{"id":1005,"date":"2024-05-01T05:54:25","date_gmt":"2024-05-01T05:54:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/themelbournechiropractor.com.au\/blog\/?p=1005"},"modified":"2024-05-01T05:56:21","modified_gmt":"2024-05-01T05:56:21","slug":"chiropractors-more-than-just-bone-crackers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/themelbournechiropractor.com.au\/blog\/chiropractors-more-than-just-bone-crackers\/","title":{"rendered":"Chiropractors More Than Just “Bone Crackers”?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

We like to think that chiropractic care is much more than an in-clinic physical treatment. It is about health, wellness and happiness.<\/a>
In the long run, we are helping your spine and muscles to change bad habits. Many postural problems are caused by strain and stress in everyday life<\/a>. Although the human body is designed for daily activities like walking and standing, modern day lifestyles with sedentary desk jobs<\/a> or mobile devices have presented new challenges. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When chiropractors help free up \u201cstuck\u201d joints<\/a>, your spine and joints will be able to adapt to daily stress more effectively.
Don\u2019t get us wrong, bad habits might not be the cause for all your problems, but they can more likely worsen your condition or aggravate your pain!<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Chiropractic care keeps you moving!<\/a> Movement is an important part of staying healthy. After your chiropractic treatments, most people find it easier to move their joints. When the spine is in better
alignment, tension around the joints and muscles can be reduced hence people can enjoy their day with freer movements and minimal discomfort.
You may also notice that you have better awareness of changes to your physical wellbeing. By working closely with a chiropractor to reduce your chronic pain and overall body functioning, you tend to be better able to sense when something is not quite right. For example, you will notice restrictions in your movements much sooner than you would if you struggled with daily stiffness and discomfort<\/a>.
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Chiropractors<\/a> are trained and equipped with more gentle techniques to help with neuro-musculoskeletal issues in pregnant women<\/a>, people with osteoporosis<\/a> and infants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


What can you do outside of a chiropractic office?<\/strong>
While we work together in your appointment, treatment does not usually end there. There are also the things you can do on your own to help your body stay healthy and promote faster recovery<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some examples are:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Increase water intake to help reduce inflammation in your body<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Become aware of your body positions and posture<\/a> (pay attention to the way you look at your
    devices)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Not sleeping on your belly as this will create more stress in your neck or pelvis<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Keeping up with your prescribed exercises to maintain your flexibility and strength in joints<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Take a 5-minute walk<\/a> after your adjustments to improve your response to chiropractic care<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    There are so much more a chiropractor can help and advise on your health concerns. Our chiropractors are ready to help anyone that prioritizes good health and a pain free lifestyle.
    We are open 7 days a week till late (and even on most public holidays).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    We like to think that chiropractic care is much more than an in-clinic physical treatment. It is about health, wellness and happiness.In the long run, we are helping your spine and muscles to change bad habits. Many postural problems are caused by strain and stress in everyday life. 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