Ferguson Street Chiropractic
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Established in Williamstown in 1995 our experienced team of chiropractors, massage therapists and acupuncturists provide professional care for Hobsons Bay. Dr Chris was introduced to Chiropractic as a four year old, growing up in Mildura. His parents had seen and experienced the benefits of complimentary health care and very quickly the family Chiropractor had Chris's migraine headaches under control. After completing his V.C.E. at Ballarat Grammar in 1987, Chris began his Chiropractic degree at R.M.I.T. in 1988. The five year course focused on science, neurology, pathology, microbiology, anatomy, physiology, X-ray diagnosis and the art and philosophy of Chiropractic. In fact the total number of hours study was similar to that of an under-graduate medical degree.
After graduating in 1993, Dr Chris worked and traveled extensively within Australia and overseas, and in the process had the opportunity to asses and treat many different patients and work with a number of Chiropractors in an array of settings. He then embarked on completing numerous post-graduate Chiropractic courses, seminars and studies, giving him the ultimate grounding for setting up his own clinic. And with the assistance of his wife Deborah, a fully qualified Naturopath, he did just that in Febuary 1996, establishing Ferguson St. Chiropractic and Natural Therapies. The aim and mission of the clinic was, and still is, to provide an excellent team of health care providers, committed to improving people's wellness and quality of life utilizing gentle, safe and scientifically proven techniques.
As well as providing care for people of all ages, newborn through to 90+, Dr. Chris has a passionate interest in sport and athletes from all walks of life, consulting with the "weekend warriors" through to the elite, and all those in-between. Dr. Chris knows what it's like to ask a lot from the body. After an exhaustive qualification series, he represented Australia in 1998 and 2000 as an age group triathlete at the Triathlon World Championships (33rd and 11th). In 2003 he was rewarded with a qualification for the famous Hawaiian Ironman after competing well in the Australian Ironman Triathlon. Whilst family commitments prevented racing Hawaii, Dr Chris threatens to return one day. He then finished 22nd in 2004 in the famous Melbourne to Warnanbool bike race. In 2014 he was part of a 5 man team that won the prestigious Oppy 24hr shield, an annual Australian and International bike race where each competitor in the team is required to ride continuously for 24hrs. The team, Pane e Acque, covered 730km each in the 24hrs. Dr Chris has experienced first hand how Chiropractic helped his athletic ability and performance, aiding his recovery and reducing injury. Chiropractic has been scientifically shown to enhance co-ordination, speed and overall performance. It can also help your body to be more mobile and flexible, and help keep your muscles in peak condition. Dr Chris can certainly vouch for that!
Dr Chris balances his life these days with the addition of three healthy and happy children. Having had the opportunity to work closely in a clinical setting with his kids, it has only strengthened his belief in the importance of chiropractic care for kids. The pediatric side of the clinic has consequently grown into very busy industry indeed.
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How do patients end up in our office in pain that they've created from their own behaviour? Here's this Summer's list of the TOP 8 MOST COMMON BAD HABITS that will eventually land you in pain....... 1) Text neck / forward head carriage whilst on screens. 2) Wearing high heels for long periods. 3) Sitting with your legs crossed. 4) Falling asleep on the lounge. 5) Sleeping on your stomach.. 6) Bending at the waist in the garden. 7) Failing to take regular breaks from the seated desk. 8) Excessive toxin consumption (nicotine, alcohol, sugar, preservatives, additives, caffeine, prescription drugs, etc).
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Move Throughout The Day Motion is so critical to our body’s health that a lack of motion has a detrimental affect on everything from digestion to our emotional state, immune function, our ability to concentrate, how well we sleep, and even to how long we live. If your lifestyle does not include enough motion, your body cannot function efficiently.
