Blog –

Northcote Chiropractic Centre

Back Pain Chiropractor

No Back Pain Series- Key 5; Movement & Flexibility

No Back Pain Series- Key 5; The Importance of Movement & Flexibility for a Pain-Free Spine   Introduction to how...
Read More
Back Pain Chiropractor

No Back Pain series – Key 4; Your Nerve Function depends upon Spinal Health

No Back Pain series - Key 4; Your Nerve Function depends upon Spinal Health   Introduction The spine is more...
Read More
Back Pain Chiropractor Disc

No Back Pain Series – Key 3; How Intervertebral Discs Keep Your Spine Healthy

How Intervertebral Discs Keep Your Spine Healthy Introduction Intervertebral discs play a crucial role in maintaining spinal health. These discs...
Read More
Uncategorized

No Back Pain Series – Key 2; Strengthen Your Core for a Healthier Spine

No Back Pain Series - Key 2; Strengthen Your Core for a Healthier Spine   A strong core is essential...
Read More
Back Pain Chiropractor

No Back Pain Series – Key 1 ; Spinal Alignment is Important

No Back Pain Series - Key 1 ; Spinal Alignment is Important  Back pain and what to do about it?...
Read More
Back Pain Chiropractor

Back Pain? The 7 Keys to a Pain Free Spine.

          Back Pain? The 7 Keys to a Pain-Free Spine    As chiropractors we understand the challenges and discomfort of...
Read More
Arthritis Back Pain Chiropractor Inflammation

Supplements. Which can help for Joint Cartilage repair?

Supplements. Which can help for Joint Cartilage repair? The reconstruction of joint cartilage is the Holy Grail of joint arthritis...
Read More
Arthritis Back Pain Chiropractor Inflammation

Inflammation. Do supplements help?

 Which supplements are most effective for inflammation? Inflammation is misunderstood. Its role in healing is crucial but it can be...
Read More
Back Pain Chiropractor Public Education

Supplements role in joint and muscle pain relief

Supplements role in joint and muscle pain relief.  As chiropractors, we often encounter patients seeking relief from back, hip, or...
Read More
Arthritis Back Pain Chiropractor

Osteoarthritis. How your chiropractor can help you

Osteoarthritis. How your chiropractor can help you. Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common chronic condition that affects millions of Australians, causing...
Read More
Arthritis Back Pain Chiropractor Public Education

Osteoarthritis (OA); Preventing and Managing : 🌱💪

Preventing and Managing Osteoarthritis (OA): 🌱💪   Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that affects millions of Australians, causing pain,...
Read More
Arthritis Chiropractor Public Education

Osteoarthritis. What is it and why do i have it?

Osteoarthritis. What is it and why do i have it? 🦴💡Osteoarthritis. Have you been told you have it and do...
Read More
Arthritis Back Pain Chiropractor

What is Arthritis apart from a poorly understood word?

Arthritis: Let's understand it better. Arthritis. It's a word often thrown around in conversations about joint pain and stiffness. Yet,...
Read More
Uncategorized

X-ray, CT or MRI? Which is best for you?

 Understanding Imaging Options: X-ray, CT, and MRI. What is Best?   Introduction: As chiropractors, we are frequently tasked with evaluating...
Read More
Back Pain Chiropractor Public Education

Should l have a Back Scan?

Should I have a Back Scan? The Role of Imaging in Assessing Back Pain: A Chiropractor's Perspective Back Scan; An...
Read More
Back Pain

Can anxiety cause my back pain?

Can anxiety cause my back pain? Exploring the Connection Between Anxiety and Back Pain   As chiropractors, we often encounter...
Read More
Back Pain Chiropractor

Is there an Ideal Weight for my Back?

 Is there an ideal weight for my back? A question that will cause controversy from the outset. Having a healthy...
Read More
Back Pain Chiropractor Public Education

Back Pain caused by Weight? Yes and No.

Back Pain caused by Weight?🤔 Back Pain - what is the role of Weight in its development? As chiropractors, we...
Read More
Back Pain Chiropractor Neck Pain Sleep

Stomach Sleeping – what you need to know

Stomach Sleeping - what you need to know. Stomach sleeping is the least popular sleep position though research has shown...
Read More
Back Pain Chiropractor Sleep

🌙 Exploring the Benefits  of Back Sleeping: Insights from a Chiropractor 🌙

🌙Back Sleeping Benefits: Insights from a Chiropractor 🌙 Back sleeping can have significant implications for spinal health and overall well-being....
Read More
author avatar
Greg Conlan Principal Chiropractor
Chiropractor with 35 years of private practice experience in Melbourne, Australia. Greg has had many years of work in Northcote, Essendon and surrounding suburbs helping people with their lower back pain as well as shoulders, hips and knees. As a "senior" himself, Greg particularly enjoys helping over 40's regain their physical wellbeing and get back into life.

Your Bone: The Unsung Hero of Your Health We talk a lot about back pain, joints, and posture—but beneath it all are your bone: the foundation of everything you do. Over the past few weeks, we shared a series on bone health. If you missed it, here’s...

Everyday Habits That Weaken Your Bones – and What to Do Instead We often think of weak bones as an inevitable part of ageing. But in reality, many people are unknowingly weakening their bones through daily habits. So it stands to reason that getting older means...

Osteoporosis is often called the silent disease, because you don’t feel your bones weakening—until they break. But there are clear risk factors that increase your chances of developing osteoporosis. Knowing these helps you take action early and prevent fractures. 📉 What is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis means “porous bones.” Your...

Sleep and Bone Health: Why Rest Matters More Than You Think When we talk about strong bones, most people focus on diet, exercise, and supplements. But there’s one vital ingredient for bone health you might be overlooking: sleep. During the night, your body isn’t just resting—it’s actively...

Arthritis and Bone Health: What’s the Difference and What Can You Do? When your body hurts, it can be hard to pinpoint exactly where the pain is coming from. Is it your joints? Your bones? Both? [caption id="attachment_2592" align="alignright" width="300"] h[/caption] Many people use the terms arthritis and...

Chiropractic Care and Bone Health: What’s the Connection? When most people think of bone health and chiropractors, they imagine back cracks or neck adjustments. But chiropractic care is much more than that—especially when it comes to building, maintaining, and protecting your bone health. Your bones are the framework...

Exercise for Bone Strength: What Actually Works If you've been told to “exercise more” for your bones, you're not alone. But what kind of exercise actually improves bone strength? Surprisingly, not all exercise helps this objective. Swimming and cycling are great for the heart—but they’re low-impact and...

Are Your Bones Getting Weaker? Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore Are Your Skeletal Bones Trying to Tell You Something? Most people don’t realise their bones are weakening—until something breaks. That’s because bone loss is a silent process, especially in the early stages. But your body often sends subtle clues...

Eat This, Not That: The Best Diet for Bone Health It’s easy to think of bones as hard and lifeless, but in reality, your skeleton is alive—constantly rebuilding, repairing, and renewing as it responds to the demands you make of it. And just like your muscles, bones...

Bones and Menopause: What Every Woman Needs to Know The Menopause–Bone Connection You Need to Know Let’s talk honestly: menopause can be a storm of changes, from hot flashes to weight gain,  mood swings to sleep disruption. Often very obvious. But what many women don’t realise is...

Call today on (03) 9480 4383 or