This month’s blog posts will delve into what many of us have heard, that strange, yet to some almost satisfying, ‘crack’ or ‘pop’ sound, often heard during a chiropractic adjustment, or at times when having body work done such as physiotherapy or remedial massage. Some people even try to emulate that sound for themselves by …
Put simply, ergonomics is the study of people in their working environment, with the aim to reduce discomfort and prevent injury. Key elements include safety, comfort, ease of use, and productivity. If you look at the way we use modern technology, then there is certainly convenience, but also the potential for strain and repetitive injury. …
We all know that technology can make life easier, with faster access to information, immediate purchasing options, and the ability to do what we need to online from just about any location. But with convenience has come the physical toll on our bodies. How is your posture while using a device? Are you looking up …
While some people set new year resolutions, others might consciously focus on leaving the previous year’s challenges behind while looking for the glimmers that can make life truly amazing. Whatever your approach is, a new year often brings with it a sense of renewal and an opportunity to implement strategies for self-care. After all, self-care …
Dear clients, The time has come for a change in direction of my career and to focus on my life that is now in Orange. So, this December it will be my last working week at Feel Amazing Chatswood. For over 25 years I’ve worked in this area, having established Feel Amazing Wellness Centre back …
Client: Why are you treating that area when it’s not where I told you it hurts? Practitioner: Everything is connected! Pain is a complex sensation – firstly, it’s invisible, so how we feel pain is unique to the individual. Even the way we think about pain can change our perception of what we feel. But …
Understanding the Breath Breathing is a fundamental physiological process that provides our bodies with the oxygen needed for cellular functions and removes carbon dioxide, a waste product of metabolism. Despite its automatic nature, consciously controlling our breath can have profound effects on both physical and mental states. For instance, shallow, rapid breathing often associated with …
In part one of our blog posts on stretching, we looked at what stretching is, common types, and their benefits (read part one here). Today in part two, we’ll look at the difference between stretching and warming up, what the research tells us and how Feel Amazing Chatswood can help introduce you to stretching that …
There are multiple types of stretching but the 2 that will be referred to in this blog are: Static stretching which involves holding a stretch position for a set amount of time (usually 15-60 seconds) without movement. It helps to improve flexibility and is often done after exercising to cool down. An example of …
What is pregnancy care and why is there so much we can offer? Pregnancy care starts long before birth. The journey through fertility sometimes needs support through lifestyle and dietary changes and with treatments that support conception. Then comes along the muscle strain, ligament tightness, fluid retention, discomfort when sleeping, fatigue, nausea, changing gait when …