Road to Wellness Chiropractic - New Zealand

08/07/2025

Understanding Vertigo & the Physiology of Balance

Discover what causes vertigo and how your body maintains balance through the intricate coordination of your eyes, muscles, joints, and inner ear structures. This video breaks down the role of the vestibular system, explains the difference between peripheral and central vertigo, and explores common disorders like BPPV, Meniere’s disease, and vestibular neuritis.

03/07/2025

It’s easy to assume the whole spine needs adjusting—
but upper cervical care flips that idea on its head.

✨ The truth? The top of your spine—your atlas and axis—are small but powerful.
When these vertebrae are out of alignment, they can disrupt communication between your brain and body, affecting everything from posture to sleep, mood, and pain levels.

Upper cervical care focuses on clearing that interference, so your body can start doing what it was designed to do: heal, stabilize, and thrive.

You don’t need constant adjustments.
You just need the right one—at the right place.

📍Want to know if your symptoms are linked to the top of your neck?
Find a doctor near you at uppercervicalcare.com

Explore the most comprehensive directory of Upper Cervical Chiropractors near you and globally. Find the best care for your needs today!

30/06/2025

Sleep isn’t just downtime - your immune system is busy at work while you rest. During deep sleep, your body produces infection - fighting cells and proteins, making rest one of the most powerful (and underrated) immune boosters.

Why sleep matters:
💤 It helps balance inflammation and stress levels
🛡️ Supports immune memory - your body’s ability to recognise and respond to viruses
🧠 Improves focus, mood, and decision-making (which all impact your health choices)
Struggling with sleep? Try this:
📅 Stick to a consistent bedtime and wake-up time
🌙 Avoid caffeine after 2pm and screens 1 hour before bed
🧴 Create a calming routine - stretch, journal, read, or listen to music
🌡️ Keep your bedroom cool and dark for better melatonin production.

Sleep well, and your immune system will thank you.

26/06/2025

Get ready for an extraordinary day of fun, fitness, and philanthropy!

Join us on November 29th, 2025, at Foster Park, as we aim to set a new Guinness World Record for the largest high-intensity interval training (HIIT) class, with the goal of having 7,000 participants. This event is not just about breaking records; it’s about bringing our community together and raising funds for mental health initiatives.

For more details visit the HIIT for Hope website.👇

Help HIIT for Hope break a Guinness World Record! Donate now to support mental health initiatives, reducing mental health illness in our community. Join Us!

23/06/2025

We often think of our immune system as physical, but emotional stress plays a major role too. Chronic stress can weaken the immune response, making it easier for viruses and bacteria to take hold.

How stress impacts immunity:
⛔ High cortisol levels reduce your body’s ability to fight infection
😴 Poor sleep often goes hand-in-hand with stress, compounding the problem
📉 Mood dips can lead to unhealthy habits (comfort eating, inactivity)
To support your immune health, it’s important to look after your nervous system too:
💨 Try 5 minutes of breathwork or meditation
🚶‍♀️ Gentle movement like walking, yoga, or tai chi helps regulate stress hormones
📵 Take screen breaks, especially from news and social media
💬 Talk to someone - connection is a powerful stress reliever

16/06/2025

Our immune systems rely on nutrients to function well, especially during the colder months. And while supplements can help, food is still your best defence.
Some immune-supporting nutrients to focus on:
🍊 Vitamin C – Found in kiwifruit, citrus, capsicum, and broccoli.
🧄 Garlic and ginger – Natural anti-inflammatories and great for circulation.
🥜 Zinc – Found in seeds, nuts, lentils, and oats—essential for immune cell repair.
🥦 Phytonutrients – Plant compounds in colourful fruits and veg that help fight illness.
🥩 Protein – Helps build and repair tissues, including those involved in immune responses.

If your meals are based on whole, real ingredients, you’re already doing great. Keep it simple, seasonal, and nourishing.

