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Part 3a Core Stability, Back Pain & Chiropractic

UncategorizedMay 28, 2024231Views 0Likes 0Comments

This follows on from Part 1 that compared two of the more common methods of core training and Part 2 which compared functional training methods. Part 3, is going to go through some basic exercises to improve & maintain core stability. These exercises, along with chiropractic care, are key parts of how I treat chronic…

Part 2 ‘Activate your core’ – Functional Methods

UncategorizedFebruary 27, 2024339Views 0Likes 0Comments

Key Points Functional movement generally refers to real-life biomechanics. It is a movement using multiple joints in multiple plains. In a rehab setting, it aims to integrate the core, and neuromuscular control. It closely replicates real-world situations, and the exercises are designed not just to make a muscle stronger, but to challenge stability…

Part 1 Activate your core: ‘Bracing’ versus ‘Drawing in’

UncategorizedJanuary 30, 2024545Views 0Likes 0Comments

Hanging out with Prof. Stuart McGill and his minions a few years back. We've all heard that we need to 'activate our core', but what does that actually mean? Key Points There are various interpretations about what your core is the deepest ab muscle – the Transverse Abdominus (TA) all the trunk muscles (abs and…

Is prolonged sitting really as bad as smoking?

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Is sitting really as bad as smoking? Key Points Despite the media hype, prolonged sitting is not even close to being as bad as smoking Prolonged sitting does increase your risk of all-cause mortality (the rate of any attributable death), cardiovascular disease, and all-cause cancers, but not to the same extent as smoking…

Effective treatments for Neck Pain?

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Effective Treatments for Neck Pain - Key Points Neck pain is a very common musculoskeletal condition affecting a significant portion of the population. Systematic reviews (comprehensive ‘studies of peer reviewed studies’ by experts) demonstrate that manual therapy, including chiropractic techniques and targeted soft tissue therapy, are effective treatments for neck pain. Similarly,…

Trigger Points

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Some basic self-care techniques for Trigger Points Repeat after me: STOP rolling around on hard balls and ‘smashing your tissue'. This creates unnecessary inflammation that can promote/prolong the trigger point. Instead, find the most painful spot and use a tennis ball (or similar that is firm, yet has some give) and use a comfortable pressure…

Ergonomics and neck pain

InformationJanuary 11, 2023560Views 0Likes 0Comments

Some basic guidelines for ergonomic workstation set up* Screen approximately at arms-length (including fingertips) The top of the screen should be at eye-height when the head is in a neutral position Let the shoulders fall comfortably by your side and arms bent to around 90° or slightly greater Lower back supported…

Introducing your local Chiropractor: Michael Eickenloff

UncategorizedDecember 7, 2022404Views 0Likes 0Comments

Dr. Michael Eickenloff (Chiropractor). Dip App Sc (Acu), B Comm, B Sc (hon), M Cl Chiro (hon). Michael is passionate about helping patients get out of pain and get moving again. He will work with you to address your concerns with an approach that suits both your preferences and your condition. In addition to being…

Welcome To Move Well Chiropractic

Standard, UncategorizedDecember 5, 2022490Views 0Likes 0Comments

Thanks for checking out the website, and welcome to Move Well Chiropractic’s first blog! This is a brief introduction letting you know where Move Well Chiropractic is located, the hours of business, what we do, and what to expect from your first treatment. Location Move Well Chiropractic is located at 3/582 Logan Road, Greenslopes, nestled…