Invitation for Balance Assessment

Poor balance in seniors causes falls.

This often leads to injuries.

As we age our balance diminishes. This becomes a problem as it reduces our confidence, reduces our exercise level and activity. Exercise and activity are important to keep muscle and bone strength.

We want to encourage all of our older patients to be active, strong and healthy.

We want to hear stories of your activities, adventures, and time with grandchildren.

We invite you to complete a free Balance Assessment as part of Seniors Week 2024.

If you have missed Seniors Week 2024, we can still do the testing beyond seniors week.

Please share this invitation with other seniors you care about.

Click here to call here for a Balance Assessment

Click here to book online

One of the many products we stock at Hobart & Kingston Chiropractic are Low Back Supports. These are helpful for a variety of conditions including back strain/sprains, lower back pain and back muscle fatigue.

We stock a variety of sizes and custom fit. These supports are breathable and can be worn under clothing.

We also have a supply of thermal supports for arthritic problems.

Dr Sam offers dry needling at Hobart and Kingston Chiropractic.

Dry needling is established as useful for:

• Tennis elbow and tendon injuries,
• Shoulder and rotator cuff injury,
• Overuse leg, shin and feet injuries,
• Lumbar spine and hip pain.

The unique advantage of Dry Needling at Hobart and Kingston Chiropractic is the combination of advanced diagnostic skills, needling and Chiropractic care.

This event had 2500 runners and walkers on a chilly Sunday. Dr Sam provided running relevant stretching and yoga classes on the day before. We had a pop-up pre-race clinic, which was well utilised.

On race day we provided an awesome volunteer team of 15 Chiropractors, Massage Therapists and Chiropractic Assistants. Over 130 people were assisted with chiropractic care, and massage over 4 hours

Results from Spinal Health Week

During Spinal Health week we provided Mini-Spine checks for anyone, including children. Those people appreciated the time given, and advice provided. Let us know If you know someone who needs a check-up and they missed out in Spinal Health week. We are always happy to provide this service.

Our afternoon in Parliament was rewarding with a number of staff and Members visiting to get their Mini-Spine check. These Members were gracious and allowed their photos to be shared

Looking for Winter Ideas

• Get out, get moving.
• Goal 5000 steps per day...
• Put your step number on display in-clinic and win jelly beans
• Keep warm- Use your beanie, scarf and puffer
• Keep your winter chiropractic & massage checkup.. less aches & stiffness

For appointments please call here or book online here.

ArmaForce, from Bioceuticals is the new helping hand for colds and flu.  "The Andrographis in ArmaForce decreases the severity of symptoms of mild upper respiratory tract infections, including sore throat, headache, runny nose, cough, fatigue & restless sleep”says bioceuticals.

Hobart Airport Marathon appointed Hobart & Kingston Chiropractic as the Sports Chiropractic and Massage partner for 2024.  

We provided running relevant yoga and stretching classes pre-event. These classes were full.

We also provided complimentary post-event assessment, sports chiro , and massage treatment in the recovery area. 

Do you get Cramps? If you do, then you understand the sharp, instant, crippling pain. Our Chiropractors regularly discuss cramping with patients. They discuss fluid intake, medications, medical conditions, and electrolytes. Magnesium is a mineral that is pivotal for muscle contraction, and recovery. If Magnesium supplements are indicated we recommend and stock BioCeuticals Ultra Muscleze and P5P tablets.

We welcome Roman Meyer, as our newest Remedial Massage Therapist. Roman has been practicing Massage in Hobart for 25 years and has re-located his practice to Hobart Chiropractic.

Roman provided Massage in Hobart’s first Chronic Pain Clinic. He worked with physiotherapists, psychologists and anaesthetists to assist with pain management.

Roman was engaged by the Tasmanian and Australian Institutes of Sport; travelling with Olympic and national sports teams.

For an appointment  call 62316131 or book here.

$75 for 1 hour massage with Vitor until end Feb. 

