We are all about maximising human potential through chiropractic, massage, exercise and education 🔥 You’re in good hands with Geelong Chiropractic.
Geelong chiropractor, Dr Hannah Pickford, is passionate about providing chiropractic care with a sports and nutrition focus. Her team helps patients prevent injuries, recover faster and perform better with an expert, holistic approach to healing and health through chiropractic wellness. We are all about maximising human potential. For those who have never embraced the benefits of chiropractic solutions before, we can assure you that we offer each of our patients, a very gentle, thorough and personalised approach. We provide a relaxed and safe environment whereby patients can receive the very best in chiropractic care. Hannah and her team offer a comprehensive care plan, which is specifically formulated to suit each patient’s particular needs and preferences. We utilise a broad-based, completely natural approach to patient care. We not only treat the patient’s complaint, but also aim to improve their long-term quality of life by addressing any lifestyle and nutritional habits, which may be compromising their wellbeing.
“We are not just about facilitating an adjustment to the body, but rather an adjustment to your entire way of living.”
To begin your journey to maximum health today, take the first step by contacting Geelong Chiropractic. The team will be happy to answer any queries that you might have about chiropractic care. Call Geelong Chiro today on (03) 5229 5620.
27/09/2025
💪 4 Essential Eccentric Exercises for Legs 🦵
Strengthen your quads, hamstrings, adductors, and calves with eccentric-focused exercises to boost performance and prevent injuries!
🔥 Tip: Focus on controlled movement and slow descent.
Eccentric work is all about lengthening the muscle under tension.
26/09/2025
I asked ChatGPT to show me what bad posture looks like… 😬 Does this hit home for you?
Let’s talk about some surprising things that might be making your back hurt! 🤔
1️⃣ Crossing Your Legs: This little habit might seem harmless, but it can mess with your body’s alignment and lead to tension and pain. Keep those feet flat on the ground for better posture!
2️⃣ Carrying a Heavy Bag: Whether it’s your backpack or purse, carrying a heavy bag on one shoulder can throw your spine out of whack. Go for lighter bags or spread the weight around!
3️⃣ Watching Reels at Night: Binge-watching while slouched on the couch can seriously mess up your back. Don't forget to take breaks and sit up straight while enjoying your favorite shows!
These everyday habits could be affecting your back more than you think! What do you think? Have you dealt with any of these issues? Drop your thoughts below! 👇💬
25/09/2025
Unlock the power of the single leg squat! 💪🏼 In this video, we break it down into 3 essential steps to help you master it. Start with the fundamentals:
1️⃣ Sit to Stand: Build your confidence and strength from a seated position.
2️⃣ Staggered Sit to Stand: Engage your balance as you transition to one leg.
3️⃣ Supported Single Leg Squats: Get comfortable with support before going solo!
Practice these regressions to elevate your fitness game! 🏋️♀️
24/09/2025
🌟 Tradies! 🛠️ 🧱
Thanks for keeping our homes in order... But who is helping keep you together?! ✅ 🏠
If you're dealing with headaches, neck pain, or back pain, chiropractic care can help.
Don’t let discomfort slow you down—prioritize your health and stay at the top of your game! 💪✨
The position you sleep in significantly impacts your spinal health.
-Back sleepers maintain the most neutral alignment, particularly with a pillow that supports the natural curve of the neck. This position distributes weight evenly, reducing pressure points. 👍
- Side sleeping ranks second-best, especially with a pillow that keeps your spine horizontal from head to hips. Placing a small pillow between the knees further aligns the pelvis and lower spine. 👉
- Stomach sleeping puts considerable strain on your neck and lower back as it forces unnatural rotation. If you're committed to this position, try placing a thin pillow under your pelvis to reduce lumbar strain. 👎
Your mattress matters too—aim for medium firmness that supports while contouring to your body's natural curves. Most importantly, notice how you feel in the morning.