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BACK TO SCHOOL 2017 ( part two.) Five simple backpack tips: Pack the heaviest items closest to the spine Make sure to do all the zips up Secure the sternum, waist and compression straps Always use both shoulder straps Don’t wear below the hollow of the lower back
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Another school year is looming. Time for a new school backpack? The Chiropractors’ Association of Australia (CAA) worked with Spartan School Supplies and Macquarie University to research and develop the ‘Chiropak’. Macquarie University research states that Chiropak is proven to reduce the incidence & severity of neck and back pain. If you'd like one, we'd be happy to help you out. Call the clinic today on 93999 659 Details about the Chiropak: Fabric: Revolutionary Tufflite 420 Denier PU backed Nylon, 1000 Denier Kodra base. Weight: S 1.10kg M 1.24kg L 1.34kg XL 1.44kg Laptop compartment: Dedicated padded laptop compartment to accommodate our Laptop Pack. Main Features: Exclusively endorsed by the Chiropractors' Association of Australia (CAA). Researched by the Macquarie University of NSW. Removable moulded spinal board to allow custom fit and assist load distribution. Sternum straps, side compression straps. Padded adjustable waist belt with unique multi fit sliding waist belt mechanism. Padded mesh back panel for comfort and airflow. Contoured shoulder straps. Front accessory pocket. Mesh side drink bottle holder (bottle not included). Size Chart: Sizes Dimensions (cm) Capacity (litres) Small 30 W x 18 D x 40 H 21 litres + pocket Medium 32 W x 19 D x 46 H 28 litres + pocket Large 34 W x 19 D x 50 H 32 litres + pocket Extra Large 35 W x 20 D x 54 H 38 litres + pocket
Sugar is the ‘alcohol of the child’, yet we let it dominate the breakfast table | Robert Lustig
Our grandparents used to say "breakfast is the most important meal of the day." If our great-grandparents ate it for breakfast or could recognize it as food then most likely it should be ok for our kids. Not too sure what they'd think about isle 5 at Coles ?
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HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU ALL :-) Wishing you all the very best for a very special 2017. Those needing our New Year's hours....here they are: Thursday Jan 5th 8.30am-12pm (Chiro & Massage) Monday Jan 9th 3pm-7pm (Chiro & Massage) Tuesday Jan 10th 8.30am-7pm (Chiro in am, Massage all day) Friday Jan 13th 3pm-7pm (Chiro & Massage) Monday Jan 16th - Back to normal hours.
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MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU ALL Practitioners and staff would like to wish you all a most enjoyable and safe festive season. Please take special care on the roads and for the little ones, near water. Our hours of opening over the next fortnight are as follows - Saturday December 24th 8am-12pm (Massage and Acupuncture) December 25-29th Closed Thursday 29th December 8.30-7pm (Massage and Acupuncture) Friday 30th December 3pm-7pm (Chiro & Massage) December 31st-Jan 2nd Closed Tuesday Jan 3rd 3pm-7pm (Chiro & Massage) Thursday Jan 5th 8.30am-12pm (Chiro & Massage) Monday Jan 9th 3pm-7pm (Chiro & Massage) Tuesday Jan 10th 8.30am-7pm (Chiro in am, Massage all day) Friday Jan 13th 3pm-7pm (Chiro & Massage) Monday Jan 16th - Back to normal hours.
Ferguson Street Chiropractic and Natural Therapies. Williamstown.
BREAKING NEWS - We're excited to announce that as of this week we have launched our brand new website. It a whole lot more user friendly for P.C. , tablet or smartphone, with some terrific new features and photo's. Please check it out or share with someone you think may befefit from our services.
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Hmmm. Interesting sub-text going on here between Homer and his G.P. Any truth to it? I'll let you decide.
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Pop into the clinic before Christmas to pick up a massage voucher for your loved one. 30, 60 or 90 minute vouchers available. You'll be very popular :-)
Our Walk Is Linked To How Aggressive We Are - Australian Spinal Research Foundation
As Chiropractors, we spend a good bit of time analysing people's walk, otherwise known as their gait. New research now gives us something else to consider when observing a gait, as it turns out that "swagger" might give us an insight into an individual's level of aggression. Interesting stuff.