<rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/"><channel><title>hataitaiosteopaths</title><description>hataitaiosteopaths</description><link>https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/blog</link><item><title>Treating babies</title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at this fabulous clip by Johnathan Evans below to see how gentle Osteopathic treatment can be!Osteopaths treat babies for a range of conditions including: Birth trauma, flat shaped heads. Colic, constant crying Spilling/ reflux Sucking difficulties/breastfeeding Glue ear & ear infections Blocked tear ducts, sticky eyes Learning difficulties Developmental delays ADHD Behavioural problems Sleeping problems Growing pains Wry neck (torticollis) Balance & walking problems Come visit us if<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/337c6e_f7dbc23eb71c454a99471f60b2c1ba6a%7Emv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_194%2Ch_194/337c6e_f7dbc23eb71c454a99471f60b2c1ba6a%7Emv2.jpg"/>]]></description><link>https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/single-post/2018/11/21/Treating-babies</link><guid>https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/single-post/2018/11/21/Treating-babies</guid><pubDate>Wed, 21 Nov 2018 03:27:07 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/337c6e_f7dbc23eb71c454a99471f60b2c1ba6a~mv2.jpg"/><div>Take a look at this fabulous clip by Johnathan Evans below to see how gentle Osteopathic treatment can be!</div><div>Osteopaths treat babies for a range of conditions including:</div><div>Birth trauma, flat shaped heads.Colic, constant cryingSpilling/ refluxSucking difficulties/breastfeedingGlue ear &amp; ear infectionsBlocked tear ducts, sticky eyesLearning difficultiesDevelopmental delaysADHDBehavioural problemsSleeping problemsGrowing painsWry neck (torticollis)Balance &amp; walking problems</div><div>Come visit us if we can help treat any of these conditions.</div><iframe src="//static.usrfiles.com/html/eefa3d_13c7f577eb1e9df42d02469447e43854.html"/></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Better symmetry, better muscles</title><description><![CDATA[Yes tight muscles can be weak muscles but why are they tight or weak?Asymmetry in weight bearing causes asymmetric, poor functioning muscles.Osteopathy can fix this.The principle of our treatment is the re-establishment of your symmetrical midline, your spine, and all that is attached to it. ( You know, 'the thigh bone's connected to the hip bone ... ') Your natural, innate, self healing wisdom is waiting- in the fully formed embryonic midline you were born with!Come visit us and see how we can<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/337c6e_18cad4c187ed414fa0a1d4d14db43dfe%7Emv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_626%2Ch_626/337c6e_18cad4c187ed414fa0a1d4d14db43dfe%7Emv2.jpg"/>]]></description><link>https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/single-post/2018/10/01/Better-symmetry-better-muscles</link><guid>https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/single-post/2018/10/01/Better-symmetry-better-muscles</guid><pubDate>Mon, 01 Oct 2018 04:18:10 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/337c6e_18cad4c187ed414fa0a1d4d14db43dfe~mv2.jpg"/><div>Yes tight muscles can be weak muscles but why are they tight or weak?</div><div>Asymmetry in weight bearing causes asymmetric, poor functioning muscles.</div><div>Osteopathy can fix this.</div><div>The principle of our treatment is the re-establishment of your symmetrical midline, your spine, and all that is attached to it. ( You know, 'the thigh bone's connected to the hip bone ... ') </div><div>Your natural, innate, self healing wisdom is waiting- in the fully formed embryonic midline you were born with!</div><div>Come visit us and see how we can help. Book your appointment online!</div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>August 2018 clinic special with Kate</title><description><![CDATA[This month, we welcome Kate Henderson to Hataitai Osteopaths. Kate has a keen interest in sports injuries, supporting pregnant mothers through their journey, and treating babies and children and has a wide knowledge across all areas of Osteopathy. She specialises in breathing retraining which can optimise sports performance and improve many issues such as sinus conditions, hay fever, asthma, and anxiety. AUGUST SPECIALThis month, new clients can book in to see Kate and save $20 with code<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/337c6e_70c76ba032c748a5b17befe8ec3cb8ef%7Emv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_169%2Ch_218/337c6e_70c76ba032c748a5b17befe8ec3cb8ef%7Emv2.jpg"/>]]></description><link>https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/single-post/2018/08/05/August-2018-clinic-special-with-Kate</link><guid>https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/single-post/2018/08/05/August-2018-clinic-special-with-Kate</guid><pubDate>Sun, 