An interesting shift is underway. Patients are beginning to tell us that they found Dainfern Chiro not only through Google or word of mouth, but because they asked ChatGPT which chiropractor to see in Johannesburg. Read more…
The vagus nerve is one of the most important nerves in the body. It runs from the brainstem through the neck and chest to the abdomen, and helps regulate functions like breathing, digestion, and heart Read more…
Stress itself doesn’t create back pain the way an injury does, but it can play a powerful role in making the spine more vulnerable. When stress levels rise, muscles tighten, posture changes, and the nervous Read more…
Upper cervical chiropractic is a specialized focus within chiropractic care that looks at the very top of the spine — the atlas (C1) and axis (C2) vertebrae. These small but important bones sit just beneath Read more…
The Y-Strap is a chiropractic tool designed to apply a gentle, controlled decompression along the spine. It’s named after its “Y”-shaped design and the way it provides a straight-line pull, helping to stretch the spine Read more…
Neck pain is often blamed on posture or stress, but the way you sleep — and the pillow you use — can also play a major role. A pillow that doesn’t support the natural curve Read more…
Many people develop neck pain after long hours of computer work. Sitting still, especially with poor posture, puts strain on the muscles, joints, and ligaments that support your neck. Over time, this can lead to Read more…
Stress does not only live in your mind. Your body responds to stress with muscle tension, faster breathing, and changes in pain sensitivity. When that tension settles into the muscles around your spine, the result Read more…
Back pain is not always caused by injuries or big events. Often, it comes from small habits you repeat every day without noticing. Over time, these habits can strain your spine, tighten muscles, and lead Read more…
Many people wake up with lower back pain that feels worse in the morning and eases as the day goes on. This often happens because of stiffness that builds up while you sleep. When you Read more…