Redcliffe Wellness Centre

Author: Melissa

  • A sick world More than 95% of us are ill

    A sick world More than 95% of us are ill

    by Jennifer King ABC Online

    The bulk of the world’s population is unwell, with just one in 20 healthy during the year, according to a new analysis. But what are we sick with?

    We’re a sick lot, a large-scale inventory of global illness levels has found.

    More than 95 per cent of the world’s population is ill, the new analysis based on the 2013 Global Burden of Disease Study found.

    What’s more, a third of those had more than five chronic or acute illnesses – and Australians were among these. Low back pain and depression were the top two major health problems in Australia, in terms of their impact on people.

    The study, published in The Lancet, examined and evaluated chronic and acute disease and injury across 188 countries from 1990 to 2013 using a tool known as Years Lived with Disability (YLD), which measures the impact of health problems impairing mobility, hearing or vision, or those causing some kind of pain.

    Significantly, the study found rates of disability are rising, as people live longer and experience more illness. For example, the incidence of diabetes worldwide has increased 43% over the past 23 years while death rates from the disease have only increased 9%.

    So what did the study discover about us?

    • The 5 leading causes of YLDs in Australia are:
    1. Low back pain
    2. Major depressive disorder
    3. Other musculoskeletal disorders
    4. Neck pain
    5. Migraine
    • In both 1990 and 2013, the leading cause of YLD in Australia’s women was a major depressive disorder while the leading cause in men was low back pain. These were among the top 10 greatest contributors to disability in every country in the study.
    • The incidence of major depressive disorder in Australia’s women has increased by 46%over 23 years while the incidence of low back pain in Australia’s men has increased by 60% in the same period.
    • The number of people within the entire study who suffered from 10 or more ailments increased by 52%
    • Disease is not confined to the elderly, with 81% of those studied with more than 5 ailments being younger than 65 years old.
    • Over the past 23 years, the leading causes of health loss around the world have hardly changed.

    These findings should sound alarm bells for governments seeking to provide health care into the future for ageing populations experiencing longer life together with increased poor health.

    “The health of Australians is increasingly threatened by non-fatal ailments like back and neck pains, and mental health disorders like depression and anxiety,” says co-author of the study, Professor Louise Degenhardt of the University of NSW.

    “It is critical that we understand which diseases and injuries are causing disability so that we can effectively allocate resources.”

    Published 11/06/2015

  • Cranial Corrective Care workshop eases brain pain with Craniopathy

    brain-fog 2We just attended the Dr Marc Pick Brain and Cranial seminar this weekend 1-3 May 2015, it showed us in modern 3D graphics platforms the latest in Brain based functional neuro-anatomy of the brain proper, the nerves and blood vessels in and around the brain, an update of the understanding of the brain and most important where and how it goes wrong, and what we can do as practitioners can do to improve your brain, and what are the latest and greatest new exercises to rehabilitate brain awareness in the patient to stop brain cell death, activate dormant brain function and excite brain neurons to restore better function in the brain.

    Brain pain and symptoms we have little control on, once we acquire them, simply put when your brain has pressure on it it can 1 slow or stop blood entering that part, 2 pool blood so it doesn’t leave quick enough, 3 alter the path of the signal by shunting the signal to move quicker or slower one side of the body or 4 the skull alters its minute movements to create weird head pains.

    Cranial Corrective Care workshop eases brain pain by correcting these anomalies, or improving them requires very gentle specific cranial adjustments performed with light pressure, which after 20 years of learning we are improving on in leaps and bounds. What I mean in correcting is just that, improving the flow of blood and fluids to that part of the brain on that day. From visit to visit brain function changes and so does the cranial corrective care. As a result dormant brain function commences function, excited brain cells calm, under active kick it up, and nicely exercises specific will build on it.

    Who benefits from Cranial Corrective Care to ease brain Pain? Those who have had head trauma and it has healed to the best of its ability but more is needed, they must be able to get to the Centre, so not for institutional or hospital based patients, or those on electric therapies, and not of recency – let the brain heal to its best before Craniopathy. As trauma can be at birth or thru life to the cranium or head, infants thru to elderly can benefit after a thorough assessment.

    Most people we need to differentiate between spinal pain: changes depending on position, brain based changes doing something and drug based affected by time. Then examination and careful case history will prevail.

    Craniopathy can be on its own treatment with relevant exercises, used with spinal adjustments, used with kinesiology but is best with SOT and applied kinesiology, and can be deferred until medical considerations have taken place. Complex Temporomandibular Dysfunction (TMD) can work in with dentistry or orthodontics, or before or after.

