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Spring Back Into Health: Hay Fever

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What is Hay Fever?

​Hay fever is the common name for a condition called allergic rhinitis, which means an allergy that affects the nose. Most people associate hay fever with spring, when airborne pollens from grasses are at their peak. However, hay fever can occur at any time of the year.
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Your nose acts as a filter. The tiny hairs and mucus that line the nasal passages trap dust, pollens and other microscopic particles. A person with hay fever is allergic to some of the particles that get trapped in the nose, such as pollen. 

An allergic reaction means the immune system treats a harmless substance as if it is dangerous, and launches an ‘attack’. The nasal passages become inflamed and more mucus is produced.

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Supplements and Other Options to Treat Hay Fever

If it’s not possible to avoid your allergy triggers, supplements and other over the counter natural options can be helpful. Available options include nasal sprays, tablets and eye drops. Read labels carefully and take all supplements as directed.
Brauer Sinus Tablets Relief

​Sinus Tablets include ingredients such as Silica and Purple Pasque Flower that are traditionally used in homeopathic medicine to help relieve the symptoms of sinusitis and sinus pain.

Magnesium

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​Magnesium is an important mineral for improving immune function, and repairing the sinus passage that has been damaged. The mineral is excellent for reducing the nasal congestion by removing the excess mucus from the sinus passages and accelerate the healing process.
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Magnesium aids in fighting bacterial, viral and fungal infection and also lowers the chances of chronic sinusitis.  Food sources for magnesium include pumpkin seed, black beans, sesame seed, squash seed, watermelon seeds, peanuts, wheat germ, oyster, broccoli, whole grain cereal, tofu and soy milk etc.
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10 Steps to Prevent Hay Fever

Determine what it is that you are allergic to

  • The first step in controlling hay fever is to find out what you are allergic to. Maybe you know, from years of hay fever symptoms, that it’s tree or grass pollen in the spring, or ragweed in the fall.

Pay attention to the pollen counts in your area

  • There’s now a nationwide network that collects and broadcasts pollen and mold counts—important information for people affected by these common allergens. Counts may be described as “absent,” “low,” “moderate,” “high,” or “very high,” and often are provided in weather forecasts. http://www.weatherzone.com.au/pollen-index/

Stay indoors on bad pollen/mold days

  • When pollen counts are high, people with severe hay fever symptoms should stay indoors—especially between 5 and 10 in the morning, when pollens are most prevalent. If possible, use an air conditioner, and keep the filters clean to avoid blowing allergens around. Avoid contact with pets that have been outdoors—they can carry pollen inside.

Shower after you go outdoors

  • If you have hay fever triggered by outdoor allergens, it’s important to shower and wash your hair after spending time outside when the pollen count is high—especially before going to bed. Showering helps remove pollen from your skin and hair and can help prevent a nighttime allergy attack.

Avoid smoke and other irritants

  • Smoking—as well as secondhand smoke and smoky environments—insect sprays, fresh paint, and other households chemicals can worsen symptoms of hay fever for many people. If you have allergies, it may be helpful to avoid exposure to these pollutants.

“Allergy Proof” your home

  • There are many ways to limit allergens inside the house. Keep windows closed when pollen/mold counts are high. Prevent mold in the kitchen, bathrooms and household plants. Remove some or all carpets and unnecessary furnishings like throw pillows. Use synthetic pillows and encase mattresses in allergy-free covers. Wash clothing often. Keep pets out of bedrooms.

Most air purifiers aren’t helpful

  • Studies show that air-purifying units have little effect on allergens. Small air cleaners cannot remove dust and pollen, and some types—called electrostatic precipitators—can pollute indoor air with ozone, aggravating allergy symptoms. The best type is the HEPA (high-efficiency particulate arresting) filter.

Check your car’s air conditions

  • The AC system in your vehicle can help reduce your exposure to allergens, but it can also expose you to airborne spores within the unit that can trigger allergy symptoms. To minimize this problem, open the windows part way for 10 minutes after turning on the AC, don’t direct the vents toward your face, or look into having the unit specially treated.

Get help with outdoor tasks

  • If you have hay fever, yard clean-up chores—like raking leaves in the fall, planting in the spring, mowing in the summer or pruning trees and shrubs—can trigger allergy symptoms. Consider asking for help from a family member, friend or neighbour—or hiring the kid next door!

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What is a report of findings visit at ChiroCure Clinic

Report of Findings appointments at ChiroCure Clinic
(Usually in the 2nd or 3rd visit or after a new injury or trauma)


You may be referred by our chiropractor for spinal X-rays.
After collecting your images from radiology, you will need to bring them in to your next scheduled appointment at ChiroCure Clinic.

