The Difference Between Cracking Your Joints and Getting Adjusted by a Chiropractor As a chiropractor, one of the most common things I hear from patients is, “I can crack my own back, so why do I need to see a chiropractor?” While it’s understandable to want quick relief from stiffness or discomfort, there’s a significant…
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Football (AFL, NFL and soccer), are sports that demands peak physical performance and places tremendous strain on the bodies of its players. From explosive sprints to bone-jarring tackles, footballers face many challenges that can lead to musculoskeletal issues. In this high-intensity environment, maintaining optimal physical health and performance is paramount. One avenue that has gained…
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In the pursuit of health and fitness, it’s easy to fall into the trap of “more is better” when it comes to exercise. Many believe that pushing harder, going longer, and sweating more will always improve well-being. However, as a chiropractor with a focus on holistic health, I’ve seen firsthand the consequences of too much…
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As a chiropractor, I encounter a multitude of musculoskeletal issues in my practice, and one of the most common yet often misunderstood conditions is Sacroiliac Joint (SIJ) pain. The SIJ, located at the base of the spine, plays a crucial role in connecting the pelvis to the lower spine. When this joint becomes painful or…
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Tradesmen and women, or “tradies” as they’re affectionately known, are the backbone of many industries. Whether you’re a carpenter, electrician, plumber, or any other trade professional, you know that your job often involves physical labour and long hours on your feet. With this hard work comes the risk of injuries, from the minor strains to…
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Are you the posture prawn? Im sure many of us can relate to the below image, lets be honest we are all guilty of it at one point or another even me. I want to talk about some ways of improving our posture and spinal health at large but first, there are also a few…
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Are you one of the many people who wake every morning with neck pain, shoulder pain or headaches? It might be time to change your pillow. Fun fact: Did you know your pillow should be changed every 12 months to 2 years? A pillow should provide proper support to your head and neck while you…
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Babies, children, and teenagers can benefit greatly from Chiropractic care. Having grown up in a chiropractic household, Dr Matthew Gooch is a strong advocate of receiving chiropractic care throughout all stages of life. Pediatric Chiropractic care is tailored to individual needs just like all Chiropractic care we provide at Shannon Avenue Chiropractic. “In Australia, chiropractors…
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Facet Syndrome and Facet Arthropathy An Overview: The joints connecting each of your vertebrae are known as facet joints, these are located at the rear of your spine. Facet Syndrome is where the joint becomes inflamed or irritated, restricting healthy/normal movement of the spinal column. Patients will experience pain and reduced movement in the affected…
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