  • Celebrating ANZAC Day at Redcliffe Wellness

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    “To Serve, to obey, to keep the cub scout promise, to

    do our best, to help others”

      Our Griffith Family

    4 Generations of the one family have served Australia, its communities and its legacy flows on, all from one being a boy scout, and believing in the scouting movement. Let me introduce my family..

     

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    Army Cadets Steven X Griffith, Clontarf QLD 2014 Graduation. My son attends Redcliffe High School and has been an Oyster Point Scout.

     

     

     

     

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    Air Cadets William R Griffith, Rothwell QLD 2014 Graduation, my son who has been a cub and scout for Oyster Point Scouts and attended Scout Jamboree at Maryborough.

     

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    Me, Army Reserve Pte Steven W Griffith, Mortar Platoon, Melbourne University Regiment ~1982 started in 12th Coburg Scouts, Ivanhoe Grammar School Cadets, soldiering in MUR, 3rd MP, DSIG, Doncaster SES Glenaroua Fire Brigade . Presently serving SES Redcliffe, Rural Fire Brigade Ballogie,& CMF. Known as Dr Steve.

     

     

     

     

     

     

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    My dad Sailor William R Griffith Australian Navy National Serviceman ~ 1956

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

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    My Pop, Soldier Artilleryman Sgt Fred Kenny, Middle East WW2 1939-43, wounded 3 times in the same foot.

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • Child Chiropractic

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    Anything from their first walk on the moon, fighting the dragon in the backyard to riding there newly turned bicycle to race Rossi’s motorbike around Phillip Island. Children’s imaginations are endless. They get hurt, and when they get hurt injuries such as neck pain, stiffness, soreness or discomfort occur. However NO PAIN is not necessarily NO INJURY. Treating children and babies is not the same as treating adults though. Dr Steve insures that your children are treated with the aim of providing the best and most evidence based care. As a father of 5 himself Dr Steve has been treating his own newborn, children and teenagers for over 14 years. Chiropractic care is always adapted to the individual patient and we’re geared to helping your children be the best that they can be. An Adjustment, physical therapy, modality or counselling is a skilled treatment and in the case of your children, it is very kind and gentler than adult care. If you care about your children, make sure they’re checked and adjusted if necessary.

    We may be able to help if your baby or child has…

    • Headaches, Pains and discomforts, irritability, postural distortion, a limp bow or bend,

    • dizziness which can present as nausea and vomitting or car sickness which comes from a jammed up neck called cervicogenic dizziness.

  • lose kg’s a week! Exercise optional!

    lose kg’s a week! Exercise optional!

    This is a Program that uses technology that you have never seen before. It has been used in America, Europe and Australia. Whether you want to lose 3 kg or 30 kg it is completely customized to you! Exercise is optional, however a walk a day or every two days will help you all round physically and mentally. Every component that we use is for weight loss, however all these components together promote an amazing Weight loss Program.

    What makes this program different to all the others on the market??

    This is an  program with  results. Life is too short to walk around with a body your unhappy with. Why don’t you give it a go?? Step out of the corner, smile confidently in those dreaded ‘family shots’ and get your relatives and friends talking about the new you!

    And we use the products on the market our patients chose.

  • A Fantastic New Approach to the Old Orthotics

    Did you know that your foot has 3 arches?

    A Fantastic New Approach to the Old Orthotics

    All 3 arches of your foot form the Plantar Vault which absorbs the damaging shock of walking and running.

    The 3 arches normally develop by age 7 but poor genetics, injuries or incorrect footwear can cause them to drop or not form properly.

    Once the main foot ligament is stretched, the foot arches no longer hold you up. With each step your foot now rolls-in too much, causing your legs to ‘twist’ and put your whole body out of alignment.

    By functional and balancing your feet, Foot levellers orthotics and Soul Revolution enhance your body’s performance and efficiency, reduce pain, and contribute to your total body wellness!! Our orthotics complement your healthcare professional’s treatment when you stand, walk, and live your life in balance.

