Stacey Hutchings Biokineticists

26/10/2021

07/06/2021

Listen to your heart - it can save your Life. Knowing what a normal heart beat, (otherwise known as a pulse or heart rate) is can help you detect arrhythmias. An arrhythmia is an irregular or abnormal heart beat and can be present even without any symptoms. Checking your pulse regularly will help you to recognize abnormalities in your heart rate and thus, rhythm. Be wise, don't let disease hide in disguise.
Should you require specific guidance, and supervision to start or continue a physical activity program or rehabilitation, contact a Biokineticist on www.biokineticssa.org.za

20/03/2021

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19/09/2016

Babies NEED tummy time! At 11 months old, this little cutie should have a nicely rounded head, developed S curves in his neck and low back, and flexible legs that move in and out of various sitting positions. But, largely due to lack of time on his tummy and OVERUSE of "baby containers" such as bouncy seats, swings, and car seat carriers that go from car to grocery store to restaurant, he has positional plagiocephaly (flat skull) a big ol' C curve in his spine preventing him from getting on hands and knees to crawl, and hips and legs so tight he can't even straighten his knees! And these are only the outwardly visible problems...too much pressure on baby's spine and vision centers of the brain from lying on their backs are detrimental to development! So....tummy time, tummy time, tummy time! Do it!
ADDITIONAL INSIGHT:
Tummy time IS absolutely important for development! It doesn't have to be on the floor, but can be on the caregiver's chest, supported over their lap or bent knees, or on a nursing pillow for younger babies. Many of the comments we've read are stating babies shouldn't be placed in "unnatural" positions or those they can get out of. As developmental therapists, we specialize in the timeline of babies moving from the flexion posture (fetal position) through anti-gravity extension. The ONLY "natural" position for a baby is flexion. If you lay an infant on their back, i.e. In extension their arms flail and they think they're falling (this is the Moro reflex) and is why we swaddle babies to keep their arms and legs tucked in close like they were in the womb. The flexion tummy time provides is in fact very safe and natural. We urge you to find a specialist in your area if your baby struggles with reflux and isn't tolerating tummy time that can help develop strategies that will promote being off of their backs. AGAIN, this post is directed to parents and caregivers of babies who are typically developing and not those with special needs or other medical diagnoses. The baby in the picture fits this description. It is not meant to be judgmental but informative on what CAN happen. We are so pleased that it has opened up conversation between parents and health care providers to help prevent these issues from occurring.

01/08/2016

23/03/2016

04/03/2016

Learn the ONE Stretch That Relieves Plantar Fasciitis, Shin Splints, Achilles Pain, Heel Pain and Compartment Syndrome January 5, 2015 by Elisha Celeste If you have tight calves (and if you’re active you probably have tight calves) then your body will thank you for doing this stretch. First let me…

20/02/2016

Just so you know what your doing!!

04/02/2016

Forget everything you know about warming up. This is how it’s done.

19/01/2016

Whether you’re a chronic sitter, a daily exerciser, or a weekend warrior, you probably know stretching is a critical habit. By sending blood flow to your muscles and helping your joints move through their full range of motion, stretching improves your posture and athletic performance while lowering…

08/12/2015

I wanted to take a break from my back pain article series for this post, which actually fits in with it perfectly.  A few weeks back I spent the day at Connecticut Gymnastics Academy working with t…

25/07/2015

Tweet Is Your Microwave Cooking Making You Sick? A look at how microwaved food can negatively affect your health by Catherine Ebeling - RN, BSN & Mike Geary - Certified Nutrition Specialist co-authors - The Fat Burning Kitchen & The Top 101 Foods that FIGHT Aging Do you know what (besides a televisi…

14/07/2015

This is incredible. I have always believed in chiropractors...

The before and after photos say it all.

14/07/2015