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By HealthyCh1r0 May 20, 2021 Blog Articles ,

Sore Back? Consider a Chiro!

Is an exercise injury stopping you in your tracks? Maybe you’ve been practising some bad habits lately, or want to keep a healthy back? This Spinal Health Week (24-30 May) we are asking our patients and community to Consider a Chiro for their back pain.

Back pain is one of the most burdensome physical conditions facing Australians and the prevalence of back pain in society is astonishing. The Institute of Health & Welfare estimates around 4 million Australians (16% of the population) have back problems.1

With pain being the main symptom of most back problems, it is also estimated that 70–90% of people will suffer from low back pain at some point in their lives.1 This can also take a toll on your mental health, impacting your social relationships, ability to work and quality of life.

With the average Australian sitting for more than half their day, this certainly doesn’t help.2 Your back pain can be triggered by sedentary behaviour caused by inactivity. However, we don’t want your pain to stop you from being your most active self. As a nation of sports lovers and weekend warriors, it’s important that back pain from exercise injuries doesn’t stop you in your tracks.

Living with back pain does not have to be part of everyday life. Here at The Health Hub Chiro we are well equipped to care for back pain whether it be a new episode of pain or a pre-existing condition. Chiropractors carefully assess each patient individually and tailor their care accordingly, by using a variety of non-surgical techniques, such as specific spinal adjustments, manual therapy and low-force intervention.

If you want to simply keep your spinal health in check, then we can also provide you with care, including exercise programs, lifestyle advice and assistance to help you maintain your spinal health as well as your wellbeing.

This Spinal Health Week is a great time to Consider a Chiro and to show how much we care, we will be running our ‘Family and Friends’ Deal!

To find out more about our ‘Family and Friends’ Deal send us an email at admin@healthhubchiro.com.au

References

  1. Australian Institute of Health and Welfare: https://www.aihw.gov.au/reports/chronic-musculoskeletal-conditions/back-problems/contents/what-are-back-problems
  2. Heart Foundation, ‘Sit Less, Move More,’ 2020: https://www.heartfoundation.org.au/heart-health-education/sit-less-move-more
  3. AIHW: Kreisfeld R & Harrison JE 2020. Hospitalised sports injury in Australia, 2016–17, Injury Research and Statistics Series no. 131. Canberra: AIHW.

 

 

By HealthyCh1r0 March 2, 2021 Blog Articles ,

Are you as Mobile as you Think?

This ‘Mobility Month’, as Australians approach the one-year anniversary of the ‘new normal’, we are urging locals to assess their spinal health and mobility with a simple four stage test. 

Dr Anthony Coxon, leading chiropractor and President of the Australian Chiropractors Association (ACA) says: “Over the past 12 months, myself and other chiropractors across the country have seen a worrying increase in patients who are reporting back and neck pain caused by changes in their lifestyle like working from home and not being able to exercise. So, we want to encourage everyone to proactively check their mobility and protect their health and wellbeing.”

When a third of the Australian workforce suddenly found themselves working from home, 40% of people admitted to suffering from back pain, a third from neck pain (39.8%) and shoulder pain (34.4%).

“Other chiropractors and I are concerned by the high incidence of injury we are seeing in young, otherwise healthy people. We know that physical pain can have detrimental impacts on mental health and quality of life, and it is vital that people take action before their pain progresses.”

According to research, a third of people living with pain, such as neck and back pain, admit to having reduced movement and mobility (32.6%) which has significant impact on their quality of life, with one in ten admitting they can’t play with their children (11.5%) and it impacts their intimate relationships (11.8%).

But mobility issues can go much further than spinal pain and can often indicate an array of significantly more serious health issues. Research shows that those with a sedentary lifestyle and posture related pain double their risk of cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and obesity, and increase the risks of colon cancer, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, lipid disorders, depression and anxiety.

With statistics like these, it is important you are staying on top of your mobility and monitor any changes in your strength, balance and flexibility. This Mobility Month, try out these four simple exercises to discover how ‘mobile’ you are:

  • Neck Rotation: testing how far and evenly you can turn your neck on each side.
    1. Sitting down, keep your shoulders still and against a chair.
    2. Turn your head all the way to the left as if you were looking over your shoulder. How far around did you get?
    3. Repeat on the right. Was it even? Was it comfortable?

 

 

  • Trunk Side Bend: testing how far you can run your hand down each side of your body.
    1. Stand with your feet comfortably apart.
    2. Run a hand down the side of your leg so you side bend without leaning backwards or forwards.
    3. Repeat on the other side. Was it even and was it comfortable to do?

 

 

  • Sit-to-Stand: testing the ease at which you can rise from your chair with crossed arms.
    1. Sit in the middle of your chair. Cross your arms over your chest.
    2. Keeping your back straight and arms across your chest…
    3. Stand straight up and then sit back down. Did you do this easily or was it hard?

 

 

  • Single Leg Stance: testing how well you balance on each leg.
    1. In a safe environment free of trip hazards, stand upright with feet together and place hands on hips.
    2. Lift one foot off the ground. Do not allow your legs to touch. Time how long you can stand without moving.
    3. Repeat on opposite side. Are you able to stand on each leg for at least 40 seconds? (If under 60 years)

 

 

How was your flexibility, strength and balance? If you find that you are struggling with one of the exercises, not to worry. The Health Hub Chiro is here to help. Ask us about getting more mobile this March by contacting us via reception on 6622 0218 or our email at admin@healthhubchiro.com.au. 