    Unlike generic, over-the-counter orthotics, our Functional orthotics are individually designed for your unique postural problems — not just problems with your feet. We believe that correcting imbalances in your feet can properly align your spine and pelvis. Now from the manufacturer:

    https://www.footlevelers.com.au/about copied 18th August 2021

    https://www.footlevelers.com.au/why-custom-orthotics/how-we-can-help

    Foot Levelers is the world’s leading provider of individually designed Stabilizing Custom Orthotics, custom orthotic flip-flops, Shoethotics® and Sandalthotics®, as well as therapeutic products. We have been serving healthcare professionals and their patients for over 6 decades with products designed to help reduce pain in the feet, legs, hips, back and neck, so you can enjoy a fuller and happier life at work, home or play.

    Practitioners: Become a provider of Foot Levelers products »

    Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter (@FootLevelers) to learn more about Foot Levelers, Inc., or visit our patient blog to learn more about improving posture and staying healthy, and to stay up-to-date with our latest products. Doctor and patient testimonials are also a great place to see practical examples of how Foot Levelers reduces pain, improves functionality, and enhances both doctor and patient success.

    History

    The Story of Our Founder

    He wanted to enlist. Instead, he found his calling.

    It was 1942, and the war was raging. A young man from Iowa, Monte H. Greenawalt, wanted to help.

    But his preparations didn’t go as planned. A tainted batch of vaccinations killed many, and left Monte paralyzed. He was forced to lie in an iron lung for six months. “Monte will have to live the rest of his life as a paraplegic,” the doctors told his devastated family.

    A Chiropractor changed that. “They carried him in and he walked out,” his mother would recall. Monte’s path was now clear, and in 1948, he earned his degree from Lincoln Chiropractic College.

    As a young doctor, Dr. Monte began to notice a pattern: patients, especially ones with foot problems, were returning to him with the same back, joint, knee and hip problems they started with—his adjustments just weren’t holding. Dr. Monte referred these patients to a podiatrist, but their problems persisted.

    Dr. Monte began to experiment with orthotics, and through trial and error, developed a formula based on 16 unique measurements of the foot. Unlike off-the-shelf orthotics or even those made by podiatrists, Dr. Monte’s orthotic was designed to support all 3 arches of the foot, rather than just one. His patients began to feel better, results improved; his adjustments held longer.

    Demand for his services grew. In 1952, Foot Levelers, Inc. was born.

    In the decades since, Foot Levelers has served tens of thousands of doctors and millions of patients. A strong supporter of the profession that made us possible, Foot Levelers is also active philanthropically by supporting Chiropractic research, education and causes. We’re proud of the difference we’ve made in patients’ lives and in healthcare as a whole, and we invite you to join us.

    THE FOOT LEVELERS https://www.footlevelers.com.au/products/scanner-technology

    KIOSK

    Healthcare Professionals… Revolutionize your office with cloud-based software and customized reports that assist in educating your patients on their unique biomechanics.

    The Kiosk provides a positive experience for the patient while capturing important information about their feet and body. The interface is clean and welcoming – presenting information in a way that patients can understand how imbalances in their feet are impacting their daily lives. The new Kiosk adds even more of a personal touch by customizing shoe and orthotic recommendations based on patient scan report and patient shoe type selection. Experience the Foot Levelers new Kiosk interface.

    Foot Levelers Stabilizing Custom Orthotics were developed by a Doctor to treat the body as a functional unit, starting with the feet. Custom Orthotics add power to your step by supporting the three arches in each foot to provide a balanced foundation and protect and support through all phases of gait. The Gait Cycle System® is patented and is only available from Foot Levelers.

    US Patent Number 6,510,626

    3 Arch Advantage™: Support for your 3 Arches

    The feet are the foundation of the body. They provide the necessary stability to perform daily activities by supporting the weight of the entire body using a strong, 3-arched bond called the plantar vault.

    Dr. Trinh Bender of Duncan, OKThe Kiosk is a fantastic patient education tool. – Dr. Trinh Bender of Duncan, OK

    Perfect for the reception area or exam room, the Foot Levelers Kiosk uses exciting graphics and video to show the relationship between imbalances in the feet and imbalances in the body.

    FOOT LEVELERS

  • Clinic walk through with Dr Steve

    Here at Redcliffe Wellness we want you to feel at home on your first visit. That’s why we shot this short video showing you through our clinic so you know what to expect.

  • Twisted Hip?

    Twisted Hip?

    One of the reasons that people come to Redcliffe Wellness Centre is to treat pain caused by twisted joints. We have had great success in alleviating patient pain through low force techniques and manual therapies designed to walk pain free.

     

    Relieving pain caused by a twisted hip in a Nun
    Relieving pain caused by a twisted hip in a Nun
  • A low force, gentle form of correcting posture

    A low force, gentle form of correcting posture

    Dr Steve Adjusting a Happy Patient
    Dr Steve Adjusting a Happy Patient

    A low force, gentle form of correcting posture

    One of the things that people struggle with is poor posture.

