As we are increasingly dependent on technology in today’s digital world, we are spending more and more time on devices. This has led to a myriad of health issues arising from the overuse of devices, such as eye strain, neck stiffness, shoulder, and lower back pain, as well as bad posture. Kyphosis is commonly caused by poor posture due to frequent ‘texting’, scrolling on mobile devices, or slouching down to look at screens for an extended period. The tell-tale sign of Kyphosis is an abnormal middle back appearance that is rounded and hump-like. You may experience tiredness, strain, and pain … [Read more...]
Scoliosis – How does Chiro help with it?
Scoliosis can happen from a young age, in children, adolescence, young adults through to adulthood. While many people who have scoliosis suffer minor issues, and may not even be aware that they have the condition, scoliosis can worsen over time without treatment and lead to severe pain. So, what is scoliosis? Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine and can range from a minor degree to an S-shaped curved spine, depending on individual cases. While the exact causes are unknown, it is more commonly seen in young teens in which sudden growth can impact the formation of the spine. Common … [Read more...]
Preventing Back Pain and Injuries
Lower back pain is one of the most common health complaints in which most of us will experience at some point. While back pain can get better on its own, chronic back pain can be related to injuries and can have a detrimental impact on your everyday life. As with any health issue, prevention is always better than cure. If you can reduce or prevent the chances of lower back pain, you can save yourself time-consuming, stressful or even costly surgery. Here are some simple lifestyle changes that can help you stay away from back pain and injuries: Exercise Starting with exercise, you can … [Read more...]
How to Avoid Hip or Knee Replacement
As we age, our joints inevitably wear out and here in Australia, over 32,000 people* undergo hip replacements each year. However, you can reduce and even avoid wear and tear on your knees and hips so that surgery can be avoided in many cases. As the saying goes, “prevention is better than cure”. The best outcome is always avoiding surgery wherever possible. Good news is, it’s never too late to start now and preserve your joints! Here’re some tips to get you started: Exercise & Strength Keep moving as much as possible; staying active can help keep your hips and knees in motion and … [Read more...]
The Importance of Health as a Whole
Our modern everyday lifestyle has become busier than ever. There is less time to wind down, and many of us are neglecting our health, as technology and other priorities demand our attention more and more. While we think of health as visiting the GP or keeping up regular screenings to maintain our physical wellbeing, it is also essential to include other aspects of health as a whole. This enables us to listen and keep our bodies balanced, thus maximising our bodies’ natural potential. Physical Health The most obvious aspect of health; it goes without saying that simple steps such as … [Read more...]
Massage & Chiropractic Care: Why These Treatments Work Best When Combined
Massage therapy and chiropractic care often yield the best results when working in unison with each other. Many massage therapists and chiropractors often work together and refer to one another to expedite their clients’ journeys to wellness. In many cases, we would recommend seeing the massage therapist first to loosen up the muscles in preparation for the treatment from the chiropractor. The Role of a Chiropractor Chiropractors deal with issues of the neuromusculoskeletal system. They use specific pressures in certain spots to realign the muscles, nerves, bones, ligaments and tendons … [Read more...]
Benefits of Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy
There are many changes to the body during pregnancy, and caring for the spine is particularly important as the mother’s body goes through various structural changes. Did you know, the spinal curvature of pregnant women increases by 41% between 12 and 32 weeks^ of pregnancy? One of the primal beliefs of Chiropractic care is: “Healthy spine = healthy nervous system = healthy body working at its full potential”. Therefore, chiropractic care during pregnancy can have several benefits to the wellbeing of the mother. These include: reducing back and pelvis pain providing more restful … [Read more...]
The Dark Side Of Mind-Body Connection And How Chiropractors Combat Emotional Distress
The start of 2020, or 20plenty, is upon us! A new year means a new start for most people. But, not for everyone. New Year’s resolutions fall through, holidays fizzle out fast, loved ones leave, and the pressures of work can leave you with plenty of not-so-good-feelings. You may be losing your temper at home, waking up sad, and dreading work or even getting out of bed! If that’s the case, a bad back is the last thing you need. And, you’re probably feeling the signs already! Tight shoulders, sore neck, headaches, pain shooting down into your leg – this is an indication that the stresses of … [Read more...]
How are you wired? (Understanding the nervous system)
Have you experienced persistent headaches? A loss of feeling or pins & needles? Maybe double vision or dizziness? Your body may be screaming out for an adjustment to assist the nervous system. Our team at Empowering Wellness understands the importance of the relationship between the spine and the nervous system. The nervous system is a complex communication network between our brain and the rest of our body. It has two main components a) the Central Nervous System (CNS) - controlling the brain and the spinal cord; b) the Peripheral Nervous System - controlling the rest of the nerves, … [Read more...]
HEALTH TALK by Ron Bass: Bio-Energetic Solutions for Stress, Pain, Fatigue & Sensitivities
Our amazing Naturopath, Counsellor, Life Coach and Remedial Therapist, Ron Bass will hold another enlightening Health Talk at Empowering Wellness Burleigh Heads. This time he will be teaching us about Bio-Energetic Solutions for Stress, Pain, Fatigue & Sensitivities. What is Bio-Energetics? Unknown to most people, the very reason that we’re alive is because of bio-energetics. This amazing process happens within the mitochondria, deep inside most of our cells. The mitochondria often called the ‘energy-factory’ or the ‘powerhouse’ of the cells. The energy currency that it makes is in … [Read more...]
