Chronic Pain or Injury
Accident or Injury Related Chronic Pain
Description:
Persistent pain that develops after an acute injury, accident, or trauma, lasting longer than the expected healing time and often becoming complex in nature.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Spinal adjustments to restore alignment, reduce inflammation, and support nerve recovery
Physiotherapy: Functional rehabilitation, strengthening, and post-injury mobility retraining
Massage Therapy: Myofascial release to break up scar tissue and restore tissue elasticity
Wellness Support: Stress management, pain coping strategies, and trauma-informed care
Persistent pain that develops after an acute injury, accident, or trauma, lasting longer than the expected healing time and often becoming complex in nature.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Ongoing pain for more than 3 months after injury
- Sensitivity in the injured area
- Limited mobility or strength
- Pain that worsens with activity or stress
Chiropractic: Spinal adjustments to restore alignment, reduce inflammation, and support nerve recovery
Physiotherapy: Functional rehabilitation, strengthening, and post-injury mobility retraining
Massage Therapy: Myofascial release to break up scar tissue and restore tissue elasticity
Wellness Support: Stress management, pain coping strategies, and trauma-informed care
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Description:
A chronic inflammatory disease that primarily affects the spine and sacroiliac joints, leading to stiffness, fusion, and pain.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Gentle mobilisation to maintain spinal motion without increasing inflammation
Physiotherapy: Postural exercises, stretching, and core strengthening
Massage Therapy: Reduces muscle stiffness and improves circulation
Wellness Support: Breathwork, inflammation-reducing lifestyle advice, and nervous system regulation
A chronic inflammatory disease that primarily affects the spine and sacroiliac joints, leading to stiffness, fusion, and pain.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Morning stiffness that improves with movement
- Pain in the lower back, buttocks, or hips
- Fatigue and difficulty standing upright
- Reduced flexibility of the spine
Chiropractic: Gentle mobilisation to maintain spinal motion without increasing inflammation
Physiotherapy: Postural exercises, stretching, and core strengthening
Massage Therapy: Reduces muscle stiffness and improves circulation
Wellness Support: Breathwork, inflammation-reducing lifestyle advice, and nervous system regulation
Arthritis (Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis)
Description:
Arthritis is the inflammation of one or more joints, causing pain, stiffness, and reduced movement. Osteoarthritis is degenerative, while rheumatoid arthritis is autoimmune.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Joint mobilisation to reduce pain and improve biomechanics
Physiotherapy: Strengthening surrounding muscles and low-impact exercises
Massage Therapy: Reduces inflammation, improves circulation, and eases tension
Wellness Support: Nutritional advice, mind-body relaxation, and lifestyle modification
Arthritis is the inflammation of one or more joints, causing pain, stiffness, and reduced movement. Osteoarthritis is degenerative, while rheumatoid arthritis is autoimmune.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Joint stiffness (especially in the morning)
- Swelling, warmth, and redness around joints
- Decreased joint mobility
- Chronic joint pain during or after movement
Chiropractic: Joint mobilisation to reduce pain and improve biomechanics
Physiotherapy: Strengthening surrounding muscles and low-impact exercises
Massage Therapy: Reduces inflammation, improves circulation, and eases tension
Wellness Support: Nutritional advice, mind-body relaxation, and lifestyle modification
Bursitis
Description:
Inflammation of the small, fluid-filled sacs (bursae) that cushion bones, tendons, and muscles near joints.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Reduces joint stress to prevent recurrent irritation
Physiotherapy: Corrects faulty movement patterns and promotes healing
Massage Therapy: Eases surrounding muscle tightness and reduces pressure on bursae
Wellness Support: Anti-inflammatory lifestyle strategies and education
Inflammation of the small, fluid-filled sacs (bursae) that cushion bones, tendons, and muscles near joints.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Localised pain near a joint
- Tenderness and swelling
- Pain that increases with movement or pressure
- Restricted range of motion
Chiropractic: Reduces joint stress to prevent recurrent irritation
Physiotherapy: Corrects faulty movement patterns and promotes healing
Massage Therapy: Eases surrounding muscle tightness and reduces pressure on bursae
Wellness Support: Anti-inflammatory lifestyle strategies and education
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Description:
A condition caused by compression of the median nerve in the wrist, leading to numbness, tingling, and weakness in the hand.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Adjustments to the wrist, elbow, and cervical spine to improve nerve function
Physiotherapy: Nerve gliding exercises, ergonomic advice, and wrist stabilisation
Massage Therapy: Targets forearm tension, promotes circulation, and reduces nerve irritation
Wellness Support: Stretching routines, sleep position education, and nervous system calming techniques
A condition caused by compression of the median nerve in the wrist, leading to numbness, tingling, and weakness in the hand.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Tingling or numbness in the thumb, index, and middle fingers
- Weak grip or hand fatigue
- Pain that radiates to the forearm
- Symptoms worsening at night or with repetitive tasks
Chiropractic: Adjustments to the wrist, elbow, and cervical spine to improve nerve function
Physiotherapy: Nerve gliding exercises, ergonomic advice, and wrist stabilisation
Massage Therapy: Targets forearm tension, promotes circulation, and reduces nerve irritation
Wellness Support: Stretching routines, sleep position education, and nervous system calming techniques
Cervicogenic Headache
Description:
Cervicogenic headaches are headaches that stem from dysfunction in the cervical spine and surrounding musculature. They often mimic migraines or tension headaches.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Cervical spine adjustments to address joint dysfunction and restore mobility
Physiotherapy: Postural correction and neck-strengthening exercises
Massage Therapy: Targeted neck and shoulder massage to release tight muscles
Wellness Support: Stress-relief techniques, breathwork, and nervous system regulation
Cervicogenic headaches are headaches that stem from dysfunction in the cervical spine and surrounding musculature. They often mimic migraines or tension headaches.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Pain starting at the base of the skull and spreading to the forehead or temples
- Neck stiffness and limited mobility
- Headache triggered by neck movement
- One-sided pain
Chiropractic: Cervical spine adjustments to address joint dysfunction and restore mobility
Physiotherapy: Postural correction and neck-strengthening exercises
Massage Therapy: Targeted neck and shoulder massage to release tight muscles
Wellness Support: Stress-relief techniques, breathwork, and nervous system regulation
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
Description:
CFS is a complex disorder marked by extreme fatigue that doesn’t improve with rest and worsens with physical or mental activity.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Nervous system support and spinal alignment to ease neurological burden
Physiotherapy: Graded movement therapy to gently increase activity tolerance
Massage Therapy: Relaxation and lymphatic techniques to support recovery
Wellness Support: Nervous system regulation, breathwork, sleep hygiene and adrenal support
CFS is a complex disorder marked by extreme fatigue that doesn’t improve with rest and worsens with physical or mental activity.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Persistent fatigue not alleviated by rest
- Brain fog, poor concentration
- Unrefreshing sleep
- Muscle or joint pain
- Dizziness upon standing
Chiropractic: Nervous system support and spinal alignment to ease neurological burden
Physiotherapy: Graded movement therapy to gently increase activity tolerance
Massage Therapy: Relaxation and lymphatic techniques to support recovery
Wellness Support: Nervous system regulation, breathwork, sleep hygiene and adrenal support
Chronic Low Back Pain
Description:
Chronic low back pain is defined as pain in the lumbar spine region lasting more than three months. It can be mechanical, neurological, or postural in nature.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Spinal adjustments to restore movement and alignment
Physiotherapy: Core stabilisation, movement retraining, and functional strength exercises
Massage Therapy: Deep tissue and myofascial release to reduce chronic tension
Wellness Support: Lifestyle coaching, ergonomic education, and emotional stress regulation
Chronic low back pain is defined as pain in the lumbar spine region lasting more than three months. It can be mechanical, neurological, or postural in nature.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Dull, aching or sharp pain in the lower back
- Pain worsens with activity or prolonged sitting
- Limited spinal mobility
- May radiate to buttocks or thighs
Chiropractic: Spinal adjustments to restore movement and alignment
Physiotherapy: Core stabilisation, movement retraining, and functional strength exercises
Massage Therapy: Deep tissue and myofascial release to reduce chronic tension
Wellness Support: Lifestyle coaching, ergonomic education, and emotional stress regulation
Chronic Neck Pain
Description:
Ongoing discomfort or stiffness in the cervical spine that persists for three months or more, often linked to poor posture, injury, or stress.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Corrective adjustments to cervical vertebrae to restore alignment
Physiotherapy: Strengthening of deep neck flexors and posture correction
Massage Therapy: Muscle release techniques to alleviate neck and shoulder tension
Wellness Support: Breathwork, mindfulness, and somatic relaxation to reduce stress load
Ongoing discomfort or stiffness in the cervical spine that persists for three months or more, often linked to poor posture, injury, or stress.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Persistent stiffness or tightness in the neck
- Difficulty turning the head
- Pain that radiates to the shoulders or arms
- Headaches or jaw tension
Chiropractic: Corrective adjustments to cervical vertebrae to restore alignment
Physiotherapy: Strengthening of deep neck flexors and posture correction
Massage Therapy: Muscle release techniques to alleviate neck and shoulder tension
Wellness Support: Breathwork, mindfulness, and somatic relaxation to reduce stress load
Chronic Pain
Description:
Chronic pain is defined as persistent pain lasting longer than 12 weeks. It can affect any area of the body and is often accompanied by emotional and cognitive strain.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Nervous system balancing and pain modulation
Physiotherapy: Gentle movement therapy and desensitisation protocols
Massage Therapy: Calming therapies to relieve tension and improve circulation
Wellness Support: Trauma-informed care, nervous system regulation, and resilience coaching
Chronic pain is defined as persistent pain lasting longer than 12 weeks. It can affect any area of the body and is often accompanied by emotional and cognitive strain.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Ongoing pain with no clear cause
- Sleep disturbances
- Fatigue and reduced mobility
- Depression or anxiety
Chiropractic: Nervous system balancing and pain modulation
Physiotherapy: Gentle movement therapy and desensitisation protocols
Massage Therapy: Calming therapies to relieve tension and improve circulation
Wellness Support: Trauma-informed care, nervous system regulation, and resilience coaching
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Description:
CRPS is a chronic pain condition typically affecting a limb after injury or surgery, marked by intense pain, swelling, and changes in skin color or temperature.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Gentle adjustments to reduce nervous system hypersensitivity
Physiotherapy: Desensitisation training, movement therapy, and mirror therapy
Massage Therapy: Light touch therapy and lymphatic drainage
Wellness Support: Pain education, emotional support, and neuroplasticity strategies
CRPS is a chronic pain condition typically affecting a limb after injury or surgery, marked by intense pain, swelling, and changes in skin color or temperature.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Burning or throbbing pain in one limb