05 Aug 2018 07:24:05 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/337c6e_70c76ba032c748a5b17befe8ec3cb8ef~mv2.jpg"/><div>This month, we welcome Kate Henderson to Hataitai Osteopaths. </div><div>Kate has a keen interest in sports injuries, supporting pregnant mothers through their journey, and treating babies and children and has a wide knowledge across all areas of Osteopathy. She specialises in breathing retraining which can optimise sports performance and improve many issues such as sinus conditions, hay fever, asthma, and anxiety. </div><div>AUGUST SPECIAL</div><div>This month, new clients can book in to see Kate and save $20 with code AUGUSTSPECIAL. </div><div>For existing clients, refer a client to see Kate in August and your friend saves $20 and YOU save $20 on your August appointment. Use code 20SAVE online in the notes section with your friends name, or ring us and we'll add to your file.</div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Are you concerned about your bone density? What you need to know.</title><description><![CDATA[1. Fizzy drinks contain phosphoric acid, which interferes with the body’s ability to absorb calcium and can lead to osteoporosis, cavities, and bone softening. Phosphoric acid also interacts with stomach acid, slowing digestion and blocking nutrient absorption.2. Vitamin K is a fat soluble vitamin that is important for blood clotting and that contributes to a healthy heart, bones and immune system.There are several different forms, mainly K1 and K2 - Vitamin K1– (or phylloquinone) is natural<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/337c6e_62dee34c537a417aaa83152058707d46%7Emv2.jpg"/>]]></description><link>https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/single-post/2018/06/04/Are-you-worried-about-your-bone-density-What-you-need-to-know</link><guid>https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/single-post/2018/06/04/Are-you-worried-about-your-bone-density-What-you-need-to-know</guid><pubDate>Mon, 04 Jun 2018 03:07:52 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/337c6e_62dee34c537a417aaa83152058707d46~mv2.jpg"/><div>1. Fizzy drinks contain phosphoric acid, which interferes with the body’s ability to absorb calcium and can lead to osteoporosis, cavities, and bone softening. Phosphoric acid also interacts with stomach acid, slowing digestion and blocking nutrient absorption.</div><div>2. Vitamin K is a fat soluble vitamin that is important for blood clotting and that contributes to a healthy heart, bones and immune system.</div><div>There are several different forms, mainly K1 and K2 - Vitamin K1– (or phylloquinone) is natural form found in greens and nettle that is used by the liver for proper blood clotting. Vitamin K2– (or menaquinone) is a more absorbable form of Vitamin K found in certain fermented foods and supplements is used by soft tissues and is helpful for bones, heart tissue and controls proper utilization of calcium. Vitamin K3– (or menadione) is a synthetic form of Vitamin K. This is typically the one injected into infants at birth.</div><div>Estimates are that over half of the adult population is deficient in Vitamin K.</div><div>While the effects of Vitamin K deficiency can show up in more serious problems like cardiovascular disease, bone loss and tooth decay, it can also manifest in smaller symptoms like easy bruising, heavy periods, or nosebleeds. Those with digestive problems or with a history of antibiotic use are the most at risk for these problems.</div><div>How I Take Vitamin K2 Since there are no known side effects from K2 consumption, even at high levels, I take 180 mcg (two 90mcg capsules) per day on most days (consuming a small amount of Natto would also work). I also consume Fermented Cod Liver Oil Daily, which is a natural source of K2 (and other fat soluble vitamins).  Some experts recommend as much as 500mcg per day, but I would only consume high levels like this under the guidance of a practitioner to make sure that cofactors (D3, calcium and magnesium) maintained proper levels as well. Of course, since K2 is a fat soluble vitamin, it is important to check with a doctor before taking, especially at high doses if pregnant or nursing. I also recommend this book for learning more about Vitamin K supplementation and safety.</div><div>Food Sources of Vitamin K Food sources of K1: Kale Dried Basil Spring Onions/Scallions Broccoli Brussels Sprouts Asparagus Cabbage Cucumbers Prunes Most greens</div><div>Food sources of K2:</div><div>Natto – fermented soybeans -you can make this yourself (best source) Grass fed butter (raw) Grass fed cheese (raw) Egg Yolks Chicken livers Grass fed Beef Chicken</div><div>3. Vitamin D3</div><div>Vitamin D regulates mineral concentration in the blood (including calcium).