“The presence of glenohumeral joint (shoulder) dysfunction in infants has been found to be associated with increased irritable behaviour.
Irritable behaviour in infants is important, as it has been found to be associated with decreased infant sleeping as well as a number of co-morbidities, such as lower IQ scores, poorer fine motor abilities, increased cognitive problems at 5 years of age, and hyperactivity.” (Dr’s Keil and Fludder). Click to read the full article.
Author: Chiropractic Children’s Healthcare….”Head asymmetry can be evident from birth in about 13% of babies due to in utero moulding of the shape of the baby’s head; in most cases rapid correction of the baby’s head shape occurs soon after birth. Most cases of head asymmetry develop after birth becoming apparent to the parents or to a health care professional between four to eight weeks of age.” Click to read on
The benefits of breastfeeding are many. They include: nutritional, immunological, cognitive, decreased morbidity and mortality, analgesic effects, decreased costs (products, healthcare), decreased risk of allergy, and improved jaw development and dentition(1)…. so what happens if you have difficulty? You’re not alone… click to read on
As you may know, walking has many positive benefits for your spine and overall health, including helping to improve posture, increase heart and lung health, relieve spinal stress and boost energy levels. But are you getting a little bored of your local parks and looking for adventure? Fingers crossed borders permit but here are some top tips!!
Why not take your walk to the next level and explore this beautiful country at the same time by visiting one of these amazing day walks! Here are 10+ great walks to get you started
With summer well and truly underway, it’s the perfect time to let the sun shine on your spine and as outdoor activities a large part of the lifestyle in Australia, many of these can have great benefits to our spinal health and overall wellbeing…. If you’re looking to get spine smart this summer, here are some great activities that can you can do by yourself or with friends.
Breastfeeding is no small task. It is baby’s first act of multitasking – sucking, swallowing and breathing. We know that it provides advantages in terms of attachment and immunity among other things. We also know that for some, it just doesn’t work out. But what can a chiropractor do to support a mother who is facing difficulties but wants to persevere? That’s where a new case report proves interesting.
Colic: Probiotics and Manual Therapy recommended:
A new study has been released by the British Medical Journal, feeding into the seemingly endless quest for an answer on effective treatments for colic. In what is perhaps a telling move, the study was a systematic review of systematic reviews and national guidelines to “assess the effectiveness of four common treatment approaches.” Yes, you read that right, a review of the reviews – and still the news is this: manual therapies come out quite favorably in terms of effectiveness
Patellofemoral pain (PFP) is a common disorder, thought to affect around 22% of the general population. It often affects physically active individuals, which is one reason it has gained the monikers “runners knee” and “jumpers knee.” In fact, young adults and particularly young women and those who participate in sports are common sufferers [1]. Read on for more from Clare McIvor (ASRF)
From the office chair to the couch, Australians are spending more time seated than ever before. With many of us either still working from home, or under new flexible working arrangements, on top of spending more time at home, don’t let sitting become your new bad habit. Blog excerpt from Australian Chiropractors Association.
As well as seeking psychological support, herbal/nutritional medicine, diet and lifestyle factors can play a crucial role in supporting our nervous system, adrenals, and mood. There are numerous natural strategies that can help calm the mind and support anxiety. One great and vital place to start, is to look at what we are feeding our cells on a daily basis. So, here are 5 of my favourite nutrients to help support our nervous system, adrenals and mood.
This blog is dedicated to giving you 50 easy and accessible ways to help reduce your stress response and calm your mind and body. I always encourage my patients to take at least 1-2 points that resonate with you and start implementing them on a daily basis. Furthermore, I encourage you to dedicate at least 30 minutes each day to incorporating some relaxation/’me’ time - actually schedule it in to your day, prioritise it and make it happen. Read on for Nutmeg’s 50 ways to unwind…
Modern life demands a lot from us and can leave us feeling like we just don’t have enough energy to do all the things we need to do, let alone want to do. Fatigue, if common or long lasting, can really rob us of our enjoyment in life. It can lead to mood disturbances, muscles aches and pains and brain fog.
Phoebe Jobson from Nutmeg Naturopathy and Dr Lucy Bartlett (Chiro) from Nomad Chiropractic talk about all things STRESS and NERVOUS SYSTEM HEALTH. They share their knowledge and tips regarding what natural strategies we can be implementing to help nourish our nervous system and take control of our stress. In particular, Phoebe and Lucy focus on posture + spinal health and gut health, highlighting the vital role these areas play in our stress response.