 

For more information on Mobility Month, and to watch the test in action, visit mobilitymonth.org.au

By HealthyCh1r0 January 8, 2021 0 Comments Blog Articles ,

Our Back to School Checklist

Every January millions of children, including some of our very own patients, go back to school. While schools are great places for children to learn and develop both mentally and socially, it is important for kids to remember their health and wellbeing in the classroom all year round.

While most parents and children have a checklist of stationery and supplies for starting the school year, we are providing our patients with a ‘Back to School Health Checklist.’ The checklist, developed as part of the Australian Chiropractors Association (ACA) Back to School Campaign, is a great way to remind kids of the importance of building healthy habits in school.

They are simple to incorporate and easily fit into a child’s everyday routine. For instance, packing a healthy lunch filled with lots of fruit and veggies, getting 60 minutes of daily physical activity and wearing the backpack correctly by carrying it with both straps.

The Health Checklist also reminds kids to reduce their recreational screen time, sit correctly in the classroom and consider chiropractic care.

Kids don’t often think about the impact that common activities like sitting in a classroom, carrying a heavy bag and excessive screen time can have on their overall health and wellbeing.

Pick up your complimentary Back to School Health Checklist from us today, or if you are concerned about your child’s spine or any other back to school related activities, book an appointment with us via our online booking or call our reception on 6622 0218.

Check out our Facebook or Instagram for more about how you can help your children prepare for school.

For more information on the ACA’s Back to School, visit backtoschool.org.au

By HealthyCh1r0 August 4, 2020 0 Comments Blog Articles , ,

What Can You Do To Remain Flexible As You Age?

As we age our flexibility starts to decrease, meaning our range of motion decreases as well. By maintaining your flexibility you reduce the risk of injury, maintain good balance, and have a better range of motion.

Regaining flexibility can take time. Long as you listen to your body and slowly improve your flexibility, which will help your body to maintain mobility and aid in muscle and joints health, it means older adults can keep doing their favorite daily activities and remain independent for longer.

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By HealthyCh1r0 July 7, 2020 0 Comments Blog Articles ,

Can Chiropractic Help You Live Pain Free?

Dr. James “Jim” Whedon did a study and found that patients who received chiropractic were 57% less likely to fill out a prescription for pain medication. This is a testament to the effectiveness of using chiropractic for pain relief.

Chiropractic patients can have more days of being pain-free while avoiding surgery, invasive medical procedures, and medications that have harmful side effects. In one study, they found that chiropractic care is as effective as or better than more conventional medical care for as many as 18 months.

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By HealthyCh1r0 June 1, 2020 Blog Articles ,

How Regular Chiropractic Care Can Help Women’s Health Issues

In alignment with our monthly topics, we have chosen to celebrate Women’s Health in June.

Many women who attend our centre find great relief and benefits with many areas of women’s health. Some of these can include a reduction in:

  • Period pain
  • Hot flushes
  • PMS
  • Digestive discomfort due to hormonal imbalance
  • Infertility
  • Pregnancy and many more

We also have a great prize this month for our Goddesses in the Northern Rivers. These prizes can be a great help with these symptoms and be an amazing support for general health and wellbeing for Women.

Good Luck.

Here are some links to research supporting chiropractic for women and their health:

Menstrual pain associated with primary dysmenorrhea may be alleviated with chiropractic treatment: https://chiro.org/research/ABSTRACTS/Prospective_Case_Series.shtml

High incidence of spinal dysfunction exists in PMS suffers, chiropractic may offer an alternative approach: https://chiro.org/research/ABSTRACTS/Frequency_of_Positive.shtml

Eleven women with histories of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms treated through a conservative full spine chiropractic technique: https://chiro.org/research/ABSTRACTS/Chiropractic_Approach_to_Premenstrual.shtml

A patient finds they have fewer episodes of pain from dysmenorrhea when having manual chiropractic adjustments: https://chiro.org/research/ABSTRACTS/Chiropractic_and_Dysmenorrhea.shtml

Female with low back pain premenstrual tension syndrome, responds favorably to chiropractic treatment: https://chiro.org/research/ABSTRACTS/Vertebral_Subluxation_and_Premenstrual.shtml

By HealthyCh1r0 April 7, 2020 Blog Articles , ,

Recovering from a Sports Injury, How Chiropractic Can Help You?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Because practices, workouts, and games are so physically demanding, you must take proper care to ensure that you are preparing your body for high levels of performance and rapid recovery.

That’s why with the advantage of proper spinal alignment and function, chiropractic care can help you achieve that highest level of performance without injury.

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By HealthyCh1r0 April 4, 2020 Blog Articles , ,

Why is Spinal Health so important?

It’s a normal part of life to experience aches and pains. Especially when it comes to our spine. And it’s even more normal to ignore these aches and pains as they often come and go. From professional athletes to trauma victims to nine-to-five office workers – everyone’s back pain is a little different and many of us don’t take the proper actions or listen to our bodies until minor back pain turns into something much more serious – chronic back pain.

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