- Swelling and sensitivity to touch or cold
- Skin changes (redness, temperature fluctuations)
- Reduced movement and coordination
Chiropractic: Gentle adjustments to reduce nervous system hypersensitivity
Physiotherapy: Desensitisation training, movement therapy, and mirror therapy
Massage Therapy: Light touch therapy and lymphatic drainage
Wellness Support: Pain education, emotional support, and neuroplasticity strategies
Disc Herniation with Radiculopathy
Description:
A disc herniation occurs when the soft center of a spinal disc pushes through its outer shell, often compressing nearby nerves. When this causes radiating pain, numbness, or weakness along a nerve path, it's called radiculopathy.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Gentle spinal adjustments to reduce nerve pressure and promote disc healing
Physiotherapy: Nerve glide exercises, core strengthening, and posture correction
Massage Therapy: Myofascial release to ease muscle tension and nerve irritation
Wellness Support: Ergonomic education, stress regulation, and lifestyle modifications
A disc herniation occurs when the soft center of a spinal disc pushes through its outer shell, often compressing nearby nerves. When this causes radiating pain, numbness, or weakness along a nerve path, it's called radiculopathy.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Sharp, shooting pain down the arms or legs
- Numbness or tingling in extremities
- Muscle weakness
- Increased pain with coughing or bending
Chiropractic: Gentle spinal adjustments to reduce nerve pressure and promote disc healing
Physiotherapy: Nerve glide exercises, core strengthening, and posture correction
Massage Therapy: Myofascial release to ease muscle tension and nerve irritation
Wellness Support: Ergonomic education, stress regulation, and lifestyle modifications
Discogenic Pain Syndrome
Description:
Discogenic pain originates from a damaged intervertebral disc without a full herniation. It’s a common cause of chronic low back pain due to disc degeneration or internal disc disruption.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Spinal decompression and mobilisation to reduce disc stress
Physiotherapy: Core stabilisation and load management strategies
Massage Therapy: Targeted release around the lumbar spine to reduce compensatory tension
Wellness Support: Movement coaching and pain education
Discogenic pain originates from a damaged intervertebral disc without a full herniation. It’s a common cause of chronic low back pain due to disc degeneration or internal disc disruption.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Centralised low back pain
- Worse with sitting, bending, or lifting
- No leg pain (unlike radiculopathy)
- Often chronic and dull
Chiropractic: Spinal decompression and mobilisation to reduce disc stress
Physiotherapy: Core stabilisation and load management strategies
Massage Therapy: Targeted release around the lumbar spine to reduce compensatory tension
Wellness Support: Movement coaching and pain education
Fibromyalgia
Description:
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition marked by widespread pain, fatigue, and heightened sensitivity to pressure. It often coexists with anxiety, depression, or sleep disturbances.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Nervous system regulation and gentle adjustments for pain modulation
Physiotherapy: Movement reintroduction, pacing, and gentle strengthening
Massage Therapy: Relaxation-based massage to ease tension and reduce sensitivity
Wellness Support: Breathwork, sleep hygiene, and trauma-informed nervous system care
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition marked by widespread pain, fatigue, and heightened sensitivity to pressure. It often coexists with anxiety, depression, or sleep disturbances.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Widespread musculoskeletal pain
- Fatigue and sleep disruption
- Brain fog ("fibro fog")
- Sensitivity to pressure or touch
Chiropractic: Nervous system regulation and gentle adjustments for pain modulation
Physiotherapy: Movement reintroduction, pacing, and gentle strengthening
Massage Therapy: Relaxation-based massage to ease tension and reduce sensitivity
Wellness Support: Breathwork, sleep hygiene, and trauma-informed nervous system care
Hip Osteoarthritis
Description:
Hip osteoarthritis is the breakdown of cartilage in the hip joint, leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility over time.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Pelvic alignment and joint support to reduce stress on the hip
Physiotherapy: Gait analysis, strengthening, and range-of-motion exercises
Massage Therapy: Releases tight glute and hip muscles to improve movement
Wellness Support: Joint preservation strategies and anti-inflammatory guidance
Hip osteoarthritis is the breakdown of cartilage in the hip joint, leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility over time.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Pain in the hip or groin
- Stiffness, especially in the morning
- Difficulty with walking, stairs, or getting up from sitting
- Clicking or grinding in the hip
Chiropractic: Pelvic alignment and joint support to reduce stress on the hip
Physiotherapy: Gait analysis, strengthening, and range-of-motion exercises
Massage Therapy: Releases tight glute and hip muscles to improve movement
Wellness Support: Joint preservation strategies and anti-inflammatory guidance
Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITB Syndrome)
Description:
A common overuse injury causing pain along the outer thigh and knee, often affecting runners or cyclists.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Pelvic and lumbar adjustments to correct biomechanical imbalances.
Physiotherapy: Stretching, foam rolling, and gait retraining.
Massage Therapy: Myofascial release of the IT band and surrounding tissues.
Wellness Support: Running form assessment and training modifications.
A common overuse injury causing pain along the outer thigh and knee, often affecting runners or cyclists.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Lateral knee pain
- Tightness along the outer thigh
- Pain during repetitive motion
- Swelling or inflammation
Chiropractic: Pelvic and lumbar adjustments to correct biomechanical imbalances.
Physiotherapy: Stretching, foam rolling, and gait retraining.
Massage Therapy: Myofascial release of the IT band and surrounding tissues.
Wellness Support: Running form assessment and training modifications.
Migraine
Description:
Migraines are intense, throbbing headaches often accompanied by nausea, light sensitivity, and visual disturbances. They can be triggered by stress, hormonal changes, or neurological imbalances.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Upper cervical adjustments to reduce nerve irritation and improve blood flow.
Physiotherapy: Postural correction and neck strengthening to reduce cervical triggers.
Massage Therapy: Targets tension in the neck, shoulders, and jaw to relieve triggers.
Wellness Support: Stress reduction, breathwork, and identifying lifestyle triggers.
Migraines are intense, throbbing headaches often accompanied by nausea, light sensitivity, and visual disturbances. They can be triggered by stress, hormonal changes, or neurological imbalances.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Pulsating or throbbing head pain (often one-sided)
- Nausea or vomiting
- Sensitivity to light, sound, or smell
- Aura (visual disturbances before onset)
Chiropractic: Upper cervical adjustments to reduce nerve irritation and improve blood flow.
Physiotherapy: Postural correction and neck strengthening to reduce cervical triggers.
Massage Therapy: Targets tension in the neck, shoulders, and jaw to relieve triggers.
Wellness Support: Stress reduction, breathwork, and identifying lifestyle triggers.
Myofascial Pain Syndrome
Description:
A chronic pain condition caused by tight knots in the muscles (trigger points), which can cause referred pain and limited movement.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Addresses spinal misalignments that contribute to muscle overuse.
Physiotherapy: Stretching, posture training, and trigger point therapy.
Massage Therapy: Direct trigger point release and myofascial work.
Wellness Support: Movement re-education, stress regulation, and ergonomic strategies.
A chronic pain condition caused by tight knots in the muscles (trigger points), which can cause referred pain and limited movement.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Deep, aching muscle pain
- Trigger points that cause pain in other areas
- Muscle stiffness or weakness
- Sleep disturbances
Chiropractic: Addresses spinal misalignments that contribute to muscle overuse.
Physiotherapy: Stretching, posture training, and trigger point therapy.
Massage Therapy: Direct trigger point release and myofascial work.
Wellness Support: Movement re-education, stress regulation, and ergonomic strategies.
Nerve Compression (e.g., Meralgia Paresthetica)
Description:
Occurs when a nerve is compressed by surrounding tissues, leading to pain, numbness, or tingling. Meralgia paresthetica affects the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve in the thigh.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Reduces nerve compression through spinal and pelvic adjustments.
Physiotherapy: Corrects posture and muscle imbalance to relieve pressure.
Massage Therapy: Loosens surrounding soft tissue structures.
Wellness Support: Nerve flossing exercises and inflammation management.
Occurs when a nerve is compressed by surrounding tissues, leading to pain, numbness, or tingling. Meralgia paresthetica affects the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve in the thigh.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Burning, tingling, or numbness (often outer thigh)
- Increased discomfort with standing or walking
- Hypersensitivity to touch or pressure
- Sharp or shooting pain in a specific nerve distribution
Chiropractic: Reduces nerve compression through spinal and pelvic adjustments.
Physiotherapy: Corrects posture and muscle imbalance to relieve pressure.
Massage Therapy: Loosens surrounding soft tissue structures.
Wellness Support: Nerve flossing exercises and inflammation management.
Nerve Pain
Description:
Also known as neuropathic pain, this type of pain stems from nerve damage or dysfunction, leading to sharp, burning, or shooting sensations.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Supports the nervous system by enhancing spinal and joint alignment.
Physiotherapy: Builds nerve mobility and strength through tailored rehab.
Massage Therapy: Improves circulation and reduces muscle guarding.
Wellness Support: Breathwork and neuroregulation to soothe an overstimulated nervous system.
Also known as neuropathic pain, this type of pain stems from nerve damage or dysfunction, leading to sharp, burning, or shooting sensations.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Burning, tingling, or electric shock-like pain
- Sensitivity to touch or cold
- Muscle weakness or loss of coordination
- Pain unrelated to movement or posture
Chiropractic: Supports the nervous system by enhancing spinal and joint alignment.
Physiotherapy: Builds nerve mobility and strength through tailored rehab.
Massage Therapy: Improves circulation and reduces muscle guarding.
Wellness Support: Breathwork and neuroregulation to soothe an overstimulated nervous system.
Osteoporosis (Pain Related to Fractures or Spinal Changes)
Description:
Osteoporosis weakens bones, increasing the risk of fractures and spinal deformities, which can lead to persistent pain and postural changes.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Low-force, safe techniques to reduce discomfort and support posture.
Physiotherapy: Bone-loading exercises and balance training to prevent falls.
Massage Therapy: Gentle techniques to reduce tension and improve mobility.
Wellness Support: Nutritional advice, lifestyle support, and fall prevention education.
Osteoporosis weakens bones, increasing the risk of fractures and spinal deformities, which can lead to persistent pain and postural changes.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Back or hip pain (especially after minor trauma)
- Stooped posture or height loss
- Fragility fractures
- Stiffness and muscle strain around the spine
Chiropractic: Low-force, safe techniques to reduce discomfort and support posture.
Physiotherapy: Bone-loading exercises and balance training to prevent falls.
Massage Therapy: Gentle techniques to reduce tension and improve mobility.
Wellness Support: Nutritional advice, lifestyle support, and fall prevention education.
Piriformis SyndromE
Description:
Piriformis Syndrome occurs when the piriformis muscle in the buttocks compresses the sciatic nerve, causing radiating pain, numbness, or tingling down the leg.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Pelvic and lumbar adjustments to reduce sciatic nerve tension.
