Past Newsletters
Abundance, Emotional Freedom Technique (Tapping) Workshop
The Abundance Emotional Freedom Technique Workshop aims to help reduce stress and heal emotionally by tapping on acupuncture points and using statements while tapping. The abundance topics can related to abundance in health (eg tapping out pain for pain management, junk food for healthy eating); feat for wealth; or abundance in time; abundance in grades for exams!)
Date: 29th October, Sunday
Time: 10AM - 1PM
Cost: $120
New Chinese Medicine Practitioner - Qing Peiris
Our new Chinese Medicine Practitioner, Qing, has started at Fairfield Wellness! Qing is taking over for Caitlin, who we are sad to see go after 5 years at Fairfield Wellness, but we wish her all the best with her future endeavours! Qing's study and previous experience has led to her special interest in skin conditions, women's health, musculoskeletal conditions and general wellbeing.
An appointment with Qing may include:
- Acupuncture or acupressure
- Cupping
- Gua sha (Gentle scraping)
- Moxibustion (herbal heat therapy)
- Tuina/TCM massage
- Chinese Herbal Medicine
Availability:
- Wednesdays and Thursdays (till 10th Nov 2023)
- Tuesdays and Fridays (from 13th Nov 2023)
Clearing Negative Energy
Written by our Kinesiologist, Jessica Frost.
"Negative energy exists - we have all felt the 'vibes' walking into a space that just does not feel right. And we've probably all also felt the energy of somewhere really sacred, like an ancient cathedral or a traditional holy place, or the awe inspiring beauty of nature. The energy of the love, devotion and prayer of centuries can leave an impression in a space. In a similar way, negative energy can also accumulate. Old goals, for example, can feel cold and disturbing. Sights of wars can feel awful from the accumulation of terror, rage, pain and other emotions."
To learn about how to clear negative energy, click here.
New Massage Therapist - Thi
Thi Hien Huynh is the new remedial massage therapist at Fairfield Wellness. To read about Thi's interesting background, please click the link here. She is available to be booked for massages on Fridays and Saturdays starting 17th June 2023.
Mat Pilates
Mat Pilates has started at Fairfield Wellness!
The class will be running on Saturdays at 9:30AM with Betty.
What are the advantages of Mat Pilates?
- Improved posture
- Better coordination and balance
- Improved concentration and focus
- Stress management
- Injury prevention
- Increased strength and flexibility
Abundance, Emotional Freedom Technique/Tapping Workshop
EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) is a stress reduction technique using elements of cognitive therapy, with physical stimulation or tapping of acupuncture points. EFT can address a range of issues by simply focusing on the issue you would like to address with an acceptance statement, along with a simple two finger tapping technique. The emotional freedom technique has been shown to be an effective way to reduce stress and anxiety, emotionally and psychologically heal, as well as help improve sleep quality. Tapping is said to help release negative emotions and allow for a more positive state of mind.
Date: 29th October 2023
Neuro Emotional Technique (NET)
Neuro Emotional Technique (NET) is a chiropractic technique that focuses on the physiological effects of stress. NET uses muscle testing, gentle manual adjusting and/or instrument adjusting to assess and correct the imbalances in the body caused by stress. NET can help clear stress\in the body, and to build positive patterns in life.
To book your NET or chiropractic appointment with Dr Elena, Chiropractor give us a call at (03) 9486 8382 now!
Gita Hatha Yoga
Gita Hatha Yoga balances the nervous system and hormone producing glands by starting with a mudra to bring the mind into a relaxed alpha state and then working through postures to balance the hormones. The class ends with a relaxation which helps reduce stress levels. We have Gita Hatha Yoga classes every Tuesday at 10AM with Lorraine.
Mat Pilates
We are now taking expression of interests for Mat Pilates on Saturday at these times:
- 9AM - 10AM
- 9:30AM - 10:30AM
Please send us an email at info@fairfieldwellness.com.au to express your interest!
Chiropractic and Whiplash
Whiplash is an injury commonly obtained in rear-end car accidents, sports accidents, or other types of trauma. Whiplash typically occurs due to the forceful extension and flexion of the neck that happens on impact. This can lead to chronic neck pain and other associated symptoms such as headaches and muscle spasms.
Can chiropractic help? A 2005 study showed that spinal manipulations in patients with chronic neck pain lead to significant benefits in both short and long term outcomes.
If you struggle with chronic neck pain from a whiplash injury or otherwise, and would like to consult with one of our chiropractors, give us a call at (03) 9486 8382 to book your appointment now!
Reference: Muller R, Giles LG. Long-term follow-up of a randomized clinical trial assessing the efficacy of medication, acupuncture, and spinal manipulation for chronic mechanical spinal pain syndromes. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2005 Jan;28(1):3-11. doi: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2004.12.004.