</div><div>When we are exposed to ultraviolet-B light from the sun or artificial sources, our bodies create vitamin D3, or cholecalciferol photochemically in our skin.</div><div>Food sources like fatty fish, eggs, and meat also provide D3.</div><div>How to Get Enough Vitamin D</div><div>-Spend a safe amount of time in the sun, but optimize your diet and lifestyle to prevent burning and get out of the sun before skin has a chance to burn.</div><div>-Use a cover-up or a safe sunscreen for long sun exposure.</div><div>-Deficiency of magnesium can inhibit vitamin D function, so make sure you get that too!</div><div>-Getting blood levels of vitamin D tested in NZ is difficult and expensive – however in the UK the NHS has recommended Vit D supplementation as many studies have shown low levels in most of the population.</div><div>-If necessary, use a vitamin D supplement. You need about 10-20 micrograms (400–800 IU) per day of vitamin D intake with a safe upper safe limit of 100mcg (4000 iu per day) for healthy bones; 90% comes from the action of sunlight on our skin and 10% from diet (such as oily fish). People who rarely expose their skin to sunlight or have a restricted diet need vitamin D supplements. The NHS recommends that breast-fed babies up to one year old and all children aged one to four should have a daily supplement, while children over five and adults should consider one in the winter months.</div><div>4.Magnesium Magnesium is vital for hundreds of functions within the human body and especially so for bone health. Many of us are deficient in this master mineral . There are several different ways to get Magnesium -  In powder form or tablet form - work up slowly to full dose to ensure against diarrhea. This will be available at our practice soon. Ionic liquid form can be added to food and drinks and dose can be worked up slowly, Or transdermal form by using Magnesium oil applied to the skin (this is my favorite method). Topical application is often the most effective option for those with a damaged digestive tract or severe deficiency. This is available at our practice in cream form.</div><div>5. You don’t need calcium supplements. A healthy, balanced diet should provide the recommended 700 millgrams a day of calcium that you need to make new bone as old bone is replaced. There is no good evidence that calcium supplements are needed if you are at low risk of osteoporosis. There has been some concern that taking extra calcium may lead to harmful deposits around the heart, increasing the risk of heart attack. The consensus is that dietary sources are preferable to supplements, except if you can’t get enough calcium from your diet because you have a condition such as Crohn’s disease that prevents adequate absorption of dietary calcium. </div><div>6. Walk quickly for 10 minutes, three times a day Weight-bearing exercise (walking, running) helps to keep bones strong. Ideally, you need a mix of “feet on the ground” activity and muscle resistance such as weights, press-ups and swimming. No one knows precisely how much exercise is needed; the NHS says adults aged 19 to 64 should do at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity every week. Three 10-minute periods of fast walking every day is a good target. There is little evidence that exercise prevents fractures once you have weak bones (called osteopenia if it is mild and osteoporosis if more severe), but people who keep active into old age are less likely to fall – and if you don’t fall, you are less likely to break a bone.</div><div>7. Don’t smoke – especially when you are young Smoking has an impact on bone-building cells, especially in people younger than 30, who are still accumulating bone. Smokers are at increased risk of osteoporosis and fractures and stopping smoking is likely to improve bone strength. It is a complicated association: smokers may also be thinner than the healthy weight range; if you fall but have no padding, you are more likely to fracture a bone. After the menopause, women make some oestrogen – which keeps bones strong – in their fat layer. Once your ovaries stop producing oestrogen, you can’t make much of it if you don’t have any fat.</div><div>8. Don’t get too thin No one is saying that it helps to be overweight; you need to be able to keep moving, of course, and the heavier you are, the more force will land on your bones if you fall. But small-framed, low-weight people have less total bone mass. As a result, losing even small amounts of weight may result in bones that break easily.