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Sunscreen For Summer 2023!

The sun is great especially for getting your source of vitamin D although during summer our Australian sun can be extremely harmful to us. This is why taking precautions over the summer holidays should be made to decrease the risk of sun damage. In this blog we will be talking about sunscreen and why it should be used!

Why Sunscreen?

Sunscreen is a fantastic way to keep covered by the sun! Studies show that uv rays find it hard to penetrate the skin and cause damage to the areas open to the sun. Sunscreen also stops you from getting burnt and significantly decreases your chances of developing skin cancers whilst being out in the sun having fun!

What Other Ways Protect Me From The Sun?

– Wearing a sun hat (bucket or brimmed hats)

– Wearing ling sleeve rash vests to the beach

– Finding shade outside

– Using tents and umbrellas at the beach

– Avoiding extremely hot days in the daytime

– Wearing Sunglasses

Remember spending time outdoors is great but only if you are doing it responsibly! Keep yourself in check when it comes to being SunSmart and be sure to stay hydrated over the Summer period!

If you are someone who is suffering from headaches, back aches or even a sporting injury our practitioners at The Melbourne Chiropractor are here to help! Contact us on 9302 1023 or book online today!

Our Locations

themelbournechiropractor.com.au

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Top 3 Ground Sports For Summer 2023!

Post author By Matthew Samartzis
Post date 12 January 2023
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Some of us love to go sightseeing and do things that require little to no equipment! Our bodies are designed to exert energy and power without needing assistance from a secondary source. Unlike water sport activities we don’t need to be weary of the dangers of going to deep or far past our comfort zones, although watching out for inclines and hidden potholes can be quite the problem!

Summer doesn’t have to be spent in the water it just has to be enjoyable for you! Water phobia is a real thing but even if you don’t suffer from it here are some fantastic ways to engage in some form of exercise over the Summer of 2023!

1- Walking/Running – This is the best way to exert energy and build up your stamina over a period of time by creating a training protocol. You don’t have to be a strong runner or even fit to get yourself started. Training in simple intervals such as, running 5 minutes and walking 5 minutes and repeating is a great way to get started!

2- Tennis – The Australian Open is around the corner and let’s be honest this a fantastic way to get you out and about for a social game with some friends! No matter the skill set tennis is a sport that can be played by all ages. If you are worried about not being as good as you first thought, get yourself a coach and maybe join the local club to get yourself going for this Summer 2023!

3- Bike Riding/Hiking – Both are great, one requires the use of equipment the other does not, but the great thing about it all is that it gets you up and moving. The great thing about hiking this summer is having the ability to travel to new places and see new things. It doesnt have to be a wild goose chase, it just has to be something that is comfortable for you! Bike Riding on the other hand is a less strenuous exercise as it requires less pressure onto the joints although is still a fantastic way to mobilise the hips!

Remember when engaging in any type of sport to keep yourself hydrated and slip slop slap over this summer! Sunscreen does more than just protect us from getting burnt, it can save our lives!

If you are currently experiencing any strains, sprains or back pains and are looking to put a stop to it, our team at The Melbourne Chiropractor at ready to get you sorted over this summer period!

Call us on 9302 1023 or book online today to schedule in an appointment with a chiropractor or remedial massage therapist at one of our 3 clinics!

Our Locations

themelbournechiropractor.com.au

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Top 3 Water Sports For Better Health This Summer 2023!

Post author By Matthew Samartzis
Post date 12 January 2023
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TMC-Water-Sports_jpg — What Are The Best Water Sports?

Water Sports are a great way of getting outdoors! Not only can they be quite challenging but they require a particular skillset that helps with mind/body connection. Water is also buoyant and can help decrease the pressure on the bodies joints as well as enabling for pain free movement in arthritic joints.

Being aware of your surroundings and taking into consideration your limits around water beforehand will help decrease the chances of injury and risk.

Top 3 Water Sports For Summer 2023!

1- Rowing – This is not only a great exercise for the back but uts quite strenuous on the cardiovascular system! This means that endurance plays a key factor in being able to move through the water for a period of time. Having the ability to train multiple areas of the body at once is a great way of getting started on your fitness journey and don’t forget to stay hydrated whilst doing it!

2- Swimming – Any type of swimming is a great start to improving your health and wellbeing. Be sure to have experience in swimming before travelling to far deep into water. If you are in a public pool stay within your limits and use a stroke that you do well without over exerting yourself!

3- Surfing – This is a great water sport if you are confident with waves and are already a strong swimmer. This requires not only to be able to swim through tough waters but also get onto a board and balance yourself without falling. This is allot to learn for beginners and usually the best way to get started would be getting a trainer or attending a group class to learn the ways of a seasoned surfer!

