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Alexandra Headland

2/146 Alexandra Parade

Alexandra Headland

QLD 4572

(07) 5443 8772

Coolum Beach

4/21 Birtwill St

Coolum Beach

QLD 4573

(07) 5446 5044
Alexandra Headland 07 5443  8772Coolum Beach 07 5446 5044
Make an appointment

Make an appointment

Alexandra Headland

2/146 Alexandra Parade

Alexandra Headland

QLD 4572

(07) 5443 8772

Coolum Beach

4/21 Birtwill St

Coolum Beach

QLD 4573

(07) 5446 5044

The Aligned Life Blog

Discover practical tips from experienced chiropractors to help you reduce physical pain and live life to its fullest.

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Dr Lillie Lines demonstrating the use of the activator method on a patient's back

The Activator Method in Chiropractic: What You Need to Know

If you're experiencing discomfort or pain in your spine or joints, you may be wondering about different chiropractic treatment options....
Man holding his lower back in pain while standing outside

L4-L5 Disc Bulge: Treatment, Exercises & Recovery Time

If you've been diagnosed with an L4-L5 disc bulge, you're probably worried about what happens next. Will you need surgery?...

8 Common Types of Headaches, Their Location and How to Treat Them

If you get headaches, you're not alone. According to the World Health Organization, 40% of people around the world get...
Brunette woman massaging her own neck

How to Massage Neck Pain Away Safely and Effectively

Neck pain affects around 1 in 4 people each year, with a higher rate among office and computer workers, making...
Male runner holding his hip because of hip flexor pain

Hip Flexor Pain: How It Feels, Why It Happens, and How to Fix It

If you’ve ever stood up after a long period at your desk and felt a deep pull or ache at...
Young female athlete with lower back pain due to spondylolysis

What is Spondylolysis? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

If you or your child has been told your back pain is due to spondylolysis, it is normal to have...
Young woman standing with rounded shoulders

How to Fix Rounded Shoulders: A Chiropractor’s Guide

Do your shoulders roll forward excessively? Does your head lean out in front of your body? If so, you may...
Male chiropractor performing a leg adjustment on a female patient

Chiropractic Techniques Explained: What Really Happens During Your Treatment

If you're thinking about seeing a chiropractor, you might picture someone cracking your back. But modern chiropractic care offers many...
Young businesswoman suffering from neck pain from bad posture

Bad Posture: Causes, Effects and Solutions

You're working at your desk, and by mid-afternoon, your neck is tight, your shoulders are tense, and you have a...
Female practitioner adjusting patient's neck

Chiro, Physio or Osteo: Which One Do You Need?

So you have back pain that won't quit, or a stiff neck that's making work difficult. You desperately know you...

How to Relieve SIJ Pain: 6 Exercises That Work (and What to Avoid)

If you have a constant ache in your lower back or bottom — especially on one side, just above your...
Person cracking their hands

Does Cracking Your Fingers Cause Arthritis? A Chiropractor Explains

You've most likely heard someone say: "Stop cracking your knuckles, you'll get arthritis!" Maybe your parents warned you as a...
Woman suffering from BPPV and holding onto the wall

BPPV Treatment: Understanding, Treating and Managing Your Vertigo

Have you ever rolled over in bed and suddenly felt the room spinning? Your heart races as you hold onto...
Woman in pain touching her ear while experiencing tinnitus

Meniere’s Disease: Comprehensive Care Guide

If you've been diagnosed with Meniere's disease, you know how seriously it can impact your daily life. The sudden vertigo,...
Brown man enjoying restful sleep on his back

Sleeping Positions: How Proper Alignment Can Transform Your Health While You Rest

If you're one of the 40% of Australians who don't get enough sleep , your sleeping position could be...
Happy female yogi stretching on the floor

Yoga Safety Tips: A Chiropractor’s Guide to Reducing Injuries

Imagine finishing a yoga class feeling refreshed and energised instead of sore. Your body feels nicely stretched but stable, your...
Hispanic woman cracking her own neck while sitting at desk

Cracking Your Own Neck: Is It Good or Bad?

We've all felt it – that feeling of stiffness in your neck after sitting at a desk too long, looking...
Blonde woman with lower back pain during pregnancy attributed to pelvic girdle pain

Pelvic Girdle Pain In Pregnancy: Everything You Need to Know

Are you pregnant and feeling pain in your pelvis? Maybe it's an aching or sharp pain, or it feels like...
Senior man with low back pain while walking along the beach

Sacroiliac Joint Pain: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

Do you have ongoing lower back pain that feels different from regular back pain? You might be dealing with sacroiliac...
Young woman holding her ear in pain from tinnitus

Tinnitus: Foods to Avoid for Better Hearing Health

If you're one of the many Australians experiencing persistent ringing, buzzing, or hissing in your ears, you're not alone. Approximately...
Elderly woman sitting on couch at home with back pain

Piriformis Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes and Tips

Do you have a deep, burning pain in your buttock that sometimes runs down your leg? You might have piriformis...
Panoramic view of First Bay in Coolum Beach from Wilkinson Park Lookout

3 Key Tips for Choosing Chiropractors in Coolum Beach, QLD

If you’re experiencing physical strain or discomfort, seeking a chiropractor in Coolum Beach, QLD, can provide relief. There are several...
Close up of chiropractor's hands while performing dry needling

How Dry Needling Differs from Acupuncture

Dry needling and acupuncture are two popular treatments that both use the very same needles, yet they work in very...
Boy with ankle injury from playing soccer

Healing Young Athletes: Chiropractic Solutions for Children Sports Injuries

Does your child practice sports? If so, they’re certainly not alone. In Australia, approximately 60% of children aged 5-14 participate...
An ice block is rubbed on a patient's arm

To Ice or to Heat: A Chiropractor’s Guide to Injury Recovery

Living with pain isn't fun—it can really get in the way of doing the things you enjoy most. At Rasura...
Woman reporting car accident

Why You Should Always See a Chiropractor After a Car Accident

The moments after a car accident can be overwhelming and disorienting. Your heart is racing, adrenaline is surging, and you...

Back Pain in Children: Causes and Treatments (Detailed Guide)

If your child has been complaining about back pain, you're not alone. Studies show that 1 out of 3 children...
Pregnant woman side sleeping

How to Improve Sleep During Pregnancy: A Chiropractor’s Guide

Like most of our expecting patients, you're probably having trouble finding sleep during pregnancy. Research shows that sleep difficulties affect...
Pregnant woman lying on couch with back pain

Pregnancy Back Pain: Causes and Treatments

Back pain during pregnancy can feel overwhelming, especially when you're already managing many other symptoms, such as morning sickness, exhaustion...
Chiropractor demonstrating patient spinal issue using spine model

How to Prepare for Your First Chiropractic Appointment (Guide)

Feeling nervous about your first chiropractic appointment? Don't worry, it's perfectly natural. Maybe you've seen videos of adjustments on social...