Westernport Innate Chiropractic

24/12/2025

16/12/2025

The body's blood vessels - arteries, veins and capillaries - stretch more than 95,000 km if laid end to end, enough to circle the Earth more than twice.

11/12/2025

If all your nerve fibers were stretched end to end, they'd span roughly 72 km.
The longest single nerve, the sciatic nerve, can stretch over 3 feet in some individuals, running from the lower spine down to the foot.

The central nervous system, made up of the brain and spinal cord, controls everything thought, sensation and movement - with the spinal cord alone measuring about 45 cm in length.

27/11/2025

Headaches can result as a symptom from a cervical spine problem.

The cervical spine – that is, the upper seven of our vertebrae. Its 37 separate joints endlessly allow the head and neck to move atop the torso – all the while obeying constant commands from the special senses and reflex mechanisms.

The cervical spine holds up our heavy heads between 14 to 16 hours a day. This is hardly easy. The head is far from evenly balanced on top of our spine, it’s tilted heavily forward; without the cervical muscles, it would topple over onto our chest.

The cervical spine is a vital part of nearly all our everyday activities, including speaking, gesturing, sitting, standing, lying down, breathing and many more. Most of what our head does, it does thanks to the cervical spine.

And that’s why you’ll be glad to know that chiropractors have led the way in recognizing the cervical spine’s uniqueness – even from the rest of the spine – and caring for it accordingly.

24/11/2025

If you’re someone who has difficulty getting to sleep each night, you’re not alone.
Naturally, getting stressed about falling asleep is the quickest way to stay awake.

Sleep insufficiency can contribute to a variety of chronic diseases, such as hypertension, diabetes, depression, and obesity, as well as cancer, increased mortality, and reduced quality of life and productivity.

Once you’re lying down, think about anything but falling asleep. Here are some helpful suggestions:

1. Starting at your toes and slowly moving towards your head, focus on contracting and relaxing your muscles. Repeat as needed.

2. Count your breaths. Become mindful of each inspiration and expiration as you become aware of the subtle changes of your lungs expanding and contracting.

3. Visualize some type of repetitive action, such as swinging a baseball bat, digging with a shovel or the classic, all-time favorite, counting sheep.

If slumber evades you, get out of bed and read a book.

20/11/2025

Salt is the primary seasoning used to flavor food and an essential ingredient of the diets of both animals and humans alike.

The human body contains about four ounces of salt. If you don’t have enough of it, your heart won’t beat, you can’t digest your food, your blood won’t circulate throughout your body and your muscles won’t work properly.

While salt may contribute to high blood pressure in some people, for others it may be a treatment for chronic fatigue syndrome.

When it comes to watching your salt intake, most people focus on limiting certain foods–but some beverages, like sports drinks, are often high in sodium.

17/11/2025

Did you know you have a ‘second brain’ in your gut?

It surprises many to learn that they have an enteric nervous system. It controls and regulates the esophagus, stomach, small intestine and colon and has five times the number of neurons as your spinal cord.
The enteric nervous system is thought to play a major role in our emotional well-being, too. It connects to the brain, directly affecting feelings of sadness or stress, even influencing memory, learning and decision-making.

Many gastrointestinal disorders such as acid reflux, colitis and irritable bowel syndrome begin with the brain in our gut.

13/11/2025

The act of nurturing plants into bloom can provide a sense of satisfaction and accomplishment. Gardening also allows you to get grounded by literally putting your hands in the soil, which can induce feelings of tranquility. Studies have even shown getting dirt under your nails exposes you to beneficial bacteria that may positively influence your mood.

10/11/2025

When we’re stressed, our muscles tense up, often leading to misalignments in our spine. This can cause headaches, back pain, and even affect our overall well-being.

We understand the mind-body connection. That’s why we encourage our patients to incorporate stress-reduction techniques into their daily lives. Try deep breathing exercises, meditation, or gentle yoga to help relax your muscles and ease tension.

06/11/2025

Combined with mindful eating, proper hydration, and gentle movement, supporting your spinal health can help your digestive system work more efficiently. Listening to your body’s signals, eating slowly, and maintaining regular chiropractic check-ins all work together to keep things moving comfortably. A well-aligned spine truly supports overall wellness—even after mealtime!

02/11/2025

We will be closed for the Melbourne Cup public holiday Tuesday 4th November and will reopen Wednesday 5th November from 8am.