</div><div>9. HRT can help some women Women are four times more likely than men to get osteoporosis, since their levels of oestrogen fall after the menopause. Hormone replacement therapy can help maintain strong bones and prevent fragility fractures (fractures that occur on minimal force). But note once you have osteoporosis, though, it is not very effective.</div><div>10. Don’t trip up The main risk of having thin bones is fragility fractures. Elderly people who fall and break a hip may never regain their independence. Vertebral fractures may be silent initially, but tend to recur and can become multiple and extremely painful and disabling. One of the most useful things you can do for a frail relative or friend is check their home for potential hazards such as loose carpet. Occupational therapy assessment, to fit hand rails to steps and baths, can be accessed via local authority websites or a GP referral.</div><div>11. Know your risk You are at increased risk of osteoporosis if you are elderly, female, underweight or immobile; if you have had previous fractures; and if you smoke, drink a lot of alcohol (more than 30 units a week) or take steroids for a condition such as rheumatoid arthritis. You can do your own risk assessment (there is a useful risk calculator on the University of Sheffield’s website). In some cases, a bone density scan is useful. This can be arranged by your GP, but the scan needs to be taken in context of your overall risk. If you are at high risk, you will probably be advised to have treatment to build up your bones, even if the scan is normal.</div><div>12. Probiotics</div><div>Last week an important new research study came out in the press supporting the use of probiotics in reducing bone loss.</div><div>https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/joim.12805</div><div>Supplementation with the probiotic Lactobacillus reuteri could lead to a paradigm shift in the prevention of osteoporosis. Previous studies in rodents have suggested that treatment with specific bacterial strains can improve bone density (1,2,3)</div><div>Sources : The Guardian and Wellness Mama</div><div>1.Britton RA, Irwin R, Quach D et al. Probiotic L. reuteri treatment prevents bone loss in a menopausal ovariectomized mouse model. J Cell Physiol 2014; 229: 1822–30.</div><div>Wiley Online LibraryCASPubMedWeb of Science®Google Scholar</div><div>2 Collins FL, Irwin R, Bierhalter H et al. Lactobacillus reuteri 6475 Increases Bone Density in Intact Females Only under an Inflammatory Setting. PLoS ONE 2016; 11: e0153180.</div><div>CrossrefPubMedWeb of Science®Google Scholar</div><div>3.Hsu E, Pacifici R. From osteoimmunology to osteomicrobiology: how the microbiota and the immune system regulate bone. Calcif Tissue Int 2017; 102: 512–21.</div><div>CrossrefPubMedWeb of Science®Google Scholar</div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>11 ways to deal with acute pain</title><description><![CDATA[What to do when theres no one to call... and how your Osteopath can help.Sudden pain Sudden pain is scary! Often the pain is far worse than the force that caused it. Often people are frightened - stay calm and grounded, notice your 5 senses so you can concentrate on what you need to do to help yourself. Try these meditations: Grounding meditations on Spotify Suggestions for pain symptomsManagement of musculoskeletal disorders varies considerably depending on the severity and duration of<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/337c6e_358ef2d3676a4229bb043268c787ea5a%7Emv2.jpg"/>]]></description><link>https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/single-post/2018/04/16/8-ways-to-deal-with-acute-pain</link><guid>https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/single-post/2018/04/16/8-ways-to-deal-with-acute-pain</guid><pubDate>Mon, 16 Apr 2018 01:54:05 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/337c6e_358ef2d3676a4229bb043268c787ea5a~mv2.jpg"/><div>What to do when theres no one to call... and how your Osteopath can help.</div><div>Sudden pain Sudden pain is scary! Often the pain is far worse than the force that caused it. Often people are frightened - stay calm and grounded, notice your 5 senses so you can concentrate on what you need to do to help yourself. Try these meditations:</div><div><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/0fBpTwJwXjKWgZfkaKC9vb">Grounding meditations on Spotify</a></div><div>Suggestions for pain symptoms</div><div>Management of musculoskeletal disorders varies considerably depending on the severity and duration of symptoms. Here's some good suggestions.</div><div>How to relieve pain Anti inflammatorys and pain relief – It is important to reduce your pain to a bearable level so you can move and sleep. Nurofen, Voltaren and Paracetamol are common favourites – follow instructions on the box or consult your pharmacist or doctor. Long term use can be contraindicated.