Neck Pain & Dizziness: Understanding Cervicogenic Vertigo and How Chiropractic Care Helps
Ever felt dizzy or lightheaded after turning your head, sitting at your desk too long, or waking up with a stiff neck? That disorienting, “off-balance” feeling could be more than just fatigue — it might be Cervicogenic Vertigo. This condition connects two common complaints — neck pain and dizziness — and often surprises people because […]
Stress, Screens, and Stiffness: The Hidden Trio Behind Your Neck Pain
If you’ve ever rubbed your neck after a long day and thought, “Why does it feel like I’ve been carrying the world on my shoulders?”—you’re not alone. Neck pain is one of the most common issues we see, and often it’s not just one thing causing it. Instead, it’s usually a trio: stress, screens, and […]
Why Your Vertigo Might Start in the Neck – And What to Do About It
Most people think vertigo is purely an “inner ear” issue, but the truth is, your neck might have more to do with those dizzy spells than you realise. In Geelong, many people walk through our doors unsure why they keep experiencing that unsettling spinning sensation, and often the cause lies higher up—in the cervical spine. […]
How Your Daily Habits Might Be Fueling Neck Pain – And What to Do Instead
Let’s be real—most of us don’t realise just how many small things we do each day can add up to serious tension in the neck and shoulders. From scrolling on your phone to slouching at your desk, it’s often these everyday habits that quietly build into something bigger: that nagging, dull ache that never quite […]
Neck Pain Isn’t Just a Bad Pillow – The Everyday Habits Making It Worse
Let’s talk about that annoying neck pain you wake up with. You know the one. The kind that makes it hard to turn your head in the morning or lingers long into your workday. Naturally, we all want to blame the pillow—and sometimes, sure, it is the pillow. But more often than not, your body’s […]
Waking Up with a Sore Neck? What Your Body Might Be Telling You..
It starts the moment you open your eyes—you try to move, and suddenly there’s that all-too-familiar stiffness through your neck. Maybe it feels like a dull ache, maybe it’s sharp when you turn your head, or maybe it’s just enough to make getting dressed a little harder than usual. If you’re waking up with a […]
Why Waiting It Out Doesn’t Work for Chronic Pain + What to Do Instead
We’ve all been there. You tweak your back lifting something weird, your neck feels locked after a long night at the desk, or an old injury starts acting up again. And you think, “It’ll go away on its own.” Sound familiar? If it does, you need to read this on why waiting for chronic pain […]
When to See a Chiropractor for Chronic Pain + Tips
Chronic discomfort can make even simple activities difficult. Whether it’s a persistent ache in your back, stiffness in your neck, or tension that won’t go away, knowing when to seek help is important. Many people consider spinal adjustments and manual therapies to help improve movement and ease ongoing discomfort. If you’re wondering whether it’s time […]
Simple Ways to Improve Mobility and Flexibility for a Pain-Free Life
Have you ever felt stiff when you wake up in the morning or struggle to bend and move like you used to? You’re not alone. Mobility and flexibility are essential for daily life—whether it’s reaching for something on a high shelf, bending down to tie your shoes, or simply walking without discomfort. The good news? […]
Understanding Chronic Pain and Its Triggers
Chronic pain is pain that lasts for three months or more. Unlike acute pain, which is temporary and typically caused by an injury, chronic pain can persist even after the initial cause is resolved. It might stem from conditions like arthritis, nerve damage, or even long-term stress on your muscles and joints. Living with this […]
Exploring the Emotional Impact of Living with TMJ Disorders
Living with a temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder can affect much more than just the physical mechanics of chewing or speaking. While the symptoms of TMJ disorders—such as jaw pain, headaches, and clicking sounds—are often discussed, the emotional toll they take on individuals is equally significant but less frequently addressed. Chronic discomfort and limitations caused by […]
Top 10 Signs You Need To See Chiropractor for Your Back Pain
Back pain is one of the most common health complaints, affecting millions of people worldwide. Whether it’s a sharp twinge, dull ache, or chronic discomfort, back pain can significantly impact your daily life and overall well-being. While some back pain may resolve on its own, there are certain signs that indicate you might need professional […]
How you can get the most from Chiropractic Care
Like most things in life, the best option for you might not always be the better option for another. Our approach to health of course, is really no different. Depending on whether we approach our health consciously or not, can determine whether we decide to take a reactive or proactive approach to our health. An […]
5 Things About Neck Pain You May Not Know
5 Things About Low Back Pain You May Not Know
According to the World Health Organisation in 2020, low back pain affected 619 million people globally, which is approximately 9% of the global population. Women tend to be impacted more than men, approximately 1.5x more so. The prevalence of low back pain increases with age, peaking in people aged 45 to 55 years old. The […]
5 Facts about the TMJ you may not know
The temporomandibular joint (otherwise referred to as TMJ) is a common area of complaint our Geelong TMJ chiropractors often experience. The TMJs are the two joints comprised of muscles, ligaments and discs, that connect your jaw to your skull. At Empowered Health Chiropractic, our experienced TMJ chiropractors understand the importance of a personalised treatment approach […]
