Momentum Health and Chiro

Momentum Health and Chiro Your whole health is our priority! We are an established multidisciplinary health clinic!

WELCOME TO THE TEAM - Remedial Massage Therapist, Fiona Hanson 🩵🩵Fiona brings over 11 years of hands-on experience and a...
19/01/2026

WELCOME TO THE TEAM -

Remedial Massage Therapist, Fiona Hanson 🩵🩵

Fiona brings over 11 years of hands-on experience and a genuine passion for movement, recovery, and long-term wellbeing. Having reskilled into a career that truly reflects her love for helping people move and feel better, Fiona has worked with everyone from everyday individuals to elite athletes, including several years as a therapist with the North Queensland Cowboys.

With a strong sporting background of her own, Fiona understands the body from the inside out. She has played sport her entire life and has firsthand experience navigating rehab from two knee reconstructions and a ruptured Achilles. This gives her a deep appreciation for the physical and mental demands of injury recovery and returning to performance. When she is not in the clinic, you will likely find her training in the gym or out on the water outrigger paddling.

Fiona’s treatment style is individualised, practical, and results-driven. She is passionate about helping clients feel stronger, move more freely, and gain confidence in their bodies at any stage of life. Her goal is simple: less pain, fewer limitations, and more freedom to do what you love.šŸ«¶šŸ»

Fiona’s skillset and treatments include;

• Remedial massage therapy
• Sports massage
• Fascial release
• Trigger point therapy
• Dry needling
• Cupping
• Taping

Fiona will be in clinic Mondays and Tuesdays.

We are thrilled to welcome Fiona to the team and look forward to supporting our community with her experience, energy, and hands-on approach to care.

17/01/2026

We recently said goodbye to two absolute legends of our team, Jordan and Darin.

> Dr. Darin has headed back to Sydney, where he’ll continue his chiropractic work at his new clinic. .darin

> Jordan is stepping into a huge year, focusing on his physiotherapy studies while also tutoring and supporting the younger generation of students.

We are incredibly grateful for everything both of them brought to our clinic and to our patients. Their energy, care, and commitment have left a lasting mark, and it’s been an absolute pleasure working alongside them.

We wish them nothing but the best in their next chapter. They will be truly missed around the clinic.

• Fun Fact Friday •Did you know?The number of push-ups you can do in 60 seconds is strongly associated with your risk of...
15/01/2026

• Fun Fact Friday •

Did you know?
The number of push-ups you can do in 60 seconds is strongly associated with your risk of cardiovascular disease. šŸ«€

Why? Because push-ups are a simple, no-cost way to assess overall physical fitness. They don’t just test upper-body strength—they reflect muscular endurance, cardiovascular capacity, core control, and body composition, all of which are closely linked to heart health.

šŸ“Š What does the research say?
A 10-year prospective study published in JAMA Network Open followed 1,100+ active adult men and found a clear inverse relationship between push-up capacity and future cardiovascular events.

ā€œHigher push-up capacity was associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease events.ā€
— Yang et al., 2019, JAMA Network Open

Men who could perform 40+ push-ups had a significantly lower incidence of cardiovascular events compared to those who could perform fewer than 10.

This is likely because higher push-up capacity is associated with:

> Better blood pressure regulation
> Healthier cholesterol profiles
> Improved circulation
> Greater muscular and cardiovascular endurance

🧠 Important context:
This isn’t a diagnostic test, and results vary based on age, s*x, training history, and activity level. Push-ups don’t causelower heart disease risk—but they are a strong functional marker of overall cardiovascular health.

Give it a try and let us know your results! ā¬‡ļø

Does my 14-month-old squat better than you?Probably.And that may be due to a number of reasons.Firstly, his hip anatomy ...
13/01/2026

Does my 14-month-old squat better than you?
Probably.

And that may be due to a number of reasons.

Firstly, his hip anatomy hasn’t fully developed yet, meaning the angle of his femoral neck is different.