</div><div>Shock Shock can be an important part of your injury Arnica 30c or 200c and Rescue Remedy can relieve the shock in your musculoskeletal system and allow faster pain relief and healing to occur. Start with oral form and then use cream if needed.</div><div>Natural pain relief and anti-inflammatories  These are usually more useful in less severe pain situations but can help take the edge off:</div><div>Avoid stimulants - alcohol, coffee, sugar etc. Eat healthy - whole foods and plenty of vegetablesTake tumeric - a heaped teaspoon in water 2 x per day or in supplement form </div><div>Rest and movement  Pain needs rest (20 mins minimum) but also movement such as walking and simple exercises.</div><div>Good rest positions: </div><div>Lie on your back on the floor with lower legs on sofaSemisupine position – this is a fantastic position after falls or travelling and experiencing different beds , it is also an exercise to correct and train posture https://alexandertechnique.co.uk/learning-it/semi-supine</div><div>Hot and cold packs</div><div>Cold packs are especially useful for recent injuries because it limits the amount of swelling and tissue damage and allows healing nutrients to get to the injury.</div><div>Hot and cold packs (alternating 5 mins of hot then cold) are useful after 24 hours to encourage healing.</div><div>Splinting </div><div>Today there are fantastic neck, ankle, knee, wrist etc braces available from larger chemists. Also google to rent wheel chairs, crutches and other mobility aides short term.</div><div>Strapping There are now many easy to follow diagrams available on line - ask your chemist which tape to use for limb injuries but leave spinal injuries to the trained practitioners.</div><div>Sleeping Get as much sleep as possible! If you need pain relief to sleep take pain it. To get comfortable try a pillow under your knees if lying on back and between knees if lying on your side.</div><div>See your osteopaths</div><div>At <a href="https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/">Hataitai and Miramar Osteopaths</a> we have decades of experience treating acute pain and can diagnose and manage conditions arising from the musculoskeletal system (muscles, joints, tendons, cartilage, bones, ligaments and other connective tissues, and the nerves controlling them. Ring us or <a href="https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/book-online">book your appointment online.</a></div><div>Some injuries need a hospital or doctor visit first but call us if you are unsure as we can advise you on this. We are also able to refer for Xrays, ultra sound and apply for ACC cover.</div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>7 ways to treat repetitive strain injury</title><description><![CDATA[Have you got RSI (also called Oos) or commonly known as repetitive strain injury? Osteopathy is one of the 7 ways you can help yourself.]]></description><link>https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/single-post/2018/04/16/7-ways-to-treat-repetitive-strain-injury</link><guid>https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/single-post/2018/04/16/7-ways-to-treat-repetitive-strain-injury</guid><pubDate>Mon, 16 Apr 2018 00:57:45 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div>Have you got RSI (also called Oos) or commonly known as repetitive strain injury? </div><div>Osteopathy is one of the <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2018/feb/19/seven-ways-to-prevent-and-manage-rsi?CMP=share_btn_fb">7 ways you can help yourself</a>.</div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Effect of osteopathic treatment on premature newborn babies</title><description><![CDATA[We treat many babies in the first weeks of life at Hataitai and Miramar Osteopaths. We believe early treatment and resolution of symptoms can have a profound effect on a child’s life. Check out this link on the effects of osteopathic treatment on premature newborn babies shared from Osteopaths NZ (via East Gippsland Osteopath in Australia)<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/337c6e_9d6c2dd5079c45a88cb47b5ada8acd41%7Emv2.jpeg/v1/fill/w_267%2Ch_189/337c6e_9d6c2dd5079c45a88cb47b5ada8acd41%7Emv2.jpeg"/>]]></description><link>https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/single-post/2018/04/16/Effect-of-osteopathic-treatment-on-premature-newborn-babies</link><guid>https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/single-post/2018/04/16/Effect-of-osteopathic-treatment-on-premature-newborn-babies</guid><pubDate>Mon, 16 Apr 2018 00:46:33 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/337c6e_9d6c2dd5079c45a88cb47b5ada8acd41~mv2.jpeg"/><div>We treat many babies in the first weeks of life at <a href="http://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz">Hataitai and Miramar