Physiotherapy: Stretching and strengthening of glutes, hips, and core to relieve pressure.
Massage Therapy: Deep tissue and trigger point release in the piriformis and surrounding muscles.
Wellness Support: Ergonomic advice, stretching routines, and mobility coaching.
Piriformis Syndrome occurs when the piriformis muscle in the buttocks compresses the sciatic nerve, causing radiating pain, numbness, or tingling down the leg.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Deep buttock pain, especially when sitting
- Pain radiating down the back of the leg (sciatica-like)
- Difficulty walking, climbing stairs, or transitioning from sitting to standing
- Muscle spasms or tightness in the hip
Chiropractic: Pelvic and lumbar adjustments to reduce sciatic nerve tension.
Physiotherapy: Stretching and strengthening of glutes, hips, and core to relieve pressure.
Massage Therapy: Deep tissue and trigger point release in the piriformis and surrounding muscles.
Wellness Support: Ergonomic advice, stretching routines, and mobility coaching.
Plantar Fasciitis
Description:
A common cause of heel pain, plantar fasciitis involves inflammation of the thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Foot and ankle adjustments to improve joint alignment and biomechanics.
Physiotherapy: Stretching, strengthening, and gait retraining.
Massage Therapy: Myofascial release through the arch and calf to reduce tension.
Wellness Support: Advice on supportive footwear, orthotics, and self-massage tools.
A common cause of heel pain, plantar fasciitis involves inflammation of the thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Sharp heel pain, especially with the first steps in the morning
- Pain after prolonged standing or physical activity
- Tightness in calves or Achilles tendon
- Heel tenderness to touch
Chiropractic: Foot and ankle adjustments to improve joint alignment and biomechanics.
Physiotherapy: Stretching, strengthening, and gait retraining.
Massage Therapy: Myofascial release through the arch and calf to reduce tension.
Wellness Support: Advice on supportive footwear, orthotics, and self-massage tools.
Post Fracture Pain
Description:
Even after a bone has healed, residual pain, stiffness, or weakness can persist due to soft tissue damage, joint compensation, or nerve sensitivity.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Gentle mobilization to restore alignment and balance.
Physiotherapy: Rehab exercises to rebuild strength, mobility, and confidence.
Massage Therapy: Soft tissue work to break up scar tissue and reduce stiffness.
Wellness Support: Pain management strategies and progressive activity plans.
Even after a bone has healed, residual pain, stiffness, or weakness can persist due to soft tissue damage, joint compensation, or nerve sensitivity.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Lingering pain at the fracture site
- Reduced range of motion or joint stiffness
- Muscle weakness around the injured area
- Swelling or tenderness
Chiropractic: Gentle mobilization to restore alignment and balance.
Physiotherapy: Rehab exercises to rebuild strength, mobility, and confidence.
Massage Therapy: Soft tissue work to break up scar tissue and reduce stiffness.
Wellness Support: Pain management strategies and progressive activity plans.
Sacroiliac Joint DysfunctioN
Description:
The sacroiliac (SI) joint connects the spine to the pelvis. Dysfunction here can cause pain in the lower back, buttocks, or legs, often mistaken for sciatica.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Specific adjustments to the SI joint to restore mobility and reduce inflammation.
Physiotherapy: Pelvic stability and core strengthening exercises.
Massage Therapy: Releases tension in supporting muscles like glutes and hip flexors.
Wellness Support: Postural guidance and home exercises to prevent flare-ups.
The sacroiliac (SI) joint connects the spine to the pelvis. Dysfunction here can cause pain in the lower back, buttocks, or legs, often mistaken for sciatica.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Sharp or dull pain in the lower back or buttock
- Pain that worsens with standing, walking, or stair climbing
- Instability or stiffness in the pelvis
- Referred pain into the groin or thigh
Chiropractic: Specific adjustments to the SI joint to restore mobility and reduce inflammation.
Physiotherapy: Pelvic stability and core strengthening exercises.
Massage Therapy: Releases tension in supporting muscles like glutes and hip flexors.
Wellness Support: Postural guidance and home exercises to prevent flare-ups.
Sciatica
Description:
Sciatica refers to pain that radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve — typically from the lower back through the hips and down the legs.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Decompression and spinal adjustments to relieve nerve irritation.
Physiotherapy: Exercises to relieve pressure on the sciatic nerve and strengthen support muscles.
Massage Therapy: Loosens tight muscles compressing the sciatic nerve.
Wellness Support: Ergonomic and posture tips, mobility coaching, and lifestyle modifications.
Sciatica refers to pain that radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve — typically from the lower back through the hips and down the legs.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Shooting or burning pain down one leg
- Numbness, tingling, or weakness in the leg or foot
- Pain worsens with sitting or bending
- Possible lower back or buttock discomfort
Chiropractic: Decompression and spinal adjustments to relieve nerve irritation.
Physiotherapy: Exercises to relieve pressure on the sciatic nerve and strengthen support muscles.
Massage Therapy: Loosens tight muscles compressing the sciatic nerve.
Wellness Support: Ergonomic and posture tips, mobility coaching, and lifestyle modifications.
Scoliosis (Pain-Related)
Description:
Scoliosis is a sideways curvature of the spine that can lead to muscular imbalances, joint strain, and chronic pain if not properly managed.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Spinal adjustments and posture-focused care to support symmetry.
Physiotherapy: Core strengthening and mobility routines to prevent compensation.
Massage Therapy: Relieves muscular tension caused by imbalances.
Wellness Support: Breathwork, movement practices, and body awareness training.
Scoliosis is a sideways curvature of the spine that can lead to muscular imbalances, joint strain, and chronic pain if not properly managed.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Uneven shoulders, hips, or posture
- Back pain and fatigue after standing or sitting
- Limited mobility or rib cage rotation
- Possible nerve irritation or breathing difficulties in severe cases
Chiropractic: Spinal adjustments and posture-focused care to support symmetry.
Physiotherapy: Core strengthening and mobility routines to prevent compensation.
Massage Therapy: Relieves muscular tension caused by imbalances.
Wellness Support: Breathwork, movement practices, and body awareness training.
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Description:
Occurs when the tendons of the shoulder are compressed during overhead movements, leading to inflammation and pain.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Aligns the shoulder girdle and thoracic spine to improve movement.
Physiotherapy: Strengthens rotator cuff and scapular muscles.
Massage Therapy: Reduces inflammation and tension in the deltoid and upper back.
Wellness Support: Postural exercises and ergonomic advice.
Occurs when the tendons of the shoulder are compressed during overhead movements, leading to inflammation and pain.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Pain when lifting the arm overhead or behind the back
- Weakness in the shoulder or arm
- Clicking or catching sensations
- Difficulty sleeping on the affected side
Chiropractic: Aligns the shoulder girdle and thoracic spine to improve movement.
Physiotherapy: Strengthens rotator cuff and scapular muscles.
Massage Therapy: Reduces inflammation and tension in the deltoid and upper back.
Wellness Support: Postural exercises and ergonomic advice.
Spondylolisthesis
Description:
A condition where one vertebra slips forward over the one below it, causing instability and possible nerve irritation.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Stabilising adjustments and low-force techniques to reduce stress on the spine.
Physiotherapy: Core stabilisation and strengthening programs.
Massage Therapy: Relieves tightness in supporting muscles.
Wellness Support: Education, back care strategies, and long-term movement plans.
A condition where one vertebra slips forward over the one below it, causing instability and possible nerve irritation.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Lower back pain and stiffness
- Radiating pain to the legs
- Muscle tightness or spasms
- Limited spine mobility
Chiropractic: Stabilising adjustments and low-force techniques to reduce stress on the spine.
Physiotherapy: Core stabilisation and strengthening programs.
Massage Therapy: Relieves tightness in supporting muscles.
Wellness Support: Education, back care strategies, and long-term movement plans.
Spondylosis (Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar)
Description:
Spondylosis refers to age-related wear and tear affecting the spinal discs and vertebrae, which can lead to stiffness, pain, and nerve compression in the neck, mid-back, or lower back.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Gentle spinal mobilisations to improve flexibility and reduce pressure.
Physiotherapy: Postural retraining, core strengthening, and mobility exercises.
Massage Therapy: Relieves tight muscles and improves circulation in affected areas.
Wellness Support: Lifestyle advice and pain management techniques to prevent progression.
Spondylosis refers to age-related wear and tear affecting the spinal discs and vertebrae, which can lead to stiffness, pain, and nerve compression in the neck, mid-back, or lower back.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Chronic neck, mid-back, or lower back pain
- Morning stiffness and reduced flexibility
- Radiating pain, numbness, or weakness in arms or legs
- Grinding or popping sensations with movement
Chiropractic: Gentle spinal mobilisations to improve flexibility and reduce pressure.
Physiotherapy: Postural retraining, core strengthening, and mobility exercises.
Massage Therapy: Relieves tight muscles and improves circulation in affected areas.
Wellness Support: Lifestyle advice and pain management techniques to prevent progression.
Sprain/Strain
Description:
Sprains affect ligaments, while strains affect muscles or tendons. These injuries often occur due to overuse, sudden movements, or trauma, leading to pain, swelling, and reduced mobility.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Restores joint alignment and supports healing.
Physiotherapy: Rehab to rebuild strength and mobility.
Massage Therapy: Promotes circulation and reduces scar tissue.
Wellness Support: Taping, home exercise plans, and ergonomic advice.
Sprains affect ligaments, while strains affect muscles or tendons. These injuries often occur due to overuse, sudden movements, or trauma, leading to pain, swelling, and reduced mobility.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Localised pain, swelling, or bruising
- Reduced range of motion
- Muscle weakness or spasms
- Pain with movement or weight-bearing
Chiropractic: Restores joint alignment and supports healing.
Physiotherapy: Rehab to rebuild strength and mobility.
Massage Therapy: Promotes circulation and reduces scar tissue.
Wellness Support: Taping, home exercise plans, and ergonomic advice.
Tension Headache
Description:
Tension headaches are the most common type of headache and are typically caused by stress, muscle tension, or poor posture.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Spinal and cervical adjustments to release pressure.
Physiotherapy: Posture correction and neck muscle relaxation techniques.
Massage Therapy: Reduces muscle tightness and stress-related tension.
Wellness Support: Breathing practices and stress-reduction strategies.
Tension headaches are the most common type of headache and are typically caused by stress, muscle tension, or poor posture.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Dull, aching pain around the head or temples
- Pressure-like tightness across the forehead or back of head
- Neck and shoulder tension
- Fatigue or difficulty concentrating
Chiropractic: Spinal and cervical adjustments to release pressure.