If you feel that water sports are not your thing there are always great ways to spend your summer on land based activities!

Have you got any headaches or sports injuries needing to be taken care of? Our Team at The Melbourne Chiropractor can help you out today! Call us on 9302 1023 or book online today and visit any of our 3 clinics in the northern suburbs!

Our Locations

themelbournechiropractor.com.au

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5 Ways To Kickstart Your 2023!

Post author By Matthew Samartzis
Post date 12 January 2023

Kickstart-2023-TMC_jpg — Kickstart Your 2023 Today!

Another new year another new years resolution… but the question is are you going to be engaging your time in things that make you enjoy and respect the process?

In this blog we will be talking about the 5 best ways to kickstart your 2023 and keep in mind not all of these involve fitness or self goals!

Creating time for yourself to plan and recuperate yourself. Allot of the times we tend to give ourselves no time to do things productive outside of work. The common Netflix & Chill is not a great way of spending your free time especially when things like washing, and cleaning need to be done. This can help decrease the cost of outsourcing for cleaners if they have been used before to “help” around the house.
Getting into a routine! This can be anything from fitness, work or sleep. The main thing we find with our patients is many either don’t sleep routinely and often feel tired throughout the day, this can lead to aches and pains as restlessness can set in. Pillows play a big part in your sleep so be sure to have a one that suits your body!
Cutting back on unwanted goods! Be sure to prioritize things that you need and not those things that you may want. This is a great analogy whether it is for dieting or saving money as a whole!
Learn new skills! Hobbies are fantastic don’t get us wrong but if you have grass to cut or hedges to trim now is the time to get your hands dirty and see how you can manage a few things on your own this year in 2023!
Improve your health and wellbeing! There are many ways of doing this. Joining the gym or going for a walk as an added daily activity can help supplement this. Another way would be seeing your health care practitioner. Whether it is a chiropractor or a remedial massage therapist both can help kickstart your 2023 in the right direction to becoming or even being pain free!

If you are someone who is currently suffering from any aches or pains here at The Melbourne Chiropractor our team of Chiropractors and Remedial Massage Therapists are here to get you back on track!

Give our clinic a call on 9302 1023 or book online today!

Our Locations

themelbournechiropractor.com.au

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5 Benefits Of A Hot Stone Massage!

Post author By Matthew Samartzis
Post date 13 December 2022

Hot Stone Massage is a technique that uses stones to create heat during soft tissue treatment

5 benefits of Hot Stone Massage!

– Decrease Stress

– Improve Sleep

– Alleviate Muscle Tension

– Increase Blood Flow

– Relaxation

Is Hot Stone Massage Better Than Remedial Massage?

Hot stone massage adds the element of heat which allows for relaxation although remedial massage allows for the reduction of tight knots throughout a muscle.

How Do I Know What Massage To Choose?

Depending on your goals of treatment will determine what massage is best. If your goal is relaxation then hot stone massage is a fantastic way of having that done. Although if you are looking at reducing tension throughout your muscular system and think that you are suffering from cramps and other aches and pains, then something like a remedial massage or deep tissue massage will be allot more effective!

Why Not Do Both?

Thankfully at our clinic our practitioners use both hot stone and deep tissue techniques together to get the best results! With the added heat to help with relaxation and the effect of deep tissue on tight muscle our practitioners are able to eliminate muscle stiffness!

If you are looking for a qualified remedial massage therapist our team are able to help!

You can book your first appointment online or call 0302 1023 to find out more.

Our Locations

themelbournechiropractor.com.au

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Sleeping Positions… What’s Best For You?

Post author By Matthew Samartzis
Post date 8 December 2022
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Sleeping positions vary differently from person to person and this is why finding the most effective way to get yourself to sleep is an easy way of making you healthier.

Our main goal as chiropractors is to ensure that you are using your body as effectively as possible to remove the possibility of injury from the equation.

Sleeping for us plays a big part in whether or not you will be experiencing neck or back pain aswell as the common tension headache.

In this blog we will give you an insight into what sleeping position will best suit your circumstances!

What Types Of Sleeping Positions Are There?

Theoretically speaking there are really only 3 types of sleeping positions. These include on your back, on your side and on your stomach.

What Should I Avoid When Sleeping?

The main things to avoid is sleeping on your arm or in a foetal like position as this will compress the joints and make things uncomfortable. Sleeping on your stomach should also be avoided. The reasoning behind this is because the body is in an awkward position especially when using a pillow as when the body isn’t parallel it can cause unwanted tension.

What Symptoms Can I Develop From An Incorrect Sleeping Position?

– Tight Shoulders

– Sore Neck

– Headaches

– Body Aches

– Low Back Pain

– Hip Tightness

How Can I Find The Correct Sleeping Position For Me?

