Why do I have neck and back pain?? |
| Stretching your pectoral and upper trapezius muscles help alleviate pain and discomfort in your neck and mid back region allowing you to sit down with improved posture. Our practitioners are happy to show you how to stretch your tight muscles, next time you have a treatment. We also offer... EXERCISE GROUP FITNESS CLASSES EVERY SATURDAY! |  |
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When Should You See An Allied Health Professional at ChiroCure Clinic!?
| ABOUT There are many different symptoms/problems that indicate it may be suitable to come in and see an allied health professional. This post will recognise some of the most common problems we see and how Massage therapy, Chiropractic Care and Osteopathic Treatment from the team at the ChiroCure Clinic may help! What Are Some Common Problems? There are many different symptoms that people can experience before seeing an allied health professional. Some of the most common problems we see:
| How Can These Signs Impact Your Daily Activities? One of the most common problems both our Osteopaths & Chiropractors see are individuals with low back pain and stiffness. This can affect how you perform at work. Depending on the symptoms you are experiencing it can have an influence on other aspects of your life including:
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How Can The ChiroCure Clinic Team Help With These Issues?
At the ChiroCure Clinic we provide evidence-based treatment protocols that focus on improving the musculoskeletal system to help with the pain and discomfort people experience. This is accomplished by using different techniques and modalities of treatment based on patient requirements.
Our experienced Chiropractors, Osteopaths and Massage Therapists will complete a thorough assessment of your condition / problem to ensure we know exactly how we are able to help. Our approach to treatment may include manual adjustments, handheld adjustments, manual assisted techniques, soft tissue techniques, rehabilitation exercises & personalised rehab manuals, depending on your problem/s and allied health professional you are with!
At the ChiroCure Clinic we provide evidence-based treatment protocols that focus on improving the musculoskeletal system to help with the pain and discomfort people experience. This is accomplished by using different techniques and modalities of treatment based on patient requirements.
Our experienced Chiropractors, Osteopaths and Massage Therapists will complete a thorough assessment of your condition / problem to ensure we know exactly how we are able to help. Our approach to treatment may include manual adjustments, handheld adjustments, manual assisted techniques, soft tissue techniques, rehabilitation exercises & personalised rehab manuals, depending on your problem/s and allied health professional you are with!
How Does Osteopathy & Chiropractic Help With Your Pain? Dr. Matt Explains
ABOUT PAIN
Pain is our body’s mechanism of alerting us when there is something we are doing wrong for our bodies. Meaning that if we want to continue to operate to the best of our abilities, we must create a change in both our habits and behaviours. If we do not, the pain can return and at times worse than before!
As pain disappears and the body begins to feel like it's as good as new again the question is… What will you be doing differently next time to avoid this pain!?
If the answer is NOTHING, then using osteopathic or chiropractic treatment to your advantage to help decrease the severity of flare ups/relapses is ideal! Why? Because many of the injuries we manage are caused by poor posture and overuse injuries! We offer the rehabilitation needed to overcome these issues!
Pain is our body’s mechanism of alerting us when there is something we are doing wrong for our bodies. Meaning that if we want to continue to operate to the best of our abilities, we must create a change in both our habits and behaviours. If we do not, the pain can return and at times worse than before!
As pain disappears and the body begins to feel like it's as good as new again the question is… What will you be doing differently next time to avoid this pain!?
If the answer is NOTHING, then using osteopathic or chiropractic treatment to your advantage to help decrease the severity of flare ups/relapses is ideal! Why? Because many of the injuries we manage are caused by poor posture and overuse injuries! We offer the rehabilitation needed to overcome these issues!
HOW OSTEOPATHY & CHIROPRACTIC TREATMENT CAN HELP!?
The Chiropractic and Osteopathic team at the ChiroCure Clinic understand that pain is best managed by creating long term changes! Firstly, the pain needs to be alleviated with adjustive techniques or low force techniques to the spine, soft tissue massage to the surrounding musculature and accompanied by an exercise regime to help make the changes needed to influence bad habits and behaviours!
Many of our patients seek Chiropractic or Osteopathy care for conditions such as headaches, neck pain, back pain, sports injury and postural related issues! By creating a change to your musculoskeletal system, it will enable you to function to the best of your abilities.
If you are seeking treatment which will help restore your structural and functional health our chiropractors and osteopaths at the ChiroCure Clinic are here to help get you back on track!
The Chiropractic and Osteopathic team at the ChiroCure Clinic understand that pain is best managed by creating long term changes! Firstly, the pain needs to be alleviated with adjustive techniques or low force techniques to the spine, soft tissue massage to the surrounding musculature and accompanied by an exercise regime to help make the changes needed to influence bad habits and behaviours!
Many of our patients seek Chiropractic or Osteopathy care for conditions such as headaches, neck pain, back pain, sports injury and postural related issues! By creating a change to your musculoskeletal system, it will enable you to function to the best of your abilities.
If you are seeking treatment which will help restore your structural and functional health our chiropractors and osteopaths at the ChiroCure Clinic are here to help get you back on track!
Dr Matthew Samartzis
Dr Matthew is one of experienced chiropractors at ChiroCure Clinic StKilda. He has a specific interest in the treatment and management of sports injuries, degenerative conditions and acute pain presentations including headache & low back pain. Dr. Matthew is passionate about providing holistic care that includes manual adjusting.
