Dr George Tuihalangingie DC

03/26/2026

Nobody ever warned me that when you’re a chiropractor, there’s no such thing as a day off 😂
This was my wedding day in the backyard, pigs roasting for the feast… and I’m still adjusting family. Don't mind the mess my pops is a hoarder haha

03/25/2026

Sometimes I forget my “why”… then this video pops up and reminds me why I’m here.
This was back in 2019 when the Tongan service trips started. I volunteered to translate… but little did the school know, I couldn’t even speak Tongan that good 😂 I just wanted a free trip. Looking back I'm glad I went and saw all the miracles chiropractic can bring . Need to go back soon

03/25/2026

Had the chance to adjust a few of the Fiji sevens rugby players

03/24/2026

Back when I was doing construction(iate) and chiro

03/23/2026

From one big guy to another haha working some AI . Thanks Keke for the video

03/23/2026

When da chiro needs a chiro lol

02/22/2026

02/08/2026

Create a caricature of me and my job based on everything you know about me. ChatGPT taking me@on one 😂

02/06/2026

🧠 Chiropractic doesn’t just help your back — it changes your brain.
Most people think pain lives in the muscles or joints.
But science says otherwise.
A 2024 neuroscience study published in Brain Sciences found that chiropractic care literally changes brain activity in people with chronic low back pain.
After just 4 weeks of chiropractic adjustments, patients showed:
✔️ Reduced pain
✔️ Better sleep
✔️ Less anxiety & depression
✔️ Less fatigue
✔️ Improved quality of life
And here’s the key part 👇
🧠 The improvements were linked to changes in the prefrontal cortex — the part of the brain that controls pain perception, stress, and emotional regulation.
That means chiropractic doesn’t just “crack joints.”
It helps retrain the nervous system so the brain processes pain differently.
This is why:
• Pain can linger even after injuries “heal”
• Chronic pain feels exhausting and overwhelming
• Adjustments help people feel calmer, clearer, and more functional — not just looser
👉 Pain is not just a spine problem.
👉 It’s a brain + nervous system problem.
And chiropractic addresses both.

02/06/2026

🧠🚨 NEW CONCUSSION SIGN MOST PEOPLE MISS 🚨🧠
Ever notice someone take a hit…
stand up…
then rapidly shake their head side-to-side like they’re trying to “clear it”?
That’s not random.
A 2024 peer-reviewed study just identified this movement as a highly predictive sign of concussion called:
SHAAKE — Spontaneous Headshake After a Kinematic Event
Here’s why this matters 👇
🔹 Happens in ~50% of concussions
🔹 When it happens, it’s linked to a concussion over 90% of the time
🔹 It’s one of the most specific concussion signs ever studied
Athletes say they do it because they feel:
• Disoriented
• Dizzy
• Like they need to “jump-start” their brain
⚠️ Important:
This doesn’t diagnose a concussion by itself — but it’s a huge red flag that should trigger immediate evaluation.
In fact, this sign was missed in a high-profile NFL case, and the athlete returned to play… only to suffer a much more serious brain injury days later.
👉 Moral of the story:
Concussions aren’t always obvious.
And ignoring subtle signs can have serious consequences.
If you or your child:
• Took a hit
• Felt “off” afterward
• Or caught yourself shaking your head after impact
📍 Get checked. Brain injuries aren’t something to tough out.

12/19/2025

Throwback to graduation — when I was surprised to receive the highest clinical award.
Just a reminder: set your goals, put your head down, and grind.
The work always shows up eventually

12/17/2025

Posture isn’t just about looking upright — it’s about how your body FUNCTIONS.

Your posture directly affects your nervous system, breathing, and even hormone regulation.

Here’s the cycle we often see 👇
🔁 Stress (physical, emotional, chemical)
➡️ Sympathetic activation (fight-or-flight stuck “ON”)
➡️ Postural dysfunction
➡️ More stress… and the loop continues

When posture breaks down:
• Breathing becomes shallow
• Muscles stay tight
• The nervous system stays overstimulated
• Recovery slows
• Pain becomes chronic

That’s why chiropractic care isn’t just about cracking backs — it’s about restoring balance to the nervous system and helping your body shift out of stress mode.

📍 Better posture = better breathing
📍 Better breathing = better nervous system regulation
📍 Better regulation = better healing

Your body was designed to heal — it just needs less interference.