The ideal sleeping position comes down to what is most comfortable to you. If you are a back sleeper it is ideal to have a low profile pillow so that the curves of the spine are not accentuated and causing any type of neck strains or other body aches. If you are a side sleeper and this feels comfortable be sure to have a pillow that is not to low and not to high but just right. Your neck should be held comfortably without any added stress to the region. Other variations of sleeping such as having a pillow between the legs may help with comfort especially with those who are suffering from low back pains

If you are someone who is currently waking up sore from bed and looking for someone to help. Our team of experienced and qualified practitioners are here to help!

You can book online or call 9302 1023 to schedule in your first appointment today!

Our Locations

themelbournechiropractor.com.au

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Fawkner Remedial Massage Therapy

Post author By Matthew Samartzis
Post date 7 December 2022

The Melbourne Chiropractor in Fawkner is now offering remedial massage!

Our Fawkner practice has Remedial Massage services to cater for those suffering from a range of musculoskeletal conditions.

Our qualified practitioners also have experience in pregnancy massage, hot stones, dry needling, deep tissue therapy and cupping therapy services.

Remedial Massage techniques involve deep tissue therapy targeting areas of stress throughout the entire body!

The main use of remedial massage is to target areas causing pain. This includes areas that are cramping, causing muscle aches and many other pains such as neck and shoulder pain!

If you are currently dealing with low back pains or headaches our qualified remedial massage therapists are able to assess and treat your area of concern! For more information you can visit themelbournechiropractor.com.au to find out more about our chiropractors and other conditions we can help treat!

You can book online at either one of our 3 clinics in Broadmeadows, Westmeadows or Fawkner with a male or female practitioner of your choice!

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Are Deadlift’s Killing Your Gains?

Post author By Matthew Samartzis
Post date 4 December 2022
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‘I hurt my back deadlifting’

‘I don’t want to deadlift, I’ll hurt my back’

The deadlift is one of the most powerful compound exercises when executed correctly. It engages multiple muscles of the upper/lower body and anterior/posterior chain. This makes the Deadlift one of the best way to build overall body strength

The Deadlift is quite a functional exercise and can be translated to everyday tasks such as lifting up children and other objects

The Deadlift requires deep control and stabilisation of the abdominal, gluteal, pelvic and lumbar spine musculature. Studies show that because of this, deadlifts can be beneficial in the prevention and reduction of low back pain

Deadlift injuries are due to improper technique and too much weight lifted, NOT because of the exercise itself. It is important to build up to a barbell Deadlift through other progressive exercises. This will help perfect the technique and prevent injury

Here are a couple of progressive Deadlift exercises you can perform to help perfect your technique

Hip Hinge with Dowel
Raised Kettlebell Deadlift
Normal Kettlebell Deadlift
Barbell Deadlift

Remember to consult a healthcare professional before commencing these exercises

If you are someone that is currently suffering from a sudden ache or pain due to a gym incident our experienced team of chiropractors or remedial massage therapists may be able to help you out today!

You can book online at either one of our 3 clinics in Broadmeadows, Westmeadows or Fawkner with a male or female practitioner of your choice!

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How Can You Improve Your Postural Wellbeing?

Post author By Matthew Samartzis
Post date 1 December 2022
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Poor Posture is a blanket term used for many different types of postural issues or distortions.

Not one type of posture is the same and this comes down to the fact that everyone uses their bodies differently depending on lifestyle habits and choices!

Because of this it is common for our team of chiropractors to see different aches and pains that have risen due to poor posture.

In this blog we will list the 5 ways in which poor posture can affect your wellbeing and how you can improve them for the better!

1- Decreased flexibility and mobility

2 – Increased risk of injury and pain

3 – Decreased Breathing Capacity

4 – Reduction in height due to increased kyphosis

5 – Increased stress

How Can You Improve Your Postural Wellbeing?

When our body is put into a strained position for long periods in awkward positions we should be mindful of this. By making the changes earlier on and using ergonomic seating protocols and ensuring long hours of seating be prohibited we will find a decrease in overall tightness by the end of the work day.

Engaging in a workout regime and getting the body moving is always a great way of getting started with your postural wellbeing. Any type of movement which involves the expenditure of energy will keep you motovated to do more throughout your day.

Being mindful of lifting technique on the job site is always a simple way of making sure you don’t aggravate or hurt yourself. When the damage is done it is hard to go back hence why when things get severe most health professionals may only be able to manage your pains!

If you are someone that is suffering from a sudden ache or an uncomfortable headache our experienced team of chiropractors or remedial massage therapists may be able to help you out today!

You can book online at either one of our 3 clinics in Broadmeadows, Westmeadows or Fawkner with a male or female practitioner of your choice!

themelbournechiropractor.com.au

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