Osteopaths</a>. We believe early treatment and resolution of symptoms can have a profound effect on a child’s life. Check out this <a href="https://eastgippslandosteopathy.com.au/2016/10/effect-of-osteopathic-treatment-on-premature-newborn-babies/#prettyPhoto">link on the effects of osteopathic treatment on premature newborn babies</a> shared from Osteopaths NZ (via East Gippsland Osteopath in Australia) </div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>10 tips to create a stretching habit</title><description><![CDATA[Several years ago I had a patient who completely transformed her own spine. She presented with thoracic back pain that was getting worse. On examination she had a severe kyphosis (forward bending curve) of her thoracic spine. I treated her several times but most importantly I introduced her to STRETCHING. She was a model patient and took on all my suggestions, taking weekly pilates lessons and daily at-home sessions. I was stunned, she had created a magnificent, 'straight' spine. After 25 years<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/337c6e_cac880c81d044b3198fa07c254154f8e%7Emv2_d_4912_2760_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_626%2Ch_352/337c6e_cac880c81d044b3198fa07c254154f8e%7Emv2_d_4912_2760_s_4_2.jpg"/>]]></description><link>https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/single-post/2018/04/10/10-tips-to-create-a-stretching-habit</link><guid>https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/single-post/2018/04/10/10-tips-to-create-a-stretching-habit</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Apr 2018 21:36:56 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/337c6e_cac880c81d044b3198fa07c254154f8e~mv2_d_4912_2760_s_4_2.jpg"/><div>Several years ago I had a patient who completely transformed her own spine. She presented with thoracic back pain that was getting worse. On examination she had a severe kyphosis (forward bending curve) of her thoracic spine. I treated her several times but most importantly I introduced her to STRETCHING. She was a model patient and took on all my suggestions, taking weekly pilates lessons and daily at-home sessions. I was stunned, she had created a magnificent, 'straight' spine. After 25 years of Osteopathy here was the power of good habits personified! It is obvious to the Osteopath when a patient regularly stretches. The specific nutrition to the joints created by stretching causes vitality in the musculoskeletal system.</div><div>Most commonly patients need Osteopathic realignment (after trauma or repetitive strain) in conjunction with stretching and strengthening exercises. With the majority of patients, within a short amount of time, they can do their own (stretching) body maintenance with little or no Osteopathic assistance.</div><div>Yes, your body needs strength- but it also needs length, regularly.</div><div>10 TIPS TO CREATE A STRETCHING HABIT</div><div><div>Start with small amounts. In your busy life 5-10 minutes every day may be all you can squeeze in (to start) . At busy times I have alternating stretch routines over the week.</div><div>Best time of day is the morning when there are less distractions. Research has shown this is best time for forming new habits.</div><div>Add interest – listen to music or podcasts. Follow a video if you have a good one. https://www.gaia.com/yoga/practices</div><div>Multitask – use primitive techniques – sit on the floor and put your laptop on the coffee table, walk barefoot: https://nutritiousmovement.com/</div><div>Make it easy – do it at home, have your equipment absolutely ready and your gym clothes beside your bed for the morning.</div><div>Book a pilates or yoga class – be accountable, pay in advance to increase your commitment and take a friend. Acknowledge that learning to move your body is a life long, ongoing lesson – better learnt in person than on a screen. Try <a href="http://www.pilatesflow.co.nz/">Pilates Flow in Hataitai</a>.</div><div>Show self compassion – If you slip up – be kind to yourself and you will be much more likely to succeed. Problems arise when you beat yourself up for not doing it the 'right way'.</div><div>Spot your loopholes. - plan in advance for holidays, house guest disruptions</div><div>Know yourself. Use what works for you! When it comes to creating a stretching habit, there is no right way, only whats right for you. Read <a href="https://www.fishpond.co.nz/c/Books/q/Better+Than+Before+%E2%80%A6">Gretchin Rubins 'Better Than Before'</a>.</div><div>Concentrate – Focus on your moves! Breathe in your tight spots. Remember what your teacher said...