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Low Back Pain – Chronic
How many of you out there work at a desk, lifting heavy things, or bent in funny positions? Or do you drive long distances, or do things on the weekend that your lower back doesn’t quite feel ready...
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Low Back Pain – Acute Symptoms
Lower back pain is one of the top reasons people come to see me for massage. When you’re experiencing acute pain symptoms in the lower back it can be a little scary, sometimes anticipating the pain you...
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Relaxation
Relaxation. Something we all need and can just “never find the time” for (here I quote a number of my anonymous friends, clients and… myself ). It’s pretty simple really, we all need to hit the...
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Intro to Pilates core engagement
I’ve had a lot of people asking me if Pilates is a good idea lately. Most people who are asking are experiencing some low back pain and have been told by their doctor to do some core exercise. These...
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Is Mindful Breathing Important?
Just how important is your breath? And do you really need to focus on it? As a yoga practitioner and registered massage therapist with an interest in helping people excel in sports and athletic...
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Head Position And Neck Pain
I have clients ask me all the time about whether or not the position of their head is the reason they have neck pain. It makes sense, right? The further forward your head is the more weight pulling on...
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Neuroscience Nugget #01 – I’ve Got A High Pain Threshold
I’ve Got A High Pain Threshold So you mentioned that you have a high pain threshold. That’s great, you are obviously aware of your personal pain experiences. Let’s explore these a bit more. Pain...
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Neuroscience Nugget #02 – Pain Is A Defender Not An Offender
Pain Is A Defender Not An Offender Pain looks after you, it keeps you out of trouble. Although it feels unpleasant it causes you to change behaviour when you’re in trouble, helps you learn and guides...
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Neuroscience Nugget #03 – The Brain Is Boss
The Brain Is Boss The body tells the brain when it is in danger, not when it is in pain. Ultimately the brain is boss – it doesn’t have to listen to the danger messages that come in from the body and...
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Neuroscience Nugget #04 – The Crown Jewels
The Crown Jewels Imagine that the royal family has asked you to look after the crown jewels worth a million dollars for a week. Where would you keep them? In a safe! Just like us – our most precious...
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