Vitor (pronounced Victor), joins us from 5^th February. Originally from Brazil, he has relocated from Queensland with his partner. Victor has been practicing for a combined 6 years between the mainland and Brazil and is passionate about natural health care.

Victor customises his approach depending on your needs. Sandy and Alex have already checked Victor out and were very impressed! Please call 62316131 or book here.

Health Fund Rebates available

Complimentary School Bag Fittings until 28^th February 2024

Getting your child’s spine checked is quick, easy, painless and fun!

Have you booked in your family for their Back to School spinal check?

Call 62316131 or book here

Our Chiropractors are trained to assess and treat children of all ages, our youngest clinic members are often only 2 weeks old! Surprisingly, some parents think it unusual to have their childrens spine and nervous system checked.

• Research tells us that kids have more injuries, accidents from infants through to teenagers.
• We know that any persistent changes in mobility, movement patterns, or gait impacts development, and learning.
• We want to encourage all of our chiro kids to thrive and be their best.
• To help us connect with parents and their kids we offer to provide a brief series of tests for your children and let you know what we find.
• Up to end Feb 2024 we will provide the brief testing for free. We think it is that important. (the testing includes a scoliosis check in 7+yr olds). Please call or book here.

Do you want to Run better, further, faster, less pain, feel stronger then you should watch the video Dr Crean produced for the Tasmanian Road Runners.

This workshop is available to watch at YouTube.

Special thanks to Fiona & Andrew of Creative Imagery, plus Athletics Tasmania.

Open all days except Public Holidays

          Sat 23th Dec                                Open       Kingston 8-11am   

        Christmas Day/ Boxing Day Closed

         Wed 27th to Friday 29th Dec     Open       clinic hours as usual

         Sat 30th Dec                                Open       Kingston 8-11am

       New Years Day                             Closed

        2nd Jan 2024                               Open       clinic hours as usual

After Hours/Emergency 0407876714

Dr Ashley Dent  was recently presented with the Meritorious Service Award, by the National President at the World Chiropractic Congress in October.

This award was for outstanding service to the Chiropractic profession. We congratulate Dr Dent and feel privileged to work with him every day. He works diligently behind the scenes to connect more people to Chiropractic care.  

• Chiroflow water pillows

• Memory Foam contoured pillows

• Massage Vouchers

• Spikey Balls

• Pain Away cream

• Resistance bands

• Portable Massager

• Neck Rolls

available for purchase at reception

Did you know that simply keeping your wallet in your back pocket could be a cause of pain. Many men carry their wallet in their back pocket, without a thought as to how this may be affecting their spinal health. 

A wallet full of cards can make one side your pelvis higher and uneven.

Our body has the amazing ability to compensate for this, this force can lead to joint dysfunction and spinal and postural stress then pain.

 Great news..all of our Chiros are back...and cracking to get on with helping you. (After holidays, honeymoons etc Dr Stephen , Dr Ashley and Dr Sam are ready to go)

Click here for on-line Appointments

1 Year anniversary Offer    $75 for 1 Hour Massage with Kingsley

As we all know, every day is better when we are pain free and not stiff.  How are you travelling? To help you feel better and to celebrate Kingsley's 1 year with us we are taking $20 off.  

Mention the 1-year anniversary to our staff when you make the appointment to get $20 off the massage fee (usually $95) until 30th September. (For one or several Massages with Kingsley)

Kingsley is available Monday to Friday at the Hobart clinic.

Call HereBook On-Line here

Our Chiropractors recently went to Parliament House as part of Spinal Health Week.

This year’s theme was “Are Headaches Holding You Back?”