Should you see a
Chiropractor or an Osteopath?
| CHIROPRACTOR Chiropractors are an allied health professional who will care for patients who experience neuro-musculoskeletal problems such as joints, muscles and nerves. Musculoskeletal conditions can include (but not limited to) headaches, neck pain. back pain, vertigo sports type injuries and more. Most Chiropractors use spinal manipulation techniques to adjust patients and help alleviate pain symptoms to help normalize function of the spine and the nervous system. Chiropractors are also trained professionals in providing patients with movements, stretches and lifestyle advice to avoid future aches and pains and decrease relapses. Our Chiropractors at the ChiroCure Clinic are driven on reaching your healthcare goals by alleviating symptoms and restoring function to the body. As we begin with a focus on pain that an individual is experiencing, people along the way report several other changes in their overall health and wellbeing from Chiropractic Care! | OSTEOPATH Osteopaths are an allied health professional who cares for patients who experience musculoskeletal system problems such as the bones, muscles, and other tissues that support the body and control bodily movement. When it comes to treating patients’ manual techniques, such as articulations, spinal manipulation and soft tissue massage/muscle stretches may be completed. Our Osteopath has a driven focus in areas such as neck pain, back pain, sciatica, shoulder pain and sports injuries! |
Regardless of who you choose you will be cared for by the professional to the best of their ability!
Often the best choice comes down to patient preference.
The team at the ChiroCure Clinic are always here to help you with any questions over the phone and will let you know if Chiropractic care or Osteopathic care is suitable for your requirements!
Feel open to Contact Us!
ChiroCure Clinic is open sat & sun for appointments!
Saturday appointments 8am - 6pm
Chiropractic, Osteopathy, Massage, Dryneedling, Pregnancy Massage
Our Chiropractors - Dr. Jen and Dr. Matthew are available in the StKilda Clinic for Saturday appointments, along with our Osteopath Dr. Sebastien, for both new patients and return visits. Our Massage therapists are also available all day for weekend appointment bookings.
Sunday appointments 9am - 5pm
Chiropractic, Massage, Myotherapy, Pregnancy Chiropractic, Paediatric care
If you ever need treatment on a Sunday - Dr. Emily and Dr. Tania our Chiropractors are here for you!
They work along side - Dani, Alisa & Claudia our Massage Therapists, and accept new patients and return visits over the weekend.
Chiropractic, Osteopathy, Massage, Dryneedling, Pregnancy Massage
Our Chiropractors - Dr. Jen and Dr. Matthew are available in the StKilda Clinic for Saturday appointments, along with our Osteopath Dr. Sebastien, for both new patients and return visits. Our Massage therapists are also available all day for weekend appointment bookings.
Sunday appointments 9am - 5pm
Chiropractic, Massage, Myotherapy, Pregnancy Chiropractic, Paediatric care
If you ever need treatment on a Sunday - Dr. Emily and Dr. Tania our Chiropractors are here for you!
They work along side - Dani, Alisa & Claudia our Massage Therapists, and accept new patients and return visits over the weekend.
Clinic Phone (03)9013 5133
Online bookings @ chirocure.net
Online bookings @ chirocure.net
Massage Treatment Explained...
Our Massage Therapists are highly skilled, knowledgeable & qualified practitioners that offer a range of massage services & techniques specific to your presentation. With many years of clinical experience, they are excited to help support your body & health. Treatment is suitable for patients of all ages.
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Massage styles we offer:
- Remedial Massage
- Deep tissue
- Myotherapy
- Thai Massage
- Dry Needling
- Reflexology
- Cupping
- Relaxation
- Shiatsu
- Sports therapy
- Pregnancy specific massage
​What is Fibromyalgia?
Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain condition that often causes debilitating pain and associated symptoms including emotional stress and headaches.
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7 common symptoms of fibromyalgia, and how we can help!!
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#1 Chronic Pain
Fibromyalgia patients experience a condition known as central sensitisation. This means that the body is constantly in a state of wind-up where stimuli are perceived as far more painful than they should be. Central sensitisation causes the body to categorise non-dangerous stimuli as dangerous, leading to widespread pain in the body. #2 Overwhelming Sensory Responses For fibromyalgia patients touch is not the only sense that is easily overwhelmed, you may also experience changes in sight, smell, and hearing. Thus, a loud noise, bright lights, or pungent odour may prove exhausting, or trigger a flare-up in symptoms. Unfortunately, sensory overload is often unavoidable for a fibromyalgia patient. #3 Extreme Exhaustion The exhaustion associated with fibromyalgia can be debilitating. Exhaustion may be caused from the stress of dealing with pain on a continual basis. This may in turn cause sleeping problems. incorrect sleeping posture or pillow support - we can help you with this at the clinic. #4 Difficulty Sleeping For someone suffering from fibromyalgia, sleep problems can result in a debilitating cycle. Lack of sleep actually causes a person to experience higher pain levels. However, that pain can also make it difficult to sleep. Our practitioners can offer recommendations on lifestyle changes that may help improve sleep habits, including therapeutic pillows and sleep posture. We can also offer support to help you find your best environment for sleep. 
