When walking, sitting, standing, or driving, maintaining a neutral spine can help you avoid aches and pains down the line. It’s easy to slouch when you sit—and, unfortunately, you can’t always avoid sitting—but there are ways to support your spine while you do! One way is to engage your muscles...
About 2.5 million Australians experience back pain every year. While there are various causes, back pain can stem from tight and stiff muscles, making stretching a popular go-to for alleviating pain and soreness. Stretching can also help prevent dreaded and unwanted back pain! So, here are a few of the...
Pregnancy is a beautiful and exciting time. However, aches and pains are common during those nine months, causing various discomforts. In fact, back pain is one of the most frequent complaints during pregnancy, especially in the later stages. Luckily, there are various ways to address your back pain during pregnancy....
While pain in the mid and upper back is not as common as lower back pain or neck pain, it can significantly disrupt your life and prevent you from participating in the activities you love and enjoy. This type of back pain is usually caused by sprains and strains in...
The introduction of sit-stand desks to most industries has been met by a lot of debate on its importance and role compared to the typical desk and chair in an office setting. These desks are more inspired and strapped by the health benefits they provide to the user, proven by...
Chiropractic is a profession solely dedicated to the non-surgical treatment of the musculoskeletal system or the nervous system. Usually, a chiropractor engages hands-on manipulation on the spine and the surrounding tissues. The theory behind this is that proper alignment of the musculoskeletal structure, especially the spine, allows the body to...
If you’re about to head into the garden, proper stretching is crucial. With the change of the seasons, and as more people head out into their gardens, more and more gardening injuries are seen at Chatfield Chiropractic, your Sunbury chiropractor. Gardening needs to be treated like any other physical activity...
An injury. A diagnosed condition. A simple mistake in moving or lifting. These and any number of things can cause back pains. And you may suffer from it at one point in your life or throughout your lifetime, but know that there are steps you can take to manage the...