13 of our Parliamentarians visited our Chiropractors. This has become an annual event for Hobart & Kingston Chiropractic. Our Premier even took time out of his busy schedule for a quick check-up. If headaches are holding you back, ask our Chiropractors if they can help.Ask us if we can Help with your Headache

• Suffer from Headaches?, Family member suffer from Headaches? From 22^nd May we are inviting anyone to join us for a headache-neck check as part of Spinal Health Week.
• Did you know that over 4.9 million Australians suffer from migraine? Or that up to seven million suffer from tension headaches?¹ They’re staggering figures. Headaches cost the economy $35.7 billion each year.² It doesn’t matter who you are, or where you are, at some point you are likely to suffer a headache or migraine.
• Chiropractic care is an effective avenue of treatment for headaches and migraines.^{3Book for Free Headache-Neck Check Spinal Health Week}

• Hobart Marathon was a fantastic Tasmanian community event. Hobart & Kingston Chiropractic were again invited to provide the Pre and Post event care, assessment and treatment for entrants.
• Our whole team enjoyed being involved & assisting athletes with Sports Massage & Sports Chiropractic. Our youngest finisher was 9, and oldest well into their 70’s. Soo many different types of problems to assess and help.  

• We met so many awesome people and they all had an amazing story to share..their dreams, their struggles, and achievement. 

Sunday 2 April Hobart Airport Marathon:   We are pleased to again be involved with this event following our success last year.  We will be providing Massage and Sports Chiro before, during and after the festival.  You can book pre-event Massage and Chiro at our city clinic via our QR code or www.hobartchiropractic.com.au or call 03 62316131.

Pre event Massage and Sports Chiro is also available in the Registration Centre on Saturday 1 April.  Book here ttps://hobartchiropractic.connect.tm3.com.au/book/hobart marathon sports chiro and massage.

Did you know Chiropractors can issue medical certificates?  If a medical certificate is needed due to the condition we are treating, please bring it to the attention either reception or your treating Chiropractor. 

There are no additional charges for this service, when completed during your clinic visit.  NB. we are unable to backdate medical certificates.

Are you a walker, jogger or awesome athlete?? Are you ready? Do you need some pre-race care? 💆‍♀️

We are excited to be invited back to Hobart Airport Marathon back again this year to provide Massage and Sports Chiro before, during and after the Festival 🏃‍♂️

You can Book for pre-event Massage and Sports Chiropractic care at our CBD location by following the link www.hobartchiropractic.com.au , or call 03 6231 6131 ☎️

Massage and Sports Chiro is also available in the registration centre Saturday 1^st April.

Book here  https://hobartchiropractic.connect.tm3.com.au/book/hobart_marathon_sports_chiro_and_massage 

You can enter the Hobart Airport Marathon events, walking or running from 1km to full 42.2km marathon. Have fun, challenge yourself, or invite a friend. Socialise after.

Claim a 10% discount if you enter our clinic team "Hobart Chiro Guns".

Enter via www.hobartmarathon.com.au

New Massage Therapist, Extended Hours, Convenient times, @ Hobart Chiropractic

Kingsley Guo has commenced massage in our city clinic. Kingsley is passionate about massage and looks forward to helping you.

She has 5 years experience and provides:

●Remedial Massage        ●Deep Tissue           ●Pre-Natal  

●Traditional Chinese       ●Cupping                ●Manual Lymphatic drainage

Kingsley will be available-

    Monday 10am-6pm

   Tuesday & Wednesday 10am-2.30pm

   Thursday & Friday 10am-6pm

Bookings can be made with reception or online here. 

Health Fund rebates are available.

Changes to Mask Use from Nov 1st

We understand that we all get lots of covid information. Please read the material below, as we have an obligation to inform you.
 

From 1st November the rules for managing our activities and restrictions around Covid are changing. Along with all other medical and Allied Health Clinics we have had to review our procedures.

The results of this review identified that

• we are a low-moderate risk setting due to the closeness of the care we provide for you
• Patients can now choose whether to use a mask or not, when in-clinic. 
• we have a responsibility to have a safe environment for you to visit for your chiropractic and massage care
• we have an obligation to have a safe workplace for all who work here
• we want to minimise the risk of covid & other infections being spread at our clinics.