Physiotherapy: Posture correction and neck muscle relaxation techniques.
Massage Therapy: Reduces muscle tightness and stress-related tension.
Wellness Support: Breathing practices and stress-reduction strategies.
Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJ JAW PAIN)
Description:
TMJ dysfunction affects the jaw joint and surrounding muscles, leading to pain, restricted jaw movement, and clicking or locking of the jaw.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Gentle jaw, neck, and cranial adjustments to improve function.
Physiotherapy: Muscle retraining and jaw mobilisation techniques.
Massage Therapy: Relieves muscle tension in jaw, neck, and shoulders.
Wellness Support: Stress reduction and at-home exercises to manage symptoms.
TMJ dysfunction affects the jaw joint and surrounding muscles, leading to pain, restricted jaw movement, and clicking or locking of the jaw.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Jaw pain, especially while chewing or talking
- Clicking, popping, or locking of the jaw
- Headaches or facial tension
- Earaches or ringing in the ears
Chiropractic: Gentle jaw, neck, and cranial adjustments to improve function.
Physiotherapy: Muscle retraining and jaw mobilisation techniques.
Massage Therapy: Relieves muscle tension in jaw, neck, and shoulders.
Wellness Support: Stress reduction and at-home exercises to manage symptoms.
Tendinitis (Chronic)
Description:
Chronic tendinitis is the inflammation or irritation of a tendon that persists over time, often due to repetitive strain or improper healing.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Improves joint mechanics to reduce strain on tendons.
Physiotherapy: Rehab exercises and loading programs for healing.
Massage Therapy: Myofascial release to ease surrounding muscle tension.
Wellness Support: Education on proper body mechanics and lifestyle changes.
Chronic tendinitis is the inflammation or irritation of a tendon that persists over time, often due to repetitive strain or improper healing.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Persistent aching or sharp pain near joints
- Swelling or tenderness
- Pain that worsens with activity
- Reduced joint function or strength
Chiropractic: Improves joint mechanics to reduce strain on tendons.
Physiotherapy: Rehab exercises and loading programs for healing.
Massage Therapy: Myofascial release to ease surrounding muscle tension.
Wellness Support: Education on proper body mechanics and lifestyle changes.
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Description:
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) occurs when nerves or blood vessels are compressed in the space between the collarbone and the first rib, causing pain, numbness, and weakness in the arms.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Adjustments to relieve compression in the upper spine and ribs.
Physiotherapy: Postural correction and nerve gliding exercises.
Massage Therapy: Releases tension in scalenes, pecs, and shoulder girdle.
Wellness Support: Ergonomic support and activity modification.
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) occurs when nerves or blood vessels are compressed in the space between the collarbone and the first rib, causing pain, numbness, and weakness in the arms.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Tingling, numbness, or weakness in the arm or hand
- Shoulder and neck pain
- Swelling or discolouration in the arm
- Symptoms worsen with overhead activity
Chiropractic: Adjustments to relieve compression in the upper spine and ribs.
Physiotherapy: Postural correction and nerve gliding exercises.
Massage Therapy: Releases tension in scalenes, pecs, and shoulder girdle.
Wellness Support: Ergonomic support and activity modification.
Torticollis
Description:
Torticollis is a condition where the neck muscles contract, causing the head to twist to one side. It can be congenital (in infants) or acquired (in adults due to strain or injury).
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Gentle adjustments to rebalance cervical spine and reduce muscle tension.
Physiotherapy: Stretching and strengthening to restore full range of motion.
Massage Therapy: Releases tight muscles contributing to the tilt.
Wellness Support: Parent education, home stretches, and posture tips.
Torticollis is a condition where the neck muscles contract, causing the head to twist to one side. It can be congenital (in infants) or acquired (in adults due to strain or injury).
Signs and Symptoms:
- Head tilt and restricted neck movement
- Neck stiffness or spasms
- Pain or tightness on one side of the neck
- In infants: flat head syndrome or feeding issues
Chiropractic: Gentle adjustments to rebalance cervical spine and reduce muscle tension.
Physiotherapy: Stretching and strengthening to restore full range of motion.
Massage Therapy: Releases tight muscles contributing to the tilt.
Wellness Support: Parent education, home stretches, and posture tips.
Visceral ORGAN Pain
Description:
Visceral pain originates from internal organs and may be referred to other parts of the body, often appearing vague, deep, or cramp-like in nature.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Spinal adjustments to support autonomic nervous system function.
Physiotherapy: Diaphragmatic breathing and core integration.
Massage Therapy: Abdominal massage and visceral manipulation techniques.
Wellness Support: Gut-health support and somatic therapies for trauma integration.
Visceral pain originates from internal organs and may be referred to other parts of the body, often appearing vague, deep, or cramp-like in nature.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Dull, aching, or cramping abdominal or pelvic pain
- Referred pain to back, shoulders, or chest
- Nausea, bloating, or digestive symptoms
- Sensitivity to emotional or physical stress
Chiropractic: Spinal adjustments to support autonomic nervous system function.
Physiotherapy: Diaphragmatic breathing and core integration.
Massage Therapy: Abdominal massage and visceral manipulation techniques.
Wellness Support: Gut-health support and somatic therapies for trauma integration.
Whiplash Associated Disorders
Description:
Whiplash is a neck injury caused by rapid back-and-forth movement, often due to car accidents or sudden impact. It affects muscles, ligaments, discs, and nerves.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chiropractic: Safe spinal adjustments to restore motion and reduce nerve irritation.
Physiotherapy: Graded rehab to rebuild strength and function.
Massage Therapy: Loosens tight, protective muscles and improves circulation.
Wellness Support: Sleep and stress support for full recovery.
Whiplash is a neck injury caused by rapid back-and-forth movement, often due to car accidents or sudden impact. It affects muscles, ligaments, discs, and nerves.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Neck pain and stiffness
- Headaches, often starting at the base of the skull
- Shoulder, upper back, or arm pain
- Dizziness, fatigue, or concentration difficulties
Chiropractic: Safe spinal adjustments to restore motion and reduce nerve irritation.
Physiotherapy: Graded rehab to rebuild strength and function.
Massage Therapy: Loosens tight, protective muscles and improves circulation.
Wellness Support: Sleep and stress support for full recovery.
Brain & Nervous System
ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder)
Description:
ADD is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects focus, attention, and executive function. Unlike ADHD, ADD does not typically include hyperactivity but can significantly interfere with learning, productivity, and daily functioning.
Signs and Symptoms:
In Children:
Chiropractic:
Neurological adjustments to improve brain-body communication and regulate overstimulated or underperforming areas of the brain.
Physiotherapy:
Movement-based rehab to support posture, vestibular integration, and coordination — often helpful for improving sensory feedback and attention regulation.
Massage Therapy:
Relieves muscular tension and nervous system strain, supporting better emotional regulation and focus.
Wellness Support:
Lifestyle coaching, breathwork, journaling prompts, and mindfulness-based tools tailored for attention, clarity, and emotional balance.
ADD is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects focus, attention, and executive function. Unlike ADHD, ADD does not typically include hyperactivity but can significantly interfere with learning, productivity, and daily functioning.
Signs and Symptoms:
In Children:
- Difficulty staying focused or following instructions
- Easily distracted and forgetful
- Daydreaming or appearing “spaced out”
- Trouble completing tasks or homework
- Disorganisation and messy schoolwork
- Chronic procrastination or forgetfulness
- Poor time management and planning
- Struggling to maintain focus in meetings or conversations
- Mental fatigue or overwhelm with multitasking
- Low motivation despite intention
Chiropractic:
Neurological adjustments to improve brain-body communication and regulate overstimulated or underperforming areas of the brain.
Physiotherapy:
Movement-based rehab to support posture, vestibular integration, and coordination — often helpful for improving sensory feedback and attention regulation.
Massage Therapy:
Relieves muscular tension and nervous system strain, supporting better emotional regulation and focus.
Wellness Support:
Lifestyle coaching, breathwork, journaling prompts, and mindfulness-based tools tailored for attention, clarity, and emotional balance.
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
Description:
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition affecting attention, impulse control, and activity levels. It often begins in childhood and may persist into adulthood, affecting daily functioning, relationships, and work performance.
Signs and Symptoms:
Kids: Inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, difficulty sitting still, interrupting, forgetfulness.
Adults: Restlessness, disorganisation, time management struggles, poor focus, impulsivity in decision-making.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition affecting attention, impulse control, and activity levels. It often begins in childhood and may persist into adulthood, affecting daily functioning, relationships, and work performance.
Signs and Symptoms:
Kids: Inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, difficulty sitting still, interrupting, forgetfulness.
Adults: Restlessness, disorganisation, time management struggles, poor focus, impulsivity in decision-making.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
- Chiropractic: Nervous system-focused care to reduce overstimulation and improve regulation.
- Physiotherapy: Motor coordination support and physical activity regulation.
- Massage Therapy: Calming sessions to reduce muscle tension and improve relaxation.
- Wellness Support: Mindfulness coaching, breathing techniques, lifestyle and nutrition guidance.
Anxiety
Description:
Anxiety involves excessive worry, fear, or nervousness, often out of proportion to the situation. It can manifest physically, emotionally, and behaviorally.
Signs and Symptoms:
Kids: Clinginess, school refusal, stomach aches, tantrums, sleep disturbances.
Adults: Excessive worry, racing thoughts, panic attacks, muscle tension, insomnia.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Anxiety involves excessive worry, fear, or nervousness, often out of proportion to the situation. It can manifest physically, emotionally, and behaviorally.
Signs and Symptoms:
Kids: Clinginess, school refusal, stomach aches, tantrums, sleep disturbances.
Adults: Excessive worry, racing thoughts, panic attacks, muscle tension, insomnia.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
- Chiropractic: Balances the nervous system and reduces sympathetic overdrive.
- Physiotherapy: Breath retraining and postural work for tension release.
- Massage Therapy: Helps reduce physical manifestations of stress.
- Wellness Support: Guided breathwork, journaling, somatic awareness, and nervous system regulation practices.
ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorders)
Description:
ASD is a developmental condition impacting communication, social interaction, and behavior. It ranges in presentation and may include sensory sensitivities and motor challenges.
Signs and Symptoms:
Kids: Delayed speech, difficulty with social cues, repetitive behaviors, sensory aversions.
Adults: Social anxiety, communication difficulties, rigid routines, sensory overwhelm.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
ASD is a developmental condition impacting communication, social interaction, and behavior. It ranges in presentation and may include sensory sensitivities and motor challenges.
Signs and Symptoms:
Kids: Delayed speech, difficulty with social cues, repetitive behaviors, sensory aversions.
Adults: Social anxiety, communication difficulties, rigid routines, sensory overwhelm.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
- Chiropractic: Gentle adjustments to support sensory integration and motor coordination.
