Yass Spine Centre

18/08/2022

The message is loud and clear. We should try to exercise and move our spine and body through a range of movement activities each day. Whether you walk, run, go to the gym, or garden, all activities are good. Your spine and brain need daily movement to stay healthy, flexible and strong.

We’ve all been told our whole lives we need ‘good’ posture: sit up straight, stand straight with shoulders back, and lift by bending the knees. It turns out there’s really no evidence for that advice.

29/09/2019

Another good study (Stanford University) showing the benefits of a standing workstation. If you can't manage to transition to a standing workstation then it is important to move around as often as you can.

If you have spinal pain or find standing causes you discomfort then have your spine assessed by a university trained health professional.

Yass Spine Centre Ph 6226 2902 or w:yassspinecentre.com.au

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18/09/2019

We hear it all the time sitting is bad for us. It places increased loads upon our spine, peripheral joints and may cause other health issues. Moving regularly and being active offers great protection against its harm.

So in summary think about the following:

1. Reduce the total amount of time you spend sitting. Never sit longer than 30-60mins.
2. Break up long periods of sitting with movement, (take a short walk)
3. Vary your sitting posture.

Remember there is no one good posture. Our bodies are meant to move regularly.

If you are experiencing spinal pain or difficultly with movement talk to a professional who is university trained to assess and offer the best spine health advice.

Call us on 6226 2902 or book on-line w:yassspinecentre.com.au

Contrary to what you might think, there's not one right way to sit. According to the principles of ergonomics, there are three good options.

25/08/2019

Spinal or back pain affects many people. It is the most common cause of pain, disability and lost productivity at work. Unmanaged it can lead to chronic or persistent pain and a poorer quality of life.

Thankfully most conditions respond well to treatment and self directed exercises. A chiropractor is university trained to assess, diagnose and provide a range of treatment options, including exercises to help you.

14/08/2019

We hear it all the time sitting is bad for us. It places increased loads upon our spine, peripheral joints and may cause other health issues. Moving regularly and being active offers great protection against its harm.

So in summary think about the following:

1. Reduce the total amount of time you spend sitting. Never sit longer than 30-60mins.
2. Break up long periods of sitting with movement, (take a short walk)
3. Vary your sitting posture.

Remember there is no one good posture. Our bodies are meant to move regularly.

If you are experiencing spinal pain or difficultly with movement talk to a professional who is university trained to assess and offer the best spine health advice.

Book on-line @ yassspinecentre.com.au or call 6226 2902 during clinic hrs.

Contrary to what you might think, there's not one right way to sit. According to the principles of ergonomics, there are three good options.

13/08/2019

Winter for many means prolonged periods of time inside and less time outside being active. A healthy and pain free spine requires regular movement and exercise to keep the supporting muscles and nervous system functioning well.

If you have any any spinal pain or suffer with reduced movement, talk to a chiropractor who is university trained to offer you the best advice about maintaining better movement and feeling less pain.

Call us on 6226 2902 or book online w:yassspinecentre.com.au

Although winter can be a dreary time, don't give your spine the cold shoulder and maintain your spinal health this chilly season.

31/07/2019

The brain is the most important organ in the body and it needs exercise. Current thinking says the brain is "motor-centric". It developed and functions better in an environment of constant movement.
If your brain is healthy then all other brain functions will work better.
If you are having trouble taking "your brain for a walk" due to spinal / muscle pain or persistent headaches, talk to someone who can help
A chiropractor is university trained to assess, treat and help you manage your spinal pain.
We can help you get walking again.

To book an appointment go to www.yassspinecentre.com.au

Neuroscientist Shane O’Mara believes that plenty of regular walking unlocks the cognitive powers of the brain like nothing else. He explains why you should exchange your gym kit for a pair of comfy shoes and get strolling

06/03/2019

Migraine headaches are common and extremely debilitating to almost 1 in 5 Australians. However you don't need to go to the world summit to get the best information about migraine headaches. Several clinical studies have shown that Chiropractic is both safe and effective in helping people who suffer from migraines.

Chiropractors are registered health professionals who are university trained to assess and help manage your headaches.

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11/02/2019

Regular walking produces many health benefits, including reducing our risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes and depression.
We often hear 10,000 is the number of steps to strive for in a day but there is no direct evidence to support this actual number.
Many studies do find taking more steps is associated with better health outcomes.
1. 10 per cent reduction in the occurrence of metabolic syndrome (a collection of conditions that increase your risk of diabetes, heart disease and stroke)
2. An Australian study demonstrated that each 1000-step increase per day reduced the risk of dying prematurely of any cause by 6 per cent, with those taking 10,000 or more steps having a 46 per cent lower risk of early death.
3. Australian study from 2017 showed people with increasingly higher step counts spent less time in hospital.

The bottom line is the more steps, the better.

The target was originally popularised as part of a marketing campaign, and has been subject to some criticism since.

04/02/2019

Study finds that NOT exercising is worse for your health than smoking or diabetes.

The benefits of exercise were seen across all ages, in both men and women, IT IS NEVER TOO LATE TO START SOME TYPE OF EXERCISE / MOVEMENT IN YOUR DAY.

Why not talk to a professional who is university trained, who can help you make that start and feel better about yourself.

27/08/2018

There’s good evidence to suggest that opioids are effective at relieving pain in the short term. But few studies have assessed their benefits after 12 weeks’of usage.

Taking a proactive approach to managing persistent is always best.
A chiropractor is university trained to provide best advice on treatments, exercises, and other management strategies to help you.
You can contact us on 6226 2902 or to make an appointment go to www.yassspinecentre.com.au

The US opioid epidemic killed more than 40,000 people in 2016 – now, other countries are at risk.

14/08/2018

It doesn't come in a blister pack or a pill bottle and it's free. The side effects are beneficial and long lasting. It's called EXERCISE.

We all know that exercise is good for us but Anja Taylor from ABC reveals just how effective it can be.(Read more here: http://ow.ly/QXaX30lnla7 )

Yass Spine Centre will listen and discuss your problem with you. We will provide supportive treatment to help reduce your pain and get you moving again. We will also advise and help you begin an exercise program that will have long lasting results and put you in charge of your pain and improve your lifestyle.

Contact us at www.yassspinecentre.com.au to make an appointment or ring us during clinic hours Tues 1-5pm or Fri 1-6pm.