This means into the foreseeable future we will

• require all Chiropractors and massage therapists to wear N95masks at all times in-clinic
• require all support staff to wear a surgical mask at all times in-clinic
• we will continue to sanitise our hands, and ask you to do the same on entry.
• we will continue to clean surfaces in the treatment rooms before each patient, and more.
• Please call to reschedule if unwell.. we understand, but please give us 4 hours notice

We all look forward to helping you at each & every visit. See you soon.

Meet Jen our New Massage Therapist

Health Fund Rebate available

         Tuesdays 3pm-6pm

       Wednesdays. 3pm-6pm

To make an appointment call reception or online below

Jen is a qualified remedial massage therapist who has a strong background in athletics, especially professional running.  Jen is passionate about what she does and is keen to support you with the positive benefits of remedial massage.

Call Us - 6231 6131

Must do neck Stretches with Dr Sam..here 

Coming Soon.

● Video for Tech Neck testing

● Seniors week results

● New essential phone app

● Xmas shopping ideas

Jen begins massage in our Hobart Clinic on 16th August.

Health Fund Rebate available.

• Tuesdays 3pm - 6pm
• Wednesdays 3pm - 6pm.     

These are great hours for those wanting post school or work.

Jen is a qualified remedial massage therapist who has a strong background in athletics and particularly professional running.  She has won multiple professional races including the Stawell Women's Gift.

Jen is keen to support you with the positive benefits of remedial massage. 

Good News,   we now have a new supply of these pillows.  They have a 3 year warranty and 30 day satisfaction warranty.  These pillows are only available through Chiropractors.

Win Prizes by entering our competitions (closing 29^th May)

Win Cool gear for Colouring –In –Comp... get the colouring –in-sheets at reception

Win a Coffee machine, & good gear by entering the online comp.

Click here for online comp

Contact us for Colouring in Sheet

(including those tech heavy teenagers)

Call us here        Contact us here

Tech Neck Is the endless scrolling on your device causing you neck pain? You might not know it, but the endless social media browsing, swiping and texting is having a huge impact on your overall neck health. ‘Tech Neck’ is now becoming a common health issue.

 Tech neck refers to the neck pain and posture damage that consistent looking down at devices for extended periods of time places on your neck. You may not realise it, but staring down hunched over your phone, can put immense amounts of pressure and strain on your neck and spine. On average, Australians spend 5.5 hours on their phone each day.

Technology is here to stay, but that doesn’t mean tech neck has to. Changing a few habits can make a huge improvement to the stress placed on your neck. For instance, changing the way you hold your phone, so the screen is at eye level, means you are less likely to be slouched in a forward-head position.  If your habits are causing pain, then Consider a Chiro!     (Spinal Health Week 23-29 May 2022)

                                                                    Good Friday 15th April          CLOSED

                                                                    Saturday       16th April          OPEN KINGSTON

                                                                    Sunday          17th April          CLOSED  

                                                                    Monday         18th April          CLOSED

                                                                    Tuesday        19th April          OPEN

                                                          Wishing all our patients a happy & safe Easter

                                                                          Hobart Chiropractic Centre

                                                       https://hobartchiropractic.connect.tm3.com.au/

Your childs new school back-pack may be contributing to early stages of neck and backpain if it is  poorly designed or worn incorrectly.

Incorrectly carrying a school bag alters the S curve of the spine resulting in strain on the shoulders and neck.  Children are regularly carrying bags far greater than the recommended 10% of body weight. 

See the schoolbag checklist below(take a pic and show your kids)

•      Use both shoulder straps evenly placed.
•      Adjust shoulder straps so the top of the bag is at shoulder height.
•      Waist straps firmly fitted on the spine and weight distributed evenly onto hips.
•      Bag (including books & materials) to be maximum of 10% of child’s weight.
•      Heavy items to be packed to the bottom of the bag close to the spine.
•      Children to avoid unnecessary “book transport.”  Encourage use of lockers and tote tray    

Concerned about your childs’ posture, headaches , sore neck or back .. make an appointment to get them checked. Click here

Free Kids backpack fitting on their appointment; or when accompanying Mum/Dad during their consultation. Click here for an appointment

New Clinic Hours

Dr. Sam has commenced a new Monday afternoon clinic session at Kingston; from 2.00-5.00pm. This gives more options for Kingston patients.   Dr. Sam will be assisted by our newest CA Kylie.