#5 Associated Conditions
​Research has found a link between fibromyalgia and an increased risk of IBS - irritable bowel syndrome. Patients may also be at greater risk of suffering from emotional conditions including depression and anxiety. Whether the pain or uncertainty of the fibromyalgia symptoms and create negative effects in a patients social life, personal life or career. #6 Cognitive Symptoms For many fibromyalgia patients, this can be one of the toughest parts of the condition to deal with. Pain can make it difficult to focus. This can affect both work and home life. Short-term memory issues and information retention problems are common. You may wander the house for half an hour looking for your keys only to forget what you needed to go to the store for in the first place. It can be tough to explain to family and friends what it is like to feel as though you are in a fog at all times. #7 Chronic Headaches or Migraines Fibromyalgia patients are at risk of experiencing for more frequent migraines or headaches, including tension headaches, as chronic pain and stress can lead to tension in the neck and shoulders and spine. Our practitioners can help with specific treatment techniques and home care exercises to relax the muscles around your tension areas. |
Treatment options...
​Our practitioners can offer you chiropractic, osteopathy and remedial massage treatments to help manage your condition and symptoms.
Our Chiropractors and Osteopaths will focus treatment around the cervical region, specifically the top two bones in the neck, being the C1 and C2 vertebrae, as well as the cranial region. ​ To learn if upper our cervical specific treatment is the right option for you, please come and see us at ChiroCure Clinic in StKilda. Our therapists will take a patient history and perform a physical examination. We may refer you to have some diagnostic imaging, which may help to determine the degree and location and extent of any upper cervical misalignments that are present. We will discusstreatment options and a plan of care can be determined to meet your specific needs. |
ChiroCure Clinic will remain open for the duration of this second lockdown period.
Our practitioners will be available to patients for all treatments via appointment booking.
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Our treatment techniques
Below is a brief description of the primary chiropractic adjustment techniques we use.
Each method of chiropractic treatment has its advantages and our chiropractors will work with you to determine if one or a combination of methods are right for you.
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Each method of chiropractic treatment has its advantages and our chiropractors will work with you to determine if one or a combination of methods are right for you.
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Spinal Manipulation Therapy
| Also known as manual chiropractic manipulation, this chiropractic adjustment technique is the most commonly used of all techniques and is the one probably most familiar to patients. It involves a quick, yet gentle, pressure to the joint using the chiropractor’s hands. It often results in an audible ‘pop’. This sound is created by the change of pressure within the joint that results in gas bubbles being released. |  |
Activator Adjusting
| The Activator adjusting instrument provides a low force approach to adjusting within chiropractic care. The Activator instrument assisted treatment has been used on patients of all ages since the late 1960s and has a steadfast reputation for bringing relief to people with a variety of health concerns including back pain, neck pain and headaches. It is gentle and pleasant in application, and an audible 'pop' may be heard. |  |
Impulse Adjusting
Impulse Adjusting is a new technique purposely created to deliver gentle, controlled and precise chiropractic adjustments to the joints of the spine and extremities to relieve pain and restore function.
The Impulse Adjusting Instrument is specifically tuned to the natural frequency of the body, thus allowing the creation of more bone movement with less force. Effective for low force chiropractic adjustments with great results.
There is no popping or cracking with these adjustments, but rather very precise and targeted adjustments designed to specifically care for just the right areas.
The Impulse Adjusting Instrument is specifically tuned to the natural frequency of the body, thus allowing the creation of more bone movement with less force. Effective for low force chiropractic adjustments with great results.
There is no popping or cracking with these adjustments, but rather very precise and targeted adjustments designed to specifically care for just the right areas.
Drop Piece
This specialised chiropractic technique uses a special table with sections that move up and down under your body to lightly unlock specific segments of your spine. Drop table adjustments allow our chiropractors at ChiroCure Clinic to minimise the force used for the adjustment and avoids any twisting positions.
Flexion distraction
Flexion distraction therapy is a lighter technique utilising a specialised table that provides flexion and traction to specific areas of the spine to aid in the recreation of lost movement and the decompression and realignment of the spine.
This chiropractic technique is primarily used to manage:
This chiropractic technique is primarily used to manage:
- disc injuries, such as slipped discs and bulging discs
- osteoarthritis
- spinal stenosis
- back, buttock and leg pain
- mobility of spinal joints
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DRY NEEDLING TREATMENTS
Accredited practitioners
Our practitioners education in dry needling is Chiropractic Australia and Osteopathy Australia accredited. Chiropractors and Osteopaths alike, have extensive anatomical knowledge of the body and vast training in the management of neuromusculoskeletal problems, so they are well placed to deliver dry needle therapy.
Patients should enquire during an appointment as to whether or not Dry Needling or Myotherapy would be an appropriate treatment for them.
Our Osteopaths, Chiropractors, and Myotherapist's who practice dry needling, have undergone appropriate postgraduate training beyond their chiropractic degree that allows them to perform dry needling.
Patients should enquire during an appointment as to whether or not Dry Needling or Myotherapy would be an appropriate treatment for them.
Our Osteopaths, Chiropractors, and Myotherapist's who practice dry needling, have undergone appropriate postgraduate training beyond their chiropractic degree that allows them to perform dry needling.
