Melbourne Road Health Group

🌏 It’s World Spine Day!
Every year on 16 October, the world unites to raise awareness about the importance of spinal health and equal access to quality spinal healthcare worldwide. This year’s theme, ‘Spine Health for Life,’ calls on us all to prioritise our spinal health throughout our lives. This can include:
✅ Stretching daily
✅ Staying active
✅ Consulting a chiropractor
Learn more 👉 www.worldspineday.org.au


Book in by calling 9327 4770 or click the link www.melbourneroadhealth.com.au

💰 $3.9 billion. That’s how much was spent on the treatment and management of back pain in 2022-23.
Good spinal health doesn’t have to come at such a cost. Simple, daily habits are extremely effective in improving your spinal health and overall wellbeing. These include exercising for at least 30 minutes daily, stretching and taking regular movement breaks, and consulting your local chiropractor. 🏃🧘
Invest in your spine this World Spine Day (16 October) and build those habits into your routine. Book in with us by calling 9327 4770 or online via our website www.melbourneroadhealth.com.au

😯 Over 4 million Australians are estimated to be living with back pain. This doesn’t have to be the case. Implementing healthy daily habits, such as ergonomic workspaces, can have a massive impact on our spinal health.
This World Spine Day, invest in your spine & introduce positive habits to improve your spinal health.
💪 Exercise regularly
🧘 Stretch daily
✅ Consult an chiropractor
Book in with the link below or call up at 9327 4770.
www.melbourneroadhealth.com.au

🤕 Low back pain is the single leading cause of global disability, and the condition that the greatest number of people may benefit from rehabilitation.
That’s where chiropractic healthcare steps in, playing an important role in maintaining spinal health! This World Spine Day, book an appointment with us and let us take care of your spine!
💪 We can also guide you through simple daily habits and exercises to help maintain your spinal health and overall wellbeing for life.
For more on World Spine Day, visit: www.worldspineday.org.au

Feel free to contact us to book in via 9327 4770 or book online through our website www.melbourneroadhealth.com.au

😮 Most people experience low back pain at least once in their lives, with older Australians most at risk. Roughly, 83.3% of Australians aged 61 and over have experienced back pain in the past year. The good news is investing in your spine and creating healthy habits can help improve your spinal health.
These include:
✅ Stretching & regular movement breaks
✅ Regular exercise
Or visiting your local Spotswood health clinic, make a booking by calling 9327 4770 or book online through the link below www.melbourneroadhealth.com.au

😮 More than 619 million people globally suffer from low back pain. By 2050, that will rise to more than 843 million people. 📈
This World Spine Day (16 October), we’re encouraging Australians to invest in 'Spine Health For Life,' From implementing healthy daily habits to visiting our clinic, every action counts in tackling the growing burden of low back pain.
Learn more and get involved 👉 www.worldspineday.org.au
Take the first step and book in for an assessment by calling 9327 4770 or booking online with our website www.melbourneroadhealth.com.au

Got back pain? You're definitely not alone.

4 out of 5 Aussies deal with back pain at some point — it's actually one of the leading causes of disability worldwide. And here's the thing: for about 80% of people, there's no specific injury or condition causing it. It's just... back pain. Doctors call it "non-specific low back pain," and it tends to hit hardest between ages 35-55 (though honestly, it can sneak up on anyone).

What's usually behind it?
💪 Heavy lifting, bending, twisting — especially repetitive stuff
🪑 Sitting too long (yep, that desk job is a culprit)
🏃 Not moving enough
⚖️ Extra weight putting pressure on your spine
😩 Stress and general wear-and-tear with age

Good news: most acute back pain eases up within 3-6 weeks. Bad news: it loves to come back if the underlying issue isn't addressed.

Especially worth paying attention if you're:

In a physical job (lifting, standing, repetitive movement)
Over 65
Living a pretty sedentary lifestyle

Here's the bit worth knowing: research shows painkillers like opioids don't do much for acute back pain — and don't help chronic back pain at all. That's a big reason more people are turning to chiropractic care instead. It's drug-free, low-risk, and rather than just masking the pain, it focuses on the actual mechanics — improving joint mobility, easing stiffness, and getting to the root cause.

If your back's been giving you grief, it might be worth booking in with a chiropractor to get it properly checked out, call us on 9327 4770 or book online with the link below

www.melbourneroadhealthgroup.com.au

Ever feel like headaches are running your life? You're not alone — tension headaches and migraines affect millions of people and can really get in the way of work, sleep, and time with the people you love.

A few things worth knowing:
🎗️ Tension headaches feel like a tight band around your head — often from stress or fatigue
🦴 Cervicogenic headaches start in the neck and can cause dizziness too
⚡ Migraines bring throbbing pain, sometimes with visual changes beforehand, plus nausea or light sensitivity

A few ways to help keep them at bay:
💧 Stay hydrated
🧘 Manage stress where you can
🪑 Watch your posture, especially during long screen time
☕ Keep an eye on caffeine intake

You don't have to just push through it — small changes can make a real difference! 🙌

If you are suffering from headaches regularly, consider a chiro. Give us a call on 9327 4770 or book online with the link below

www.melbourneroadhealthgroup.com.au

Ever get that ache in your neck after hours on your phone? That's "tech neck" — soreness from constantly looking down at screens.
The fix is simpler than you'd think:
📱 Hold your phone up at eye level instead of tilting your head down
⏰ Take a break every 10-30 min to stretch and move your neck side to side
🪑 Set up your desk so your monitor sits at eye level
🚶 Try not to walk around staring down at your phone
💪 Stay active — a strong, mobile spine handles daily life so much better
🩺 If the aches stick around, a chiropractor can help get to the root of the problem, not just mask the symptoms
Little habits add up. Your neck will thank you! 🙌
If any of these issues are affecting your everyday life, give us a call on 9327 4770 or book online at the link below

www.melbourneroadhealthgroup.com.au