinalhealthweek.org.au.

31/05/2025

Tech Neck Symptoms
Sore neck? You might be experiencing Tech Neck – a modern-day musculoskeletal disorder caused by poor posture and prolonged use of digital devices.

Common symptoms include:
⚠️ Neck and shoulder pain
⚠️ Headaches or tension around the base of the skull
⚠️ Upper back stiffness
⚠️ Reduced mobility or flexibility
⚠️ Tingling in the arms or hands
⚠️ Poor posture or visible hunching

If this sounds familiar, it’s time to adjust your thinking.

Join the National Spinal Health Week Movement (26 May – 1 June) to learn how to prevent Tech Neck and support a healthier spine, access FREE resources and pain relief options from your ACA chiropractor.
👉 Visit: www.spinalhealthweek.org.au

31/05/2025

📱💡 Is Tech a pain in your Neck? It’s not the tech – it’s how you use it. It’s time to adjust your thinking:

✅ Maintain upright, relaxed posture
✅ Take regular movement and stretching breaks
✅ Set your screen at eye level
✅ Use an ergonomic chair (knees slightly lower than hips)
✅ Consider a sit-stand desk to reduce spinal strain

Join the National Spinal Health Week ‘Movement’ (26 May – 1 June). To get the heads up on tech neck, access FREE resources, and consult your ACA chiro for pain relief visit👉 www.spinalhealthweek.org.au.

30/05/2025

🎮💥 Gamers, it’s time to adjust your thinking!
Is technology giving you a pain in the neck? It’s not the game – it's how you play it!

Long hours of gaming can strain your neck and spine, leading to Tech Neck, a musculoskeletal disorder not uncommon in gamers.

Symptoms include:
⚠️ Neck & shoulder pain
⚠️ Headaches
⚠️ Stiffness or slouching
⚠️ Postural changes and spinal curvature

Tackle head-on
✅ Sit upright with relaxed shoulders
✅ Keep your screen at eye level
✅ Use an ergonomic chair
✅ Stretch between matches
✅ Move your body between sessions

🧠 Get the Heads Up on Tech Neck this (26 May – 1 June).
💡 Grab FREE resources or consult your ACA chiropractor for pain relief 👉 www.spinalhealthweek.org.au

30/05/2025

TOP 10 TIPS FOR TECH NECK PREVENTION
Too much screen time can cause tech neck people all ages.

1. SIT WITH COMFORTABLE UPRIGHT POSTURE with shoulders relaxed and feet flat on the floor.

2. BE AWARE OF TIME SPENT USING TECHNOLOGY by monitoring device use and taking regular breaks.

3. STOP BENDING YOUR NECK to look down at a phone or tablet. Hold the device at eye level.

4. USE BOTH HANDS CONCURRENTLY or alternate between left and right when typing on a smartphone.

5. DON’T WALK LOOKING DOWN at a phone. Hold your head up straight and engage with the world.

6. TAKE REGULAR MOVEMENT BREAKS to look away from your device, move your neck from side to side and stretch every 10 minutes if using mobile devices, and every 30 minutes if using computers.

7. ENSURE COMPUTERS are ergonomically set up so the monitor is at eye level and arm’s length away.

8. USE AN ADJUSTABLE ergonomic office chair so the knees are slightly lower than the hips.

9. EXERCISE REGULARLY to maintain a healthy spine and overall health and wellbeing.

10. CONSULT AN ACA CHIROPRACTOR to limit and treat spinal health problems including tech neck

04/02/2024

Did you know children should get at least 60 minutes of exercise a day? Getting enough physical activity is key for a child’s growth and wellbeing. You can squeeze in some extra activity by walking to school with them in the morning or encouraging them to kick a ball when they get home! ⚽ 🏈 For more tips, visit www.backtoschool.org.au

01/02/2024

In today's digital age, education often involves increased screen time. Let's balance this by minimising our children's screen time for leisure. Encourage them to explore the outdoors and enjoy some fresh air! When they do use their devices, remind them to maintain good posture to prevent 'tech neck.' Discover more valuable advice at www.backtoschool.org.au

30/01/2024

How is your child's posture? Are they slouching when they get home from a long day of school? Are they slouching in the classroom? It’s hard to know. Children should sit with their shoulders back and relaxed with both feet firmly on the floor. Educating little learners about posture is key to their growth and development and this is something chiros can help with. Book an appointment with us today! For more tips, visit www.backtoschool.org.au

28/01/2024

Feeding growing kids with nutritious meals is key! Especially as they need plenty of energy to learn and play throughout the school day! Pack their lunches with plenty of fruit, vegetables, and wholesome snacks. For additional tips and guidance, visit www.backtoschool.org.au! 🍏🥕🍞🎒

26/01/2024

Is your child wearing their backpack correctly? Do they know how to pack their bag in a spine-safe way? We find that little ones often get this muddled. Start by packing the heavier items to the back of the bag, then carry the backpack with two straps, adjusting it to the correct height and securing the waist strap. Then they're set to go! For more information on how to get ready, visit
www.backtoschool.org.au.

24/01/2024

Concerned about your child's spine? Tired of seeing them struggle with aching shoulders from heavy backpacks? Discover the benefits of chiropractic healthcare and how it can help your child’s posture as they grow. We're also here to offer additional health advice and support, ensuring your child is perfectly prepped for the 2024 school year - including adjusting backpacks! For more information on how to get your little ones ready for the school year, visit www.backtoschool.org.au

20/01/2024

It's time to gear up for school! 🌟📚🍎Kickstart the school year with confidence! Grab our easy-to-use Health Checklist. It's packed with fun and simple daily routines your kids can enjoy ticking off before and after school. Ensure they're fully prepared for a fantastic school term this January! www.backtoschool.org.au

19/01/2024

17/01/2024

Looking for a backpack🎒 that supports your child's spine as they grow? The Chiropak, developed by the Australian Chiropractors Association, Macquarie University, and Spartan School Supplies, has our seal of approval! For more information visit www.backtoschool.org.au. We can also adjust your child's backpack so that it's sitting correctly!

17/01/2024

To help celebrate time we are offering free colouring books for little learners to get their creative juices flowing! 🎨🖍️ Enter their favourite masterpiece into the Australian Chiropractors Association's competition for their chance to WIN a brilliant Back to School starter kit! This kit includes an ACA-endorsed backpack, stationery, as well as a lunch box and water bottle! Competition closes 25 January. For more information, visit www.backtoschool.org.au

17/01/2024

It's time! 📚✨ We're partnering with the Australian Chiropractors Association to launch our annual campaign! We'll be encouraging all Aussie kids to look after their spinal health and wellbeing, both at school and at home! Wondering how chiropractic healthcare can benefit your child's posture and growth? Book an appointment with our friendly chiropractor!
For more info on the initiative, visit www.backtoschool.org.au

'Back to School' is a health initiative by the ACA that aims to raise awareness on the importance of spinal health in children as they grow and develop.