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By Mark O'Brien Chiropractic July 26, 2026
Neck pain affects up to half of people worldwide each year. Learn how it can disturb brain-body communication and how chiropractic care may help restore healthy function.
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By Mark O'Brien Chiropractic April 28, 2025
Chronic pain persists for more than 3 months and is no longer protective. Learn what causes chronic pain and how staying active, positive and seeing a chiropractor may help retrain your brain.
Child in a gray knit hat with bunny ears holding a camera in a grassy field, wearing a colorful backpack.
By Mark O'Brien Chiropractic December 18, 2020
Wearing a backpack incorrectly can cause pain and lead to back issues as your child grows. Here's how to choose and wear a backpack the right way.
Back of person holding lower back, with glowing red spine highlighting pain area
By Mark O'Brien Chiropractic February 26, 2020
Have you ever been told you have a scoliosis but have no idea what it means? This simple blog introduces the must know's of Scoliosis!
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By Mark O'Brien Chiropractic November 27, 2019
Worried about the cost of chiropractic treatment? Learn about Medicare rebates, private health cover and DVA support that can help finance your care.
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By Mark O'Brien Chiropractic September 18, 2019
Feeling stressed? Sympathetic Dominance can occur when the body is in a state of stress for periods of time.
Two people doing a forearm plank on a wooden floor in a bright studio, smiling at the camera.
By Mark O'Brien Chiropractic July 10, 2019
Has your Chiropractor ever told you that you need to strengthen your core? No, they're not insulting your six pack. The core is key to good spinal health.