House of Chiro Blog

You may hear people say 'just stress less, or chill out'. Easier said than done, right? We all know you can’t just snap your fingers and stress is simply gone. We have so much stress in every aspect of our lives, now more than ever due to our inability to ever truly ‘switch off’. If stress itself wasn’t bad enough, it also tends to be one of the underlying issues that initiates sickness. There is an inflammatory process that goes on when emotional triggers create stress. When

You've probably heard many times, “Sit up straight!”. “Lift with your legs, not your back! . “Don’t hunch, you will end up looking like an old person." But do you even know why? Do you even know why your backbone is so important? What is it made up of? If you want to find out why everyone is so hung up on your spine, keep reading. You will soon discover why putting off getting your spine checked could impede not just your pain levels, but also your health. What comprises the

It's hard not to feel upset, sad, disappointed or frustrated when someone you love or care for is in pain or needs your help. We know that as nurses and carers, you feel this more than anyone. However, nursing or caring for someone and their problems shouldn't mean sacrificing your own health in return. So we've put together for you a Nurse's Guide to Back Pain . We're going to look at how the pain begins, what happens after that, where degeneration comes from, what your body

Nurses, carers, aged care and group home workers are legends. Their patience, love, commitment, dedication, time and energy they give to their patients and clients is outstanding, and we just want to honour them. We know that they don't get reimbursed for the love they give people. And we definitely would not be the same community that we are without them. Despite the love that they give, we know that physically their job takes a toll on their body. Most people think that pro

We recently had a 60-year-old nurse with low back pain, neck pain and fatigue. She was also on anti-depressants and Panadeine Forte and...

How horrible is it waking up with a headache or consistently experiencing one each day? I think we all know someone who has suffered from pain caused by a throbbing headache or migraine. Headaches can often be caused by a variety of factors (lack of water, too much screen time, stress, being subluxated) but none of which are a SHORTAGE of medication in your body. If you find yourself having to rely on pain medication to get through the working day, keep reading to find out wh

If you’ve suffered or are suffering from back pain, then an aching back, tight muscles or even struggling to find a position that’s comfortable probably sound way too familiar. More than likely you’re also well aware how much back pain can slow you down. But why do we experience Back pain? What causes it? Is it because our muscles are tight? Is it because we bent over incorrectly? And why does our back pain keep coming back? All of these questions are incredibly important to

Your neck curve flattens out and a hump can develop at the base of your neck. You may have heard this called a Dowager’s Hump.

Food is essential. This idea is glued to the forefront of our minds as we approach the Christmas period, adopting the personal slogan ‘I deserve to treat myself’ as a kind of mantra that we repeat whenever we find ourselves staring longingly in the window of the ice-creamery. Great food is bliss. Over 8 years ago, as a Chiropractor new to Albury Wodonga, I made it my quest to find this bliss; to find the best restaurants, cafes and the like that Albury could produce. Here,

Getting up with back pain can be a struggle. Watch this great video to learn how you can get up to protect your back. Back pain shouldn'

At one point or another, everyone gets injured. Whether the pain starts just from bending down to hang up the washing, an intense footy preseason or even a car accident, sometimes there is just too much strain on our bodies, and we need someone to help set us back on our feet. But who should I see; a physio or a chiropractor? Some people will say that’s easy to answer; physios are for sports injuries, and chiros are for back pain. However, sadly it isn’t that simple. If i

You’re sick of being in pain all the time. You’ve seen a thousand other health professionals, and not only do they all tell you the same thing, but you aren’t getting results. You just want to be healthy. Sound familiar? Many people who are seeking relief from situations such as these will begin the daunting task of trying to find a Chiropractor who ticks all the boxes. Are they thorough? Will they help me? How do you know who is the right fit for you? Don’t stress. We h

Bottom Line: Nothing can slow you down faster than a bad back. It can be difficult to exercise, play sports, or even get to the grocery store when your back hurts. Age, lack of exercise, excess weight, improper lifting, and too many hours sitting can all result in low back pain. Research has shown that over 80% of people will experience back pain at some point in their life. The good news is that researchers have also found that chiropractic care can not only help get you ba