Waking with stiffness or pain signals a need for adjustment in your sleeping setup 💤
✨ Boost Your Walk, Run & Jump✨
Strong Calves, Strong Foundation!
Most people forget to train their calves and soleus, but these muscles play a huge role in:
🏃Improving balance & stability
🏃 Power for running, jumping & walking
🏃Protecting the Achilles tendon
🏃 Supporting ankle mobility & posture
Here are 4 simple exercises you can try ⬇️
1️⃣ Elevated Calf Raise
2️⃣ Single Leg Calf Raise (Excentric).
3️⃣ Wall Sit Calf Raise
4️⃣ Tip Toe Farmer’s Carry
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19/09/2025
Did you know that the way we walk affects our spines dramatically? While our pets stroll around on all fours 🐶, we stand upright 🙆♂️, putting a different kind of strain on our spines. This unique posture can lead to various spinal issues, including chronic back pain.
Yet, you rarely hear your furry friends whimpering about their backs! 🤔 Animals have evolved to adapt to their horizontal spine structure, allowing them greater flexibility and less stress on their discs.
Let’s explore the differences! How does your pet manage their spine compared to yours? 💥 Share your thoughts below!
18/09/2025
Ask and you shall receive🤔✨. Our myo Kathryn loves everything anatomy and you may just get a one on one anatomy lecture if you ask a few questions. What burning questions do you have about the body? Book in with Kathryn we are sure she will have the answer!!
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16/09/2025
✨ TIME to make you feel like a better you! 🙌
A full treatment plan can go a long way to help
reach your GOAL! 🏆
Our Team at Geelong Chiro work together to
get you feeling like a better you.
Give us a call to see how we can get you on the
path to feeling better, and back into the things
you love. 🙌 ❤️
While exciting and life-changing, pregnancy can also be a pain in the derriere, literally. Pregnancy often reveals spinal distortions or pre-existing weaknesses in the spine brought on by the developing baby
pressing on the sciatic nerve– the largest in the body. 💥
Sciatic pain can be felt in the lower back or buttocks, down the leg and into the foot. 🦶
Fortunately, there are steps you can take to decrease the discomfort.
- Avoid lifting heavy objects and reduce the amount of time you stand.
- When lying down, try the side that's not affected.
- Swimming and other exercises that increase circulation may help, while massage therapy can prove to be a great option as well.
Many of our pregnant mothers report that chiropractic care is a natural way to alleviate pressure and ensure their nervous system is functioning optimally. 🤯
Spend more time preparing for your bundle of joy and less time in pain! 👶
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Geelong Chiropractic prides themselves on the fact that the practice sets itself apart from others, because we are one of the only Geelong clinics offering complete care - with myotherapy, sports chiropracticn nutrition and exercise physiology all under the same roof. Situated close to Geelong’s Kardinia Park, our team work extensively with athletes across a wide range of sporting disciplines and regularly treat football/netball/basketball related injuries such as shoulder pain, tendinitis, ankle injury and lower back disc pathology.
“Our aim is always to get athletes to avoid injury, preform better and recover faster.”
At Geelong Chiropractic, we place great emphasis on preventative healthcare, believing that pro-active care is better than re-active care. Our broad-based approach is unique in that it places a very specific focus on lifestyle and nutritional changes in order to maximise results.
Practice Philosophy
“My life mission is to improve the way that people eat, move and think, in order to live their most fulfilled life.”
– Dr Hannah Pickford (Chiropractor)
While athletes comprise a large portion of our patient demographic, we also work extensively with a much wider range of clients.
From tradesmen and families, to office-workers suffering from postural imbalance, our team offers personalised solutions for a wide variety of lifestyle-related, health issues.
Focus On You
Our team work together to help you identify and rectify problematic lifestyle habits, to aid you in maintaining your chiropractic adjustments and to allow you to become a healthier, energetic and more wholesome you!
We’d love to share with you the transformative power of chiropractic, myotherapy and exercise physiology.
To schedule your first visit, call us today at +61 3 5229 5620.
