Are Women More Prone to Knee Injuries than Men?Have you ever wondered why young females complain of more knee pain or why more females drop out of sport at a younger age compared to boys?Well, puberty and female vs male bone structure makes quite the...
At birth - we are all equipped with a set of reflexes that enable us to survive. These are called Primitive reflexes, or as we often refer to them, a blueprint for development! Normal childhood development is dependent on the framework of movement from birth...
Patrick is a highly skilled Chiropractor that has recently joined the team at Thrive Health Co. After graduating from the prestigious RMIT University in Melbourne, Patrick has spent time working alongside some of the most well respected Sports Chiropractors across Victoria and Queensland. Since a...
When it comes to your body what type of car would you describe it as? A Ferrari? Lamborghini? Commodore? Or maybe just a beaten up old Datsun? Our bodies can be compared to certain cars much more closely than you think.One common question I get...
A common question I get asked in the clinic is “Why do Chiropractors (and some other health professionals) use joint manipulations or adjustments as part of their treatment plan when helping someone get out of pain and move better?” The old thought process of joint...
Our feet and ankles are complex so they can be prone to pain. If you have ever experienced pain in your feet you will understand just how much it impacts your entire body. If we keep our feet healthy through strengthening and mobilsation...
We've all experienced some sort of pain in our lifetime, but what is pain?Pain the uncomfortable sensory and emotional feeling associated with an actual or potential tissue damage.Most of the time pain is the last sensation to occur. Simply, it’s a warning sign, or the...
So it's a new year and you have a new health and well being goal. Great! Is it a S.M.A.R.T goal? If you answered yes, then that's fantastic, you are well on your way to achieving that goal. Next, let's talk about creating your tribe....
Are you getting enough quality sleep at night? If you answered no, then did you know that your lack of sleep can affect your overall health and make you prone to injury and illness?Studies have shown that even a low level of fatigue can impair reaction times as much or more...
What is a disc bulge?Spinal discs are shock-absorbing rings that sit between each bone (vertebrae) in your spine. They are fluid filled sacks that allow for movement, support your spine and allow room for the spinal nerves to exit the spinal canal and travel to...