Do You Need Spinal Surgery? What Actually Makes It the Right Call
Surgery decisions turn on progressive loss of function, not pain or how bad your scan looks. A Victoria Park chiropractor on what genuinely makes surgery the right call, and the questions worth asking your surgeon.
Hurt at Work in WA? Chiropractic Is a Covered Service
Chiropractic is a scheduled service under the WA workers compensation scheme. Here is how it gets into your injury management plan, who decides, and what to ask your insurer.
Postpartum back and pelvic pain: chiropractic care after birth
Back, pelvic, neck and wrist pain are common after birth. Dr Alex Freeman explains why, which symptoms need medical help first, when it is sensible to start chiropractic care after a vaginal birth or caesarean, and what a postpartum assessment involves.
Neck pain with arm pain, pins and needles or weakness: what it means
Neck pain that travels into the arm with pins and needles, numbness or weakness usually means an irritated nerve root. Victoria Park chiropractor Dr Alex Freeman explains which level does what, the conditions that mimic it, and the warning signs that need urgent care.
Chronic low back pain: why it persists, and what actually changes it
Back pain that has lasted beyond three months is usually driven by more than the original injury. Victoria Park chiropractor Dr Alex Freeman explains what keeps chronic low back pain going, what a proper assessment looks for, and how to tell whether care is working.
Cervicogenic dizziness: when the problem is your neck, not your inner ear
Cervicogenic dizziness comes from the upper neck, not the inner ear, and it's easily confused with BPPV. Dr Alex Freeman explains why the neck affects balance, how to tell the causes apart, the red flags that need urgent care, and when to have your neck examined.
Disc bulge, protrusion, stenosis: what your MRI report actually means
Disc bulge, protrusion, stenosis: MRI reports are written for doctors, not patients. Dr Alex Freeman translates the common terms into plain English, explains why many of these findings show up in people with no pain at all, and what determines whether they matter for you.
What causes sciatica? A chiropractor's guide to causes, symptoms and red flags
What causes sciatica? Usually a disc, narrowing where the nerve exits the spine, joint irritation or deep buttock tension, and working out which one is the whole job. Dr Alex Freeman explains the common causes, the red flags that need urgent care, and when to get it assessed in Victoria Park.
Is It Safe to Crack Your Own Back?
Cracking your own back now and then is unlikely to cause serious harm, but it rarely lasts. Dr Joel Maylor explains what the pop actually is, when frequent self-cracking is worth getting checked, and safer ways to ease back stiffness.
What Does a Chiropractor Do?
A chiropractor assesses and manages conditions affecting the spine, joints, muscles, and nervous system. But if you've never been before, it's reasonable to want to know what you're actually walking into. Here's a straightforward answer from Dr Alex Freeman at Freeman Chiropractic, Victoria Park.
Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy: Is It Safe, When Should You Start, and What Does It Involve?
Pregnancy places significant demands on the spine and pelvis — and for many women, that means back, pelvic, or sciatic pain well before the due date. Dr Alex Freeman explains what chiropractic assessment during pregnancy involves, when to start, and what to expect at each stage.
How Much Does a Chiropractor Cost in Perth? What to Expect and What Private Health Covers
Not sure what chiropractic care costs in Perth or whether your private health covers it? Dr Alex Freeman breaks down fees, extras rebates, and the Medicare EPC pathway — so you know exactly what to expect before you book.
What Causes Lower Back Pain? A Chiropractor’s Guide
Lower back pain is one of the most common reasons Australians seek healthcare. Freeman Chiropractic in Victoria Park explains the common causes and when chiropractic care may help.