During this consultation, you will be taken through your X-rays and clinical diagnosis in a ‘Report of Findings’ visit. Getting the results from your spinal Xrays in this report of findings appointment will aid in your diagnosis, and make it easier for you to make an informed decision as to how you would like to proceed with your chiropractic treatment and care plan at ChiroCure.

During this visit:

  • Our chiropractor will explain to you what we find, in terms you will understand and what treatment is recommended.
  • Our care plans are specifically tailored for you.
  • Of course, any questions you have will happily be answered.
  • Your first adjustments & all other chiropractic treatment techniques will also provided in this appointment.

All appointments can be booked online @www.chirocure.net/appointments
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Report of findings appointment at ChiroCure Chiropractic, StKilda East, VIC

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Patient parking at ChiroCure

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Patients Please feel free to use the Inkerman hotel car park

​Patients are welcome to use the car park located directly accross the road.

  • The car park located in the Inkerman hotel
  • Located directly pposite to the clinic​
  • Signage for the clinic will be displayed in this area shortly.
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We have new Clinic hours

Clinic Hours: Open 7 days a week!
Chiropractic Treatment Hours:
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Monday      9:00am – 7:30 pm
Tuesday     11:00am – 8:00pm
Wednesday  9:00am – 7:45pm
Thursday   12:00pm – 9:00pm
Friday        12:00pm – 7:00pm
Saturday      7:00am – 2:00pm
Sunday      10:00am – 3:00pm
Remedial Massage Hours:
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Tuesday           1:00pm – 7:45pm
​Wednesday       2:00pm – 8:00pm
Thursday          2:00pm – 8:00pm
Saturday          9:00am – 2:00pm

​Practitioner hours

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What is remedial massage therapy at ChiroCure Clinic?                                              How can it help aid in my recovery?                                            

Remedial massage is effective when:
When muscles and tendons become damaged or impaired, knotted and tense or immobile

What area will be massaged during a session at chirocure?​
Our practitioners holistically treat the whole body and traces the discomfort as far as possible back to the original cause.
We aim to heal both the cause of the disorder as well as the symptoms.

How does massage compliment my chiropractic care?
Remedial massage therapy stimulates the flow of blood to the tissues, which allows toxins that have built up in the muscles due to overuse or injury to be removed, thus speeding up the repair process.
It also improves joint mobility and flexibility through the active release of specific muscle groups that may be reducing normal range of motion.

Can I have a massage before my Chiro appointment?
Massage can be performed as preparation for chiropractic adjustment because it relieves the muscle tension that may be pulling joints out of alignment and make it easier to move back into place.

What Remedial Massage techniques do we use at ChiroCure?
Our practitioner provide a healing treatment that can be gentle or strong, deep or shallow depending on individuals presentation and preference.

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supplemets for purchase

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Our supplements for fertility…


Meta zinc with vitamin

  • Men can combine weekly chiropractic treatments with Vitamin C and Zinc supplements (such as this Metagenics product pictured in the right) to really boost immunity and sperm quality to improve fertility rates.
  • Research has shown that taking 2000mg of Vitamin C daily can increase sperm count, improve sperm motility and sperm morphology.
  • ​Taking 60 mgs of Zinc is also vital for improving testosterone levels which also assists in increasing sperm count.

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Ovarianne capsules by Metagenics

  • This supplement increases and supports healthy female reproductive function.
  • Assist in regulating menstruation.
  • Contains key reproductive herbs; including shatavari and dong quai that help with fertility.
  • Take in conjunction with chiropractic care or remedial massage therapy at chirocure.

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ChiroCure Clinic offers a range of supplements to aid in your rehabilitation!

All metagenics products are available for purchase at the clinic anytime.

Please feel free to give us a call if you have any questions.

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Dura disc rehab preview

Our chiropractic practitioners also provide:
– personalised rehabilitation programs for each patient.
– Rehab exercises to stregthen
– Stretching routine to release specific muscle groups

Here is an example of one of our specialised dura disc rehab exercise program for a patient with ankle instability.

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Guide to healthy living

ChiroCure Clinic introduces:
 A summer guide to healthy living
• Exercise Regularly. Regular exercise should include aerobic strength training and balance work. Muscles need a full range of motion when exercising and stretching for optimum performance.

• Eat a Healthy Diet. Good nutrition allows the body to heal itself better. Every day thousands of cells in your body die and are replaced with new cells. Eating organic, unrefined foods and drinking half your body weight in ounces of water per day is beneficial to health.