Dry Needling Explained
- Sterile, single use needles
- Needle placement specific to condition or pain
- Gentle application to ensure minimal soreness
- Deep muscle release
Since dry needling in our practice will be performed by a registered practitioners as part of a comprehensive musculoskeletal treatment program, treatments are eligible for rebates by private health funds with extras cover and benefits.
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So, as we all know, Corona Virus is everywhere. People are panicking, buying all the toilet paper they can and ducking for cover when they hear a cough. I thought, it’s not worth panicking, just be smart, practice excellent hygiene habits, especially at work where I see so many different people, people who have different health problems that could put them or their families more at risk of serious complications with this virus.
Then I found out I was potentially exposed to it by someone else. And then I started to get sick, so i followed the guidelines, called the hotline, talked to the GP, got tested and am now self-isolating until I get my results.
Then I found out I was potentially exposed to it by someone else. And then I started to get sick, so i followed the guidelines, called the hotline, talked to the GP, got tested and am now self-isolating until I get my results.
Dr Rach tested negative... While it was a welcome few days off at first, I am already bored and struggling. It is hard to go from speaking to, being around and connected to people every day, to suddenly being by myself. I can’t grab a cup of coffee (HORROR), I can’t go to work (stressful), and I can’t go to the gym (that one might be a relief for now!).
Once I started feeling better, I started trying to do things that were somewhat productive. My room has literally never been this clean, I’ve finished a book I’ve long been meaning to read and have binged a LOT of Netflix.
However, it can be stressful, boring and lonely. I am very thankful for my friends and family, who have been very supportive – offering to bring me food, or just calling for a chat or messaging to check on how I’m doing.
That is the best thing you can do for someone if they are in isolation – let them know they aren’t alone, that you’re there for them if they need someone. If you are the one in isolation, and are feeling this way, reach out to someone. Keep yourself busy, eat healthy fresh food to support your body, keep moving, and if you need to, switch off from all the corona virus news.
Once I started feeling better, I started trying to do things that were somewhat productive. My room has literally never been this clean, I’ve finished a book I’ve long been meaning to read and have binged a LOT of Netflix.
However, it can be stressful, boring and lonely. I am very thankful for my friends and family, who have been very supportive – offering to bring me food, or just calling for a chat or messaging to check on how I’m doing.
That is the best thing you can do for someone if they are in isolation – let them know they aren’t alone, that you’re there for them if they need someone. If you are the one in isolation, and are feeling this way, reach out to someone. Keep yourself busy, eat healthy fresh food to support your body, keep moving, and if you need to, switch off from all the corona virus news.
Dr Tania demonstrating some rehab exercises We at ChiroCure have been brainstorming ideas on ways we can provide the best support for you, our patients. We know getting adjusted helps the function of your nervous system.
We are taking every precaution we possibly can – cleaning and sanitizing between every patient, encouraging best hygiene practices, education on Corona Virus and following very closely what the government and health groups are saying.
However, for those of you who are unwell or are in isolation, or if you can’t get to our clinic, we are offering online Skype sessions to at least help you get through the next few weeks. These will include rehab exercises, stretches, ergonomic advice for working at home and home care advice, especially those of you in acute or severe pain.
We are happy to listen to your concerns, can answer any questions you may have and make sure you are doing the best exercises for you and properly. We even have personal trainer on board, who is providing consults and PT programs over Skype as well.
If you need to book an appointment, or want to talk to one of us to find out more, please call us on 9013 5133, book online at chirocure.net or jump onto our social media pages.
We have practitioners available for appointments at the clinic every day!
We are taking every precaution we possibly can – cleaning and sanitizing between every patient, encouraging best hygiene practices, education on Corona Virus and following very closely what the government and health groups are saying.
However, for those of you who are unwell or are in isolation, or if you can’t get to our clinic, we are offering online Skype sessions to at least help you get through the next few weeks. These will include rehab exercises, stretches, ergonomic advice for working at home and home care advice, especially those of you in acute or severe pain.
We are happy to listen to your concerns, can answer any questions you may have and make sure you are doing the best exercises for you and properly. We even have personal trainer on board, who is providing consults and PT programs over Skype as well.
If you need to book an appointment, or want to talk to one of us to find out more, please call us on 9013 5133, book online at chirocure.net or jump onto our social media pages.
We have practitioners available for appointments at the clinic every day!
