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Deepdene Chiropractic Clinic

Locality: Deepdene

Phone: +61 3 9817 1800

Address: Level 1/58 Whitehorse Road 3103 Deepdene, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.deepdenechiropracticclinic.com.au/

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14.01.2022 Let’s talk lower back pain! About 4 million Australians are experiencing lower back pain, and it’s estimated that 70-90% of people will suffer from lower back pain at some point in their life. For these reasons it is essential that people understand the cause behind the problem. A very common cause of lower back pain is the result of weak glutes. The amount we sit, and are generally sedentary throughout the day, exacerbates this problem.... Sitting for long lengths of time increases tension in our hip flexors further increasing this gluteal weakness. This is commonly categorised as lower cross syndrome or anterior pelvic tilt. The first exercise we usually prescribe, which is something you can do at home to increase activation in the glutes, is called a glute bridge. 1. Lie on your back with your hands at your sides, knees bent, and feet flat on the floor under your knees. 2. Tighten your abdominal and buttock muscles by pushing your low back into the ground before you push up. 3. Raise your hips to create a straight line from your knees to shoulders. 4. Squeeze your core and pull your belly button back toward your spine. 5. Hold for 5-10 seconds, and then return to your starting position. 6. Complete at least 10-15 reps, and gradually increase over time. Please remember, although this is a common cause of lower back pain, it is not the only cause. If this exercise does not resolve your problems, please don’t hesitate in making an appointment to come into the clinic. #chiropractor #lowerbackpainrelief #lowerbackworkout #myotherapy #chiropractic #deepdene #balwyn #hawthorneast

13.01.2022 Introducing our new Myotherapist Luca Negri! Luca has a deal at the moment for a 1hr consultation for $49! But get in quick because spots are limited. #myotherapy #myotherapymelbourne #deepdene

12.01.2022 I see the term ‘core stability’ been thrown around a lot these days and I think it’s fair to say that this has become a buzz phrase of recent times. I want to shed some light on what core stability really is and how it differs to core strength. The core muscles have two main functions 1) to spare the spine from excessive load and 2) to transfer force from the lower body to the upper body and vice versa. Having a strong, stable core helps us to prevent injuries and allows us t...o perform at our best. The term stability refers to the ability to limit unwanted range or motion, whereas the term strength is the ability to produce force. Exercises like sit ups and crunches are some of the most widely used exercises and are effective in increasing core strength, however this is not relevant to improving core stability. Stability exercises are based around isometric contractions, this means that we are engaging the muscle but not lengthening or shortening it, a good example of this is a wall sit. Another common misconception about the core is that it is purely the abdominal muscles on the front of your stomach. Whilst this is one important aspect, it is only one of many muscles that contribute to the core. Any muscle in your trunk that surrounds the spine is part of the core (even the glutes), so it is vital that we incorporate all these muscles in our exercises. For a series of exercises that have been designed specifically to work the core in its entirety check out the ‘The McGill big 3’ that have been designed by leading spinal specialist Dr. Stuart McGill https://squatuniversity.com//the-mcgill-big-3-for-core-st/. if you are unsure how to perform these exercises accurately feel free to call the clinic for an appointment and we can go through these with you. #deepdene #chiropractic #myotherapy #stability #corestability #backpain #spinehealth

11.01.2022 Hey team, I hope everyone is safe and well. I just wanted to share a little information on headaches, as this is something we’ve noticed become more common amongst our patients during COVID. So, how do tense muscles cause headaches? - A small group of muscles called the sub-occipitals, located on the base of the skull can cause headache’s when tense. - These muscles get tense due to hyper-extending the neck, which is common in daily activities such as sitting at a computer fo...r long periods or using a laptop whilst laying on your stomach What can you do for relief? - Firstly, try to limit aggravating positions or activities. - Additionally, something you can do at home is to strengthen the supporting muscles of the neck. This can be done with an exercise called the chin tuck. The Chin-tuck 1. Sit upright and look straight ahead with your ears directly over your shoulders. 2. Place a finger on the chin. 3. Without moving the finger, move your chin and head straight back until a good stretch is felt at the base of the head, and top of the neck. (There should now be some separation between your chin and finger, but be careful not to over-stretch). 4. Hold this for 5 seconds if possible. 5. Bring your chin forward again, back to your finger. 6. Repeat this sequence for a total of 10 times, or as many as can be tolerated. If you’ve followed this guide but find your headache pain persists, please don’t hesitate to book into the clinic for an appointment. Otherwise, I hope this guide has brought you some relief. Have a great day! #chiropractic #myotherapy #headache #deepdene #massage #homecare #posture

07.01.2022 They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. We will remember them. Lest we forget.