Sleep – Best Practices & Recommendations
At Empowered Health Chiropractic, our Geelong chiropractors understand the important role sleep has on our health and wellbeing. It only takes a few sub-optimal nights of sleep to quickly see the downside sleep can have on our energy, mood and productivity. Reduced sleep quality also increases our sensitivity to stress and pain, increased injury risk […]
Are You Exercising Enough? How To Meet The Current Guidelines
At Empowered Health Chiropractic, our Geelong chiropractors understand the importance of livelong exercise and physical activity for our health, yet to our surprise, over 55% of Australians do not meet the current guidelines for exercise & physical activity according to their age group or category. In this article, our Geelong chiropractor Luka, will dive into […]
7 Facts About Chiropractic That You May Not Know
1> Chiropractors often take a holistic approach, meaning the body is considered system and that all parts of the body work together in order to allow us to function optimally. Underlying this, chiropractic philosophy sees the spine and nervous systems as the foundations of health and that by improving the function of the spine and […]
Improve Your Sleep With These 3 Tips
Sleep is essential for our physical, mental and overall health. When we don’t get enough sleep, we can experience fatigue, difficulty concentrating, mood swings, and an increased risk of workplace and exercise-related injuries. There are many things we can do to improve our sleep quality, in this article our Geelong chiropractors will highlight some of […]
Chiropractic Techniques for Low Back Pain: What to Expect
Low back pain is a prevalent condition that can significantly impact daily life and overall well-being. Seeking chiropractic care is a popular choice for many individuals seeking non-invasive and drug-free treatment options. Our Geelong chiropractors employ a variety of techniques to address low back pain and promote spinal health. In this blog post, we will […]
How Your Posture Can Affect Your TMJ
Your posture, and more notably, your head, neck and upper back posture can affect your TMJ in a number of ways. When you hold your head forward, it can place extra strain on the muscles and ligaments in your neck, head and jaw. What our TMJ chiropractors often see, that over time this can lead […]
How To Decide On The Best Chiropractor In Geelong For You
Deciding on which chiropractor is best for you can be a challenging task. The reason being, this decision is ultimately based on a variety of important factors. Rather than going through the key characteristics our team believe make up a great chiropractor, we have decided to list the characteristics we embody at Empowered Health Chiropractic, […]
How Chiropractic Care Can Help TMJ Pain
At Empowered Health Chiropractic, our experienced TMJ chiropractors incorporate a multi-modal approach to managing a range of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, from acute flare ups to chronic joint and disc conditions. Our Geelong chiropractors can help with TMJ disorders by: Improving jaw joint mechanics. This can help to reduce pain and improve function. Releasing muscle […]
How Can Dry Needling Help With TMJ Pain?
Dry needling is a type of treatment that involves inserting thin, sterile needles into specific points in the body. It is a strategy our Geelong TMJ chiropractors often use to treat muscle pain and other conditions, including temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder. TMJ disorders affect the temporomandibular joint, which is the joint that connects your jaw […]
Clenching Or Grinding Your Jaw? How To Help
Jaw clenching or grinding, otherwise known as bruxism, can be a common yet problematic issue when managing TMJ and facial pain. Bruxism can be further distinguished as sleep bruxism, awake bruxism and non-specified bruxism. In order to effectively relieve and manage jaw clenching or grinding, we must initially understand the underlying cause of the behaviour. […]
Do You Have TMJ Disorder? How To Recognise The Signs
At Empowered Health, our Geelong chiropractors are experienced in dealing with temporomandibular joint dysfunction, or otherwise known as TMJ disorder. According to demographical research, it is thought that up to 70% of the population exhibit signs of TMJ dysfunction, with 10% of this group going on to experience symptoms related to the TMJ. Our Geelong […]
Top Ways To Improve Your Spine Health
One of the most common questions our Geelong chiropractors get asked by our clients – What can I do to improve my spine health? While there isn’t a simple answer, however, like most facets of our health, consistency plays a large role. While there may be better, or more effective methods, the best method is […]
Top Tips To Improve Your Spine Posture This Year
Living in the Western world, we are spending more time than ever sitting at a desk, behind the wheel or relaxing on the couch with technology. These repetitive behaviours have a compounding effect on our posture, eventually confirming the argument, we are a product of our environment and habits. Our posture is a constant physical […]
Chiropractic for TMJ Pain
What is the TMJ? The temporomandibular joint, otherwise better known as the TMJ, is the articulation between the temporal bone of the cranium, the disc and the condyle of the mandible. This paired joint comprises of two key motions, rotation and translation, both of which allow the mouth to open and close. This functional relationship […]
Low Back Pain & Chiropractic Care
Low back pain is a common complaint and reason people seek care from our chiropractors in Geelong, often affecting people of all ages. While it can be debilitating, there are many effective treatments available that are considered non-invasive, natural and evidence based. Chiropractic care is one such option that has gained popularity in recent years. […]