The sad news about spinal injuries is that they occur easily and are therefore very common. Today, an estimated 15,000 people are living with spinal injuries in Australia. These types of injuries are mostly caused by different forms of trauma. Read on to see if you are at risk of spinal injury. Recent trauma People under the age of 65 experience spinal injuries from motor vehicle accidents more than any other age group. If you have recently had a motor vehicle trauma but have not received medical attention from a doctor, contact a doctor and make an appointment immediately. Though…

While working from home can be convenient, it can also be a pain in the neck (and back). As a result of working from home during the coronavirus pandemic, we’ve seen a huge spike in chiropractic injuries, such as neck, shoulder, and back strain. If you don’t have a proper ergonomic office set up or are using a computer on a regular table or countertop, you may notice your posture and muscle strain taking a hit. It's important to keep putting your health first while keeping your daily habits normal and productive. Follow these tips for taking care of yourself,…

Your feet are the foundation of your body, they help keep you upright and keep you moving. Loss of mobility due to foot injuries and problems can affect your physical health in a number of ways. If your feet hurt, or you have difficulty moving or exercising, this can result in a sedentary lifestyle, weight gain, and difficulties with your posture and circulation. When our physical health is affected by poor foot health, our mental health can also be affected. Reduced exercise and mobility, increase pain and subsequent injuries can lead to stress, depression and an increased sense of isolation.…

It is widely known that the older we get, the more we have body aches and pains. That is why many people associate old age with back pain. However, the good news is that ageing does not cause back pain. Rather, back pain comes from issues such as previous injuries and spinal infection. How to prevent back pain when you are older Your ideal time to prevent back pain in the future is when you are still young. Turning 70 is not a long time away. Here are easy steps you can take to protect your back today and later.…

It can be alarming if you start to experience back pain or neck pain with no obvious cause. For many people, their posture can be the explanation for their neck or back pain. Here we explain some of the ways that poor posture can put a strain on your body and what you can do about it. What is posture? Put simply, posture is the way that you hold your body. Dynamic posture refers to how you hold yourself whilst you’re moving, static posture refers to how you hold yourself when you are still. If your posture is the cause…

When back pain gets chronic, the pain can pressure you into counterproductive behaviour. Chronic backache comes in various degrees of discomfort. If you indulge in easing chronic back pain the wrong way, you will only worsen the situation and prolong both the pain and your back pain treatment. Here are 4 of the most prevalent mistakes people make when struggling with chronic back pain. 1. Skipping exercise If you completely cut out exercise whilst experiencing chronic back pain, your recovery journey will be harder and longer. Brief and gentle exercises help to maintain your strength and overall flexibility. You can…

Even with the perfect ergonomic set up, and awareness of your posture, you can still experience pain while sitting at your desk. By regularly following the three simple steps below, you can reduce pain while at work. 1. Back pain Regular, gentle stretching can help to alleviate back pain. While seated at your desk, try crossing your arms and placing your hands on your shoulders. Gently turn from your waist to the left, as far as you can, back to the centre, then to the right as far as you can and back to the centre. Repeat several times. 2.…

It seemed to happen in the blink of an eye: millions of office workers in Australia transitioned to working from home. And almost as quickly, workers began to experience an increase in headaches and neck pain. By following the three simple steps below, you can improve your work-from-home setup and decrease the frequency of your headaches and neck pain. 1. Reduce your screen time An increase in video conferences and email communication has resulted in a significant rise in screen time. For some, staring at a computer screen increases the amount and frequency of their headaches, neck tension and pain.…

We often associate shoes with style. But foot health and footwear are closely linked, and you might be walking your way to a podiatry problem without even realising it. One size doesn’t fit all Did you know that your feet aren’t always the same size? On a hot day after exercising, or even toward the evening, our feet tend to swell. It’s important to shop for shoes when your feet are at their largest, to prevent the fit from being too tight. From painful blisters to unsightly bunions, having shoes that are too small can lead to an abundance of…

Many pregnant women complain of back pain, which is unsurprising as pregnancy involves gaining weight and growing a larger belly, which changes your centre of gravity. During this time, your body produces relaxin, a hormone which relaxes your pelvis joints and ligaments, affecting your spine. Let’s look at five tips you can explore to relieve your back issues during pregnancy. 1. Practice good posture During pregnancy, your centre of gravity shifts forward as your baby grows. When you lean back to balance your posture, it strains your lower back muscles. You should practice good posture by habitually standing up tall…