Many clients with hip, low back, or knee issues present with a gait pattern dominated by hamstring recruitment, often due to poor gluteal engagement. This compensation can lead to inefficient movement, overuse of the posterior chain, and decreased pelvic stability.
Read MoreWhen performing a VO2 max test, two key ventilatory thresholds are identified: VT1 (First Ventilatory Threshold) and VT2 (Second Ventilatory Threshold). These thresholds indicate shifts in how your body utilizes energy and can help guide training zones effectively.
A MaxVO2 test it so much more than just knowing what your upper limit is. Its about understanding the metabolic journey your body goes through on the way there helping you to strategically maximise your training efforts and minimise your risk of injury. By knowing your VT1 and VT2, you can structure workouts to maximize endurance, efficiency, and race performance.
Read MoreMaxVO2 testing with VO2 Master provides crucial insights into an individual's aerobic fitness and offers a window into their overall health status. By understanding and improving your MaxVO2, you can enhance your performance, reduce the risk of chronic diseases, boost your immune system, and improve recovery from musculoskeletal injuries.
Read MoreHip pain is a common complaint that can affect people of all ages, from athletes to office workers. One of the lesser-known but significant causes of hip discomfort is Functional Anterior Hip Impingement (FAHI). This condition occurs when the front of the hip joint becomes compressed due to poor movement patterns, muscle imbalances, or altered biomechanics. Left untreated, FAHI can lead to chronic pain and limit daily activities or athletic performance.
Read MoreNothing captures a whole-body behaviour quite like motion capture running assessments. Not only do we use these for runners looking to improve performance or manage injury but also non-runners. In both groups running assessments allow us to enhance our understanding of how the body works in ways that classic orthopaedic and neurological evaluations can fall sometimes short.
For video running analysis we use specialised software called MEASURZ. This program can slow down, zoom in, and provide frame-by-frame breakdowns of the runner’s gait as well as gives us a detailed biomechanical analysis of where each body part is in space. By using video technology to capture and analyse a runner’s movement, this method provides insights that can help improve performance, prevent injuries, and correct inefficiencies in a runner’s gait.
Read MoreSpinal stiffness can significantly affect balance, impacting a person's ability to maintain stability and perform coordinated movements. Here are some ways in which spinal stiffness can influence balance:
Read MoreAs we move into the colder, shorter and darkers days of the year its important to recognise that we are seasonal creatures. Our biology will pivot and shift during thes months of the year so it is natural to feel a little more lethargic and really important to take this into account.
Read MoreNeck strength, isnt about just your head and neck. It’s about the way your neck muscles, especially the deeper ones intergrate into whole body core control playing a role in not just stabilising the head on the neck but also:
the upper rib cage
the shoulder girdle
assisting in exertional breath control aiding to fill the top of the lungs
balance
& visual performance
Foraminal stenosis, is a narrowing of the foraminal space (i.e. the space between the discs and joints of the spine that the nerves come out of) leading to nerve compression. While traditional medical interventions like medications, cortisone injections and surgery are often considered, chiropractic care offers a non-invasive and holistic approach to managing the symptoms of foraminal stenosis and helping to avoid a progression of degeneration in other segments of the spine.
Read MoreThe metabolic characteristics of intervertebral discs, including their limited blood supply, low metabolic rate, and challenges in nutrient diffusion, as well as factors such as inflammation, cellular senescence, and matrix remodelling, collectively contribute to the protracted healing timeline associated with disc injuries. Understanding these metabolic aspects is essential for developing strategies to promote and expedite the healing process while minimizing the risk of complications and recurrent injuries.
Read MoreNerve tension, also known as nerve entrapment or neural tension, can manifest in various ways and often affects the upper and lower limbs. This condition occurs when nerves become compressed or irritated, leading to a range of symptoms that can significantly impact daily activities. Understanding the signs of nerve tension and proper testing methods is crucial for accurate diagnosis and effective management.
Read MoreDysfunction of the Vagus nerve can lead to a range of symptoms. These may include irregular heartbeats, digestive issues, anxiety, depression, and trouble concentrating. Since the Vagus nerve is closely tied to the body's stress response, dysfunction can impact overall mental and physical health. Often a structural root cause to these varied problems can be overlooked!
Read MorePlantar Fasciitis and Postural Dysfunction are two common musculoskeletal issues that many people experience. While they may seem unrelated at first, there is a significant connection between these two conditions. In this post, we will explore the relationships between plantar fasciitis and postural dysfunction and how addressing one can often alleviate the other.
Read MoreNot getting results from your Chiropractic treatment? Here are the traps you’ll need to navigate!
Read MoreChiropractic care can be a valuable resource for individuals struggling with osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint condition that causes pain and stiffness. Chiropractors primarily focus on the neuro-musculoskeletal system and play a crucial role in treating the underlying cause as well as managing osteoarthritis and its symptoms.
Read MoreOur children’s lives have changed and so too we must change what we do to compensate for this. Our children aren’t growing up the way we did so we need to consider that they need types of help and support that we did not. The best place to start is with a chiropractic check-up and regular maintenance, guidance and education to keep growing bodies in good alignment for the years to come.
We teach our kids to swim so they don’t drown, we now also need to teach our kids how to survive on dry land so their bodies don’t degenerate prematurely.
Read MoreInflammation is a natural and essential response of the body's immune system to injury or infection. While anti-inflammatory medications are commonly used to manage pain and inflammation, it's important to understand their potential impact on the natural healing process. In this post, we'll explore why long-term use of anti-inflammatories can retard the body's natural healing mechanisms and potentially result in poorer outcomes.
Read MorePlagiocephaly, commonly known as flat head syndrome, is a condition characterized by the flattening of one side of an infant's head causing it to be mis-shapend. While it can be concerning for parents, there are effective treatment options available, including chiropractic care. In this post, we'll explore the benefits of children's chiropractic in the management of plagiocephaly and how it can promote healthy development for your little one. 🧒🌱
Read MoreWhen it comes to movement, we often strive to specialize and excel in specific activities and sports or worst still your specialisation is sitting in a chair all day! Specialisation can offer advantages such as improved performance and skill mastery. However, it's crucial to consider the potential drawbacks associated with focusing too narrowly— the specialization cost of movement.
Read MoreWhen someone walks into our office at Well Aligned seeking treatment, there is one unmistakable factor that stands out above all else: their attitude. The way our clients approach and perceive their treatment journey at Well Aligned often becomes the defining element of their success. 🚀🔑
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