A chiropractor can cover a whole lot of different avenues when it comes to health related conditions. Balance however is something that can be improved by implementing chiropractic care.
What Causes Our Balance To Get Worse?
Balance is dependant on what we do throughout our lives. If you are someone that is sitting in a slouched position or cross-legged on the couch then this can cause changes to our posture. Also injuries that involve muscles or joints can have a long-term effect on balance as changes to both gait and posture will limit the amount of strength and energy the body has to exert and focus pressure in a single spot.
Other Conditons That Can Affect Balance
- Eye disorders
- Ear disorders
- Anxiety and stress
- Medications
- High or low blood pressure
Be sure to keep in check with your GP for any medical related concerns involving medications/cardiovascular disorders.
How Can Chiropractors Help?
Chiropractors aim to make changes to the musculoskeletal system which effects both or mobility and flexibility. By doing so our balance can improve and this is because our muscles tighten up and limit our ability to control them.
What Techniques Will Chiropractors Use?
Our Chiropractors may use many different treatment modalities which can include adjustive techniques, dry needling, cupping, mobilisations or even exercise prescription.
Be aware that care is always dependant on the patients presentation on the day and other abnormalities or risks presented at the time of treatment.
If you are someone who is currently struggling with balance issues our chiropractors and remedial massage therapists can help you improve today!
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Plantar fasciitis is a common foot complaint that affects a persons heel. Symptoms involve a stabbing pain/stiffness at the heel or sole of the foot. Pain is generally worse first thing in the morning and after exercise but not during it. Pain can also be triggered by long periods of standing or getting up from long periods of sitting
Plantar fasciitis is a condition in which the plantar fascia is affected. The plantar fascia is a connective tissue that runs under the foot and serves the purpose of supporting the arch and acting as a shock absorber to weight bearing activities
Plantar fasciitis occurs due to overload on the tissue, leading to degeneration and subsequent pain. 
Those at greatest risk are individuals over the age of 40, athletic individuals [particularly runners], obese/overweight individuals and those with structural foot issues [flat feet/high arches’]
Treatment involves rest, ice, load management, medications and physical therapy. Physical therapy will primarily look at strengthening up the intrinsic and extrinsic muscles of the feet and lower leg. Insoles may also help however surgery is rarely required and often a last resort
Here are some exercises that may help speed up your recovery process
Heel raise [Toes dorsiflexed]
Towel toe curls
Plantar Fascia stretch
Remember to consult a health care professional before commencing these exercises