Lower Cross Syndrome / Incorrect Lumbar Curvature
 | Lower cross syndrome Lower Crossed Syndrome is a muscular imbalance syndrome, which results in postural changes, postural dysfunction and visible unleveling; particularly in the lower spine, that our Chiropractors are trained to identify. We will complete an assessment, posture scan and posture report during your first visit. Muscular imbalance can lead to an unstable back, which increases the risk of injury and dysfunction in the joints in the lower back and pelvis as well as the hip joints. It may also impair your sporting performance as a result of reduced core stability and stride length. Causes This condition is often caused by poor posture, prolonged sitting or standing, and a lack of core stability for the spine. Lower Cross Syndrome is characterised by weak or inhibited abdominal and buttock muscles with tight, overactive low back extensors and hip flexors. Often the gluteal and hamstring muscles becoming inactive or weak due to remaining in a sustained incorrect lengthened position. And one or both hip can become tight or stiff, caused to the muscles spasms from prolonged shortening of the muscles that cross the hip joint. |
| Symptoms
X-ray findings and outcome We can refer you for imaging and provide you with a management program and treatment plan. | Treatment ChiroCure Clinic offers treatment that can help you to manage lower cross syndrome including Chiropractic, Remedial Massage and Myotherapy treatment. Our practitioners offer specific adjustments and a treatment to regain normal function in the joints in the lower back and pelvis. They will also address the muscular imbalance by relaxing the over-tightened muscles and ensuring you have a programme of self-help exercises to specifically target the weak muscles causing the imbalance. You will also be given advice of your posture and how to correct it whether it be at home, work, whilst driving or sleeping. It is not normally enough to just keep stretching and massaging the tight muscles. This will only give short-term relief. Chiropractic treatment is aimed at dealing with the underlying cause of the tight muscles, which is the joint problem. |
Welcoming our new ChiroCure Chiropractor - Dr Jen Lew
Dr Jennifer Lew has been practicing Chiropractic in Sydney for the past 5 years at an integrated health clinic. Ultimately it was a combination of growing up in a Medical family (both parents are GPs) and the love of sport, health, fitness and performance that lead her to pursue a career as a Chiropractor. From a young age Dr Jen has has had a passion for an array of sports and has competed at the National level in Athletics. She has been involved with several Sydney football clubs, and is currently pursing her dream of playing in the womens AFL.
Dr Lew believes that Chiropractic is about total wellbeing, and the health benefits of Chiropractic treatment span well beyond acute pain relief. She applies several chiropractic treatment techniques into her treatments including the use of structural techniques including Diversified and Thompson, drop-piece adjusting, along with more gentle techniques such as SOT, Activator and soft tissue therapy.
Dr Jen also applies the Denneroll and Scoliroll blocks during some treatments, as well as implementing the Webster technique as required. She is focused on providing patients with home care advice to compliment her care by including a home care plan that addresses nutrition, lifestyle advice, ergonomic assessment and rehab exercises.
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Dr Lew believes that Chiropractic is about total wellbeing, and the health benefits of Chiropractic treatment span well beyond acute pain relief. She applies several chiropractic treatment techniques into her treatments including the use of structural techniques including Diversified and Thompson, drop-piece adjusting, along with more gentle techniques such as SOT, Activator and soft tissue therapy.
Dr Jen also applies the Denneroll and Scoliroll blocks during some treatments, as well as implementing the Webster technique as required. She is focused on providing patients with home care advice to compliment her care by including a home care plan that addresses nutrition, lifestyle advice, ergonomic assessment and rehab exercises.
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Read more about our Chiropractors on our 'Practitioner' Page
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How to get the most out of your treatment?
Why not co manage your condition with one of our recommended PT's?
How to get the most out of your chiropractic care
Your chiropractor is perfecting your postural alignment, aiming to have you moving more efficiently and without discomfort. Treatment involves a mix of techniques, including: gentle manipulation, drop piece, activator, soft tissue massage techniques, specific stretching and rehabilitation exercises; all to increase mobility and function, and improve posture. Over the course of your treatment, your body will begin to “hold” or retain this mobility and function. However, there are many things you can do as a patient to compliment your chiropractic therapy and achieve maximum results in minimal time; below we will discuss two of these – self myofascial release and targeted strength training.
Your chiropractor is perfecting your postural alignment, aiming to have you moving more efficiently and without discomfort. Treatment involves a mix of techniques, including: gentle manipulation, drop piece, activator, soft tissue massage techniques, specific stretching and rehabilitation exercises; all to increase mobility and function, and improve posture. Over the course of your treatment, your body will begin to “hold” or retain this mobility and function. However, there are many things you can do as a patient to compliment your chiropractic therapy and achieve maximum results in minimal time; below we will discuss two of these – self myofascial release and targeted strength training.
Self Myofascial Release
In simple terms, this is something you can do yourself in your own environment, to help release muscles in your problem areas. These areas are those of discomfort or those your chiropractor works on. Self myofascial release mimics the effects of a deep tissue massage, penetrating deep into the muscle to relieve tightness and can be done with something as simple as a tennis ball, or a foam roller. There is no limit as to how much self myofascial release you can do, but the aim of therapy is to “chase the ache” and remain as relaxed as possible, as an activated muscle is much harder to release. One common area of tightness for many individuals can be found in the gluteal and lower back areas. Follow the diagrams below to effectively treat you gluteal and lower back muscle tightness – chase the ache and remain as relaxed as possible through the muscle group you are trying to release.
Targeted Strength Training
Strength training is a form of exercise that is completed with either body eight, resistance or free hand weights, and aims to increase muscle mass and strength, tighten and tone your body as well as improve your musculoskeletal health. Musculoskeletal health is the health of your bones and muscles, and the elements that bind those together (tendons and ligaments) – these elements directly impact upon your posture. When your joints are not moving properly or are misaligned, this can directly impact upon your muscle strength and tightness in specific muscle groups, creating bad posture or ineffective movement patterns, which can then lead to pain and discomfort for you, the patient. Targeting strength training on these weak muscle groups will help improve joint function and posture for longer. The biggest consideration when thinking about strength training is technique - inappropriate or bad technique will send you backwards, and potentially cause harm and injury.