- Physiotherapy: Balance, strength, and sensory-motor development programs.
- Massage Therapy: Safe, trauma-informed touch to ease sensory defensiveness.
- Wellness Support: Structured routines, mindfulness, emotional regulation tools.
Asperger’s Syndrome
Description:
Now considered part of the autism spectrum, Asperger’s involves challenges with social interaction, focused interests, and sensory processing, often without language delay.
Signs and Symptoms:
Kids: Difficulty making friends, rigid routines, advanced vocabulary but poor social awareness.
Adults: Relationship challenges, perfectionism, burnout, social anxiety.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Now considered part of the autism spectrum, Asperger’s involves challenges with social interaction, focused interests, and sensory processing, often without language delay.
Signs and Symptoms:
Kids: Difficulty making friends, rigid routines, advanced vocabulary but poor social awareness.
Adults: Relationship challenges, perfectionism, burnout, social anxiety.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
- Chiropractic: Supports self-regulation and brain-body connection.
- Physiotherapy: Movement-based sensory integration.
- Massage Therapy: Calming sensory input.
- Wellness Support: Coaching on emotional awareness and mind-body techniques.
Autonomic Dysregulation / Dysautonomia
Description:
This condition involves dysfunction in the autonomic nervous system (ANS), affecting heart rate, digestion, temperature regulation, and stress responses.
Signs and Symptoms:
Kids: Dizziness, fatigue, digestive issues, heat intolerance.
Adults: Lightheadedness, heart palpitations, anxiety, fatigue, GI disturbances.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
This condition involves dysfunction in the autonomic nervous system (ANS), affecting heart rate, digestion, temperature regulation, and stress responses.
Signs and Symptoms:
Kids: Dizziness, fatigue, digestive issues, heat intolerance.
Adults: Lightheadedness, heart palpitations, anxiety, fatigue, GI disturbances.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
- Chiropractic: Regulates autonomic tone via vagus nerve support.
- Physiotherapy: Movement and breath work for autonomic recalibration.
- Massage Therapy: Balances sympathetic and parasympathetic activity.
- Wellness Support: Cold exposure, vagal toning, mindfulness, grounding
Bipolar Disorder
Description:
A mood disorder characterized by alternating episodes of depression and mania/hypomania, impacting emotional regulation, behaviour, and energy levels.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Mood swings, irritability, aggressive outbursts, rapid speech, difficulty focusing, impulsivity.
Adults: Periods of intense energy and euphoria followed by depressive episodes, sleep disturbances, impulsivity, racing thoughts.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Nervous system regulation via spinal adjustments to support mood balance.
Physiotherapy: Movement-based regulation techniques and nervous system calming strategies.
Massage Therapy: Calms the nervous system and supports emotional balance.
Wellness Support: Breathwork, emotional processing, and somatic self-awareness tools.
A mood disorder characterized by alternating episodes of depression and mania/hypomania, impacting emotional regulation, behaviour, and energy levels.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Mood swings, irritability, aggressive outbursts, rapid speech, difficulty focusing, impulsivity.
Adults: Periods of intense energy and euphoria followed by depressive episodes, sleep disturbances, impulsivity, racing thoughts.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Nervous system regulation via spinal adjustments to support mood balance.
Physiotherapy: Movement-based regulation techniques and nervous system calming strategies.
Massage Therapy: Calms the nervous system and supports emotional balance.
Wellness Support: Breathwork, emotional processing, and somatic self-awareness tools.
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
Description:
A complex disorder marked by extreme fatigue not improved by rest, often worsened by physical or mental activity.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Reduced school attendance, joint/muscle pain, dizziness, memory issues.
Adults: Persistent fatigue, brain fog, unrefreshing sleep, post-exertional malaise.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Nervous system regulation to reduce fatigue triggers.
Physiotherapy: Gentle rehabilitation and energy pacing strategies.
Massage Therapy: Improves circulation and reduces physical tension.
Wellness Support: Nervous system regulation, lifestyle modification, and pacing tools.
A complex disorder marked by extreme fatigue not improved by rest, often worsened by physical or mental activity.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Reduced school attendance, joint/muscle pain, dizziness, memory issues.
Adults: Persistent fatigue, brain fog, unrefreshing sleep, post-exertional malaise.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Nervous system regulation to reduce fatigue triggers.
Physiotherapy: Gentle rehabilitation and energy pacing strategies.
Massage Therapy: Improves circulation and reduces physical tension.
Wellness Support: Nervous system regulation, lifestyle modification, and pacing tools.
Cognitive Fatigue
Description:
Mental exhaustion that results from prolonged cognitive effort, often associated with neurological or chronic pain conditions.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Short attention span, poor memory, irritability, difficulty completing tasks.
Adults: Brain fog, forgetfulness, difficulty processing information, mental exhaustion.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Enhances brain-body communication and reduces strain.
Physiotherapy: Pacing strategies, postural support for brain perfusion.
Massage Therapy: Relieves muscular tension contributing to fatigue.
Wellness Support: Breathwork, grounding, and pacing techniques.
Mental exhaustion that results from prolonged cognitive effort, often associated with neurological or chronic pain conditions.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Short attention span, poor memory, irritability, difficulty completing tasks.
Adults: Brain fog, forgetfulness, difficulty processing information, mental exhaustion.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Enhances brain-body communication and reduces strain.
Physiotherapy: Pacing strategies, postural support for brain perfusion.
Massage Therapy: Relieves muscular tension contributing to fatigue.
Wellness Support: Breathwork, grounding, and pacing techniques.
Depression
Description:
A mental health disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, low energy, and lack of interest or pleasure in activities.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Irritability, withdrawal, changes in eating/sleeping, difficulty concentrating.
Adults: Persistent low mood, lack of motivation, sleep disturbance, hopelessness.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Supports nervous system regulation and vagal tone.
Physiotherapy: Encourages movement and activation to combat inertia.
Massage Therapy: Increases serotonin and oxytocin levels.
Wellness Support: Breathwork, journaling, emotional regulation tools
A mental health disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, low energy, and lack of interest or pleasure in activities.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Irritability, withdrawal, changes in eating/sleeping, difficulty concentrating.
Adults: Persistent low mood, lack of motivation, sleep disturbance, hopelessness.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Supports nervous system regulation and vagal tone.
Physiotherapy: Encourages movement and activation to combat inertia.
Massage Therapy: Increases serotonin and oxytocin levels.
Wellness Support: Breathwork, journaling, emotional regulation tools
Dorsal Vagal Complex Dysregulation
Description:
A state of parasympathetic shutdown where the body becomes immobilised due to extreme stress, trauma, or overwhelm.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Zoned out, low energy, shutdown behaviours, lack of emotional response.
Adults: Freeze state, numbness, chronic fatigue, dissociation, fainting.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Restores vagal tone through upper cervical and craniosacral techniques.
Physiotherapy: Somatic activation and regulation.
Massage Therapy: Calms the body and encourages sensory safety.
Wellness Support: Trauma-informed tools to safely shift from freeze to regulation.
A state of parasympathetic shutdown where the body becomes immobilised due to extreme stress, trauma, or overwhelm.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Zoned out, low energy, shutdown behaviours, lack of emotional response.
Adults: Freeze state, numbness, chronic fatigue, dissociation, fainting.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Restores vagal tone through upper cervical and craniosacral techniques.
Physiotherapy: Somatic activation and regulation.
Massage Therapy: Calms the body and encourages sensory safety.
Wellness Support: Trauma-informed tools to safely shift from freeze to regulation.
Dyslexia
Description:
A learning disorder involving difficulty in reading, spelling, and writing, not related to intelligence.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Letter reversal, delayed reading, frustration with written tasks.
Adults: Poor reading fluency, difficulty processing written information, low confidence.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Supports sensory integration and neurological coordination.
Physiotherapy: Eye tracking, postural and vestibular rehab.
Massage Therapy: Reduces body tension to improve focus.
Wellness Support: Brain-body exercises, neuroplasticity tools.
A learning disorder involving difficulty in reading, spelling, and writing, not related to intelligence.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Letter reversal, delayed reading, frustration with written tasks.
Adults: Poor reading fluency, difficulty processing written information, low confidence.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Supports sensory integration and neurological coordination.
Physiotherapy: Eye tracking, postural and vestibular rehab.
Massage Therapy: Reduces body tension to improve focus.
Wellness Support: Brain-body exercises, neuroplasticity tools.
Essential Tremor
Description:
A neurological condition that causes involuntary rhythmic shaking, often in the hands.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Shaky handwriting, coordination difficulties.
Adults: Visible tremor during movement, difficulty with fine motor skills.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Improves neurological communication and reduces irritation.
Physiotherapy: Motor retraining and sensory-motor integration.
Massage Therapy: Reduces muscle spasm and tension.
Wellness Support: Breathwork, stress reduction for nervous system calm.
A neurological condition that causes involuntary rhythmic shaking, often in the hands.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Shaky handwriting, coordination difficulties.
Adults: Visible tremor during movement, difficulty with fine motor skills.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Improves neurological communication and reduces irritation.
Physiotherapy: Motor retraining and sensory-motor integration.
Massage Therapy: Reduces muscle spasm and tension.
Wellness Support: Breathwork, stress reduction for nervous system calm.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Description:
A chronic condition marked by excessive, persistent worry that interferes with daily life and function.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Constant worry about school or family, perfectionism, restlessness, sleep issues.
Adults: Overthinking, muscle tension, irritability, trouble sleeping, difficulty concentrating.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Adjustments to support nervous system regulation and reduce sympathetic dominance.
Physiotherapy: Breathwork and physical release of tension patterns.
Massage Therapy: Relieves physical symptoms of anxiety like neck, jaw, and back tightness.
Wellness Support: Polyvagal-based breath practices, mindfulness, journaling, somatic calming techniques.
A chronic condition marked by excessive, persistent worry that interferes with daily life and function.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Constant worry about school or family, perfectionism, restlessness, sleep issues.
Adults: Overthinking, muscle tension, irritability, trouble sleeping, difficulty concentrating.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Adjustments to support nervous system regulation and reduce sympathetic dominance.
Physiotherapy: Breathwork and physical release of tension patterns.
Massage Therapy: Relieves physical symptoms of anxiety like neck, jaw, and back tightness.
Wellness Support: Polyvagal-based breath practices, mindfulness, journaling, somatic calming techniques.
Insomnia (related to nervous system dysfunction)
Description:
Persistent trouble falling or staying asleep due to dysregulated nervous system activity, stress, or trauma.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Trouble falling asleep, nightmares, frequent waking, daytime tiredness.
Adults: Racing thoughts, waking at night, light sleep, fatigue despite sleep.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Regulates vagus nerve activity to improve circadian rhythm and sleep onset.