We introduce our newest Chiropractic Assistant, Kylie Andrew.  Kylie has completed her training and is working on reception at both Kingston and Hobart clinics. 

Kylie has previously worked as a Medical Receptionist

and is excited about Chiropractic and looks forward to seeing you soon.

  Unused health fund cover expires December 31st.   If you have been putting off getting yourself checked...we recommend making an appointment before Christmas.

Health Fund cover resets Jan 1st – only a few weeks to go until it starts again.

Here are our suggestions

Memory foam pillows:   They are adjustable in height and shape and available in traditional foam, memory foam, and extra soft memory foam.

Massage vouchers:  available from therapist Ben.

Neck Rests: Our chiros often prescribe exercises and rehab programs for neck pain and headache patients. This often involves self mobilising over a rolled up towel.  We are now, able to supply therapeutic neck rests.

Spikey ball, sounds quirky, but has many uses to relieve tight muscles and tension.

Dr. Graham Massager: Heavy Duty, designed by an Australian Chiropractor

• Appointments will continue as normal
• Please wear a mask...we will be
• QR and sanitise at entry
• Reschedule your appointment if un-well, or you have been asked to isolate

Ask one of the Doctors if you may benefit from Chondroplex or Theracurmin.

ChondroPlex may help in slowing the progression of mild osteoarthritis of the knee, and provide temporary relief of symptoms including joint swelling, pain and reduced mobility.

Curcumin has demonstrated antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Theracurmin Triple aids in relieving the symptoms of mild osteoarthritis including decreasing mild joint pain and swelling. (bioceuticals prod info 2021)

Covid Vaccinations: All staff will have received their vaccinations by 31^st Oct, as required by the Tasmanian Government for healthcare providers.

September school holidays commence this month and this is the time for your kids quarterly spinal and postural check ups.  Minimum recommended check-up visits for kids who are active is each 2-3 months.

Winter – Stretching:   Winter will be with us for a little longer, so it is important to keep warm and stretching in readiness for Spring when we are all eager to begin our outside activities. 

Our website www.hobartchiropractic.com.au has comprehensive information.  If you click on the youtube icon at the bottom of our home page you will find lots of helpful videos on stretching to  get you ready.

Our clinics have been participating in this valuable research project.  To date 221 patients over 55 have participated.  This study over the course of 12 months looked at intensity, cost and improvement of low back complaints in this international study.  We look forward to the published results.

Posture is the position in which we hold our bodies, standing sitting or lying down.  Poor posture can impact significantly on our overall health. Poor posture increases pressure on our spine, causing tension, soreness, headaches, backpain and fatigue. Ask your Chiropractor to do a posture test on your visit today for you.

 We get asked this often. What do you relate to?
 We aim to find the cause of your complaint and not just treat symptoms
 An emphasis on a healthy spine being necessary for good health
 A focus on restoring function of spine, muscles, nerves to promote recovery
 Health care without drugs or surgery
 Helping our bodies to heal itself
 Health is more than absence of disease
 Chiropractic is the only profession where the doctors know which types of chiropractic adjustments and combinations of care to provide.
 

