Ellis Chiropractic

22/02/2026

At Ellis Chiropractic, care doesn’t end with the last adjustment of the day. ✨

After every patient and at the end of each day, Dr. Ahlisna makes sure the space is cleaned 🧼, sanitised 🫧, and ready for tomorrow. 🌿

Because your health deserves a safe 🛡️, fresh 🌸, and welcoming environment 🤍 — every single time you walk through our doors. 🚪

20/02/2026

Stretching relieves muscle tension ✨

But if your lower back tightness keeps returning, the cause may not be the muscle alone.

The Quadratus Lumborum (QL) attaches to:
• The lumbar spine
• The pelvis
• The 12th rib

When there is reduced movement in these joints, the muscle often compensates — leading to recurring tightness and discomfort.

This is why addressing muscle tension alone isn’t always enough.

Chiropractic care focuses on restoring proper joint mobility, improving biomechanics, and reducing muscular overcompensation — helping you move more freely and comfortably.

Address the cause, not just the symptom.

Move Well to Live Well.

19/02/2026

18/02/2026

Your Quadratus Lumborum (QL) — a deep lower back stabilising muscle — may be contributing to that tension.

✨ Check out our latest reel where Dr. Ahlisna Ellis demonstrates how to properly stretch this area safely and effectively.

Small adjustments in how you stretch can make a big difference in how your lower back feels.

Save the reel and give it a try tonight 🩷

Move Well. Live Well.

17/02/2026

One-sided lower back tightness? 👇🏼 It may involve more than one muscle.

Two key muscles often responsible are:

🟠 Latissimus Dorsi
A large back muscle that:
• Assists with overhead movement
• Supports posture
• Connects the upper body to the pelvis
• Influences lower back tension

🔵 Quadratus Lumborum (QL)
A deep stabilising muscle that:
• Supports the lumbar spine
• Controls side bending
• Stabilises the pelvis when walking
• Often becomes tight with prolonged sitting or imbalance

When these muscles are overworked or compensating, they can cause:
• One-sided lower back pain
• Tightness when reaching overhead
• Stiffness when standing up
• A pulling sensation along the side of the torso

Stretching can help relieve tension ✨
But if the tightness keeps returning, there may be underlying joint restriction contributing to the problem.

Proper assessment helps identify the root cause — not just the symptom.

Move Well. Live Well.

12/02/2026

Think chiropractic care is just for back pain? Think again!

Here are some key reasons to see a registered chiropractor:
1️⃣ Back & neck pain relief – classic, but still the most common
2️⃣ Headaches & migraines – tension in your spine can trigger pain
3️⃣ Muscle tightness & hamstring issues – improve flexibility & movement
4️⃣ Posture correction – feel taller, stronger, and more aligned
5️⃣ Prevent injuries & improve performance – for runners, athletes, and active lifestyles
6️⃣ Overall wellness & mobility – help your body function at its best

💡 Even if you’re not in pain, an assessment can catch imbalances before they become problems.

✅ Dr. Ahlisna Ellis is fully registered and compliant with the Ahllied Health Professions Council of South Africa (AHPCSA) — your health is in safe, professional hands.

📍 ONEWellness Centre, 80 Silvergrass Street, Montana
📍 1174 Dickenson Avenue, Waverley
📞 063 351 3956
🌐 www.ellischiropractic.co.za

10/02/2026

✨ Hi, I’m Dr. Ahlisna Ellis
Your chiropractor here for all your chiropractic needs in Pretoria 🦴🩷

Helping you move better, feel stronger, and live with less pain — because when you move well, you live well 🌱

📍 ONEWellness Centre, 80 Silvergrass Street, Montana
📍 1174 Dickenson Avenue, Waverley
📞 063 351 3956
🌐 www.ellischiropractic.co.za

08/02/2026

🦵 Tight hamstrings? Try this first!

Dr. Ellis shows how to correctly perform the toe touch stretch to help improve hamstring flexibility and mobility ✨

✔ Helps release tight hamstrings
✔ Improves movement & flexibility
✔ Great as part of a balanced routine

💡 Remember: if hamstring tightness keeps coming back, it may be linked to pelvic or spinal alignment, not just the muscle itself.

06/02/2026

⚠️ Hamstring injuries can be frustrating — especially when they keep returning.

Even with stretching and strengthening, imbalances in your pelvis, spine, or movement patterns can make your hamstrings more prone to injury.

Chiropractic care helps:
✔ Correct structural imbalances
✔ Improve your movement patterns
✔ Prevent future injuries

🏃‍♂️ Whether you’re an athlete, runner, or active professional, getting your body aligned can keep you moving pain-free.

www.ellischiropractic.co.za

04/02/2026

🦵 Feeling constant hamstring tightness or pain? Did you know it might start somewhere else entirely — like your pelvis, hips, or lower back?

Chiropractic care doesn’t just stretch your muscles — we look at alignment and biomechanics to find the root cause of your hamstring issues.
Correcting imbalances can:
✔ Reduce pain
✔ Improve flexibility
✔ Help you move freely again

✨ Don’t just treat the symptom — fix the cause and feel the difference!

01/02/2026

Healthy hip movement is an important part of your baby’s early development. 🧸

Babies’ hips are still forming and learning to move in many directions. Gentle observation of their joint range of motion ensures that they can move freely, supporting crawling, rolling, and later walking.

Chiropractors help ensure little bodies can move freely and comfortably.
It’s all gentle, safe, and tailored to each baby’s unique development. 👶✨

29/01/2026

Gentle hands, expert care 🤍✨

Dr. Ahlisna carefully assesses a baby’s joint range of motion, ensuring the lower back and hips move freely and comfortably as they should. It’s a beautiful reminder that chiropractic care isn’t about force — it’s about precision, knowledge, and deep respect for the body, even from the very beginning of life.