If you are unsure on where to start, want some pointers on technique, or want to look get the most out of your chiropractic care, please visit: www.pbltraining.com.au and talk to Louise McDonald about personal training.
Louise McDonald has a Bachelor of Nursing, Certificate 3 and 4 in Fitness and works from the St Kilda area. She is currently offering a free assessment for a short time only.
In simple terms, this is something you can do yourself in your own environment, to help release muscles in your problem areas. These areas are those of discomfort or those your chiropractor works on. Self myofascial release mimics the effects of a deep tissue massage, penetrating deep into the muscle to relieve tightness and can be done with something as simple as a tennis ball, or a foam roller. There is no limit as to how much self myofascial release you can do, but the aim of therapy is to “chase the ache” and remain as relaxed as possible, as an activated muscle is much harder to release. One common area of tightness for many individuals can be found in the gluteal and lower back areas. Follow the diagrams below to effectively treat you gluteal and lower back muscle tightness – chase the ache and remain as relaxed as possible through the muscle group you are trying to release.
Targeted Strength Training
Strength training is a form of exercise that is completed with either body eight, resistance or free hand weights, and aims to increase muscle mass and strength, tighten and tone your body as well as improve your musculoskeletal health. Musculoskeletal health is the health of your bones and muscles, and the elements that bind those together (tendons and ligaments) – these elements directly impact upon your posture. When your joints are not moving properly or are misaligned, this can directly impact upon your muscle strength and tightness in specific muscle groups, creating bad posture or ineffective movement patterns, which can then lead to pain and discomfort for you, the patient. Targeting strength training on these weak muscle groups will help improve joint function and posture for longer. The biggest consideration when thinking about strength training is technique - inappropriate or bad technique will send you backwards, and potentially cause harm and injury.
If you are unsure on where to start, want some pointers on technique, or want to look get the most out of your chiropractic care, please visit: www.pbltraining.com.au and talk to Louise McDonald about personal training.
Louise McDonald has a Bachelor of Nursing, Certificate 3 and 4 in Fitness and works from the St Kilda area. She is currently offering a free assessment for a short time only.
Did you know that all ribs in the chest can become misaligned?
Misalignment and unleveling can occur when a rib moves slightly backwards and inwards from the thoracic vertebra towards the spine.
The surrounding back muscles contract and tighten to protect the misalignment.
All of the rib attachments in our chest can become misaligned and cause varying types of pain.
Chiropractic treatment can help to realign the rib joints and relive pain symptoms.
The surrounding back muscles contract and tighten to protect the misalignment.
All of the rib attachments in our chest can become misaligned and cause varying types of pain.
Chiropractic treatment can help to realign the rib joints and relive pain symptoms.
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Rib Misalignment is usually caused by:
What is Functional movement screening?
A functional movement screening (FMS) is an appointment that involves using a pre-participation screening tool, that is designed to identify compensatory movement patterns, that are indicative of increased injury risk and inefficient movement that causes reduced performance.
What are the functional movement screen tests?
The FMS helps identify muscle asymmetries, tightness, weakness and other risk factors for injury by examining the mobility and stability of the hips, core, shoulders, knees, spine and ankles.
The FMS consists of 7 movements
The scoring
Focus
Its role is to pinpoint areas of movement pattern limitation and asymmetry.
4X4 Matrix Posture assessment areas:
Joint by Joint theory.
Our practitioners are trained to use Joint by joint theory to try and fix the pain and dysfunction. They can also perform a gait analysis to assess and improve your weight bearing and posture whilst walking and moving.
Taping
Our remedial therapists will apply kinesiology tape to areas that are prone to injuries and to offer also posture corrective support for the core muscles and surrounding ligaments and joints. Our therapists are also trained to use ridged tape for specific muscle groups to encourage stability and support.
A functional movement screening (FMS) is an appointment that involves using a pre-participation screening tool, that is designed to identify compensatory movement patterns, that are indicative of increased injury risk and inefficient movement that causes reduced performance.
What are the functional movement screen tests?
The FMS helps identify muscle asymmetries, tightness, weakness and other risk factors for injury by examining the mobility and stability of the hips, core, shoulders, knees, spine and ankles.
The FMS consists of 7 movements
- Deep Squat
- Hurdle Step
- Inline Lunge
- Shoulder mobility
- Rotary stability
- Trunk stability Push ups
- Straight leg raise
The scoring
- Each movement is scored from 0-3 - This provides clear information on the client’s functional limitations and thus risk of injury.
- Score will form the direction and pathway for corrective exercise programming or functional re-training.
Focus
Its role is to pinpoint areas of movement pattern limitation and asymmetry.
4X4 Matrix Posture assessment areas:
- Supine/prone
- Quadruped
- Kneeling
- Standing
Joint by Joint theory.
Our practitioners are trained to use Joint by joint theory to try and fix the pain and dysfunction. They can also perform a gait analysis to assess and improve your weight bearing and posture whilst walking and moving.
Taping
Our remedial therapists will apply kinesiology tape to areas that are prone to injuries and to offer also posture corrective support for the core muscles and surrounding ligaments and joints. Our therapists are also trained to use ridged tape for specific muscle groups to encourage stability and support.