10/06/2025

Winter means shorter days, colder temps, and more time indoors - which is when our immune systems need a little extra support. The good news? You don’t need to overhaul your life to stay well. A few simple daily habits can go a long way.
Here’s what helps:
🌿 Eat a range of whole foods, especially colourful fruits and vegetables
☀️ Try to get 15–30 minutes of natural sunlight each day for vitamin D
💧 Stay hydrated - even when it’s cold, your body still needs water
🛌 Prioritise quality sleep (7–8 hours for adults)
🚶‍♂️ Move your body daily - walking, stretching, or light exercise all count
Taking care of your immune system isn’t about being perfect - it’s about consistency. Small, daily choices make a big difference over time.

10/06/2025

18/05/2025

Falls are a leading cause of injury for older adults - but they’re often preventable.

Currently, 1 in 6 New Zealanders is over 65, and about 30% will experience a fall each year. Of those, 10–20% will need hospital care. For people over 85, the risk is even greater—they’re 15 times more likely to fracture a hip, and 30% who do will need to move into aged residential care.

The good news? Staying active and working on your balance can make a big difference. 💪

🎥 Check out this ACC short https://youtube.com/shorts/Dmiopo-MRGM?si=BRcLjnMFgIlpxZgj introducing Nymbl, a free, easy-to-use app for New Zealanders aged 65+ that offers fun, science-backed balance exercises - no equipment needed, just a smartphone and a few minutes a day!

Before you take that next step, have a hmmm - are you doing everything you can to stay steady?

🟢 Learn more: ACC Fall Prevention - https://www.acc.co.nz/preventing-injury/trips-falls/preventing-falls-for-over-65s
🟢 Explore more resources: livestronger.org.nz

Regular strength and balance exercise is an excellent way to increase your movement and confidence which will help to keep you living the life you want to li...

11/05/2025

🏉🏐❄️The Winter sports season is here – play smart, stay safe!

Have a Hmmm Hints features practical injury prevention tips from ACC to help you stay safe while playing rugby and other winter sports. A must-watch for players, parents, and coaches alike!

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04/05/2025

🚨 Stay safe at home with these injury prevention tips from ACC!

Injuries at home are preventable

Injuries are more likely to happen in our homes than anywhere else. We spend heaps of time there, do a wide range of jobs, and try lots of fun and interesting things. These injuries are preventable though, and you can stop them from happening.

A great way to prevent injuries is to ‘Have a hmmm?’ before you get stuck into things at home. We've put together handy hints to help you learn how to stay injury free and keep doing what you love.

There are a few things you can do to avoid a DIY-related injury. Check out these tips to stay safe while doing it yourself around the house.

👉Take your time and ‘have a hmmm?’ before you get stuck in.
👉Use the right size and type of ladder – make sure it’s balanced, fully extended and that you avoid the top rungs.
👉Use the right safety gear for each job, like a hard hat, helmet, earmuffs, overalls, eye protection, and safety mask.
👉Keep your safety gear with your tools so you remember to use it.
👉Keep workspaces tidy and remove anything that could get in the way or trip you up.
👉If the job is too tricky or needs special gear, get a professional to do it.
👉Have a fire extinguisher close by.
👉Use a residual current device (RCD) when working with power tools outside.

Easy tips to help you avoid the most common DIY injuries. Discover more handy tips at: https://www.acc.co.nz/preventing-injury/staying-safe-in-your-home/SUBS...

02/05/2025

Headaches can have many causes and understanding the type you’re experiencing is essential for finding the right treatment. Here's a breakdown of the most common types:

Tension Headaches: Often caused by muscle tightness in the neck and shoulders. You might feel a dull, constant pain or pressure around your head.

Migraines: These severe headaches can cause intense throbbing, nausea, and sensitivity to light, typically on one side of your head.

Cluster Headaches: Sharp pain around one eye, often accompanied by tearing or nasal congestion.

Sinus Headaches: Pain in the forehead or around the eyes, typically caused by sinus congestion or infection.

Knowing the type of headache you’re dealing with can help you take the first step toward effective relief. If you're unsure, we can help you get to the root cause.