ACW: Andrea Chiropractic and Wellness

ACW: Andrea Chiropractic and Wellness Chiropractic
Wellness
Nutrition
Posture
Spinal health
Wellbeing Dr Xander van der Walt
DC, BSc (Hons) PGCert
Chiropractor

26/01/2026

Monday Motivation 💪

Your body doesn’t wait for motivation—it responds to consistency.

Every day, your spine and nervous system are adapting to what you do most:
how you sit, how you move, how you manage stress, and how well you recover.

Chiropractic care isn’t just about pain relief—it’s about keeping your body moving well, communicating well, and adapting well so you can show up better at work, at home, and in life.

This week, focus on the basics:
• Move your spine daily
• Check your posture
• Breathe deeply
• Stay hydrated
• Support your nervous system with regular care

Small actions, done consistently, create long-term results.

Start the week strong. Your future body will thank you.

Meet the Team 👋Dr Xander, Chiropractor and owner at Andrea Chiropractic and Wellness, has been practicing since 2008 - h...
24/01/2026

Meet the Team 👋

Dr Xander, Chiropractor and owner at Andrea Chiropractic and Wellness, has been practicing since 2008 - his youngest patient being 3 days and eldest 102! He has a keen interest in radiology and wellness.

Dr Xander is passionate about helping people move better, function better, and stay well long term. His approach focuses on spinal health, posture, movement, and lifestyle habits which support the nervous system and overall wellbeing.

Whether you’re dealing with aches and pains, posture-related issues, or looking to stay proactive about your health, you’re in experienced hands.

* Dr is a courtesy title. DC stands for Doctor of Chiropractic. Not a medical doctor.

📍 Andrea Chiropractic & Wellness
📞 020 8076 1675

🥗 Healthy Power Salad (Quick & Nourishing)A simple, balanced salad that supports energy, digestion, and muscle recovery—...
23/01/2026

🥗 Healthy Power Salad (Quick & Nourishing)

A simple, balanced salad that supports energy, digestion, and muscle recovery—perfect for busy days.

Ingredients:
* Mixed leafy greens (spinach, rocket, kale)
* Cherry tomatoes, halved
* Cucumber, sliced
* Avocado, diced
* Quinoa or chickpeas (for sustained energy)
* Grilled chicken, salmon, or tofu (optional protein)

Dressing:
*Extra virgin olive oil
* Fresh lemon juice
* Salt & cracked black pepper

How to Make
1) Add greens, tomatoes, cucumber, and avocado to a bowl.
2) Top with quinoa/chickpeas and your protein of choice.
3) Drizzle with olive oil and lemon; season to taste.
4) Toss gently and serve.

Why we love it
1. Healthy fats support brain and joint health
2. Protein aids muscle repair and recovery
3. Fibre-rich veggies support digestion and gut health

Simple food. Powerful nutrition. Consistent choices matter.

21/01/2026

🏃‍♂️ Chiropractic Care for Sports Injuries 🏋️‍♀️

Sports injuries are not just about muscles and joints — they involve how the spine and nervous system control movement, strength, balance, and recovery. Chiropractic care helps restore spinal motion, improve joint function, and optimise communication between the brain and body, supporting faster recovery and reduced injury recurrence.

Whether you are recovering from a strain, managing ongoing pain, or looking to perform at your best, Chiropractic care can play a key role in keeping you active and resilient.

🚶‍♂️ Did you know taking ONE step uses around 200 muscles?Walking isn’t just your legs moving forward. Every step you ta...
20/01/2026

🚶‍♂️ Did you know taking ONE step uses around 200 muscles?

Walking isn’t just your legs moving forward. Every step you take is a full-body neurological process controlled by your brain, spinal cord, and nervous system.

🧠 Your nervous system controls:
• Motor patterns
• Balance
• Coordination
• Muscle tone
• Reflexes
• Proprioception (your body’s awareness in space)

👣 Proprioceptors in your joints, muscles, tendons, and fascia constantly send information to the brain about:
• Joint position
• Movement speed
• Load and balance

This feedback allows you to walk smoothly, stay upright, and adapt to the ground beneath you — without consciously thinking about it.

🦴 Why spinal movement matters
Healthy spinal motion provides clear, accurate proprioceptive input to the brain.

When spinal joints become restricted or misaligned, nerve input can be altered, leading to:
• Poor coordination
• Muscle imbalance
• Reduced balance
• Inefficient movement patterns

✨ Chiropractic care focuses on restoring spinal motion, helping optimise the communication between the spine and the brain — supporting better movement, posture, and function in everyday life.

Your body was designed to move. Your spine plays a bigger role than you might think.

📞 Questions about movement, posture, or spinal health?
Call us on 020 8076 1675 — we’re happy to help.

How Chiropractic Care Can Support Better Posture at Andrea Chiropractic and WellnessPosture is not just about “standing ...
20/01/2026

How Chiropractic Care Can Support Better Posture at Andrea Chiropractic and Wellness

Posture is not just about “standing up straight”. It reflects how well your spine, joints, muscles, and nervous system are working together. Chiropractic care can play an important role in supporting posture.

Here’s how 👇

✔️ Assessment of Spinal & Joint Function
Chiropractors assess posture, movement, and joint mobility to identify areas of restriction or mechanical stress that may contribute to poor postural habits.