Below is our most up to date practitioner roster
If you would like to find out when your favourite therapist is working next, please look up shifts on our roster below.
To book an appointment, please call us at the clinic on (03)90135133
To book an appointment, please call us at the clinic on (03)90135133
We would like to welcome back Dr. Tania Leski from her break that concluded in early August!
Please contact ChiroCure Clinic if you think quality health care can benefit you!
Please refer to the updated staff schedule for your convenience.
Please contact ChiroCure Clinic if you think quality health care can benefit you!
Please refer to the updated staff schedule for your convenience.
Computerised Spinal Screening with | By ChiroCure Clinic Chiropractors |
WHAT WILL A SPINAL SCREEN LOOK FOR?
A spinal screen will assess your spine for:
A spinal screen will assess your spine for:
- A spinal screen will assess your spine for:
- Vertebral, spinal and extremity misalignment.
- Posture abnormalities
- History of accidents or trauma
- Repetitive strain injury
- Poor sleeping posture
- Poor ergonomics can cause spinal bones to degenerate.
- Other body signals may warrant further investigation.
WHAT IS A SPINAL SCREENING?
We all want a healthy, long and pain free easy life. To achieve this we try to take good care of our health, well-being, and body. The key to this is the health of your spine and the function of your nervous system. Please allow us to help you understand and discover just how important a spinal screening is, and what our chiropractors will look for and how care can benefit your health now, and long term.
WHEN SHOULD I HAVE MY SPINE CHECKED?
If you haven't had your spine checked, consider this: How long would you go without brushing your teeth? Would you wait for your teeth to rot and fall out before you see a dentist? Would you wait for your car to break down before you book a service? Why not have a professional chiropractic assess the health of your spine before it starts to break down.
KEY BODY INDICATORS
Our Chiropractors look for the underlying cause of your health concern and provide recommendations for treatment and care. We will examine your spine, and use a computerised posture assessment tool that will analyse body position from the front and size to determine nerve interference and locate spinal misalignment.
KEY SIGNS
There are 10 key body signals that our chiropractors will look for during your spine screening:
We all want a healthy, long and pain free easy life. To achieve this we try to take good care of our health, well-being, and body. The key to this is the health of your spine and the function of your nervous system. Please allow us to help you understand and discover just how important a spinal screening is, and what our chiropractors will look for and how care can benefit your health now, and long term.
WHEN SHOULD I HAVE MY SPINE CHECKED?
If you haven't had your spine checked, consider this: How long would you go without brushing your teeth? Would you wait for your teeth to rot and fall out before you see a dentist? Would you wait for your car to break down before you book a service? Why not have a professional chiropractic assess the health of your spine before it starts to break down.
KEY BODY INDICATORS
Our Chiropractors look for the underlying cause of your health concern and provide recommendations for treatment and care. We will examine your spine, and use a computerised posture assessment tool that will analyse body position from the front and size to determine nerve interference and locate spinal misalignment.
KEY SIGNS
There are 10 key body signals that our chiropractors will look for during your spine screening:
- Forward head carriage
- Un-levelling at the shoulders
- Rounding in the shoulders
- Un-leveling at the hips
- Misaligned or rotated pelvis
- A lateral curvature in the spine (known as a scoliosis)_
- Weight bearing on knees and ankles
- Muscle tightness or weakness
- Compensation or antalgic (leaning, sway back)
- Postural strain (inflammation)
ChiroCure Clinic : 278 Inkerman Street, StKilda East 3183
Phone: (03) 9013 5133 | Email: chirocure@mail.com | Website: www.chirocure.net
Phone: (03) 9013 5133 | Email: chirocure@mail.com | Website: www.chirocure.net
Chiropractic treatment for sports injury and wellness
5 ways athletes benefit from Chiropractic, Osteopathy, Massage & Myotherapy:
1. Undo the punishment the body takes in sports
2. Treatment appropriate for a variety of injuries - reduce pain
3.Non-invasive / drug free treatment
4. Injury prevention
5. Performance Enhancement
1. Undo the punishment the body takes in sports
2. Treatment appropriate for a variety of injuries - reduce pain
3.Non-invasive / drug free treatment
4. Injury prevention
5. Performance Enhancement
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You don’t need to be a professional athlete to require chiropractic treatment for a sports injury or trauma. Whether you are a runner, cyclist, rower, footballer or cricket player; if you compete at a high level or just play for fun it is more than likely that at some time or another you’ll find yourself suffering from an injury. Chiropractic treatment at ChiroCure Clinic in StKilda emphasis on restoring the body’s natural balance. Our techniques enable flexibility and mobility to injured joints, tissues and tendons to reduce pain. Our methods are an effective and holistic for sportspeople of all abilities and levels. |
We employ a natural approach that supports your health and may include: • Spinal care • Muscle release techniques • Balance exercises • Eye tracking and saccadic exercises • Sound therapy • Breathing and postural care (including postural reflex training) • Nutritional advice to support to reduce inflammation when appropriate and care of the nervous system • Mindful meditation • Ergonomic advice |
Remedial massage and myotherapy ensures a complete recovery and complements chiropractic are.
Massage is often recommended along with chiropractic or osteopathy treatment, either before or after and adjustment, as part of a patient’s treatment regime.
