Pittwater Chiro

31/10/2025

Here in the Northern Beaches, most of us are running on empty.

We work long hours, sit in traffic, chase deadlines, and juggle family and financial stress. Add in poor sleep, skipping meals, training hard at the gym (or not moving at all), and it’s no wonder our bodies start to break down.

The “bucket analogy” reminds us that every bit of stress — physical, emotional, and environmental — fills our bucket. When it overflows, that’s when pain, fatigue, or injury strike.

At Pittwater Chiro, we help you find balance again — by easing the load, improving how your body moves, and helping you recover properly so you can keep doing the things you love.

💧 Don’t wait for your bucket to overflow — read of blog on the bucket analogy (https://pittwaterchiro.com/bucket-analogy/) or book your next visit today!

28/10/2025

Always feel like your hamstrings are tight — no matter how much you stretch?

Here’s the thing: the problem might not start in your hamstrings. Your feet could be the key.

The plantar fascia under your foot is part of a long chain of connective tissue that runs up through your calves, hamstrings and lower back. When your feet are stiff, it can create tension all the way up the chain.

By releasing the bottom of your foot, you help that whole system relax — often giving you instant hamstring relief without even touching your legs.

Try rolling your feet before stretching — and feel the difference from the ground up.

Book with Pittwater Chiro if you’re tired of chasing tightness and want lasting mobility.

24/10/2025

Waking up with shoulder pain? You’re not alone.

Our latest blog explains why shoulder pain gets worse at night — and what you can do to finally get a full night’s sleep.

Read the full post (https-pittwaterchiro-com-shoulder-pain-worse-at-night/) and book your shoulder assessment today at Pittwater Chiro Mona Vale or Balgowlah.

21/10/2025

21/10/2025

Living with a chiropractor means help is technically on tap… but after a long day in clinic, it’s like asking a plumber to fix the toilet at home.

Tight suboccipital muscles (the ones right under the base of your skull) are a common cause of cervicogenic headaches — the type that start in your neck and wrap around to the front of your head.

Using a peanut trigger point ball is a great way to release these muscles and reduce headache severity.

And if your headache still doesn’t ease… book an appointment with your husband — I mean, your chiropractor 😉

16/10/2025

Had a disc injury before? You’re not alone — studies show about a 10–25% chance of it returning, especially in the first year.

The key risks? Returning to heavy lifting or long sitting too soon, weak core or hip control, and ongoing stress or inactivity.

At Pittwater Chiro, we guide you through every phase — from recovery to resilience — so your spine stays strong and supported. 💪

02/10/2025

☀️ Long weekend vibes are nearly here! A quick note on our clinic hours:

Mona Vale clinic will be closed Saturday 4th – Monday 6th October

Balgowlah clinic will be closed Sunday 5th – Monday 6th October

If you’ve got any niggles or pain that you don’t want slowing you down, now’s the perfect time to book in. Let’s get you moving and feeling your best so you can make the most of your long weekend at the beach. 🌊💆‍♂️

👉 Book online today to secure your spot before the break!

30/09/2025

Dizziness and vertigo can make even simple daily activities feel overwhelming. Chiropractic can addresses neck dysfunction, muscle tension and specialised vestibular rehabilitation can reduce dizziness and vertigo symptoms.

Book a free discovery call today with one of our chiropractors to see if we can help you ❤

25/09/2025

“I don’t want my neck cracked.”

We hear you—and here’s the good news: chiropractic isn’t just about adjustments.

Research shows chiropractic can reduce pain and improve neck function, whether it’s through traditional adjustments, gentle instrumental techniques like the Activator, or manual therapies such as massage and mobilisations. The “crack” you sometimes hear is just a gas bubble being released within in the joint—it doesn’t have to happen for treatment to be effective.

For those who prefer a different approach, we have plenty of safe, effective options to relieve pain and restore movement. In fact, studies confirm that instrumental techniques and manual therapy can be just as effective for reducing neck pain.

Combined with rehab exercises, these approaches help restore movement, relax tight muscles, and calm the nervous system’s pain signals (that’s the “Pain Gate Theory” in action).

At Pittwater Chiro, our goal is to tailor care to what feels right for you—whether that involves adjustments, gentle techniques, or exercise-based rehab.

✅ Safe.
✅ Effective.
✅ Always personalised.

Book online today and find the approach that suits you best.

23/09/2025

💬 “Ever wondered how dry needling actually works?”
It’s not just a trend — it’s backed by science. A 2021 meta-analysis of 42 clinical trials (Sánchez-Infante et al., Physical Therapy Journal) found dry needling gave patients a large drop in pain within just 72 hours of treatment.

👉 Want to know how it helps, when to use it, and what the research really says? Check out our full blog at Pittwater Chiro - https://pittwaterchiro.com/dryneedling/

📖 Reference: https://doi.org/10.1093/ptj/pzab070

18/09/2025

Since swapping some of my runs for swim fit + resistance training, I feel stronger, fitter and best of all — my knee & hip niggles have disappeared 🙌

Research shows cross-training with swimming reduces impact on joints while still building endurance and overall strength 💦 It’s the perfect way to stay active without the wear and tear.

If you’re experiencing pain or niggles that are holding you back, book an appointment with us at Pittwater Chiro — we’ll help you get moving again. And if you want to try something new, check out school
DM us anytime with questions!

16/09/2025

Chiropractic adjustments (and other manual therapies) offer modest, short-term pain relief (References: OrthoEvidence; PLOS ONE)
🔹 This short-term relief creates a window of opportunity—a chance to move with less pain and less fear
🔹 That’s when we introduce targeted rehab and loading to help you build strength, confidence, and long-term resilience

💬 How we explain it to patients:
“We’re turning the volume down on your pain so you can move better. Then we load it—so the change sticks.”

Manual therapies like adjustments, dry needling, or shockwave aren’t the fix.
They help manage flare-ups, reduce pain, and create space for movement—which is what truly drives recovery.

Because movement is medicine, and rehab is what keeps pain away.

📖 Want to learn more?
👉 Read the full blog - https://pittwaterchiro.com/pain-gate-theory/
📅 Ready to start your journey to less pain and more movement?
Book in today and let’s get started.