Preserving brain health

Our brains are deeply interconnected with our social, spiritual, and physical health, making good brain function or brain health essential to quality of life and longevity. Sadly, as the population ages, the number of people suffering neurological disorders increases, and so too do the challenges for the preservation of brain health. In the coming decades, […]

Radiology at its best: Beyond Radiology

Warm, inviting, modern, professional and at the forefront of radiology in Canterbury. Words such as these instil confidence, and that’s essential when dealing with medical matters. The team at New Zealand-owned clinician-led radiology practice Beyond Radiology, in Merivale, know that and they deliver on all counts. The practice is indeed “beyond” the concept many patients […]

Listen hear everyone

If you have a problem hearing, this is the month to do something about it. March is Hearing Awareness Month, raising awareness for the experiences of the 880,000+ New Zealanders who are deaf or hard of hearing. Hearing is essential for maintaining relationships and connections with friends and family, fully participating in team and community […]

Have a heart

More than 175,000 New Zealanders live with some form of heart condition, and almost 10,000 people die from cardiovascular disease each year. Almost a quarter of those deaths are avoidable, according to the New Zealand Heart Foundation, which has for more than four years been lobbying for a national heart health action plan. Many of […]

A benchmark in braces: Orthodontix

In just a few short years, the astounding and technologically brilliant LightForce braces are the new standard in orthodontics. Quickly recognised by the American Association of Orthodontics with an Innovator Award in 2022, Christchurch Specialist Orthodontist, Dr Ronald M. Sluiter, of OrthodontiX, also brought LightForce to his Christchurch clinics. Entirely personalised, fixed, and fast-working braces, […]

Getting back to work: Enableworks

Returning to full work duties and productivity after an accident on the job or illness can be a difficult and slow process. Many factors might be involved – ongoing physical pain or restricted movement; psychosocial factors such as rapid technological changes or demanding deadlines causing mental distress, depression and lowered self-esteem – all these aspects […]

Prioritise your pelvis: Muscle People

Pelvic Health. What exactly is that, you may be thinking? Or maybe you have an idea, but aren’t sure. Certainly, it’s an area of healthcare that has previously been overlooked, or even worse, misunderstood. The reality is that pelvic disorders can affect women, men, and children. Pelvic health encompasses a wide range of symptoms ranging […]

At the gym

Regular workouts are a major part of many people’s lives. Here are some suggestions from Quest Nutrition on how to maximise time and effort at the gym. Fuel your success: Nutrition plays a pivotal role in achieving peak performance. Discover the art of balanced eating, ensuring you get the right mix of macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, […]

Work it baby, work it

Exercise is one of the best ways to boost your heart health and overall wellbeing. What you might ask is the right amount and type of exercise? As with many things, the answer depends on goals, abilities, and limitations. Some people stack a visit to the gym on their way to work, others head out […]

Habit stacking

If you want to start a new habit and make it stick, stack it on to a regular existing routine so it becomes something you do automatically. New York Times #1 best-selling author James Clear redefined how to build better habits with his 2023 book Atomic Habits. James, with insight from a 2007 Oxford University […]