The combination of these treatments often produces more effective results, and faster healing for patients.
Massage is often recommended along with chiropractic or osteopathy treatment, either before or after and adjustment, as part of a patient’s treatment regime.
The combination of these treatments often produces more effective results, and faster healing for patients.
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Do you know how to get the right support from your bra?
| Bra Strap Cushions are available for purchase at Chirocure Clinic in StKilda East. They are effective and discreet posture aids. Women simply slide their bra straps into the specially designed bra strap cushion channels, for instant pain relief, and additional support. Bra support cushions help to eliminate deep shoulder grooves, and bra slipping, whilst helping to prevent added pressure that bras may cause on the cervical and thoracic spine. Our patients have found bra support cushions helpful with preventing headaches, migraines, shoulder tension and slouching. |  |
 | Bra Strap Cushions are ideal for everyday wear and will ensure that every bra you own is super comfortable. They will helps to promote the correct posture and aid in quicker recovery. And the Best Part? Our Bra Strap cushions go unnoticed to ensure that you can't see them or feel them under any piece of clothing. Our bra support cushions are:
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Why use a FlexEze patch?
- Lower back pain
- Muscle pain
- Muscle dysfunction
- Soft Tissue Injury
- Menstrual Cramps
- Tendinopathies
- Ligament Strain
- Joint Sprain
Why are Flexeeze patches effective?
FlexEze heat patches are air-activated.
They are designed to warm gradually.
Patches reach maximum heat in approximately 30 minutes.
Each patch will stay warm at a constant temperature for 12-24 hours.
They can be placed anywhere on the body comfortably.
They are 8cm x 10 cm in size.
How often can patches be used?
Patches can be used as often and as much as you like.
Please follow the recommendations for use described by your practitioner at ChiroCure Clinic.
How long will a patch last?
FlexEze patches deliver a sustained temperature, above 40 degrees for approximately 12-24 hours.
We recommend that you discard your patch once it begins to cool.
Patches are not water proof, so please remove before showering and re-apply once dry.
Where else can I use them?
They are great because they are light weight and easy to carry for long travel.
Patches can be used with traveling long distances on planes, boats, cars and trains.
Will heat help with my treatment?
If you are suffering from muscle aches and pain then heat can help to relieve.
If you are experiencing muscle spasms, Flezeze patches can help.
Releasing tight and tender muscles can help to aid in a quicker recovery.
Please ensure that you follow the directions of your ChiroCure Clinic practitioner.
- Lower back pain
- Muscle pain
- Muscle dysfunction
- Soft Tissue Injury
- Menstrual Cramps
- Tendinopathies
- Ligament Strain
- Joint Sprain
Why are Flexeeze patches effective?
FlexEze heat patches are air-activated.
They are designed to warm gradually.
Patches reach maximum heat in approximately 30 minutes.
Each patch will stay warm at a constant temperature for 12-24 hours.
They can be placed anywhere on the body comfortably.
They are 8cm x 10 cm in size.
How often can patches be used?
Patches can be used as often and as much as you like.
Please follow the recommendations for use described by your practitioner at ChiroCure Clinic.
How long will a patch last?
FlexEze patches deliver a sustained temperature, above 40 degrees for approximately 12-24 hours.
We recommend that you discard your patch once it begins to cool.
Patches are not water proof, so please remove before showering and re-apply once dry.
Where else can I use them?
They are great because they are light weight and easy to carry for long travel.
Patches can be used with traveling long distances on planes, boats, cars and trains.
Will heat help with my treatment?
If you are suffering from muscle aches and pain then heat can help to relieve.
If you are experiencing muscle spasms, Flezeze patches can help.
Releasing tight and tender muscles can help to aid in a quicker recovery.
Please ensure that you follow the directions of your ChiroCure Clinic practitioner.
|  Purchase therapeutic aids from ChiroCure Clinic in StKilda |
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Throughout pregnancy an expectant mother experiences many hormonal and structural changes in order to prepare the mother’s body for the developing baby, as well as for the birth process.
Our chiropractors and remedial massage therapists may be able to help you to better manage pain and stress through all stages of your pregnancy and after birth. For more information regarding appointments and therapeutic services available, please go to our pregnancy page. Our massage therapist Grace Foong has done 6 years of pregnancy training and further learning courses. She has also completed an obstetrics massage course at university.
Dr Leski has a passion for working with pregnancy and paediatric chiropractic therapies, having worked with patients in the field for the past 7 years. She has completed four paediatric courses and pregnancy related seminars. |
Changes to the body during pregnancy may include: > Weight gain, as the breasts and uterus grow. > Protruding abdomen - the abdominal muscles and tissues start to stretch as the baby continues to grow. > Pelvic ligament loosening - due to the increased amounts of hormones necessary for birthing. > Pelvic strain - this can occur as the body prepares to give birth. > Joint instability - movement may become more difficult or painful, especially during the third trimester. > Changes to the pelvis and sacrum position - muscles may strain to support the weight of the foetus. > Postural changes; including an increased lumbar curve, low back sway, hip rotation, pelvis un-levelling. > Ankle or knee strain - inflammation or pain is common as weight distribution changes occur. |
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Phone (03)90135133 to book a consultation, or schedule online @www.chirocure.net/appointments
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