Physiotherapy: Gentle movement, posture work, and tension release.
Massage Therapy: Encourages parasympathetic activation and deep relaxation.
Wellness Support: Breathwork for sleep, nervous system journaling, calming nighttime routines.
Persistent trouble falling or staying asleep due to dysregulated nervous system activity, stress, or trauma.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Trouble falling asleep, nightmares, frequent waking, daytime tiredness.
Adults: Racing thoughts, waking at night, light sleep, fatigue despite sleep.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Regulates vagus nerve activity to improve circadian rhythm and sleep onset.
Physiotherapy: Gentle movement, posture work, and tension release.
Massage Therapy: Encourages parasympathetic activation and deep relaxation.
Wellness Support: Breathwork for sleep, nervous system journaling, calming nighttime routines.
Migraine with Aura
Description:
A neurological condition with intense headaches often preceded by sensory disturbances (aura), such as vision changes or tingling.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Head pain, sensitivity to light/sound, stomach pain, vision issues.
Adults: Visual disturbances, throbbing pain, nausea, light/sound sensitivity, mood changes.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Adjustments to the cervical spine to improve nerve flow and reduce frequency.
Physiotherapy: Postural correction, neck mobility, and trigger management.
Massage Therapy: Relieves tension in the shoulders, neck, and jaw.
Wellness Support: Migraine diaries, hydration and stress tracking, light/sound sensitivity tools.
A neurological condition with intense headaches often preceded by sensory disturbances (aura), such as vision changes or tingling.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Head pain, sensitivity to light/sound, stomach pain, vision issues.
Adults: Visual disturbances, throbbing pain, nausea, light/sound sensitivity, mood changes.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Adjustments to the cervical spine to improve nerve flow and reduce frequency.
Physiotherapy: Postural correction, neck mobility, and trigger management.
Massage Therapy: Relieves tension in the shoulders, neck, and jaw.
Wellness Support: Migraine diaries, hydration and stress tracking, light/sound sensitivity tools.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Description:
A disorder involving intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviours or rituals (compulsions).
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Excessive hand washing, needing things “just right,” fear of contamination.
Adults: Repetitive checking, counting, organising, intrusive distressing thoughts.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Supports regulation of the stress response loop in the brain-body system.
Physiotherapy: Movement-based sensory calming strategies.
Massage Therapy: Releases physical tension built from repetitive behaviours.
Wellness Support: Breath retraining, somatic grounding, safe sensory integration.
A disorder involving intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviours or rituals (compulsions).
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Excessive hand washing, needing things “just right,” fear of contamination.
Adults: Repetitive checking, counting, organising, intrusive distressing thoughts.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Supports regulation of the stress response loop in the brain-body system.
Physiotherapy: Movement-based sensory calming strategies.
Massage Therapy: Releases physical tension built from repetitive behaviours.
Wellness Support: Breath retraining, somatic grounding, safe sensory integration.
Panic Disorder
Description:
Recurring panic attacks marked by sudden, intense fear and physical symptoms, often without an obvious trigger.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Fear of dying, chest pain, rapid breathing, crying spells.
Adults: Heart palpitations, dizziness, trembling, choking sensation, fear of losing control.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Vagus nerve support to reduce sympathetic dominance.
Physiotherapy: Diaphragmatic breathing and body awareness.
Massage Therapy: Deep relaxation and nervous system reset.
Wellness Support: Nervous system tracking, breathwork, and trauma-informed journaling.
Recurring panic attacks marked by sudden, intense fear and physical symptoms, often without an obvious trigger.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Fear of dying, chest pain, rapid breathing, crying spells.
Adults: Heart palpitations, dizziness, trembling, choking sensation, fear of losing control.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Vagus nerve support to reduce sympathetic dominance.
Physiotherapy: Diaphragmatic breathing and body awareness.
Massage Therapy: Deep relaxation and nervous system reset.
Wellness Support: Nervous system tracking, breathwork, and trauma-informed journaling.
Parkinson’s Disease (related symptoms)
Description:
A progressive nervous system disorder affecting movement, with symptoms that worsen over time.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Rare; in young-onset Parkinsonism, early symptoms include stiffness and tremor.
Adults: Tremors, rigidity, slow movement, balance issues, emotional changes.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Gentle adjustments to support spinal alignment and reduce rigidity.
Physiotherapy: Gait training, balance work, and motor control therapy.
Massage Therapy: Relieves muscle stiffness and improves circulation.
Wellness Support: Neuroplasticity-based practices, brain-body movement integration.
A progressive nervous system disorder affecting movement, with symptoms that worsen over time.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Rare; in young-onset Parkinsonism, early symptoms include stiffness and tremor.
Adults: Tremors, rigidity, slow movement, balance issues, emotional changes.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Gentle adjustments to support spinal alignment and reduce rigidity.
Physiotherapy: Gait training, balance work, and motor control therapy.
Massage Therapy: Relieves muscle stiffness and improves circulation.
Wellness Support: Neuroplasticity-based practices, brain-body movement integration.
PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)
Description:
A condition resulting from a traumatic experience, where the nervous system remains in a heightened or shutdown state.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Nightmares, regression, aggression, hypervigilance, bedwetting.
Adults: Flashbacks, avoidance, hyperarousal, insomnia, emotional numbness.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Gentle care to help the body move out of freeze/fight/flight patterns.
Physiotherapy: Movement and grounding techniques for emotional safety.
Massage Therapy: Trauma-informed touch to regulate the nervous system.
Wellness Support: Somatic processing, trauma-safe journaling, breath and body-based safety anchors.
A condition resulting from a traumatic experience, where the nervous system remains in a heightened or shutdown state.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Nightmares, regression, aggression, hypervigilance, bedwetting.
Adults: Flashbacks, avoidance, hyperarousal, insomnia, emotional numbness.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Gentle care to help the body move out of freeze/fight/flight patterns.
Physiotherapy: Movement and grounding techniques for emotional safety.
Massage Therapy: Trauma-informed touch to regulate the nervous system.
Wellness Support: Somatic processing, trauma-safe journaling, breath and body-based safety anchors.
Restless Legs Syndrome
Description:
A neurological condition causing an irresistible urge to move the legs, typically worse at rest or during sleep.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Trouble sitting still, leg discomfort at bedtime, poor sleep.
Adults: Creeping or crawling sensation in legs, especially at night, disrupted sleep, daytime fatigue.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Improves spinal and neural flow to the lower limbs.
Physiotherapy: Stretching, circulation-boosting exercises, and neural mobility.
Massage Therapy: Relaxes leg muscles and supports better blood flow.
Wellness Support: Nervous system calming, sleep hygiene strategies.
A neurological condition causing an irresistible urge to move the legs, typically worse at rest or during sleep.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Trouble sitting still, leg discomfort at bedtime, poor sleep.
Adults: Creeping or crawling sensation in legs, especially at night, disrupted sleep, daytime fatigue.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Improves spinal and neural flow to the lower limbs.
Physiotherapy: Stretching, circulation-boosting exercises, and neural mobility.
Massage Therapy: Relaxes leg muscles and supports better blood flow.
Wellness Support: Nervous system calming, sleep hygiene strategies.
Sensory Overload
Description:
A condition where the brain struggles to filter or process incoming sensory information, leading to overwhelm.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Covering ears, meltdowns, irritability in noisy or crowded places.
Adults: Headaches, anxiety, emotional flooding, fatigue in stimulating environments.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Supports the balance of the autonomic nervous system for sensory integration.
Physiotherapy: Movement strategies to discharge sensory tension.
Massage Therapy: Calms the body to reduce sensory reactivity.
Wellness Support: Environmental modulation, breathwork, safe space creation.
A condition where the brain struggles to filter or process incoming sensory information, leading to overwhelm.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Covering ears, meltdowns, irritability in noisy or crowded places.
Adults: Headaches, anxiety, emotional flooding, fatigue in stimulating environments.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Supports the balance of the autonomic nervous system for sensory integration.
Physiotherapy: Movement strategies to discharge sensory tension.
Massage Therapy: Calms the body to reduce sensory reactivity.
Wellness Support: Environmental modulation, breathwork, safe space creation.
Sensory / Auditory Processing Disorder
Description:
A condition in which the brain has trouble receiving and responding appropriately to sensory input.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Aversion to textures, sounds, clothing, coordination issues.
Adults: Sensory overwhelm, discomfort with touch or sound, clumsiness, zoning out.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Gentle care to enhance neuro-integration and vagal tone.
Physiotherapy: Sensory-motor retraining, proprioception, vestibular input.
Massage Therapy: Structured touch therapy to increase body awareness.
Wellness Support: Somatic play, movement therapy, nervous system journaling.
A condition in which the brain has trouble receiving and responding appropriately to sensory input.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Aversion to textures, sounds, clothing, coordination issues.
Adults: Sensory overwhelm, discomfort with touch or sound, clumsiness, zoning out.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Gentle care to enhance neuro-integration and vagal tone.
Physiotherapy: Sensory-motor retraining, proprioception, vestibular input.
Massage Therapy: Structured touch therapy to increase body awareness.
Wellness Support: Somatic play, movement therapy, nervous system journaling.
Social Anxiety Disorder
Description:
An intense fear of social or performance situations, rooted in nervous system dysregulation.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Avoiding school, speaking softly, fear of attention.
Adults: Avoidance of social settings, blushing, sweating, nausea, overthinking social interactions.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Addresses stress responses and supports parasympathetic tone.
Physiotherapy: Confidence-building through movement-based therapies.
Massage Therapy: Soothes physical tension related to social fears.
Wellness Support: Body-based self-soothing techniques and somatic regulation for safe social engagement.
An intense fear of social or performance situations, rooted in nervous system dysregulation.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Avoiding school, speaking softly, fear of attention.
Adults: Avoidance of social settings, blushing, sweating, nausea, overthinking social interactions.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Addresses stress responses and supports parasympathetic tone.
Physiotherapy: Confidence-building through movement-based therapies.
Massage Therapy: Soothes physical tension related to social fears.
Wellness Support: Body-based self-soothing techniques and somatic regulation for safe social engagement.
Stress-Related Conditions (e.g., burnout, chronic stress response)
Description:
Prolonged activation of the stress response system causing physical, mental, and emotional symptoms.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Fatigue, stomachaches, irritability, poor concentration.
Adults: Exhaustion, headaches, mood swings, reduced performance, emotional detachment.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Helps restore homeostasis in the nervous system.
Physiotherapy: Movement therapy to release tension and re-energise.
Massage Therapy: Deep relaxation to shift from fight/flight to rest/digest.
Wellness Support: Somatic stress relief, polyvagal-informed breathwork and routines.
Prolonged activation of the stress response system causing physical, mental, and emotional symptoms.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Fatigue, stomachaches, irritability, poor concentration.
