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Practical information on back pain, neck pain, golf and staying active, from Dr Nick Ruffin.
12 October 2026The TPI Screen: The Simple Movement Tests That Show Why Your Swing Hurts Your BackA chiropractor in Capel Sound explains the TPI movement screen, what each test shows about your swing, and how it can help ease golf back pain.
13 July 2026What Really Causes Lower Back Pain? The 7 Most Common Triggers ExplainedLower back pain? Learn common causes, what worsens it, and when chiropractic care in Mornington Peninsula may help ease your pain.
29 June 2026How Your Golf Swing Is Wrecking Your Spine – And 3 Fixes That Protect ItGolf swing back pain is about mechanics, not luck. Learn common spine injury patterns and 3 practical chiropractor-style fixes to prevent it.
15 June 2026Why Golfers Get Lower Back Pain (And How to Keep Playing Pain-Free After 40)Golfer back pain after 40? Discover causes, tips to adjust your routine, and how chiropractic care may reduce pain and keep you playing.
1 June 2026Crack in the Neck When Turning? What Those Sounds Mean (And When to Worry)Neck cracking when you turn? Learn why it happens, when it’s dangerous, and what to do if it comes with pain or stiffness.
18 May 2026Waking Up With a Sore Neck? Here’s What Your Spine Is Telling YouWake up with a sore neck? Your sleep setup and posture may be to blame. Learn why it happens and how to fix neck pain after sleep.
4 May 2026Text Neck Is Destroying Your Posture: How to Reverse It Before Permanent DamageText neck from phones and laptops can cause pain, stiffness, and headaches. Learn why it happens and simple steps to fix your posture.
20 April 2026Chiropractic Care for Migraines: Can It Actually Reduce Attacks?Can chiropractic for migraines reduce attacks? Learn what it can do, how triggers work, and natural headache relief without medication.
6 April 2026The Neck–Migraine Connection: Why Your Headaches May Start in Your SpineNeck–Migraine Connection: Many headaches involve the neck. Learn cervicogenic headache signs and when a chiropractor may help ease tension
23 March 2026Worst Things for Sciatica (And 5 Daily Habits That Speed Up Recovery)What makes sciatica worse? Discover habits that keep sciatic nerve pain around and five practical recovery tips you can do at home.
9 March 2026Can a Chiropractor Help Sciatica?Can a chiropractor help sciatica? How chiropractic adjustments, movement and a clear plan can ease sciatic nerve pain. Capel Sound, Mornington Peninsula.
23 February 2026Sciatica vs Lower Back Pain: How to Tell the Difference (And Why It Matters)Not sure if it’s sciatica or back pain? Learn key differences, common sciatica symptoms, nerve pain patterns, and what to do next.
9 February 2026When Lower Back Pain Becomes Chronic – And What You Can Do Before SurgeryChronic lower back pain can wear you down. Learn why it persists, what actually helps long term, and steps that may help avoid back surgery.
26 January 2026Is Your Lower Back Pain Disc-Related? Disc Bulge vs Disc Herniation ExplainedWondering if your pain is disc-related? Learn disc bulge vs herniation, signs of a pinched nerve, and what to do if symptoms return.
12 January 2026Lower Back Pain From Sitting All Day: How Office Workers Can Fix It NaturallyLower back pain from sitting all day? Learn why it happens, how to set up your desk, and simple daily habits to ease office and WFH pain.
29 December 2025How to Sleep With Lower Back Pain: Best Positions Backed by ChiropractorsStruggling to sleep with lower back pain? Discover the best sleeping positions, mattress and pillow tips, plus chiropractor-backed advice.
19 October 2025Simple Stretches for Bulging Disc RecoveryDiscover how the right stretches and chiropractic care for a bulging disc can improve mobility and reduce pain with Capel Sound Chiropractic.
12 October 2025Sports Activities That May Trigger Lower Back PainDiscover which sports activities may strain your back and how a chiropractor for lower back pain at Capel Sound Chiropractic can support recovery.
5 October 2025Sleep Problems Related to Migraine HeadachesDiscover how a chiropractor for migraine can help you manage pain and improve sleep quality with aligned spine support and personalised care.
7 September 2025Red Flags That Signal Serious Neck ProblemsDiscover key signs of neck trouble needing quick care. Explore how a chiropractor for neck pain can help you regain comfort and mobility.
31 August 2025Daily Activities That May Worsen Your Bulging DiscDiscover how everyday habits can worsen bulging disc symptoms. Explore professional care options with a trusted chiropractor for bulging disc relief.
24 August 2025Migraine Triggers: Food, Sleep, Posture and What HelpsCommon food, sleep, posture and lifestyle migraine triggers, practical ways to manage them, and where chiropractic care for the neck fits in.
17 August 2025Quick Relief Methods for Acute Neck PainExplore effective at-home remedies and chiropractic care for neck pain. Find fast relief and improve mobility with Capel Sound Chiropractic's expert tips.
3 August 2025Safe Chiropractic Care During Each Trimester of PregnancyDiscover how a pregnancy chiropractor in Melbourne can ease discomfort, promote spinal health, and support you every trimester.
27 July 2025Activator Adjustments: A Lighter-Touch Option at Capel Sound ChiropracticWhat the Activator instrument is, how an Activator adjustment feels, who chooses it, and how we use it alongside manual adjustments in Capel Sound.
14 July 2025Exercises That Worsen Lower Back Pain Without Professional CareDiscover which exercises could worsen lower back pain and learn safe alternatives. Find out how a chiropractor for lower back pain can help.
6 July 2025Best Sleeping Positions to Prevent Neck PainDiscover the best sleeping positions and tips to ease discomfort. Learn how a chiropractor can help with neck pain for a more restful sleep.
15 June 2025Your First Chiropractic Visit: The Questions to Ask, and the Ones We'll Ask YouWhat we ask at your first visit to Capel Sound Chiropractic, why it matters, and the questions worth asking Dr Nick before your first adjustment.
8 June 2025How Bulging Discs Respond to Professional Chiropractic TreatmentDiscover how chiropractic care for bulging disc issues provides pain relief and improved mobility. Learn how Capel Sound Chiropractic can help.
26 May 2025Signs Your Lower Back Pain Needs a ChiropractorSeven signs your lower back pain needs a chiropractor, from pain that won't settle to leg symptoms. Capel Sound Chiropractic, Mornington Peninsula.
14 May 2025Common Chiropractic Issues Faced by Residents of the Mornington PeninsulaExplore how a chiropractor on the Mornington Peninsula can help with back pain, neck strain, sports injuries, pregnancy discomfort, and more.
7 May 2025TMJ Pain: Jaw, Neck and Headache Links, and How Chiropractic Can HelpClicking, aching or tight jaw? How TMJ pain links to your neck and headaches, what aggravates it, and how chiropractic care in Capel Sound can help.
9 April 2025Bad Posture (and How Chiropractic Can Help)Explore the impact of bad posture on your health. Discover how misalignments can lead to discomfort and serious issues.
12 March 2025Arthritis Pain: How Chiropractic Care Can Help You Keep MovingStiff, achy joints from arthritis? What helps, what makes it worse, and how chiropractic care in Capel Sound can help you stay mobile and comfortable.
26 February 2025Scoliosis and Chiropractic Care: What It Can Help WithWhat scoliosis is, what tends to aggravate or ease it, and how chiropractic care at Capel Sound can help with comfort, mobility and everyday function.Ready To Book?
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