What to do about sciatica pain? Sciatica is one of the most common conditions that we see in the practice at Brookvale. As many as 40% of the population will have sciatica at one time or another. Sciatica is not just your typical lower back pain, it is very specific in its diagnosis and must […]
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A Life-Long Condition Conquered
Some conditions are life-long, and whilst there is no cure to get rid of them completely, there are ways to manage them, reduce their effects, and basically make life much easier. One of those conditions is known as Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or IBS. If you are a sufferer of IBS then you will understand very well […]
Hitting the ground running- a Sydney Chiropractor’s Guide on How to Prevent Painful Running Injuries
If you’re a keen runner then you will know that from time to time hitting the ground hard can cause pain, specifically in common areas, such as the knees, lower back, and ankles. If you’re constantly finding yourself aching or feeling the burn after a long run, it’s advisable to make sure you put a […]
What is a true food allergy?
Food allergies and intolerances are becoming more and more common.(1) Most people have what is known as an intolerance, and this is a totally different ball game to a real allergy, which can occasionally be life-threatening and in worst cases, fatal. The problem with a food allergy is that until it is diagnosed and the […]
Retained Neonatal Reflexes – Getting Help
When a child makes his or her entrance into the world, they are born with what we call primitive reflexes, or neonatal reflexes. These are tools which help him or her survive their early months of life, such as how to get attention, how to feed etc. Obviously as time goes on we would expect […]
Symptoms of Retained Neonatal Reflexes
Babies are born with certain reflexes, known as primitive or neonatal reflexes. Some of these reflexes, such as the rooting reflex and the sucking reflex, are vital to baby’s survival. Other reflexes are thought to be remnants of an earlier time in our evolutionary development. In most children, these reflexes fade as the baby’s brain […]
Run Faster, Ride Harder, Swim Longer – How chiropractic could help triathlon athletes
It’s common knowledge that a triathlon is one of the most challenging sporting events in the world. Athletes train tirelessly to reach the maximum levels of success, and back to back running, biking, and swimming takes its toll on even the fittest of individuals. Because of this, it’s no surprise that many end up with […]
Benefits of Babywearing for Mum and Baby
We’ve all seen mums lugging their babies around in carseats that weigh much more than baby does. Perhaps you’ve even been one of those mums. While it comes as no surprise that carrying baby in this way can cause back, neck, and shoulder problems for the person carrying baby, there is another disadvantage to carrying […]
The Anti-Inflammatory Diet and its Health Benefits
Inflammation is the body’s immune response to remove harmful pathogens, irritants, and damaged cells in order to start the healing process. Inflammation does not mean infection rather a sign or symptom of the body trying to heal itself. It acts as a self-protecting natural defense that helps wounds heal. Although inflammation is a good sign, […]
Understanding The Different Types Of Migraine And Non-Toxic Treatments
According to international healthcare group Bupa, about two million Australians are affected by migraines. Health specialists attribute the concerning statistics to the predominantly unhealthy lifestyle that most people have nowadays which is composed of a poor diet, stressful daily demands, and lack of schedule regularity. Aside from these, there are other known migraine triggers, such […]