But also… he hasn’t lived yet.

Realistically, most of us were in our prime for mobility during infancy and early childhood. As we age, our bodies change — and so does the way we move.

Joint mobility, tissue quality, and motor capacity can all decrease due to:

• Injury or underlying conditions
• A sedentary lifestyle (if you don’t use it, you lose it)
• Sporting demands (many sports create one-sided or repetitive movement patterns- and that’s okay because we love sport).
• Work demands (desk jobs are not doing your hips any favours)

So yes — my 14-month-old, with no injury, who moves constantly and uses his full available joint range every day, probably squats better than you.

And interestingly, this is often where we take rehab back to; re-learning the foundational motor skills we first developed in infancy.

So this isn’t a promise to take you back to your younger years completely.
But I am promising that when we assess your injury and how you move, we address these fundamentals — and work with you to return to better, more efficient movement.

Movement is a skill.
And skills can be re-learned.

12/01/2026

4 Thoracic Rotation Drills you should add to
your mobility routine.

A stiff thoracic spine is more than an upper-
back issue — it can contribute to neck pain,
shoulder overload, reduced breathing
efficiency, and compensatory movement
through the lower back.
The thoracic spine is designed to rotate, flex and
extend. When it doesn’t, other joints are forced to do more than their share. These three mobility exercises aim to restore movement, improve posture tolerance, and support better movement quality through the neck, shoulders, and spine.

Remember: consistency is key for mobility
changes.

Save this and add it to your mobility toolbox šŸ’ŖšŸ¼

08/01/2026

If sleep is off, everything else can struggle…

Sleep hygiene is one of the most overlooked foundations of health.

Quality sleep does far more than help you feel rested. It directly influences pain sensitivity, tissue repair, hormone regulation, mood, immune function, and nervous system balance. When sleep is inconsistent or disrupted, recovery slows and the body becomes more reactive to stress and pain.

For 2026, Dr Mo’s healthy sleep habits include:
• Consistent sleep and wake times (aiming for 7–8 hours)
• Reducing blue light and cognitive stimulation before bed - no more Instagram spirals šŸ“±
• Creating a calm, low-light wind-down routine in the evening - red light and alarm clocks to help support this!
• Getting natural sunlight in the morning to support circadian rhythm - aim for the first 30-60 minutes of your day with natural sunlight- not phone light.
• Choosing reading or quiet activities instead of doom-scrolling

Sleep is foundational to movement, recovery, and long-term health.

Comment your tips and tricks for a better night’s sleep. šŸ’¤ ā¬‡ļø

As we take the time to sit, reflect, and plan for 2026, there is one message that needs to be shared:PROGRESS OVER PERFE...
06/01/2026

As we take the time to sit, reflect, and plan for 2026, there is one message that needs to be shared:

PROGRESS OVER PERFECTION.

This is something I regularly remind myself of, as well as my patients and my team.

For 2026, I encourage you to focus on positive, progressive lifestyle changes—not New Year’s resolutions. Let’s be honest: resolutions often don’t stick. They can leave us feeling deflated, defeated, and overstressed when we fall short.

Instead, let’s focus on becoming a little better each day.

That means prioritising education, learning, and growth—not only in the physical aspects of health, but also socially, mentally, and emotionally.

For me, progress over perfection means asking:

> How can I be the best version of myself?

> What small, achievable changes can I make that contribute to my overall health?

Yes, I want to be as healthy as possible.
And yes, I will have setbacks, slip-ups, and moments of weakness—and that is okay. That’s being human.

There will be ups and downs, but the real question is:
Is the overall line still trending forward?

That’s what matters.

When we strive for perfection, we may never get there—and while that can be confronting, it’s also reality. So instead, strive to be better.

For me, that looks like continuing to educate myself on the latest research around:
• Food quality and additives
• Microplastics, cleaning products, and chemicals
• Screen time and sleep health
• Strength and cardiovascular training
• Joint mobility
• Meditation and stress management
• Sunlight exposure
…And more

It’s an extensive list. It won’t always be perfect. But I will continue to aim to be better—for my health, my family, and those I care for.