• Health Supplements. Dr.Leski often recommends a daily multivitamin, fish oil (Omega-3 fatty acids), Magnesium, and pro-biotins (healthy bacteria for your intestinal tract).

  • There may be other supplements that may be suitable for your circumstances, please ask your practitioner next time you visit ChiroCure Clinic.
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  • Achieve Good Posture/Balance. A good posture is a balance between flexion (forward motion) and extension (backward motion). This means the muscles on the front and back of the body need to be both strong and flexible for good posture. In addition, balance from the right and left hand side of the body must be maintained. Chiropractic care at ChiroCure Clinic can help to restore the balance required for good posture.
  • Sleep in the Proper Position. Sleeping on your stomach twists your neck and should be avoided. Sleeping in the foetal position reverses the spinal curves and should also be avoided. Dr. Tania Leski recommends sleeping in a neutral position. Often, placing a pillow between the knees when sleeping on your side or a pillow under the knees when sleeping on your back can help reduce back pain and are better positions for your spine.
  • Invest in a Good Chair, Pillow, and Mattress. A great deal of time is spent each day using your chair at work and your mattress at night. Dr. Leski can provide personal ergonomic factors related to your specific needs regarding your workstation and chair as well as pillow and mattress recommendations. ​​
  • Pre-and Post-Exercise Activities to prevent muscle strain or ligament sprain, warm up your muscles before you exercise by walking in place or running more slowly at first and stretch your muscles after exercise.
  • Stretch Your Back and Legs After Each Hour of Sitting. Whenever sitting in a car or at a desk for long periods of time, stretch at least one time each hour to help keep muscles from tightening up. This can help prevent injuries and back pain.
  • Never Cradle the Phone Between Your Neck and Shoulder. Get a hands-free handset instead.
  • Do Not Overload Your Backpack, Purse, or Wallet. Remember to carry your backpack over both shoulders to balance the weight. Children’s backpacks should weigh no more than 15% of their body weight. Keep your wallet out of your back pocket when sitting and especially when driving.
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What is sinusitis, sinus irritation and congestion?

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Why am I experiencing sinus related symptoms?
The answer is that if your body is working properly, your resistance to germs, dust, temperature changes and other stresses is high. A healthy body has properly drained sinuses.

Does therapeutic treatment help?
Therapeutic treatment including massage therapy aims to relieve blocked sinus and fascial muscles that can cause blockages. 
Techniques applied by our massage therapists include treatment to the head,  face, neck and torso to ensure that the skull bones move freely and “breathe”, permitting body fluids to drain without interference.

What does treatment at ChiroCure involve?
Our therapy generally involves soft massage of the nose, forehead and cheeks, to release the pressure on the sinus cavities and allow for free drainage of fluids.

Our Practitioners helpful hints to help you avoid a sinus attack…

  • Wash your hands to avoid contracting colds
  • Maintain a balanced diet to prevent infection
  • Avoid alcohol and cigarettes, which stimulates sinus inflammation.
  • Maintain regular treatment to keep the immune system healthy.

** Prevention of sinus infection is much less painful and debilitating with massage treatment at ChiroCure Clinic!

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Sinus related symptoms include
Sinus related symptoms can cause:

> sleep disturbances

> difficulty breathing

> nasal congestion

> sinus headaches

> tension across the forehead and cheeks

> snoring

> sore throat

> coughing
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Why should we drink more water…

The importance of drinking more water after your Chiro adjustemnts

​Why water helps:

  • Hydration Help Remove Toxins from the body
  • Keeping properly hydrated is even more important for patients who undergo chiropractic treatments.
  • Patients may experience a variety of mild side effects for the first 24 hours following an adjustment, ranging from headache, to nausea, to dizziness. This is actually perfectly natural.
  • When the body is put into proper alignment from a chiropractic adjustment, it releases all the tension it has been holding.
  • At the same time, it will release various toxins that may have built up as a result of that tension.

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​Dr. Tania Leski recommends that patients keep hydrated following any chiropractic adjustment, as doing so will help eliminate toxins from the body more quickly. This will greatly cut down on the severity and length of time for any side effects from the adjustment.

  • Numerous studies have shown the importance of drinking water to maintain a healthy, well-balanced body.
  • It is important to stay hydrated to maintain proper kidney and digestive function, and remove waste and toxins from the body.
  • The human body is made up of 60 percent water, but every day some of this water is lost due to breathing, perspiration, and urination.
  • To replenish this supply, people should drink plenty of water.
  • Although there is no set rule for everyone, ChiroCure Clinic practitioners suggests an average of eight cups of water per day.​