Adults: Exhaustion, headaches, mood swings, reduced performance, emotional detachment.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Helps restore homeostasis in the nervous system.
Physiotherapy: Movement therapy to release tension and re-energise.
Massage Therapy: Deep relaxation to shift from fight/flight to rest/digest.
Wellness Support: Somatic stress relief, polyvagal-informed breathwork and routines.
Sympathetic Dominance
Description:
A chronic state of ‘fight or flight’ where the sympathetic nervous system overrides the calming parasympathetic system.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Hyperactivity, poor sleep, fidgeting, emotional outbursts.
Adults: Anxiety, digestive issues, shallow breathing, muscle tension, high blood pressure.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Specific adjustments to stimulate vagal tone and regulate stress.
Physiotherapy: Grounding movements and breath-coordinated exercises.
Massage Therapy: Lowers cortisol levels and eases tension.
Wellness Support: Regulation routines, lifestyle coaching, and nervous system rewiring.
A chronic state of ‘fight or flight’ where the sympathetic nervous system overrides the calming parasympathetic system.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Hyperactivity, poor sleep, fidgeting, emotional outbursts.
Adults: Anxiety, digestive issues, shallow breathing, muscle tension, high blood pressure.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Specific adjustments to stimulate vagal tone and regulate stress.
Physiotherapy: Grounding movements and breath-coordinated exercises.
Massage Therapy: Lowers cortisol levels and eases tension.
Wellness Support: Regulation routines, lifestyle coaching, and nervous system rewiring.
Tics and Tourette Syndrome
Description:
Neurological disorders that involve involuntary, repetitive movements or vocalisations.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Eye blinking, facial grimacing, throat clearing, shouting.
Adults: Persisting or complex tics, anxiety due to tics, neck/back strain from repetitive movement.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Adjustments to support the cranial-cervical junction and reduce nervous system irritation.
Physiotherapy: Movement retraining and muscular balance support.
Massage Therapy: Relief from muscular strain associated with motor tics.
Wellness Support: Nervous system regulation techniques to support emotional control and reduce tic frequency.
Neurological disorders that involve involuntary, repetitive movements or vocalisations.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Eye blinking, facial grimacing, throat clearing, shouting.
Adults: Persisting or complex tics, anxiety due to tics, neck/back strain from repetitive movement.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Adjustments to support the cranial-cervical junction and reduce nervous system irritation.
Physiotherapy: Movement retraining and muscular balance support.
Massage Therapy: Relief from muscular strain associated with motor tics.
Wellness Support: Nervous system regulation techniques to support emotional control and reduce tic frequency.
Ventral Vagal Complex Dysfunction
Description:
A disruption in the part of the vagus nerve responsible for social engagement, regulation, and connection.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Poor eye contact, social withdrawal, emotional detachment.
Adults: Feelings of disconnection, low mood, emotional blunting, digestive disturbances.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Enhances vagal tone and balances cranial nerve function.
Physiotherapy: Incorporates facial, jaw, and neck therapy to support vagal pathways.
Massage Therapy: Targets upper neck and diaphragm to stimulate vagus nerve.
Wellness Support: Somatic practices, vocal toning, heart-brain coherence strategies.
A disruption in the part of the vagus nerve responsible for social engagement, regulation, and connection.
Signs and Symptoms:
Children: Poor eye contact, social withdrawal, emotional detachment.
Adults: Feelings of disconnection, low mood, emotional blunting, digestive disturbances.
How Nandish Health Can Help:
Chiropractic: Enhances vagal tone and balances cranial nerve function.
Physiotherapy: Incorporates facial, jaw, and neck therapy to support vagal pathways.
Massage Therapy: Targets upper neck and diaphragm to stimulate vagus nerve.
Wellness Support: Somatic practices, vocal toning, heart-brain coherence strategies.
Head - Cranium
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
Description:
BPPV is a common inner ear condition that causes brief episodes of spinning or dizziness when the head is moved in certain positions, such as looking up or rolling over in bed.
Signs and Symptoms:
BPPV is a common inner ear condition that causes brief episodes of spinning or dizziness when the head is moved in certain positions, such as looking up or rolling over in bed.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Sudden dizziness lasting seconds to minutes
- A spinning sensation triggered by head movement
- Nausea or light-headedness
- Loss of balance or unsteadiness
- Chiropractic: Gentle neck adjustments to support cervical alignment and vestibular nerve function
- Physiotherapy: Guided vestibular rehabilitation and positional maneuvers (e.g., Epley maneuver)
- Massage Therapy: Reduces muscular tension contributing to balance disturbances
- Wellness Support: Breathing techniques and grounding strategies to ease anxiety caused by vertigo episodes
Caffeine-Related Headaches
Description:
These headaches may occur from excessive caffeine intake or withdrawal, affecting blood flow and nervous system function.
Signs and Symptoms:
These headaches may occur from excessive caffeine intake or withdrawal, affecting blood flow and nervous system function.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Throbbing or pressure headaches
- Fatigue, irritability, or poor concentration
- Headache after skipping your usual caffeine
- Increased sensitivity to light or sound
- Chiropractic: Adjustments to support nervous system regulation and reduce head/neck tension
- Massage Therapy: Relieves muscle tightness from withdrawal-related stress
- Wellness Support: Guidance on hydration, nutrition, and caffeine reduction habits
- Physiotherapy: Postural correction for tension associated with screen time and dehydration
Cervicogenic Headache
Description:
This headache originates from dysfunction in the neck joints, muscles, or nerves and often mimics migraine or tension-type pain.
Signs and Symptoms:
This headache originates from dysfunction in the neck joints, muscles, or nerves and often mimics migraine or tension-type pain.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Dull, one-sided headache that starts at the base of the skull
- Neck stiffness or pain that worsens with movement
- Pain radiating to the eyes or temples
- Triggered by poor posture or stress
- Chiropractic: Corrects spinal alignment and reduces nerve irritation in the cervical spine
- Physiotherapy: Targeted exercises and manual therapy to restore neck mobility and posture
- Massage Therapy: Releases muscle tension in the neck, shoulders, and upper back
- Wellness Support: Ergonomic advice and stress-reducing techniques to prevent flare-ups
Chronic Daily Headache
Description:
Chronic daily headaches are defined as headaches that occur 15 or more days per month and last for at least 3 months. They may be tension-type, migraine-like, or mixed.
Signs and Symptoms:
Chronic daily headaches are defined as headaches that occur 15 or more days per month and last for at least 3 months. They may be tension-type, migraine-like, or mixed.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Persistent dull or throbbing head pain
- Sensitivity to light and noise
- Fatigue and low mood
- Often worsened by stress, dehydration, or screen time
- Chiropractic: Reduces nervous system irritation and improves spinal function
- Massage Therapy: Supports circulation and eases muscular tension in the head, neck, and jaw
- Physiotherapy: Addresses postural strain and teaches self-care strategies
- Wellness Support: Helps you build nervous system resilience through breathwork and relaxation practices
Cluster Headaches
Description:
Cluster headaches are intensely painful headaches that occur in cyclical patterns or “clusters,” often striking suddenly and severely around one eye or temple.
Signs and Symptoms:
Cluster headaches are intensely painful headaches that occur in cyclical patterns or “clusters,” often striking suddenly and severely around one eye or temple.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Sudden, severe pain around one eye
- Tearing, redness, or nasal congestion on the affected side
- Headaches occur at the same time daily for weeks
- Restlessness or agitation during attacks
- Chiropractic: Supports nerve function and relieves upper cervical tension
- Massage Therapy: Eases tension in the head, neck, and face
- Physiotherapy: Improves posture and muscular balance contributing to head and neck stress
- Wellness Support: Breathing and grounding techniques to manage stress and reduce frequency
ConcussioN
Description:
A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury caused by a bump or jolt to the head that affects brain function, even without loss of consciousness.
Signs and Symptoms:
A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury caused by a bump or jolt to the head that affects brain function, even without loss of consciousness.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Headache, dizziness, nausea
- Sensitivity to light or sound
- Memory issues, brain fog, or mood changes
- Sleep disturbances or fatigue
- Chiropractic: Gentle adjustments to ease cranial-cervical tension and improve neural function
- Physiotherapy: Vestibular rehab and visual tracking exercises for balance and coordination
- Massage Therapy: Reduces neck and shoulder tension following injury
Cranial Neuralgias
Description:
Cranial neuralgias are nerve-related headaches caused by inflammation or irritation of cranial nerves, often producing sharp or electric-shock-like pain.
Signs and Symptoms:
Cranial neuralgias are nerve-related headaches caused by inflammation or irritation of cranial nerves, often producing sharp or electric-shock-like pain.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Sudden, stabbing pain in the face, jaw, or scalp
- Triggered by touch, chewing, or wind
- Episodes lasting seconds to minutes
- Often misdiagnosed as migraines or dental pain
- Chiropractic: Relieves pressure on affected cranial nerves
- Massage Therapy: Releases surrounding muscular tension contributing to nerve irritation
- Physiotherapy: Gentle desensitisation techniques and facial muscle re-education
- Wellness Support: Techniques for calming the nervous system and reducing flare-ups
Dysautonomia
Description:
Dysautonomia is a disorder of the autonomic nervous system, affecting functions like heart rate, blood pressure, digestion, and temperature regulation.
Signs and Symptoms:
Dysautonomia is a disorder of the autonomic nervous system, affecting functions like heart rate, blood pressure, digestion, and temperature regulation.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Dizziness, light-headedness, or fainting
- Fatigue and exercise intolerance
- Digestive issues and temperature sensitivity
- Heart palpitations and anxiety-like symptoms
- Chiropractic: Supports autonomic balance through spinal and vagal nerve regulation
- Physiotherapy: Safe, graded movement programs to support cardiovascular adaptation
- Massage Therapy: Improves circulation and body awareness
- Wellness Support: Breathing, pacing, and grounding tools to support regulation and resilience
Dizziness
Description:
Dizziness is a sensation of light-headedness, unsteadiness, or the feeling that the environment is spinning (vertigo), often linked to vestibular or cervical dysfunction.
Signs and Symptoms:
Dizziness is a sensation of light-headedness, unsteadiness, or the feeling that the environment is spinning (vertigo), often linked to vestibular or cervical dysfunction.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Light-headedness or faintness
- Loss of balance or unsteadiness
- Nausea or visual disorientation
- May be positional or triggered by movement
- Chiropractic: Adjustments to improve neck alignment and reduce cervical vertigo
- Physiotherapy: Vestibular rehab exercises and head movement retraining
- Massage Therapy: Reduces tension around the neck and shoulders
- Wellness Support: Lifestyle strategies to reduce triggers and improve recovery
Exertional Headache
Description:
Exertional headaches are triggered by physical activity or strain, such as exercise, coughing, or lifting heavy weights.
