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How Stress, Sleep & the Nervous System Influence Ongoing Pain
Pain is not always determined by tissue damage alone. While an injury or physical irritation can initially trigger pain, the experience of pain is influenced by a range of factors, including stress, sleep, movement and the way the nervous system processes information. This becomes particularly relevant when pain continues beyond the expected healing period or fluctuates without an obvious change in the original injury. Ongoing pain is real, but it does not necessarily mean th
Sep 23 min read
Chronic Pain and Long-Term Habits: Why Your Body Needs Routine More Than Quick Fixes
By Dr Sua Kim Chronic pain is more than a sore joint or a tight muscle. It is a whole body and whole brain condition that develops over time when the nervous system becomes highly protective. Research shows that when pain persists for longer than three months, changes occur not only in tissues but also in how the brain processes and responds to movement, stress, sleep, and past injury history. This process is known as central sensitisation and it helps explain why chronic pai
Sep 23 min read
Postpartum Posture: Lifting, Carrying, Feeding and Settling your Baby without the Pain
Lifting your baby out of the cot. Carrying them to the car. Settling in for a feed. These are the moments new mothers do dozens of times a day, and they're the moments that should be savoured. Too often, though, pain gets in the way. The postpartum body is doing an enormous amount of work while it heals, and the repetitive nature of newborn care can place real strain on your neck, back, wrists and elbows. The good news is that most of these injuries are preventable once you u
Aug 35 min read
How Pregnancy Hormones Change the Spine, Pelvis and Joints
Pregnancy is an incredible journey of change, with your body constantly adapting to support your growing baby. While most people expect a growing bump, many don't realise that pregnancy hormones also affect your joints, ligaments and posture. These changes are completely normal and play an important role in preparing your body for birth, but they can also contribute to common discomforts such as back pain and pelvic pain. The Role of Pregnancy Hormones One of the key hormones
Jul 13 min read
Is cracking your back bad for you? Myth busted
It can feel very satisfying to crack your back, neck, knuckles or other joints. But as we all know, healthy joints are so important for maintaining full range of movement and avoiding long-term pain. So you may be wondering whether frequently cracking joints is harmful in the long run. Let’s find out. What happens when you crack your joints? A 2015 study using real-time MRI technology suggested that cracking is due to the tribonucleation process which is where a cavity forms
Oct 21, 20213 min read
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