Peak Insights
Nurturing
When people describe me, I don’t imagine that the first word that comes to mind is “nurturing”. So I am going to try and come at this from the most logical and scientific angle that I can. To start off with let us define what it means to nurture. To nurture (someone...
Can Chiropractic help with headaches and migraines?
Headaches and migraines are among the most common complaints we come across at Peak Chiropractic Centre. If you have a headache or migraine, you are not alone. Some studies show that 9 out of 10 people get headaches. Most headaches are occasional, some mild but...
Simplicity
Complicated things seem more valuable, they are shiny and appealing and often easy to sell. Simplicity on the other hand often seems too parochial or too easy. Your life is increasingly more complicated. Your diary, your to-do list, your tasks, your chores are all...
Can Chiropractic Help Runners?
Running is one of the most popular sports here in Cape Town and can offer many health benefits. Whether you enjoy road running or trail running, whether you are a sprinter or a Two Oceans or Comrades Marathon runner. Chances are that you will get injured at some point...
Health gives you freedom
When we speak to someone who calls in to make their first appointment with us, they will often tell us they have a specific symptom or health complaint – back pain, headaches, asthma, TMJ issues, colic. However, when they get into the consultation with their...
Can Chiropractic help with Ear Infections?
Parents with children who suffer with recurring ear infections will know that these can be excruciatingly painful. There are also concerns over the potential risk for permanent damage to their child’s hearing and developmental and speech delays. Symptoms of an ear...
Mind-Body-Spirit Connection
We often think of connection as something that happens outwards. We think of our connections to the significant people in our lives, especially approaching Valentine's Day. A connection that is often overlooked, however, is that which we have with ourselves. We forget...
Chiropractic and Tech Neck
Tech neck is the term used to describe the damage sustained by looking down at your cell phone, tablet, or another electronic device too frequently or for too long. This is becoming a growing concern in society today. The most common symptoms of text neck or tech neck...
2022 Values
So we’ve come to that time of year when everyone is valiantly trying to change their lives for the “better” and many of us fail miserably at sticking to those New Year’s resolutions. Perhaps you’ve failed so many times before that this year you didn’t even bother...
Can Chiropractic Care Help Plantar Fasciitis?
Have you ever experienced pain at the bottom of your heel or bottom of the mid-foot area? It may have been plantar fasciitis. What is Plantar Fasciitis? The plantar fascia is a long thick band of tissue that lies beneath the skin on the bottom of your foot. It...
Recent Posts
Fluid Intelligence
When we talk about intelligence, what comes to mind? IQ tests, academic achievements, or perhaps emotional intelligence? But have you ever considered the concept of fluid intelligence? In a fluid state, things are not set, they are adaptable and mobile, and...
Benefits of sleep: Physical Restoration, Mental Clarity, and the Role of Chiropractic Care”
Sleep is an essential aspect of our daily lives that often goes overlooked. While we slumber, our bodies undergo a series of rejuvenating processes that are crucial for optimal physical and mental health. The Benefits of Sleep: Physical Restoration: During sleep, the...
The Incredible Benefits of Babywearing: Bonding, Brain Development, Spinal Development, Safety, and Ergonomics
As a certified babywearing consultant and having worked with Chiropractors for over 20 years, I am often asked to guide parents in selecting appropriate carriers and techniques that will optimize the benefits of babywearing for their child's well-being and...
Stress: Unlocking Wellness Through Chiropractic Care
Stress is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide, and it can lead to a variety of physical and mental health problems. Chiropractic care is a natural and effective way to address the physical aspects of stress and promote overall wellness. What...