</div></div><div><a href="https://unsplash.com/@marion_michele">Photo credit: @marion_michele</a></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Lower back pain being treated badly on a global scale, study says</title><description><![CDATA[Do you have ongoing back problems? We can help, get in touch to see one of our Osteopaths. Osteopaths New Zealand shares:Osteopaths use a variety of hands-on techniques involving stretching muscles, mobilising joints and more gentle release techniques to help the body achieve its inherent state of homeostasis. There are better solutions to your back pain."The experts call for health professionals and patients to adopt what they call a “positive health” approach, defined as “the ability to adapt<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/337c6e_8dc3c672c51146f0a0872901ede637f9%7Emv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_620%2Ch_372/337c6e_8dc3c672c51146f0a0872901ede637f9%7Emv2.jpg"/>]]></description><link>https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/single-post/2018/04/10/Lower-back-pain-being-treated-badly-on-a-global-scale-study-says</link><guid>https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/single-post/2018/04/10/Lower-back-pain-being-treated-badly-on-a-global-scale-study-says</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Apr 2018 21:28:26 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/337c6e_8dc3c672c51146f0a0872901ede637f9~mv2.jpg"/><div>Do you have ongoing back problems? We can help, <a href="https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/appointments">get in touch</a> to see one of our Osteopaths. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/OsteopathsNewZealand/?hc_ref=ARTHNB4gV5OOxaBCEz8HJS6uaoYGqdeHfbhhbsLaE6o8iZ-6wBTk-5C4vnwTokYPjWc&amp;fref=nf">Osteopaths New Zealand</a> shares:</div><div>Osteopaths use a variety of hands-on techniques involving stretching muscles, mobilising joints and more gentle release techniques to help the body achieve its inherent state of homeostasis. There are better solutions to your back pain.</div><div>&quot;The experts call for health professionals and patients to adopt what they call a “positive health” approach, defined as “the ability to adapt and to self-manage, in the face of social, physical, and emotional challenges”.</div><div><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/society/2018/mar/21/lower-back-pain-being-treated-badly-on-a-global-scale-study-says">Read more about how lower back pain is being treated badly on a global scale.</a></div><div><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/society/2018/mar/21/lower-back-pain-being-treated-badly-on-a-global-scale-study-says">Photograph: Tom Merton/Getty Images via The Guardian article</a></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Six fermented food recipes</title><description><![CDATA[Did you know looking after your gut flora can help your joint pain? How is your microbiome? I'm loving these recipes! Inflammation is a natural bodily response to stress, infection, or injury. However, prolonged inflammation caused by a self-destructive lifestyle is a harmful response that affects your musculoskeletal system, gastrointestinal function, cardiovascular system, vision, and hormone balance. It’s crucial to control inflammation (there are pain medications of course) but it’s even<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/337c6e_d6d41bf19ada430099ec6d43a4198308%7Emv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_626%2Ch_376/337c6e_d6d41bf19ada430099ec6d43a4198308%7Emv2.jpg"/>]]></description><link>https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/single-post/2018/04/10/Six-fermented-food-recipes</link><guid>https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/single-post/2018/04/10/Six-fermented-food-recipes</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Apr 2018 21:15:33 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/337c6e_d6d41bf19ada430099ec6d43a4198308~mv2.jpg"/><div>Did you know looking after your gut flora can help your joint pain? How is your microbiome? I'm loving these <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2018/mar/07/pickle-ferment-recipes-six-of-the-best">recipes</a>!</div><div> Inflammation is a natural bodily response to stress, infection, or injury. However, prolonged inflammation caused by a self-destructive lifestyle is a harmful response that affects your musculoskeletal system, gastrointestinal function, cardiovascular system, vision, and hormone balance. It’s crucial to control inflammation (there are pain medications of course) but it’s even smarter to prevent inflammation. You can do this through daily exercise, stress management, healthy eating and avoidance of smoking and drinking. But there are many fermented foods and drinks that help reduce inflammation.