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Chiropractic Care and Occupational Therapy in Wembley, Perth
Articles on health and well-being from our Wembley chiropractors and occupational therapists.
Sports injuries are commonly caused by overuse, direct impact, or the application of force that is greater than the body part can structurally withstand. An injury that happens suddenly, such as a sprained ankle caused by an awkward footfall, is known as an acute injury.Chronic injuries are … [Read more...] about Sports Injuries
Chiropractors regularly treat sciatica and have terrific results.Sciatica is the Latin word for "Pain down the back of the leg" Sciatica is referred pain usually caused by trapping the sciatic nerve in the lower back. See back pain.The sciatic nerve runs from the lower back down through the … [Read more...] about Sciatica
What is good posture Posture is the position in which you hold your body upright against gravity while standing, sitting or laying down. Good posture helps to minimise the amount of strain imposed on our muscles, joints and ligaments whilst performing our daily activities.If you want an example … [Read more...] about Posture
What is osteoporosis?Osteoporosis is a disease in which the bones become fragile and brittle. They fracture more easily than normal bone. Even a minor bump or fall can cause a serious fracture. Half of all women and one-third of men over 60 in Australia will have a fracture due to … [Read more...] about Osteoporosis
What is Arthritis ?Arthritis is a major cause of disability and handicap in Australia affecting people of all ages and walks of life. Arthritis is not a single condition.Arthritis literally means inflammation of the joint.There are over 150 kinds of arthritis, all of which affect one or … [Read more...] about Joint Pain & Arthritis