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Common Injuries For Older Australians

This month celebrates ‘International Day of Older Persons and here at Body In Balance Chiropractic, we love to celebrate all our awesome older patients! But, let’s face it, growing old is not always sunshine and rainbows International Day of Older Persons is a very special day. It serves as an important reminder to educate ourselves on some common ailments that come with age and how to prevent them. After all, a morning regiment of painkillers should not be the norm. .

Why Is My Neck Sore All The Time?

A common question we get asked at Body In Balance Chiropractic is “why is my neck sore all of the time?”. You can rejoice in knowing that you’re not alone, and that there is a solution! Neck pain is becoming even more present in modern life, with handheld devices and increased workplace stressors playing major roles in the frequency and severity of the issue. .

Stress: How Your Fight Or Flight Mode Could Be Dangerous!

The subconscious reaction called the fight or flight mode is a primal mechanism that served ancient civilisations with the stamina needed to escape the jaws of a dangerous predator. Now, us humans are the most dangerous species! So why do we still have a need for this fight or flight response? .

Tools Down For Tradies National Health Month

Calling all tradies! It’s important as a tradesman or tradeswoman to look after your tools and equipment. Afterall, they can be expensive to replace! But perhaps the most important tools to a tradie are your health and body! They are the tools that allow you to continue your job safely and ones that aren’t easily replaceable.

Welcome to our August blog. This month is ‘Tradies National Health Month’. This blog we're focusing on a tradie’s most important asset: their body!

Text Neck – Could You Have A Tail On Your Spine?

If you find yourself using your phone very frequently or for long periods of time, you could have a tail growing on your spine. Yes, you read that right!

Ok, ok, so that is the sensationalised headline coming from the media, but the research is real. According to a 2018 study, a number of young people were reported to have a boney growth on the back of their skulls.

Sleep Posture: It’s Important!

We can often harm our spine without even realising it or being conscious for that matter! Our posture while sleeping can impact how well we rest and how comfortably we rise. We generally spend a third of our life sleeping, so we better learn to do it well!

Core Strength And The Spine – A Close Relationship!

Has your Chiropractor ever told you that you need to strengthen your core? No, they’re not insulting your six pack. The core is actually key to good spinal health! Here at Body In Balance Chiropractic we place priority on proactive care, with your core being a major factor when it comes to how happy (or sad) your spine may be feeling!

Putting A Stop To Incontinence

Do you leak when you laugh? Hello everyone, and welcome to our June blog! This month we are raising awareness for the 5 million+ Australians who experience bladder or bowel incontinence. Yes, it really is THAT common! This can be a very debilitating condition, but unfortunately a lot of people suffer in silence through fear of speaking out, due to the embarrassing nature of the problem.

Five Tips For Digestive Bliss

It’s bowel cancer awareness month, so we’re here to give you tips on how to keep your digestive system healthy, so you can be the best human you can be and reduce the risk of disease.