Muscles causing mid back pain - Trapezius - Dr Gert Ferreira - Chiropractor in Centurion
The first installment of the blog series of the muscles causing mid back pain is Trapezius muscle. This muscle is one of the most treated muscles in my chiropractic practice. Questions like, 'Can a Chiropractor treat this muscle?' these will all be answered in this blog.
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Botox for Beginners: What to Expect from Your First Appointment
Botox is a well-established, safe treatment that can help you achieve a refreshed and youthful look without drastic changes or downtime.
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The Long-Term Benefits of Laser Hair Removal: Is It Worth the Investment?
Learn the long-term benefits of laser hair removal, including permanent hair reduction, smoother skin, and fewer ingrown hairs. Is it worth the investment? Find out why this treatment saves time and money in the long run.
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Hypersensitivity
In conclusion hypersensitivity should be used as a tool to achieve a greater and deeper awareness of the energy world, the key is to use this psychic information in a slightly detached way.
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Anaesthesiologists: A vital role-player in safe and quality healthcare
An anesthesiologist is a medical doctor specialising in the practice of anaesthesia. The practice of anaesthesia entails caring for patients before, during and after operations that require sedation.
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The perfect ‘me-time’: How to detox through breathing exercises
The time-honoured tradition of using breathing exercises to meditate originates from ancient times and continues to be relied on by many people today. In the intense pace of 21st-century life, genuine calm and relaxation are often difficult to access. Read on to find out how you can harness the power of breath to free yourself from physical and mental distress.
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Radiologists vs. Radiographers: Understanding the Difference in Medical Imaging
Radiologists and Radiographers both work in medical imaging, but their roles differ significantly. Learn how health professionals in South Africa contribute to diagnostics and treatment through X-rays, MRIs, and more.
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Stott Pilates
Stott Pilates There seems to be a growing theme of creating variations on old exercises, and this is one of them. Stott Pilates is essentially an adapted version of Joseph Pilates exercise routine. The founders of Stott Pilates spent a total of twenty years gathering information from fitness professionals, sports sciences and physiotherapists. The adapted practice takes on a more researched approach, and incorporates a variety of different techniques and exercises that are modern, comprehensive and athletic. The practice places a large focus
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Weight Loss
Weight Loss. Those two words alone seem excruciatingly daunting. Those two words mean a change in lifestyle, mind set and eating habits – things that we have become complacent in and regard as our comfort zone. Weight loss is often a difficult and long journey that can often have low self-esteem and guilt as consequences. Pursuing weight loss is something that needs to be done correctly in order for the benefits to be long lasting and healthy. A professional can guide you in changing your life for the better, and those professionals can be foun
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How to Exfoliate Safely: Avoiding Common Mistakes That Can Damage Your Skin
Learn how to exfoliate safely with tips to avoid mistakes like over-exfoliating, choosing the wrong exfoliant, and neglecting hydration, ensuring healthier, glowing skin.
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Depression
Depression For years, mental illness has been a conversation that most would prefer to avoid. In South Africa alone there are 23 suicides a day. 70% of South Africa’s attempted suicides have been made by people suffering from a mental illness - whether it is depression, schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. With these statistics in mind, it is irresponsible for communities to not have open and honest conversations about mental health and the rise of depression amongst today’s societies. Depression is one of the most common mental illnesses that a
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Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
EDMR is a scientifically researched and proven method to treat post-traumatic stress. It is a form of integrative psychotherapy that uses a variety of different techniques and elements from other various treatments.
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Cosmetic vs. Reconstructive Surgery: Understanding the Role of Plastic Surgeons
Plastic surgery isn't just about beauty—it's also about restoring function and confidence. Discover the key differences between cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, common procedures, and how to choose the right plastic surgeon in South Africa.
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Acupressure: A pain-relieving practice from the East
When people think of Eastern Medicinal practices, the ancient technique of acupuncture often springs to mind. Fewer people are aware of an equally effective and authentic Eastern method called Acupressure, which is similar to Acupuncture but differs in a few key respects.
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Coming up vegan
Vegan options are seen more and more on everyday menus and new vegan restaurants have opened their doors throughout the city. Defining a vegan diet would be as follows: A type of vegetarian diet that excludes meat, dairy products, eggs and honey, but includes a wide variety of plant foods. Reasons for ‘going vegan’ include avoiding the killing and suffering of animals, and the killing of wildlife for profits.
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HOW STRESS CAN AFFECT YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM
Chronically stressed individuals are 3 times more likely to suffer from frequent colds.
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The Role of an Anaesthesiologist: More Than Just Putting You to Sleep
Anaesthesiologists are more than just sleep doctors—they are guardians of patient safety and comfort, making modern medicine possible.
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