We are thrilled to announce our very own Sydney chiropractor, Dr Chris Agius, has been honoured with the Chiropractic Association of Australia (NSW) award for Teaching and Learning 2015. On top of practising full time in the Back to Basics Clinics, Chris also co-convenes the chiropractic skills subject for the 1st year Masters of Chiropractic …
Recently we’ve discovered a young girl doing extraordinary things. At the tender age of 11 Juliette has created a lemonade stand to raise money for research into Motor Neurone Disease. This is a cause that is very close to our hearts and we simply had share with you Juliette’s story as told by her mother. …
The Chiropractors’ Association of Australia supports evidence from the British Medical Journal, which suggests non-pharmacological treatments such as spinal care are safer and more effective than paracetamol for back pain and osteoarthritis. Spokesperson Dr Billy Chow, Chiropractor, said “It is a positive reflection on Australia’s health care system to take notice of this latest research …
Day to day our backs endure a lot. From simple tasks to keeping our bodies upright with proper posture, to lifting heavy objects or even more complex things depending on our occupations. If our back muscles are weak we become much more susceptible to back pain and even injury, however simple back exercises may minimise …
One of the most exciting things about getting back into the routine of the New Year is that we get a kick start on our favourite sports. Whether you go to the gym, play in a sporting team or just run up and down the sideline cheering your kids on, sport is great way to …
Using heat or ice when you become injured is a cost effective ways of reducing pain and assisting in the healing process. However, there is often a lot of confusion around when to use each method and incorrect use can prolong the pain and the healing process. Below, we will discuss the benefits of both …
Health and Fitness Goals by Personal Trainer Marie Esteban 1. Set clear goals Setting health and fitness goals helps you to create an achievable health plan, track your progress and modify situations as they arise (holidays, special events etc). Health goals could include: Participate in an organized fun run; walk or bike ride; increase strength; …
Pins and Needles, or Paresthesia as it is correctly named, is a strange sensation of tingling or prickling which is most commonly felt in the hands and feet. We’ve all experienced it at least once, where a body part has ‘fallen asleep’ after we’ve unknowingly had too much pressure on it and caused the blood …
Keep your Spine Healthy this festive season! With the festive season fast approaching, it is a time for celebration, relaxation and letting your hair down. Unfortunately this period can also take a toll on our bodies in some cases effecting our spine and nervous system. This could be the result of indulging in a little …
Scoliosis and your child Many adult spinal disorders arise from undetected adolescent problems. One of the most debilitating and also most common spinal disorders is scoliosis. Scoliosis is the unnatural lateral curvature of the spine. A mild scoliosis is said it occur in 50% of the population and usually does not require any specific treatment, …
Do you suffer from headaches? Because headaches are so common, most people think that getting a headache is a normal part of life. This is simply not true. Headaches are a sign that something is wrong. If the bones in the neck are not supporting your head properly, this can affect the nerves, muscles and …
