Spending long hours typing at your computer and have sore wrists? Wrist pain is not an uncommon complaint in office workers who spend long periods of time typing. Wrist pain is often an annoying injury that can vary from a dull ache into the much more serious complaint of carpal tunnel syndrome. The reason why wrist pain is so common … Read More
SLEEP ON IT
On average, human beings spend 33 percent of their lives sleeping, according to National Centre on Sleep Disorders Research – that is one-third of your life! This time is important for the body to regenerate and heal. However, sleeping in awkward positions can negatively impact your spinal health. The National Sleep Foundation has noted that sleeping positions can have a … Read More
Workplace Health Tips For Tradies
Workplace Health Tips For Tradies Being a tradie is hard work. The physically demanding job, odd hours and prolonged strain on the body all add up. It’s no surprise that labourers account for the highest percentage of serious musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) claims and also have the highest frequency rate, which was three times higher than the rate of all employees. … Read More
IMPROVING & KEEPING YOUR SPINAL HEALTH AS YOU AGE
IMPROVING & KEEPING YOUR SPINE HEALTHY AS YOU AGE The population of Australians aged 65 and over is projected to increase rapidly in the near future. While it is great news that Australians are living longer lives, there needs to be a focus on improving the quality of life in the golden years. As we age, we can expect gradual … Read More
Avoid back pain while travelling with these simple tips
Avoid back pain while travelling with these simple tips Spinal health isn’t something we usually think about when we’re on holiday. But if we’re not careful, unexpected back pain can potentially ruin the entire experience. As both a chiropractor and someone who’s very susceptible to the travel bug, you can take it from me – prevention is always better than … Read More
Chiropractor Health Tips: Posture
Chiropractor Health Tips: Posture HEADS UP – TEXTING IS LITERALLY A PAIN IN THE NECK Here is some good information about how to prevent text neck from the Chiropractor’s Association of Australia. This is a common problem I see as a chiropractor in Brisbane CBD. The number of people using mobile devices has increased year on year and continues to … Read More
Training Tip- Benefits of yin yoga
There are many forms of yoga which all benefit the body in different ways. A form of yoga that I have recently discovered is yin yoga. Yin yoga differs from more dynamic forms of yoga, ie: Bikram or ashtanga yoga, as it is a much slower style with most poses been performed on the floor or in a seated position. … Read More
Training Tip- Pre workout glute activation
We have always known that warming up before a workout is important but we are now finding low load glute activation drills during a lower body warm up are becoming increasingly popular in strength and conditioning. These activation drills have been used in the rehab setting and certainly have a good cross over into the exercise world. There are plenty … Read More
Rotator Cuff Injury
The rotator cuff is a group of four small muscles in the shoulder. The muscles extend from the shoulder blade and attach into the top of the humerus (upper arm bone). These muscles have the important job of stabilising the shoulders ball and socket joint as well as helping the shoulder move smoothly in its extensive range of motion. The … Read More
