The body content of your post goes here. To edit this text, click on it and delete this default text and start typing your own or paste your own from a different source. The post ‘Every Spine Counts’ this World Spine Day! first appeared on CLAYFIELD CHIROPRACTIC ..read more

Headaches can stop you from making the most of life. What could be causing your headache? There are different types of headaches, that could be caused by dehydration, posture, stress, too much sitting, lying in awkward positions or using the wrong pillow. One type of headache is migraine, which affects 4.9 million Australians1, which can impact on their general health and wellbeing. Other types of headaches can arise from your neck, stress or be associated with women’s monthly cycles. Some people think headaches are a normal part of life, I know I did before I started chiropractic care. Pain m ..read more

Headaches can stop you from making the most of life. Did you know that Australians average 10 hours and 24 minutes using devices connected to the internet every day?1 Our necks are held in lots of different positions each day. Using mobile phones, tablets, other types of screens and even sleeping and relaxing on the lounge put our necks in awkward positions. Up to 50% of people have neck pain at some stage of their lives.2 General practitioners average about 7 patients a week with neck pain.3 Here are some ways that you can help or prevent neck pain – ·        ..read more

The weather at this time of year is fantastic for an adventure with your family and friends in our beautiful part of the world. All the long weekends give us a bit more time to travel outside our local area to stretch our legs, breath the fresh air and create memories with our loved ones. Your posture and back can be affected by spending too much time in front of devices playing games, checking out social media or binge-watching Netflix and Stan. Sitting too long, especially with your head held forward looking at small screens or slouching on the couch, can affect the natural curves in your sp ..read more

Almost half of all Australians work at a desk. Covid-19 saw many of us working from home at “make-do” workstations. In our office, we saw a lot of people who had had a recurrence or new spinal pain associated with working at desks or kitchen tables that were not designed for these purposes. Now that some of us are returning to our offices in some form, let us review how to look after your spine in your office, whether this is at home still or in your employers’ office. Having your computer set up optimally and watching your seated position can really help to improve your comfort both at the of ..read more

February is the month we express our love to our special people. How about sharing the love with yourself, especially your spine! As they say, you cannot love others until you love yourself. A healthy spine helps you to spend quality time with your loved ones and even supports you when you give them a hug, so here are some tips to help love your spine as well. A Romantic Walk on the Beach Anyone who has been on a dating site will remember that walking hand in hand with a special someone is high on most people’s reasons for wanting a partner. A walk on the beach, or anywhere else, alone or with ..read more

For the first time in 10 years, the World Health Organisation (WHO) have reviewed guidelines for physical activity. These changes continue to recommend physical activity for maintaining good health and reducing the chances of chronic disease (such as obesity, diabetes, heart disease, asthma, high blood pressure or cholesterol). Lack of activity, tobacco use and obesity contribute to Australian deaths annually and are risk factors for disease. For the first time the WHO guidelines emphasise the risks of a sedentary lifestyle. They recommend that adults get up regularly to move around and that s ..read more

Spring has sprung! The storms are here, and the temperature is warming up. Look at those Jacarandas! Amazing. I love springtime in Brisbane. If you’re making the most of this weather, before it gets too hot and the Holiday Season is upon us, here are a few tips to help look after your spine whilst you’re in the garden or spring cleaning the house. In the spring garden Such a wonderful time to be in the garden! The results are quickly seen with the fast growth and flowers blooming. Be aware of the heavy objects that need moving. Use your legs to do the lifting. Bend your knees when space allow ..read more

Did you know that about 1/3 of your life, you spend sleeping? Wouldn’t it be great if how you slept helped, rather than hindered your spine’s health? It is important that the way you sleep helps your body to get the best rest to help it to heal and regenerate. Awkward sleeping positions can affect your sleep quality and health in general. It can cause back and neck pain which can affect your posture. This may result in tiredness, muscle cramps and other health concerns. Four out of ten people are not getting enough sleep, but a good sleeping position can help you get a better night’s sleep, wh ..read more

COVID-19 Also known as CORONAVIRUS With the recent media hype and general chaos caused by the recent outbreak of Coronavirus, we thought we would look into it a little deeper and keep you guys updated. What is it? COVID-19 is an infectious disease recently discovered in China, in December 2019. It is known to cause respiratory infections, such as pneumonia. This is partly why the vast majority of serious consequences from the disease have occurred in the vulnerable population, eg the elderly. So, how is it spread? This is an evolving answer, but it is known to spread from person to person thro ..read more