Swollen feet and ankles can be commonly associated with either oedema or an inflammatory response to injury or infection. Standing for too long or consuming excess salt through your diet can also cause excess fluid retention.
Hey there, soon-to-be moms! Pregnancy is a magical ride, but it does come with its set of changes, especially in the pelvis. If you’re a chiropractic patient, understanding these shifts is key. Today, we’re going to explore how your Sacroiliac (SI) joints and some hormonal magic play a starring role in this journey and why a bit of chiropractic care can make it all a smoother ride.
The short answer is yes. A chiropractor can help treat whiplash. Whiplash injuries are one of the most common presentations at The Wellness Place.
Within your NDIS Plan you may see the term “functional capacity assessment” within the area of funding for Occupational Therapy.
A functional capacity assessment is an all-encompassing assessment that addresses all areas of your life to identify strengths and barriers, areas requiring assistive technology or additional support or funding from NDIS and areas where your needs are adequately met.
Occupational Therapy (OT) is the use of assessment and intervention to develop, recover or maintain the meaningful activities, roles, or occupations of individuals, groups or communities in every day life. This includes: taking care of oneself and others, working, volunteering, participating in hobbies and social or leisure activities.
Our Naturopath – Meagan Grossman has put together a 3 part series to kickstart your mindfulness practice and this is the first instalment in the series.
Have you heard of journaling before? Perhaps it’s something you did when you were younger and grew out of. Maybe you’ve heard of it before but don’t know where to start. Or maybe this is the first you’ve heard of it. Either way, if you are looking at improving your feelings of stress and increasing mindfulness in your life, it is the perfect place to start.
This is a three-part journey into the introduction of journaling techniques which aims to improve feelings of self-compassion, mindfulness, stress and even improve sleep quality and onset time.
In the next blogpost, we are going to dive into self-reflection activities but before we get into that, we first have to understand ourselves and what better way to start than with understanding our core values!
Values
To understand yourself, you first need to understand your values for right now. Emphasis on right now is important as our values can change daily, as we get older, and as circumstances change.
What are values?
Values are things in life that resonate with you. They summarise what makes up the person that you want to be. As we get caught up in life and stress, we sometimes lose sight of the person we are working towards embodying and can end up acting out of emotion and impulse more than we would like. When we have a clear summary of our values, we can actively make choices that align with them which puts us back on track to hitting our goals.
Your activities:
Keep them handy in a notebook or in your phone. We will be building on this in the next blogpost.
It is a common question and often a point of confusion as to what a podiatrist does, as far as treatment and scope of practice.
Most of our time is spent assessing, diagnosing, and treating lower limb conditions. In terms of our training most undergraduate programs are 4 years of full-time university with a focus on biochemistry, human biomechanics, anatomy and physiology, in addition to podiatry specific clinical practice and associated study.
The primary benefits of Pilates are core muscle strengthening and posture correction. Here are some specific benefits you may experience:
Increased strength, muscular control, flexibility, and mobility
Improved posture and balanced muscles
Improved joint health and bone density
improved balance
Rehabilitation for back pain and extremity pain
Improved pelvic health
Decreased pregnancy-related pain and strengthened core postpartum
Whether it’s a recent knee injury or a nagging pain that just won’t go away, you’ve decided to seek help. You’re probably wondering, ‘Should I see a doctor or a physio for my knee pain?’
The answer depends on your symptoms. While physiotherapists can treat a variety of knee injuries and reduce pain successfully, there are situations in which you should contact a doctor.
Covid-19 and its many vaccines has probably been one of the most discussed topics over the last year. With the current mandates in place for WA regarding the covid 19 vaccine and boosters, you may be curious as to how to support your body naturally before and after the vaccine. While research is generally limited regarding the benefits of natural immune support alongside the covid vaccine, there are a few things you can try to prevent the incidence of unwanted side effects and boost recovery after. We asked our Naturopath, Meagan Grossman, what measures we need to take before we have our Covid-19 vaccine (or any vaccine for that matter).
Zinc
Zinc plays an important role in the immune system. It also promotes wound healing, improves digestive function, and is involved in taste and smell. Consuming foods that are high in zinc such as oysters, red meat and cashews may be helpful in supporting your immune function following vaccination. If you are vegan, vegetarian or not consuming enough of the foods that are high in zinc; supplementation may be beneficial. It is always best to consult with a naturopath regarding any supplementation to ensure you are taking a supplement that is most suitable to your needs.
High dose vitamin C
Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant that is essential for immune system function. Consuming foods that are high in vitamin C may be beneficial for immune support and recovery post covid vaccine. Some foods high in vitamin C include:
Supplementation of vitamin C can also be helpful but again, it is always best to consult with a Naturopath to get the right product for you.
Vitamin D
Vitamin D is otherwise known as the sunshine vitamin as the sun’s UV rays are converted by the body into vitamin D. With a lot of the population working indoors, low vitamin D levels are generally common among Australians – particularly during the colder months. Vitamin D is important for optimal immune function and bone health. While most of our vitamin D comes from the sun, some foods contain high amounts of vitamin D.
Ways to increase intake of vitamin D:
Cardiovascular support
Support cardiovascular health by increasing your intake of omega 3 rich foods such as fatty fish or start supplementation of a good quality fish oil. Herbs such as Ginkgo biloba and Astragalus membranaceus may also be helpful in supporting cardiovascular health post vaccination.
Herbal medicine
Herbal medicine is rich in antioxidants and plant constituents that may assist in supporting the whole body following vaccination.
When considering a diet plan or supplementation, it is always best to consult with a Naturopath to ensure the product is right for you and your needs. Do not start supplementation without consulting with a health practitioner first as it may interfere with the current medication you are taking.
Take away
Diets high in fatty fish, a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, and nuts are important to maintain optimal health during times of increased stress (ie. following a covid 19 vaccine). Getting outdoors often is important to ensure optimal vitamin D levels are maintained. If you feel your diet is not meeting its nutrient requirements, discuss a diet plan with a nutritionist and consult with a Naturopath if you feel supplementation is necessary.