by Dr Joe Rivers | Aug 17, 2015 | Health Tips
Magnesium is the fourth most abundant mineral in the body and is essential to good health. Approximately 50% of total body magnesium is found in bone. The other half is found predominantly inside cells of body tissues and organs. Only 1% of magnesium is found in... 
by Dr Joe Rivers | Aug 12, 2015 | Health Tips
Tradies have among the highest number of injuries, musculoskeletal conditions and other health and safety risks of any profession. Every day 10 tradies are badly injured at work. That is 3650 tradies a year on workers compensation. Nearly a quarter of all roofers,... 
by Dr Joe Rivers | Jul 28, 2015 | Towards Wellness
Towards Wellness – Get More Sleep What can help you feel more energized during the day, improve your mood and even help you lose weight? Sleep! The body repairs and regenerates during sleep. Even calcium is added to bones while you slumber. Getting adequate sleep is... by Dr Joe Rivers | Jul 21, 2015 | Move Well
Fitness trackers are more popular everyday and with Apple recently releasing its new watch, that trend will continue. Can they guide you on your quest for optimal health? Are they worth the cost? I decided to find out. Why the Fitbit Charge HR? What intrigued me... 
by Dr Joe Rivers | Jul 13, 2015 | Foot Care, Health Tips
While typically thought of as a minor nuisance injury, blisters of the feet are among the most common injury suffered by athletes and can lead to more serious injuries. Athletes should choose their footwear and socks carefully. The first defence against friction... 
by Dr Joe Rivers | Jul 2, 2015 | Health Tips
I have a bundle of projects on the go and I keep telling myself, “If I can just finish… then I can slow down a little.” Yet as life continues I’m discovering there isn’t EVER a slow down. One thing finishes and two things take its place.... 
by Dr Joe Rivers | Jul 1, 2015 | Move Well
Life can bring activities and sports that can result in some common injuries involving the shoulder. Sports such as tennis, golf, swimming, soccer, wake-boarding or water skiing, even home maintenance work can all cause shoulder problems. The rotator cuff is... 
by Dr Joe Rivers | Jun 29, 2015 | Chiropractic perspective
1 in 5 Australians experience chronic pain at some stage in their lives, and it is estimated that chronic pain is the third most costly health problem in Australia. Chronic pain is long-lasting, ongoing pain that doesn’t go away and affects the quality of life of... 
by Dr Joe Rivers | Jun 28, 2015 | Move Well
Achilles Tendonitis The Achilles tendon runs from the calf muscles down to the back of the heel bone (the back of the ankle). Achilles tendonitis is an inflammation of the Achilles tendon, usually due to overuse of the area. It is most commonly reported in athletes... 
by Dr Joe Rivers | Jun 17, 2015 | Health Tips
Australia is well known for its abundance of sunshine. Hence, it is perhaps surprising that vitamin D deficiency is a common condition affecting a large proportion of Australians. A recognised consequence of low vitamin D is osteomalacia in adults. It also contributes... 