Bottom Line: Spinal discs play an essential role in your low back, acting as small shock absorbers and giving you the ability to move in many different directions. Your discs are comprised of two major parts: an outer ring of cartilage which provides support and a jelly-like center that facilities motion. As age and injuries catch up with us, the disc can herniate. A herniated disc is when the middle (the jelly) of the disc breaks through the outer wall irritating a spinal ne

Bottom Line: Back pain, neck pain, and headaches. Maybe that’s how you discovered chiropractic care. The research supporting chiropractic...

Believe it or not, getting sick is a body signal that your immune system is working ! Yes, you read that correctly. Every single day you encounter bacteria that could make you sick. Fortunately, when you come into contact with these germs, your immune system kicks in and starts fighting them off without you ever knowing. On rare occasions, when your immune system isn’t functioning at 100%, your body will give you a signal- like a fever or a runny nose, that sickness may be on

Prolonged stress, long travel and maybe just one too many fruitcakes can all contribute to the dreaded holiday hangover. Well, with the New Year comes a new opportunity to get healthier, lose those extra kilos, and overcome the holiday hangover. How we eat plays a huge role in our weight and our energy levels. When you have a low energy level, it’s difficult to get the motivation to stay active and exercise. However, when you give your body the proper nutrition, you can have

Bottom Line: Are you overwhelmed by stress? Well, you're not alone. Studies show over 54% of people are concerned with the amount of stress in their daily life. Many of us carry this stress in our shoulders and neck. Muscle tension in our shoulders can contribute to headaches, neck and back pain. Chronic stress can lower your energy levels resulting in irritability, illness, and even depression. But, there is good news! A few simple changes to your daily routine can help yo

Hey there! Happy new year. Let's get 2018 off to a great start with abundantly more energy. Keep reading to learn how... Bottom Line: The best way to feel more energized? Stay active! Top research journals have shown that moderate exercise can increase your energy. A simple 10-15 minute walk can get your blood pumping and increase the oxygen coming into your body, helping you feel more energized and maybe even helping you shed a few extra pounds. Why it Matters: Moderate

Ouch, my back hurts… Sound familiar? Do you stand up after hours hunched over your desk slaving away, only to find your feet numb, pins and needles pouring into your legs, and a war being declared over your neck? While a ‘back-pain-free-desk’ might sound like a fairy-tale, in truth it is much more realistic. Are you willing to save your body from the dreaded desk? If so, read on… Step 1: Desk Duty The best place to start on your quest to a back pain free desk is… your des

We've all been there; cruising through your sunny day when suddenly the lightning strikes. A nightmare of a headache hits you harder than a truck, and you wish more than anything to get back to your near-perfect start to the day. What can you do to PREVENT a headache? 1. Drink a glass of water as soon as you get up. Hydration is essential, so let’s just get our first glass out of the way as soon as you get out of bed. You hear the alarm, hit stop, get out of bed, walk to

Ever wondered if walking or swimming is best for the back? Click on the link below to find out... PS. Remember common sense, if exercise hurts please make sure you talk to your health professional!

Most Mums (& Dads) are so busy looking after those around them they forget, or just don’t find time to look after themselves. It doesn’t take too long to work out if you don’t look after you, there is no-one else to do it! I could go on about how you need 8 hours sleep and to exercise 4-5 times a week, but I know that simply isn’t realistic for most of us! I have put together what I think are super simple, yet incredibly effective changes you can make to your daily routine th

It’s always AFTER the catastrophe that you hear the advice you needed BEFORE the catastrophe. An example would be driving to my home town in South Australia; you hear that annoying voice telling you where to go on Google Maps, but after many slowdowns to 80km/h and 60km/h you finally arrive. Only after 9 hours of exhausting driving do you find out - NO-ONE goes this way. What I would have given to save that extra hour of driving, to know that information BEFORE I left! Today