Mobility Month: Are you as Mobile as you Think?
A survey by ACA found that one in ten claim their pain hindered their ability to play with kids, impacts on intimate relationships and 1 in 20realised their persistent pain caused friction with their partner.
This month we are be asking our patients to get more mobile. Its important you stay on top of your mobility and monitor any changes in your strength, balance and flexibility. Try out these 4 exercises.
Neck rotation: Sitting down, keep shoulders still against a chair turn your head all the way to left and then repeat on right.  How far did you get? Was it comfortable?
Trunk Side Bend:  Stand with feet apart see how far you can run your hand down each side of your body. Was it even?
Sit to Stand: Testing the ease at which you can rise from your chair with crossed arms across your chest. Did you find this easy?
Single Leg Stand: Testing how well you balance on each leg by lifting a foot of the ground. Do not allow your legs to touch and see how long you can stand without moving.
We challenge you to take the test and let us know how you went. If you find you are struggling with any of the exercises don’t worry we are here to help you.
 

 Dr. Sam Crean has been appointed Chiropractor for the Kingborough Lions Premier League team. He will be working with the team to manage injury, co-ordinate rehab and promote safe play. Our Chiropractors are trained to assess and manage a variety of sports injuries including rolled ankles, ACL, shoulders and head trauma.
 

Why My Feet hurt in Thongs:  Its summer my feet are hot and I reach for my thongs. Why do my feet hurt?  So to avoid calf and achilles pain, sore muscles and tendons ,plantar fasciitis and heel spurs look for thongs with:

●Arch Support 

●Thicker wider straps

●Heel where it is a little higher than the toes.

Health Funds Renewed:

A reminder that most health funds limits are renewed in January.

Back to School:

While most parents & children have a checklist of stationery and supplies for starting the school year, our Chiropractors are providing parents & children with a ‘Back to School Health Checklist.’

It, is a great way to remind kids of the importance of building healthy habits in school, and are simple to incorporate and easily fit into a child’s everyday routine.

So while the country prepares to go back to school, try and get your kids to check off these essential back to school items.

 Book an appointment with our Chiros for your child’s spinal check before school resumes and  their back pack can be fitted at the same time.

Orthotics

Your feet play an important role in your overall health—they serve as a strong base to your body when you’re standing and walking. However, at times, your feet and body may benefit from extra support by wearing orthotics.

An orthotic can:

●   Control biomechanical alignment

●   Correct or accommodate deformity

●   Protect and support an injury

●   Assist in rehabilitation

●   Reduce pain

●   Increase mobility

Our chiropractors can prescribe, fit and order orthotics for you.

The MAIB  is the no-fault insurance for drivers and/or passengers involved  in a motor vehicle accident in Tasmania. It covers the costs of medical expenses incurred for injuries sustained in the accident.

If you are injured in a car accident or sustain an injury at work, please tell your Chiropractor or let reception know.  

MAIB covers the costs of Chiropractic consultations, x-rays, and treatment.

We can assist with paperwork applications and admin to make it all easier for you..

We are providing Mini-Assessments for our Seniors (on us ).

Please let any Seniors know that they can call reception and ask for a Mini-Assessment appointment.  Our Chiropractors will perform a brief assessment relevant to each person, with advice and recommendations.

As part of Seniors Week Dr. Ashley Dent will also be presenting a Virtual Workshop on Healthy Ageing.  Wednesday 14^th Oct   1.00-1.40 pm.

 This presentation will cover topics such as balance, co-ordination, bone density, postural change. He will also discuss what Chiropractors can do for you. Link to Zoom  (You will need Zoom. Meeting ID: 731 3345 9413 Passcode: 3ZYnFH)

Dr. Sam Crean will be presenting a Virtual and Live, Stretching workshop for Healthy Ageing.  Wednesday 14^th Oct   2.00-2.40 pm.

 A simple safe mobility routine for healthy muscles, joints and balance.  Join for the 40 minute webinar or in-person with Dr. Sam as he walks you through a daily stretch routine.

Contact reception to book your seat or to receive a link. 

Link to Zoom     ( You will need Zoom. Meeting ID: 790 6584 8160  Passcode: 7xcfAD)

Ben, Massage Therapist, has completed a course in new soft tissue protocols for hips. Ben is offering people with hip pain a 50% fee reduction on their first visit for hip pain(till end of October).

Contact reception or book on-line(www.hobartchiropractic.com.au)