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Back pain – avoid sitting

admin — Sun, 30 Sep 2018 06:19:29 +0000

Back pain? Avoid sitting! If you have back pain and sit for most of the day, then we may just have found the source of your back pain. Cranbourne chiropractor Dr Shaun Beovich from Cranbourne Chiropractic Centre says it may be sitting! Apart from causing back pain due to inactivity, sitting may also lead to other health problems as noted below. In fact sitting is now being termed the new smoking due to it’s detrimental effects it can have on your overall health.

Here are some studies that show that sitting is not just bad for your back:

British Journal of Sports Medicine – those who sit for prolonged periods have a higher risk of disease than those who move a muscle every now and then, such as walking up the stairs to grab a cup of coffee.
American Cancer Society – if you exercise nearly every day, health benefits are undone if you spend the rest of your time sitting.
University of Missouri – sitting shuts off the circulation of a fat-absorbing enzyme called lipase.
American Journal of Epidemiology – sitting more than six hours a day, can make someone at least 18% more likely to die from diabetes, heart disease and obesity than those sitting less than three hours a day.
Pennington Biomedical Research Center – 17,000 men and women over 13 years -people who sit for most of the day are 54% more likely to die of heart attacks.

But what about my back? Sitting for prolonged periods is definitely bad for your back and may lead to forward head posture, neck pain, headaches and low back pain. There are some strategies to use to combat the aches associated with prolonged sitting and alternatives to sitting like standing but more importantly MOVEMENT!

For more information on posture keep checking upcoming blogs or get a digital postural analysis at Cranbourne Chiropractic Centre. You can easily book online here or phone 9581 2624. Serving the Cranbourne North, Berwick Springs and Narre Warren South areas.

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Healthy Disc May Help Eliminate Back Pain

admin — Sun, 23 Sep 2018 05:48:19 +0000

A healthy disc may help to eliminate back pain. If you’re suffering from back pain it’s possible a bulged or herniated disc is contributing to it. To keep your back functioning well and your discs healthy, Cranbourne chiropractor Dr Shaun Beovich highlights 2 tips today.

Spinal discs are the shock absorbers between the bones, or vertebrae, of your spine. The discs have a tough outer ring and a jelly-like center. Their job is to help us move, bend, and twist while absorbing the weight of gravity. But, over time, our spinal discs can become degenerative. Injuries, aging, and the effects of gravity all contribute to disc degeneration. The good news is that degenerative discs rarely cause pain unless they budge or herniate, placing pressure on the spinal nerves. So how you can slow down the degenerative process and keep your discs healthy?

Top research journals have recently discovered that movement and hydration are two important factors to keep your discs healthy. A well-hydrated disc can more easily adapt to movement and is less prone to injury. Many chiropractic techniques are designed to “pump” your spinal discs. This motion helps bring nutrients into the disc and pushes out inflammation and waste. That is a fancy way to say that chiropractic care can help keep your spinal discs healthy! Here are the key takeaways:

Your spinal discs act as small shock absorbers between the bones of your spine .

Movement helps bring nutrients into the disc and pushes out waste and inflammation; helping them stay healthy.

Torn, herniated, or bulged discs can cause pain by irritating the nearby nerves. Researchers have found chiropractic care to be one of the best ways to heal and feel better!

A combination of chiropractic care and staying well-hydrated are two ways to keep your spinal discs healthy and pain-free. But, don’t forget to stay active between your adjustments. And here is one more tip to slow down Father Time- daily exercise and stretching. Exercise and stretching will not only keep you fit and trim but can also potentially slow down the degenerative changes of your spine keeping you healthy and active for many years to come!

Cranbourne Chiropractic Centre is situated in Cranbourne North, on the border of Berwick Springs and Narre Warren South. Book online easily at https://www.cranbournechiro.com.au or phone 9581 2624.

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Back pain relief with movement

admin — Fri, 07 Sep 2018 01:29:02 +0000

Back pain relief with movement. Cranbourne chiropractor Dr Shaun Beovich says that your spine loves movement and what better way to get active than a simply walking everyday. With the warmer Spring weather it’s a perfect opportunity to get active.

Walking is a simple, inexpensive and easy activity offering many benefits for health and general wellbeing, particulary for back pain sufferers. Despite this, it can be challenging to find time to walk in a busy day.

Whether it’s our family, work, studies or other commitments vying for our attention, sometimes we need to be creative in how we incorporate walking into our daily life. To help lessen your back pain here are some ideas on how you can incorporate walking into your daily life.

Commute

While it may be too far to walk the whole way to work or school, it is possible to make walking part of the journey. If you take public transport, you could try walking to the station rather than driving and parking. For those that drive, it could be as simple as parking further from your destination.

Lunch time

Instead of working through your lunch break, why not utilise the time and go for a walk? You might be surprised at the great walks nearby. You could even invite a friend or colleague to join you. A lunch time walk may even reenergise you for the afternoon and stop you reaching for caffeinated drinks or sweets.

Socialising

While we often catch up with friends and family over a meal or drink, why not over a walk? Walking is a great activity for socialising and you can even reward yourself afterwards by walking to a desired destination such as a shop or cafe.

Not only is walking a great way to get active and improve both your mental and physical wellbeing, it is also a simple way that you can look after your spinal health. Walking just 30 minutes a day can help you to maintain and improve your health.

For further information check out www.cranbournechiro.com.au or to book an appointment at Cranbourne Chiropractic Centre phone 9581 2624 or book online here.

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