Signs and Symptoms:
Exertional headaches are triggered by physical activity or strain, such as exercise, coughing, or lifting heavy weights.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Throbbing pain during or after physical exertion
- Usually bilateral (both sides of the head)
- May be accompanied by neck tension
- Can last from minutes to hours
- Chiropractic: Corrects spinal stress patterns contributing to tension during movement
- Physiotherapy: Assesses movement and breathing technique during exertion
- Massage Therapy: Targets overactive muscles in the neck, shoulders, and upper back
- Wellness Support: Teaches pacing, hydration strategies, and recovery techniques
Hemiplegic Migraine
Description:
A rare form of migraine that causes temporary paralysis or weakness on one side of the body, often mimicking a stroke.
Signs and Symptoms:
A rare form of migraine that causes temporary paralysis or weakness on one side of the body, often mimicking a stroke.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Temporary weakness or paralysis on one side
- Visual disturbances and aura
- Difficulty speaking or confusion
- Intense head pain and sensitivity to light/sound
- Chiropractic: Supports neural flow and reduces upper cervical irritation
- Physiotherapy: Gentle neurological rehab and recovery exercises
- Massage Therapy: Soothes tension and supports circulation
- Wellness Support: Emotional support during recovery and techniques for nervous system balance
Hormonal Headaches
Description:
Headaches triggered by hormonal fluctuations during menstruation, pregnancy, menopause, or hormonal birth control use.
Signs and Symptoms:
Headaches triggered by hormonal fluctuations during menstruation, pregnancy, menopause, or hormonal birth control use.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Head pain before or during the menstrual cycle
- Mood changes, fatigue, and breast tenderness
- Nausea or sleep disturbances
- Often overlap with migraine symptoms
- Chiropractic: Improves nervous system and endocrine function through spinal care
- Massage Therapy: Supports lymphatic flow, hormone regulation, and muscle relaxation
- Physiotherapy: Gentle movement to support pelvic and postural balance
- Wellness Support: Lifestyle, stress and cycle-tracking tools to reduce flare-ups
Migraine
Description:
Migraines are complex neurological conditions that can cause severe head pain, visual disturbances, nausea, and sensitivity to light, sound, and smell.
Signs and Symptoms:
Migraines are complex neurological conditions that can cause severe head pain, visual disturbances, nausea, and sensitivity to light, sound, and smell.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Pulsating or throbbing head pain (usually one-sided)
- Visual aura (flashing lights, zigzag lines)
- Nausea, vomiting, and dizziness
- Fatigue and sensory sensitivity
- Chiropractic: Gentle cervical spine adjustments to reduce neural irritation
- Massage Therapy: Helps relieve muscular triggers and promote blood flow
- Physiotherapy: Addresses posture and movement patterns that may contribute to tension
- Wellness Support: Support for migraine triggers, stress management, and nervous system regulation
Occipital Neuralgia
Description:
A painful condition caused by irritation or inflammation of the occipital nerves, leading to sharp, shock-like pain at the base of the skull.
Signs and Symptoms:
A painful condition caused by irritation or inflammation of the occipital nerves, leading to sharp, shock-like pain at the base of the skull.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Stabbing or burning pain in the back of the head or upper neck
- Tenderness at the base of the skull
- Pain triggered by head movement or touch
- Light sensitivity or eye discomfort
- Chiropractic: Releases tension around the occipital nerves and supports spinal alignment
- Massage Therapy: Focused techniques to reduce muscle pressure on affected nerves
- Physiotherapy: Restores posture and cervical range of motion
- Wellness Support: Breathwork and relaxation tools to reduce nerve irritability
Occipital Pain
Description:
Pain focused at the back of the head, often due to muscular tension, poor posture, or referred pain from the upper spine.
Signs and Symptoms:
Pain focused at the back of the head, often due to muscular tension, poor posture, or referred pain from the upper spine.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Dull, achy, or throbbing pain at the back of the skull
- Neck stiffness and upper back tension
- Triggered by poor ergonomics or prolonged sitting
- May radiate to the temples or behind the eyes
- Chiropractic: Corrects spinal misalignment and reduces cervical strain
- Massage Therapy: Releases muscle knots and myofascial restrictions
- Physiotherapy: Postural retraining and ergonomic advice
- Wellness Support: Guided self-care and stress recovery practices
Post-Stroke Headache
Description:
A persistent headache occurring after a stroke, often related to changes in brain function, nerve damage, or medication side effects.
Signs and Symptoms:
A persistent headache occurring after a stroke, often related to changes in brain function, nerve damage, or medication side effects.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Ongoing dull or throbbing pain
- Sensitivity to light or sound
- Fatigue, dizziness, and emotional changes
- May worsen with physical or cognitive activity
- Chiropractic: Gentle care to reduce tension and support nervous system regulation
- Physiotherapy: Rehab exercises to support recovery and mobility
- Massage Therapy: Improves circulation and reduces muscular stress
- Wellness Support: Calming tools to support emotional recovery and build resilience
Post-Traumatic Headache
Description:
A headache that develops after a head or neck injury, such as concussion or whiplash, and may persist for weeks or months.
Signs and Symptoms:
A headache that develops after a head or neck injury, such as concussion or whiplash, and may persist for weeks or months.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Dull or pressure-type headache
- Dizziness, sensitivity to light or noise
- Neck pain or stiffness
- Mood changes, memory issues, or sleep problems
- Chiropractic: Gentle spinal adjustments to support nervous system healing
- Massage Therapy: Eases trauma-related tension and muscle guarding
- Physiotherapy: Rebuilds function and corrects imbalances from injury
- Wellness Support: Breathwork and somatic tools to calm the post-trauma response
Rebound Headache
Description:
Caused by frequent use of headache medications, rebound headaches occur when medication wears off, creating a cycle of pain and overuse.
Signs and Symptoms:
Caused by frequent use of headache medications, rebound headaches occur when medication wears off, creating a cycle of pain and overuse.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Daily or recurring headaches
- Temporary relief with medication, followed by return of pain
- Irritability, fatigue, and poor concentration
- Pain may resemble tension or migraine-type headaches
- Chiropractic: Natural, drug-free pain relief and spinal correction
- Massage Therapy: Helps reduce dependency by addressing muscular causes
- Physiotherapy: Supports recovery through movement and strength
- Wellness Support: Guidance on breaking the medication cycle and regulating the body naturally
Sinus Headaches
Description:
Pain and pressure in the face, forehead, and around the eyes due to sinus congestion or infection.
Signs and Symptoms:
Pain and pressure in the face, forehead, and around the eyes due to sinus congestion or infection.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Facial pressure or fullness
- Pain that worsens with bending forward
- Nasal congestion or drainage
- Tooth pain or ear pressure
- Chiropractic: Supports drainage and reduces nerve irritation around the sinuses
- Massage Therapy: Facial release techniques to ease sinus pressure
- Physiotherapy: Addresses postural contributors to facial tension
- Wellness Support: Immune-boosting strategies and sinus care education
Sleep Apnea Headaches
Description:
Morning headaches related to disrupted sleep and oxygen deprivation caused by sleep apnea.
Signs and Symptoms:
Morning headaches related to disrupted sleep and oxygen deprivation caused by sleep apnea.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Headache upon waking
- Poor quality sleep or frequent waking
- Snoring or gasping at night
- Fatigue, brain fog, or low mood
- Chiropractic: Supports alignment of the upper airway and improves sleep posture
- Massage Therapy: Relaxes muscles of the neck, jaw, and chest
- Physiotherapy: Supports breathing patterns and posture correction
- Wellness Support: Sleep hygiene strategies and nervous system regulation
Tension Headache
Description:
The most common type of headache, caused by muscle tension, stress, or poor posture.
Signs and Symptoms:
The most common type of headache, caused by muscle tension, stress, or poor posture.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Dull, tight, or band-like pressure around the head
- Pain in the temples, forehead, or back of the head
- Often triggered by stress or long hours at a desk
- May be accompanied by neck and shoulder tension
- Chiropractic: Improves spinal function and relieves nerve compression
- Massage Therapy: Reduces muscle tension and promotes relaxation
- Physiotherapy: Supports posture and ergonomic correction
- Wellness Support: Tools to manage stress and prevent chronic tension
TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction)
Description:
A disorder of the jaw joint and surrounding muscles, often caused by clenching, grinding, or misalignment.
Signs and Symptoms:
A disorder of the jaw joint and surrounding muscles, often caused by clenching, grinding, or misalignment.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Jaw pain or clicking
- Difficulty opening the mouth
- Headaches or earaches
- Facial tenderness and tension
- Chiropractic: Addresses jaw alignment and upper cervical function
- Massage Therapy: Releases tension in the jaw, neck, and face
- Physiotherapy: Jaw retraining and bite function exercises
- Wellness Support: Stress-reduction tools to address clenching or bruxism
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Description:
A chronic condition involving the trigeminal nerve, causing intense facial pain with even light touch or stimulation.
Signs and Symptoms:
A chronic condition involving the trigeminal nerve, causing intense facial pain with even light touch or stimulation.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Sharp, stabbing facial pain
- Pain triggered by talking, brushing teeth, or eating
- Unilateral (one-sided) symptoms
- Episodes lasting seconds to minutes
- Chiropractic: Gentle techniques to reduce nerve irritation at the cranial base
- Massage Therapy: Relieves muscular contributors to facial tension
- Physiotherapy: Desensitisation techniques and movement therapy
- Wellness Support: Coping tools for pain episodes and emotional resilience
Vertigo
Description:
A sensation that you or your environment is spinning, often caused by vestibular system dysfunction.
Signs and Symptoms:
A sensation that you or your environment is spinning, often caused by vestibular system dysfunction.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Spinning or tilting sensation
- Nausea or vomiting
- Balance issues and falls
- Triggered by head or body movement
- Chiropractic: Corrects cervical spine alignment contributing to vertigo
- Physiotherapy: Vestibular rehab, balance training, and Epley maneuver
- Massage Therapy: Addresses neck and shoulder tightness that may trigger episodes
- Wellness Support: Grounding and anti-anxiety techniques to manage episodes
Vestibular Migraine
Description:
A form of migraine that includes vertigo or balance disturbances, often without head pain.
Signs and Symptoms:
A form of migraine that includes vertigo or balance disturbances, often without head pain.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Episodes of dizziness or imbalance
- Visual sensitivity or motion intolerance
- Nausea and light-headedness
- May or may not include head pain
- Chiropractic: Improves neurovascular function and reduces cervical triggers
- Physiotherapy: Combines migraine management with vestibular retraining
- Massage Therapy: Calms muscular and sensory triggers
- Wellness Support: Nervous system regulation, trigger identification, and recovery tools
