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Research Shows Acupressure Beats Physical Therapy in Treating Low Back Pain
Apr 12, 2021
Aware of the side effects of using painkillers for a prolonged period, many people turn to natural therapies to address low back pain. Of all the modalities that can treat this condition, a 2006 research paper revealed that acupressure turned out most...Dorn Therapy for Sciatica
Dec 15, 2020
Do you experience frequent pain in your lower back which travels to your buttocks and down the calf? If so, you are clearly suffering from sciatica. This condition makes walking, or just merely standing, such an ordeal. Dorn therapy is a form of holistic...Biomesotherapy for Pain Management
Nov 02, 2020
Headaches, back pain, tendonitis and other types of pain hinder the body's ability to function and may get worse if these aren't addressed immediately. Prescription drugs provide short-term relief as the body reverts to its suffering state once their...Biomesotherapy & Sports Injuries
Aug 31, 2020
Pain tells the body that a problem needs to be addressed. Taking pain relievers in response to this message suppresses the symptoms and makes you think you're okay when in truth, the problem still lingers and gets worse each day. To alleviate pain...Should I See a Chiropractor or a Physiotherapist?
Jul 22, 2018
When you're faced with pain, especially if it's the first time, it's hard to know who to turn to. Can your GP help, or do you need someone more specialised, someone who treats your specific issue? Both physiotherapy and chiropractic professions specialise...How Much Does Acupuncture Cost?
Jan 08, 2018
Acupuncture is fast becoming one of the most well known and most popular complementary therapies, but how much does it cost? The good news is that it's cheaper than you may think. This article shows you the average cost of acupuncture in Australia...Hip Pain: Is Evolution to Blame?
Jan 20, 2017
Do you experience hip pain? You can blame your ancient ancestors. Because researchers believe hip pain is a hangover from evolution. The University of Oxford team say it's not only hip pain, but also shoulder and knee pain that we've inherited from...Acupuncture Eases Chronic Pain
Mar 18, 2016
Never tried acupuncture? Well, it might be time to try as scientists have unearthed yet another benefit of this ancient modality. Published in Acupuncture in Medicine journal, the study has found that customized acupuncture treatment can greatly reduce...Alexander Technique & Acupuncture for Chronic Neck Pain
Feb 15, 2016
Do you experience chronic neck pain? Then you might be interested in hearing that acupuncture and Alexander Technique have both been found to "significantly relieve" the pain. The supersized study from the UK's University of York, and published in...Can Yoga Boost Brain Health?
Jun 19, 2015
We know yoga is good for our body and soul, and now new research suggests it could prevent or treat the effects of chronic pain on the brain. If that's not an enticing enough reason to get into a backbend, we don't know what is! How does chronic pain...What is Network Spinal Analysis?
Dec 02, 2013
We live in a wonderful age, with so many new and natural ways to treat common ailments and improve our wellbeing. Network Spinal Analysis™ is just one evidence-based approach to health that may help you enjoy enhanced health and wellness. But exactly...Why Do You Need to Visit an Osteopath?
Jul 18, 2013
Did you know your body has the ability to heal itself? This is the central aim of osteopathy – to get your body back into balance and remove barriers to good health. In this article, we take a closer look at the role of an osteopath and why you might...Can You Have Too Many Massages?
Mar 20, 2013
Who doesn't like massage? Probably no one, right? Getting a massage is probably one of the go-to activities for people looking to destress, relax and just take their minds off their daily chores. Some people even like getting massages multiple times...Top Reasons Why You Need to Visit a Massage Therapist
Feb 08, 2013
If you've ever had a massage, you probably left the clinic feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. Feeling good is just one benefit from seeing a massage therapist. In this article, we look at a few other healthy reasons to book in for a massage. What is...Study: Vitamin D Reduces Menstrual Cramps
Aug 09, 2012
Primary dysmenorrhea is the medical term for a condition commonly and more descriptively known as menstrual cramps. A recent study indicates that vitamin D significantly reduces menstrual cramps in the majority of sufferers. While all the facts aren't...Massage Techniques for Arthritis
Feb 01, 2012
Doesn't matter why it's disappeared, but one of the quickest ways to get it back is with massage. Your smile, that is. We need lots of smiles; they're one of the simplest ways to make sure we have a constant stream of endorphins, otherwise known as...What is Pain Management?
Jan 09, 2012
Acute pain is pain that is felt for a relatively short period of time before it passes. Chronic pain is long-lasting pain that resists treatment. In either case, pain is something we all want to avoid if possible and manage as best we can if it cannot...Different Types of Arthritis
Jan 09, 2012
While we often think of arthritis as a single disease, over 100 different types of arthritis have been identified. An understanding of what arthritis is and some of the myths surrounding the disorder can help you find the right natural therapies for...What is Chronic Pain?
Jan 06, 2012
In the simplest terms, chronic pain is any pain that is long-lasting, recurrent or both. It can be mild, such as recurrent mild headaches, or severe and incapacitating. The causes of chronic pain range from the completely unknown, even by health professionals, to...A Full Body Approach to Treating Pain
Nov 23, 2011
If your therapist only worked on a specific area of your body, you may be wondering why you only got limited or no success. Physiotherapists, massage therapists, chiropractors and osteopaths all do it. They are taught to focus their work on a group...