Yoga Class Schedule
Yoga at Fairfield Wellness is back! This year we are offering:
MONDAY 6PM - Yin Yoga with Leanne
TUESDAY 10AM - Gita Hatha Yoga with Rosana
WEDNESDAY 6:30PM - Restorative/Gentle Yin Yoga with Cathy
Chiropractic and Headaches
Headaches are an issue frequently seen by chiropractors. Common types of headaches include tension type headaches, cervicogenic headaches, migraines and others. These can be caused by various things such as:
- Poor posture
- Tight muscles in the neck and shoulders
- Previous trauma such as whiplash
- Genetic predisposition
How can chiropractic help with headaches? Evidence has shown that chiropractic can be effective in treating and reducing the frequency of headaches through:
- Manual therapy
- Soft tissue therapy
- Rehabilitation
- Lifestyle changes and education
If you struggle with headaches and would like to consult with one of our chiropractors, give us a call at (03) 9486 8382 to book your appointment now!
spring 2022 lymphatic drainage and meditation
Lymphatic Drainage with Jill Griffiths
Manual lymphatic drainage is used to treat a broad range of inflammatory soft tissue conditions affecting the body’s lymphatic/immune system. Common symptoms such as pain and oedema (swelling) and FATIGUE may be acute or chronic. Typically symptoms present following illness, injury and surgical procedures. Specialised treatments using MLD techniques, exercise and compression garments, collectively known as complex physical therapy (CPT) after major surgery and removal of lymph nodes are used to treat and prevent post surgical lymphoedema.
Meditation Breathing Exercise & Visualisation
In yogic anatomy there are said to be 7 energy centres which underly the major nerve plexuses in the body. These are much like the meridians of the Chinese Medicine System that flow throughout the body via channels or nadis so-called in yoga. These major centres also inform the major endocrine or hormone producing glands so we have two lines of energy in the body - one is the nervous system which houses the consciousness and the other is the blood stream through which the life energy flows.
Anxiety by Fairfield Wellness Counsellor Faiza Yunus |
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Anxiety occurs when you are future focussed and have the tendency to worry intensely about everything. One of the symptoms of anxiety is rapid and shallow breathing that can lead to panic attacks if not treated. Anxiety is a coping mechanism and in normal situations, it’s a reaction to stress and overthinking until it becomes your only coping mechanism. Anxiety becomes a problem when you don’t build up strategies to deal with your stress and worrying or find ways to reduce them. You can read more on the blog section of our website. Do you suffer from anxiety? Contact us on (03) 9486 8382 and we can book you in with our counsellor, Faiza Yunus. Faiza consults at Fairfield Wellness on Fridays. |
How to support your immunity throughout winter with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
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Acupuncture & Chinese herbal medicine can be both preventative and treatment for illness during winter. Winter is a time for rest and self-care in order to have energy for spring and summer, so we must take time to slow down and nourish ourselves. Some TCM tips to boost your immunity and health during winter:
If you have ongoing immunity issues or a lingering cold you can’t kick, book in to see how TCM can work for you. Our TCM practitioner, Caitlin is available Thursday and Saturdays. Click the link for more information |
Mobility Month March 2022
Are you as mobile as you think?
During March, we at Fairfield Wellness will be asking our patients to get more mobile this Mobility Month!
A recent survey by the Australian Chiropractors Association (ACA) found that one in ten Australians claim their pain hindered their ability to play with their children; one in ten indicated this pain impacted their intimate relationships, and one in 20 affirmed their persistent pain resulted in increased friction with their partner.
With statistics like these, it is imperative we stay on top of our mobility and monitor any changes in our strength, balance and flexibility. This Mobility Month, try out these four simple tests to discover how ‘mobile’ you are:
- Neck Rotation: testing how far and evenly you can turn your neck on each side.
- Sitting down, keep your shoulders still and against a chair.
- Turn your head all the way to the left, as if you were looking over your shoulder. How far around did you get?
- Repeat on the right. Was it even? Was it comfortable?
- Trunk Side Bend: testing how far you can run your hand down each side of your body.
- Stand with your feet comfortably apart.
- Run a hand down the side of your leg, so you side bend without leaning backwards or forwards.
- Repeat on the other side. Was it even and was it comfortable to do?
- Sit-to-Stand: testing the ease at which you can rise from your chair with crossed arms.
- Sit in the middle of your chair. Cross your arms over your chest.
- Keeping your back straight and arms across your chest.
- Stand straight up and then sit back down. Did you do this easily or was it hard?
- Single Leg Stance: testing how well you balance on each leg.
- In a safe environment free of trip hazards, stand upright with feet together and place hands on hips.
- Lift one foot off the ground. Do not allow your legs to touch. Time how long you can stand without moving.
- Repeat on opposite side. Are you able to stand on each leg for at least 40 seconds? (If under 60 years)
August Newsletter 2021Yoga for Our Times |
This article was written by yoga instructor Megan Jones, for the full article and other articles and resources, visit the 'Blog' section of our website: https://www.fairfieldwellness.com.au/education/new-blog
Yoga for Our Times These are the days when we need all the support we can get to keep ourselves in a good headspace and even manage an overview of what is happening in our lives and the greater world. These are the days for yoga. Yoga has been around for thousands of years through wars, famines, pandemics and life’s upheavals and it has guided its practitioners to be grounded, healthy and connected. Once you engage in yoga your life is never the same because it slowly focuses on your body, mind and spirit to bring balance. |