Why is subluxation pandemic in industrialised (‘western’) societies? “Sitting is to the spine, as sugar is to the teeth” – Dr James Chestnut Many people never see a chiropractor, and often those that do come only as after trying everything else, and usually because they want help with a pain or a symptom. What most … Read more
Lifetime Chiropractic Care? Is Lifetime Chiropractic Care a requirement for an Ideal life? Yes…and No! We must re-affirm that the statement above is NOT recommending excessive or unnecessary levels or frequency of chiropractic care. Please also note that we are referring to an ‘ideal life’ – the best possible life, where chiropractic care is ONE … Read more
Regular Chiropractic care is a healthcare choice MANY people add into their lives and then maintain for long periods of time, if not a lifetime – they choose to receive regular chiropractic adjustments because of the results they experience and the functional changes they experience in their lives. Disclaimer: We MUST emphasise that we do … Read more
Moving Is Life! Key #3 is about improving quality and quantity of movement – because moving is life! We look at posture, efficiency, sedentary lifestyles or repetitive movements, breath, stretching, balance, coordination, flexibility, strength, power, push-pull, functional training, aerobic and anaerobic fitness, lifting techniques, ergonomics, sitting and more… The Vibrant Life Keys are all about … Read more
Key #4 is about mental and emotional health, they way we think, communicate, are inspired and engage with ourselves – inside our own heads! Thinking and Feeling as a Vibrant Life Key is as much about common mental health issues such as anxiety and depression, general sadness, self-esteem, judgement, grief, guilt, shame, vulnerability, empowerment, confidence, … Read more
Key #5 acknowledges the vital role social connection, tribe and support play in human health and wellbeing. It is about sharing, cooperation, intimacy, involvement, contribution, relationships – primary partner, kids/family, friendships. It looks at ritual, vulnerability, love, nurture, safety, feeling important, belonging, appreciation. And it looks at commitment to others… The Vibrant Life Keys … Read more
Key #2 is about improving your internal chemistry; it is so VERY important to health and wellbeing. Sometimes called the internal ‘mileux’ or even the internal ‘soup’ – this is the interplay of nutrition, hydration, drugs, acidity, neurotransmitters, hormones, inflammatory mediators and more. This all happens within the watery environment of self – the exchange, … Read more
Learning about Stress Physiology can help you Live a more Vibrant Life! Stress is a ubiquitous contributor to dysfunction – and knowing more about it can drive different behaviours and choices! Let’s face it – we all have some idea in our minds of what ‘stress’ or ‘being stressed’ means to us. These ideas though … Read more
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