Progress over perfection. Always.

I’d love to know—what small changes or progressive goals are you focusing on for 2026? Comment below. 🩵


05/01/2026

šŸŽ„ Christmas Hamper Winner Announcement

Congratulations to our Christmas Hamper winner — Amelia Marshall šŸ‘

A huge thank you to the incredible local businesses who helped make this prize pack so special:





Amelia has won an epic healthcare and wellness hamper including:
• Momentum Health & Chiro Gift Card
• Maree Health Management Gift Card
• 1 Free Session at Naia Balneum Bathhouse
• Pillar Performance supplements
• The Beach Hotel Gift Card
• And more

Thank you to everyone who entered and supported our Christmas giveaway. We’re proud to collaborate with such amazing local businesses and look forward to more giveaways in the future.



04/01/2026

Are you still wasting your time doing glute clams?

Clams are still heavily prescribed in rehab, yet research shows they produce relatively low activation of the gluteus medius and gluteus maximus.

The side planks ranks as the top exercise for firing up the glute med, with a higher score for the down side vs. the top leg. For our practitioners, the side plank is not only an integral assessment test, but also rehab exercise.

Why does this matter?
The glute med and glute max play a critical role in lower-limb biomechanics. They help control load and stability through the lower back, hips, knees, and ankles. When they’re underperforming, other structures are forced to compensate — often delaying recovery or contributing to recurring injury.

No - we aren’t here to tell you that your glutes don’t ā€œturn onā€ or that they have ā€œamnesiaā€ - but we do consider them very important muscles for lower limb strength, movement and performance. If they are underperforming based on the demands of your life, sport, or job, it is important that we address them!

Beyond the side plank, these are some of the exercises and variations we’ve found to be far more efficient for activating and building real strength through these muscles.

Smarter loading. Better outcomes. Long-term resilience.



31/12/2025

2025, one hell of a year!!! 🩵

I am grateful for this team, our patients and the community we have created!

Happy New year!

From the Momentum team

As we head into the new year, we take time to reflect!On the amazing year that was but more importantly -  what worked, ...
31/12/2025

As we head into the new year, we take time to reflect!

On the amazing year that was but more importantly - what worked, what didn’t, and where we can continue to improve.

Reflection allows us to grow and move forward. To continue to be better for ourselves as practitioners, but most importantly for our patients. Without you, there is no Momentum Health & Chiro.
So we strive to deliver the best.

Here’s to 2026 - A year where we remain committed to delivering the high-quality healthcare you deserve, while working alongside you toward meaningful, long-term health goals.

Thank you, for your continued support and trust in us!! 🩵

āœˆļø Holiday travel coming up? Don’t let back or neck pain come along for the ride.Long drives, flights, lifting luggage a...
22/12/2025

āœˆļø Holiday travel coming up? Don’t let back or neck pain come along for the ride.

Long drives, flights, lifting luggage and sleeping in unfamiliar beds can place extra stress on your body — especially if you’re already dealing with injury or pain.

Here are a few travel tips from our team;

āœ”ļø Move regularly during long trips- try to stop, get up and move your body every 50-60 minutes.
āœ”ļø Lift smart- lift with your legs and core not your back. Lift what you are capable of, and ask for help when needed.
āœ”ļø Support your spine with a small pillow or rolled towel - simple but effective (especially on long drives).
āœ”ļø Stay hydrated and keep recovery simple with walking and gentle movement
āœ”ļø Try to keep on your regular routine (as much as possible) - this includes your sleep schedule, nutrition, movement exercise and rehab.
.. the list can go on and on but let’s keep it simple and clear.

Holidays are meant to be enjoyed but we don’t have to let all of our healthy habits disappear.

Whether you’re heading away or getting back home, we’re here to help you stay comfortable and moving well this holiday season.

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Thursday 8am - 8pm
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