Unwind Chiropractic and Wellness

Unwind Chiropractic and Wellness Dr. Tayla Johnson is dedicated to holistic health and chiropractic care. She holds a double degree from Murdoch University.

Her expertise lies in Neural Organisation Technique (N.O.T), helping clients achieve optimal well-being.

Jaw pain isn’t always just about the jaw.The jaw joint (TMJ) works closely with the neck, muscles and nervous system.Bec...
30/04/2026

Jaw pain isn’t always just about the jaw.

The jaw joint (TMJ) works closely with the neck, muscles and nervous system.

Because of this connection, jaw pain is often linked with symptoms such as:
• Neck pain
• Headaches
• Ear symptoms
• Shoulder tension
• Jaw clicking or tightness
Stress also plays a big role.

When the body is under stress, many people unconsciously clench their jaw, which increases tension in the surrounding muscles and joints.

Over time this can affect how the jaw moves and functions.

Chiropractic care focuses on how the jaw, neck and nervous system are working together.
In practice, treatment may involve improving movement in the neck and upper spine and helping the body unwind stress patterns.

I often use Neural Organisation Technique (NOT) which works with the nervous system to help restore better coordination between muscles and joints.

Because when the body moves better, the jaw often does too.

— Dr Tayla
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What is the vagus nerve?The vagus nerve is one of the most important nerves in your body.It runs from the brain down thr...
27/04/2026

What is the vagus nerve?

The vagus nerve is one of the most important nerves in your body.

It runs from the brain down through the neck and connects to many organs including the heart, lungs and digestive system.

This nerve plays a key role in the parasympathetic nervous system — the system responsible for helping your body relax, recover and heal.

When the vagus nerve is active, it helps:
🌿 Slow heart rate
🌿 Improve digestion
🌿 Support sleep
🌿 Reduce stress responses
🌿 Help the body shift out of fight or flight

However, ongoing stress can keep the body stuck in survival mode, making it harder for the vagus nerve to activate.

Chiropractic care focuses on supporting the nervous system so the body can better regulate stress.

Because the vagus nerve travels through the upper neck, improving how this area moves and functions can support nervous system balance.

When the nervous system feels safer, the body can finally relax.

— Dr Tayla
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What is the nervous system?Your nervous system is the master control system of your body.It controls how you move, sleep...
23/04/2026

What is the nervous system?

Your nervous system is the master control system of your body.

It controls how you move, sleep, digest food, regulate stress and heal.

It includes:
🧠 Your brain
🦴 Your spinal cord
⚡ The network of nerves that travel throughout your body

These nerves act like communication cables, constantly sending messages between your brain and the rest of your body.

When this communication flows well, your body can adapt to stress and function the way it was designed to.

But when the body experiences ongoing stress — from posture, injuries, emotional stress or daily life — the nervous system can become overloaded.

Chiropractic care focuses on supporting the nervous system by helping the spine and body move more freely.

In my practice I often use Neural Organisation Technique (NOT) which works with the nervous system to help unwind stress patterns in the body.

Because when your nervous system works better, your whole body works better.

— Dr Tayla
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What is Neural Organisation Technique (NOT)?Neural Organisation Technique is a specialised chiropractic approach that fo...
20/04/2026

What is Neural Organisation Technique (NOT)?

Neural Organisation Technique is a specialised chiropractic approach that focuses on how the nervous system coordinates the body.

Your nervous system controls how your muscles, joints and organs communicate and function together.

When the body experiences stress — whether physical, emotional or chemical — the nervous system can develop protective patterns.

These patterns may contribute to symptoms such as:
• Neck or back pain
• Headaches
• Jaw tension
• Muscle tightness
• Postural changes

NOT works by identifying these stress patterns and helping the nervous system reorganise how the body moves and functions.

It often involves gentle muscle testing and specific adjustments or pressure to certain areas of the body.

Many people like this approach because it is gentle and focused on supporting the nervous system, rather than just treating symptoms.

Because when the nervous system communicates well, the body tends to function better too.

— Dr Tayla
Unwind Chiropractic & Wellness

16/04/2026

✨ Welcome Callie to the team! ✨

We’re so excited to introduce Callie, our newest remedial massage therapist here at Unwind Chiropractic and Wellness.

Callie brings a beautiful blend of hands on treatment and movement based knowledge, with a background in yoga and strength training. She loves supporting a wide range of clients, from those dealing with neck pain and back tension to anyone simply feeling sore, tight, or run down.

Her approach is all about helping you feel more at ease in your body. By combining massage with an understanding of movement and the nervous system, along with offering dry needling, Callie creates treatments that leave you feeling both deeply relaxed and genuinely supported.

We know you’re going to love her 💛

To book in with Callie, call us on 0402 183 099 or book online.

What is the fight or flight response?The fight or flight response is your body’s built-in survival system.It’s controlle...
16/04/2026

What is the fight or flight response?

The fight or flight response is your body’s built-in survival system.