    Something that people don’t know about poor posture is that it can cause:

    * tiredness/fatigue

    * stiffness

    * irritability

    *  discomfort/pain/nerve pain

    This can be relived or corrected – it is not something you need to live with.

    One of the ways that works well is a low force instrument technique called an activator. It is gentle and safe from babies to the elderly.

    To find out more about solutions for posture induced problems call Redcliffe Wellness Centre on 3284 2065 and ask about getting your free posture assessment.

     

  • Redcliffe Chiropractor receives double Swiss awards

    Redcliffe Chiropractor receives double Swiss awards

    Dr Steven Griffith was handed his double degree from Dr Erich celebrates in the Swiss Alps
    Dr Steven Griffith  in Switzerland

    Redcliffe Chiropractor Dr Steven Griffith

    receives double degree from Switzerland May 2014 in manual rehabilitation and restoring organ dysfunction.

    Steven Griffith a chiropractor in Redcliffe Queensland Australia recently earnt another two prestigiuus degrees from Switzerland in rehabilitation and restoration of organic disorders such as thyroid, pancreas, kidney and liver loss. Dr Griffith has trained in advanced areas of engineering, health, law and sciences and has created many firsts in many industries. Up until now most of his discoveries and inventions are legendary and obscure in his sourcing due to his battle with Autism.

    Being a doctor in three fields in recent times he has devoted time, effort and money to extend the quality of life in people who suffer illness and disorders unsuccessfully treated in Australia, by addressing the cause.
    13 years of study at Universities PIT, RMIT, Disney, UQ, Notre Dame plus numerous think tanks, colleges, clinics, hospitals, mastermind and institute programs, and tested with a 75% photographic memory for life, Dr Griffith is the most out-of-the-box doctor you could meet pulling in vast arrays of scientific literature to unravel any individuals loss of functional performance. With patients and clients worldwide he has developed niches of excellence.
    From Billionaires to paupers they come by word of mouth, all seeking the holy grail of Dr Steve’s immense mind or the simplicities of a complaint or pain; he has a 92.4% success across the board, slightly behind Aristotle and Hypocrites, but ahead of Freud and Einstein.
    Applicably such developments have not come at great loss. Young Steven was a quiet insular autistic boy who loved to invent and design things for his grandfather William “Big Bill” who owned a corporate empire named PARAMOUNT. With sixteen divisions of business, as the first son, of the first son of the first son (and so on) he was trained in all the facets of corporate governance in a group formed under Chloe at Young & Jacksons Hotel opposite parliament on the declaration of WWII with Boral, ICI, Stegbar, Alcoa and Paramount in unity was Steven indoctrinated. Around the age of 24 he handed in his legacy, inheritance and the mantels of power and money, declining his inheritance in the pursuit of of being the best doctor to remove pain from the body, after watching his father die with a crook back.
    Young Steven saw his family invent plastic, aluminium windows, fly wire screens, bath plugs, dolls, plastic mats, building plastics and more. He helped invent the plastic bumper bar for FORD, the plastic pipe (industrial) and the plastic engine for vehicles. He walked away from everything as the empire’s shareholders gave him an all or nothing ultimatum. The petty cash tray had $6.5 Million alone in it, but he gave it all away to his grandfathers family and friends, keeping nothing as he headed north, maintaining good relations with “Big Bill”
    His involvement with people in pain saw him train and practice as a scientist, anatomist, the homicide body identification team, abdominal surgery, tropical medicine, chiropractic, kinesiologist, acupuncture, homeopathy, allopathic medicines, nutritional medicines, dietetics, rehabilitation and restoration programs. Plus fields of Science, Law and Engineering plus as a volunteer in Redcliffe SES as a trainee trainer and presently as an advanced volunteer rural fire fighter.
    Dr Griffith has successfully rehabilitated and restored members of the following groups to be painless:
    Australian Ballet Corporation of coccyx and pelvic pain
    31 Hoteliers of Richmond
    Underage female prostitutes & Heroine addicts of St Kilda (Sacred Heart Mission)
    Gippsland District VFA, Hawthorn VFL, Juventus SC,
    Rape Victims from captivity, US Navy, PNG, SE Asia
    Pumas Junior Rugby
    Sex Offenders program ONE, Honolulu & Orange County
    Chicago Trauma Centre