</div><div>Fermented foods contain natural probiotic's which have both direct and indirect effects on the GI tract, including modulation of resident bacterial colonies and vitamin production. There are also indirect effects exerted at sites outside the GI tract, including the joints, lungs, brain and skin. Indirect effects most likely result from an impact on immunity, via changes in inflammatory mediators such as cytokines. Modulation of inflammatory responses may be related to regulating or modulating the immune system both locally and in the GI tract.</div><div>For example it is speculated that inflammation associated with rheumatoid arthritis may be modulated by the use of probiotics (Marteau et al. 2001). When inflammed, the GI tract becomes permeable and serves as a link between inflammatory diseases of the GI tract and extra‐inflammatory disorders such as arthritis. Modulation or downregulation of the immune system and subsequent reduction in GI permeability can result from consuming probiotics. (Yukuchi et al. 1992; Vanderhoof 2000).</div><div>So eat up fermented foods people!</div><div>References</div><div><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5490534/">NCBI - Evidence of the Anti-Inflammatory Effects of Probiotics and Synbiotics in Intestinal Chronic Diseases</a></div><div><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5388779/">NCBI - Clinical Evidence for the Microbiome in Inflammatory Diseases</a></div><div><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2018/mar/07/pickle-ferment-recipes-six-of-the-best">Photograph credit: Jonathan West for the Guardian</a></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>What is Osteopathy?</title><description><![CDATA[This infograph about Osteopathy from Toronto gives a great overview!<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/337c6e_6b1afbf9e38c4f3991f8b11cb0f444dd%7Emv2.png"/>]]></description><link>https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/single-post/2018/03/02/What-is-Osteopathy</link><guid>https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/single-post/2018/03/02/What-is-Osteopathy</guid><pubDate>Fri, 02 Mar 2018 04:45:54 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/337c6e_6b1afbf9e38c4f3991f8b11cb0f444dd~mv2.png"/><div>This <a href="https://downtownwellness.ca/What-Is-Osteopathy-Infographic">infograph</a> about Osteopathy from Toronto gives a great overview!</div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Have you heard of barefoot walking and the 5 primitive sitting positions?</title><description><![CDATA[Ciara and I attended Phillip Beach's taster course at our peer group meeting last Saturday .What a fantastic lecture! Wellington Osteopath Phillip teaches world wide on his new approaches to biomechanical assessment. Many Wellington practitioners use his techniques in their work.Also Professor Jon Adams and Dr Amie Steel from University of Technology in Sydney talked about Osteopathy Research Connect (ORC) the Practice Based Research Network (PBRN)being set up for Osteopaths in NZ. This is a<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/337c6e_819f24521b20497aa59ed72abac7f30f%7Emv2.jpg"/>]]></description><link>https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/single-post/2018/03/02/Have-you-heard-of-barefoot-walking-and-the-5-primitive-sitting-positions</link><guid>https://www.hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/single-post/2018/03/02/Have-you-heard-of-barefoot-walking-and-the-5-primitive-sitting-positions</guid><pubDate>Fri, 02 Mar 2018 04:30:34 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/337c6e_819f24521b20497aa59ed72abac7f30f~mv2.jpg"/><div>Ciara and I attended Phillip Beach's taster course at our peer group meeting last Saturday .What a fantastic lecture! Wellington Osteopath Phillip teaches world wide on his new approaches to biomechanical assessment. Many Wellington practitioners use his techniques in their work.</div><div>Also Professor Jon Adams and Dr Amie Steel from University of Technology in Sydney talked about Osteopathy Research Connect (ORC) the Practice Based Research Network (PBRN)being set up for Osteopaths in NZ. This is a very exciting development for us because it will support and generate research in a time and cost saving system.</div><div>Ciara is attending the Contractile Fields course run by Philip Beach and Tania Huddart (Pilates instructor) on Friday and the weekend and will be working again on Monday with fabulous new knowledge!</div><div>Don't miss next weeks special - New Patients receive $20 off your first treatment when you book online to see Ciara between March 5-9th. Write MARCH SPECIAL in the comments section.</div><div>https://www. hataitaiosteopaths.co.nz/</div><div>Ciara's has late appointments available on Mondays and Wednesdays (6pm or later on request). She is also available every 3rd Saturday morning and lunchtimes of course.</div></div>]]></content:encoded></item></channel></rss>