The Spring Chiro Podcast

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Podcast by Chiro Lisa

The Spring Chiro Podcast

Join chiropractor and health educator Lisa, as she dives deep into the world of health and wellness to help you understand your body better and optimise your wellbeing. Get ready to uncover the root causes of common health issues and discover natural solutions you can implement in your own life.

Latest episodes

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24 April 2025

Dementors and Digital Detox: A New Approach

In this episode of the Spring Chiro Podcast, Lisa shares the strategies she used to reduce her phone screen time by over 50% and regain mindfulness. By viewing her phone as a 'digital dementor' and making conscious changes, she found herself more focused, productive, and happier with these adjustments. Join Lisa in exploring these simple practical yet effective tips for mindful phone usage to reclaim your time, and dopamine, and live more consciously.

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17 April 2025

From TV to TikTok: How Smartphones and Media Shape Our Focus

In this podcast episode, Lisa explores the intricate relationship between screen usage and neurotransmitter activity, specifically focusing on dopamine. She explains how our phones and media, through notifications and rapid visual stimuli, trigger dopamine release, making them potentially addictive. Lisa also delves into how this constant stimulation and dopamine flood can make real-life joys feel less rewarding, and how the harnessing by modern media of our orienting reflex reduces our ability to focus and concentrate. Moreover, she suggests a potential link between prevalent screen time habits and the rise in attention-related disorders, providing a thought-provoking perspective on modern-day challenges.

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10 April 2025

Digital Dilemmas: Addressing the Screen Time Epidemic

In this episode, Lisa explores the pervasive presence of screens in our lives, focusing particularly on their impact on children's development. With children spending up to seven hours a day on screens, there's concern among scientists and pediatricians about the long-term effects on cognition, social interaction, and physical health. Lisa delves into scientific recommendations for screen time, the importance of limiting exposure, and the nuances of how screens can influence brain development and sleep patterns. Research highlights correlations between excessive screen time and issues such as attention difficulties, academic challenges, and emotional disorders in children.

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03 April 2025

Is Your Tech Harming Your Neck?

In this episode, Lisa discusses the common issue of forward head carriage, a posture problem exacerbated by frequent smartphone use. She explains how holding our heads too far forward strains neck muscles, effectively increasing the load they carry due to the laws of physics. Over time, this can lead to significant spinal health issues, including increased wear and tear on neck joints. Lisa also shares simple posture checks to help listeners become more aware of their head position during daily activities. With little but frequent adjustments, it's possible to retrain your muscles for better posture and overall health.

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27 March 2025

From Ears to Ankles: Posture in Perspective

In this episode of the Spring Chiro Podcast, Lisa delves into the intricacies of posture. She explains that posture is not always under conscious control, as the body often compensates for underlying issues, resulting in imbalances. Using simple tools like a laser plumb line, Lisa evaluates posture, seeking subtle misalignments that might indicate larger issues. Listeners are encouraged to observe everyday clues, such as uneven shoe wear, which might reveal postural imbalances. Lisa also discusses the importance of the centre of gravity, and how posture can impact health, promising a detailed look at the forward head posture in the next episode.

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20 March 2025

The Posture-Health Connection: Beyond Mere Appearance

Lisa explores how posture not only influences health but also affects personal and even professional perceptions. Upright posture can convey confidence, potentially influencing job opportunities. Physically, good posture aligns with our evolutionary design, reducing joint wear and muscle fatigue. Poor posture, meanwhile, limits lung efficiency, impacts energy production, and may lead to injuries. Posture also plays a critical role in proprioception, affecting balance and movement awareness. Furthermore, poor posture might contribute to heart disease and digestion issues. Lisa underscores the need for awareness and improvement of posture for a healthier lifestyle.

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