It’s controlled by the sympathetic nervous system, which prepares the body to react quickly to stress or danger.

When this system activates, your body may experience:
• Increased heart rate
• Faster breathing
• Muscle tension
• Heightened alertness
• Reduced digestion and recovery

This response is helpful in short bursts.

But in modern life many people experience constant stress, which can leave the body stuck in this survival state — also known as sympathetic dominance.

When the body struggles to switch into rest and digest mode, people may notice:
• Difficulty relaxing
• Poor sleep
• Jaw tension
• Neck and shoulder tightness
• Headaches
• Digestive changes
Chiropractic care focuses on supporting the nervous system so the body can better regulate stress.

In practice, I often use Neural Organisation Technique (NOT) to help unwind stress patterns and support nervous system balance. NOT works by identifying these stress patterns and helping the nervous system reorganise how the body moves and functions.

Because when the nervous system feels safer, the body can finally relax.

— Dr Tayla
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What is “text neck”?Text neck is the strain placed on the neck from spending long periods of time looking down at phones...
13/04/2026

What is “text neck”?

Text neck is the strain placed on the neck from spending long periods of time looking down at phones, tablets or computers.

When the head tilts forward, it places much more pressure on the neck and upper back muscles.

Because screens are such a big part of modern life, text neck has become very common in both adults and children.

Common signs include:
• Neck pain or stiffness
• Tight shoulders
• Headaches
• Jaw tension
• Poor posture
• Upper back tension

Children and teenagers are especially affected because they often spend long periods using phones, tablets and laptops.

Chiropractic care focuses on improving how the neck, spine and nervous system are working together.

In practice, I often use Neural Organisation Technique (NOT) to help unwind tension patterns affecting posture and movement.

Because in a world full of screens, supporting healthy neck function is more important than ever.

— Dr Tayla
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What is autonomic dysfunction?Your autonomic nervous system controls many automatic functions in the body such as:• Hear...
06/04/2026

What is autonomic dysfunction?

Your autonomic nervous system controls many automatic functions in the body such as:
• Heart rate
• Digestion
• Breathing
• Blood pressure
• Sleep and recovery
• Stress responses

Normally, the body moves smoothly between fight or flight (stress mode) and rest and digest (recovery mode).

Autonomic dysfunction occurs when the nervous system struggles to regulate this balance.
This can leave the body feeling stuck in stress mode or struggling to regulate normal functions.

Common symptoms can include:
• Feeling constantly on edge
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Headaches
• Fatigue
• Digestive changes
• Poor sleep

Chiropractic care focuses on supporting the nervous system so the body can regulate stress more effectively.

In practice, I often use Neural Organisation Technique (NOT) to help unwind stress patterns and support better communication between the brain and body.

Because when the nervous system functions better, the body can too.

— Dr Tayla
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Did you know chiropractic care isn’t just for adults?Children’s bodies are constantly growing and adapting.From learning...
02/04/2026

Did you know chiropractic care isn’t just for adults?

Children’s bodies are constantly growing and adapting.

From learning to crawl and walk to sports, school and daily activities, their spine and nervous system are always developing.

The nervous system controls many important functions including:
• Movement and posture
• Sleep
• Digestion
• Immune function
• Stress responses

Paediatric chiropractic care focuses on supporting how the spine and nervous system are functioning during these important stages of development.

Adjustments for children are very gentle and specific, often using light pressure techniques.

Parents often seek chiropractic care for their kids when they notice:
• Poor posture
• Headaches
• Neck or back discomfort
• Growing pains
• Sports-related strains

In practice, I often use Neural Organisation Technique (NOT) which helps support how the nervous system coordinates muscles and movement.

Because when the body moves well and the nervous system is supported, children can grow and develop more comfortably.

— Dr Tayla
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What is Chiropractic?Many people think chiropractic is just about “cracking backs”… but it’s actually much more than tha...
30/03/2026

What is Chiropractic?

Many people think chiropractic is just about “cracking backs”… but it’s actually much more than that.

Chiropractic focuses on supporting the nervous system, which controls how your body moves, adapts and heals.

When joints in the spine or body aren’t moving properly, the nervous system can become stressed.

Chiropractic care helps restore healthy movement so the nervous system can communicate more clearly with the rest of the body.

In practice, this may involve adjustments, muscle work and nervous system based techniques.

I also use Neural Organisation Technique (NOT) which helps unwind stress patterns in the body and is a great option for people who prefer a gentler approach.

Chiropractic isn’t just about pain relief — it’s about helping your body function at its best.

— Dr Tayla
Unwind Chiropractic & Wellness

29/03/2026

You thought it was just a part of being busy…
The tension, the poor sleep, the overwhelm.
But your nervous system was just asking for support 🤍
And now everything feels a little easier.

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3 Essex Street
Perth, WA
6014

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6:15pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6:15pm
Thursday 8am - 6:15pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 12pm

Website

https://www.unwindchiropracticandwellness.com.au/

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