✔️ Improving Joint Mobility
Restricted or stiff joints can limit normal movement, making good posture harder to maintain. Chiropractic care aims to restore joint motion, supporting more natural and efficient posture.

✔️ Reducing Musculoskeletal Strain
Postural strain often places extra load on muscles and joints. Care focuses on reducing mechanical stress that can contribute to discomfort and fatigue.

✔️ Supporting Movement Awareness
Through assessment, advice, and care, chiropractic can help improve awareness of how you sit, stand, work, and move throughout the day.

19/01/2026

Please note that church end road is closed due to a burst water pipe. Please consider this in your travel the the office.

All healing takes time.
19/01/2026

All healing takes time.

16/01/2026

✨ Improve Your Posture in 2026 ✨

Better posture doesn’t require perfection — it requires awareness, movement, and consistency.

✔️ Get your posture assessed
✔️ Move regularly (avoid staying in one position too long)
✔️ Strengthen postural muscles (neck, shoulders, core, hips)
✔️ Improve desk & phone habits (screen at eye level, relaxed shoulders)
✔️ Keep your spine moving with appropriate care and mobility
✔️ Take regular breaks

Posture isn’t about “sitting up straight” — it’s about how well your body functions in everyday life.

📍 Want to know where your posture could improve?
Book a consultation or join one of our free spinal screening days.

👉 Move better. Sit smarter. Stand taller in 2026.

🦴✨ What Is Activator Technique in Chiropractic?Activator Technique is a gentle, low-force chiropractic approach that use...
15/01/2026

🦴✨ What Is Activator Technique in Chiropractic?

Activator Technique is a gentle, low-force chiropractic approach that uses a small, handheld instrument called an Activator to deliver precise adjustments.

🔧 How Does Activator Technique Work?
The Activator instrument delivers a quick, controlled impulse to a specific joint. The speed of the impulse helps restore movement without the need for manual force or twisting.

✔️ Key Features
• Handheld, spring-loaded adjusting instrument
• Very fast, targeted impulse
• Minimal force applied to the joint
• No cracking or twisting of the spine

🧠 Why Chiropractors Use Activator Technique
• Highly specific and repeatable
• Comfortable and controlled
• Useful when precision is essential
• Reduces strain on surrounding tissues

👥 Who Is It Suitable For?
Activator Technique is often chosen for:
• Patients who prefer a gentler approach
• Neck or back joint restriction
• Postural imbalances
• Those uncomfortable with traditional manual adjustments

📋 Assessment-Led & Patient-Centred
Activator Technique is only used following a full assessment and clinical reasoning process. As with all chiropractic care, technique selection is based on individual needs.

14/01/2026

🦴✨ What Is Diversified Technique in Chiropractic at Andrea Chiropractic and Wellness

Diversified Technique is one of the most commonly used chiropractic approaches and forms the foundation of hands-on chiropractic care.

🔍 What Does Diversified Technique Involve?
It uses specific, manual adjustments delivered by the chiropractor’s hands, without specialised equipment, to help restore normal joint movement and alignment.

✔️ Key Features
• Precise, targeted joint adjustments
• Quick, controlled movements
• Typically associated with the familiar “click” or “pop” (caused by pressure changes within the joint — not bones moving out of place)
• Aims to reduce joint restriction and improve function

🧠 Why Chiropractors Use Diversified Technique
• Highly specific and adaptable
• Can be used across the spine and extremity joints
• Based on thorough assessment and clinical findings
• Widely taught and evidence-informed

👥 Who Is It Suitable For?
Diversified Technique may be appropriate for people with:
• Back or neck pain
• Joint stiffness or reduced movement
• Postural strain
• Muscle tension linked to joint restriction

📋 Patient-Centred & Professional Care
This technique is always applied following a full case history, examination, and where appropriate, further investigation. Care is tailored to the individual and delivered in line with professional and safety standards.

💬 Interested in learning more?
Speak with our team or book a consultation to find out whether diversified chiropractic care is right for you.

13/01/2026

🦴✨ What Is Thompson Drop Technique in Chiropractic at Andrea Chiropractic and Wellness

You may have heard us mention Thompson Drop Technique — but what does it actually mean?

🔽 A Gentle, Precise Chiropractic Technique
Thompson Drop Technique uses a specialised Chiropractic table with small sections (called drop pieces) that gently release during an adjustment. This allows the Chiropractor to deliver a very specific, low-force correction.

✔️ How It Works
• The table section drops a few millimetres
• Gravity assists the movement
• Less force is needed from the Chiropractor
• The body receives a clear, targeted input

🧠 Why Chiropractors Use It
• Accurate and controlled adjustments
• Reduced strain on joints and muscles
• Comfortable for a wide range of patients
• Particularly suitable for those who prefer a gentler approach

👥 Who Is It Suitable For?
Thompson Drop Technique is commonly used for:
• Back and neck pain
• Postural imbalances
• Joint restriction and stiffness
• Patients who are nervous about manual adjustments

📋 Evidence-Informed & Patient-Centred
As with all Chiropractic care, Thompson Drop Technique is used following a full assessment and is selected based on individual needs.

💬 Curious if it’s right for you?
Book a consultation or get in touch to learn more.

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Unit 5, Ground Floor, 54 The Burroughs
Hendon
NW44AN

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 7pm
Saturday 9:30am - 2pm

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