With the digitalisation trend, studies have indicated that we are becoming less active and spending more time on devices. This can lead to posture problems which may only cause tiredness and discomfort at first. However, if left uncorrected, it can develop into severe pain and impact our wellbeing. Let us look at several common posture problems and can be done to help: Sitting Posture Many of us have jobs that require sitting at the office desks for an extended period. A common posture issue associated with this is slouching with a poking chin where the neck is not held straight. Over … [Read more...]
How to Avoid Sports Injuries and Aid a Speedy Recovery Through Sports Massage
An active lifestyle is part of a healthy lifestyle; however, do you regularly play sports, go to the gym, or perform strenuous exercises? While it is essential to stretch before exercising, strains and injuries can still happen. This is where Sports Massages can aid in a speedy recovery and prevent further injuries. So, how do Sports Massages help? Healing Muscle Damage You might already have had previous damage from exercise injury, and that the damage may still be present and causing you stiffness or pain. Having a Sports Massage can help with muscle recovery by increasing blood … [Read more...]
Massage & Chiropractic Care: Why These Treatments Work Best When Combined
Massage therapy and chiropractic care often yield the best results when working in unison with each other. Many massage therapists and chiropractors often work together and refer to one another to expedite their clients’ journeys to wellness. In many cases, we would recommend seeing the massage therapist first to loosen up the muscles in preparation for the treatment from the chiropractor. The Role of a Chiropractor Chiropractors deal with issues of the neuromusculoskeletal system. They use specific pressures in certain spots to realign the muscles, nerves, bones, ligaments and tendons … [Read more...]
How does Testosterone level affects men and how to know if it’s low.
What do you know about Testosterone? Or even more so, how do you feel about it? Women have been on oestrogen replacement for some 50 years now. Strange how it does not occur to men, even when they lose their sex drive, get continuously tired, or deeply depressed, or even when it’s obvious their wounds are healing slowly, that maybe something is missing - something that used to be there but is no longer. Men tend not to go to the doctor’s. They don’t like being told what to do, they put up with pain, depression, weakness, and most don’t raise their hand for help until it’s too late. That’s … [Read more...]
Welcoming Children’s Behavioural Therapy to our Centre
What is Behavioural Therapy? 'Behavioural therapy is still a relatively new practice in Australia, however it is widely recognised internationally. The role essentially involves bringing about positive changes in behaviours, through the development of behaviour plans and education. A behaviour therapist would have qualifications in psychology, social science, or behavioural science, and then also have specialised training in applied behavioural analysis' How does behavioural therapy work? 'Behavioural therapists teach a child how to behave appropriately to get what he/she needs, and to … [Read more...]
Therapeutic Wellness Massages at Empowering Wellness Clinic!
A therapeutic massage is always a welcomed treat. With the continuous hustle and bustle of everyday life, most people are left feeling stressed out and drained. A massage can do wonders in aiding with stress and tension. It is always advisable to seek therapeutic massages from a registered and trained professional. But, what are the differences in each therapeutic massage such as; relaxation massages and foot reflexology? And what are the benefits associated with each of them? Relaxation Massage A relaxation massage is a treatment massage used to reduce stress and anxiety. The … [Read more...]
Massage?? Which one should I choose?
How often do you say out loud “I need a massage!”. We hear you, and as such, we have a great team of massage therapists at Empowering Wellness who are ready to provide you with a fantastic massage suited to your individual needs. When you come in for your appointment, your professionally trained therapist will assess your most immediate needs and will help you decide which massage would be best suited for your initial treatment. The only two to choose from are Remedial and Relaxation Right? Wrong! We offer so many different and unique types of massage, each a specific treatment for a … [Read more...]
Stand Up For Your Health – Your Body Will Love You For It!
Have you ever been told that you need to stand up for yourself? Well this is very true in more ways than one! You need to stand up for your health! We are built to be upright and our bodies and cardiovascular system work much more efficiently that way. Approximately 60 per cent of Australian adults do less than the recommended 30 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity each day, so the less sitting or lying down you do during the day, the better your chances are for living a healthy life. During our work days, or lengthy study sessions, we end up sitting for prolonged periods … [Read more...]
Suffering from Muscle Immobility and Pain? Try Myofascial Release Therapy
Remedial Massage is a very popular treatment due to its wonderful therapeutic benefits, focusing on the body’s musculature and soft tissue to relieve tension and pain. It is a diverse therapy consisting of a number of different massage techniques such as Myofascial Release Therapy, which works on damaged or sore muscles, soft tissue, or joints. Before discussing the benefits of Myofascial Release Therapy, let’s look at what the Fascia System is. Fascia is a strong thin elastic-type web of connective tissue (similar to a ligament or tendon), which surrounds every muscle, bone, nerve, … [Read more...]
What Massage Treatment is right for You!
Almost all of us recognise the holistic health benefits of massage that many people experience including: Physical and emotional relaxation Improved circulation Greater flexibility and range of motion Improved sense of wellbeing Aids in the treatment of some inflammatory conditions such as arthritis Relieves aches and pains, and muscle tension However, there are a lot of different massage techniques to choose from, so how do you decide which one is likely to help you? To keep it simple, today we are going to focus on four main massage treatments. Relaxation Massage A … [Read more...]
