Joondalup Massage

💙 Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or constantly “on”?

Here’s a simple technique that many people find surprisingly relaxing.

By lying over a bolster or firm cushion at the hip crease for a few minutes, the hip flexors can begin to relax, helping the body shift out of tension and into a calmer state.

Why does this matter?

The hip flexors are often tight from:
✔ Sitting for long periods
✔ Driving
✔ Stress and anxiety
✔ Busy lifestyles
✔ Lack of movement

When these muscles stay tight, they can contribute to:
• Lower back tension
• Hip discomfort
• Poor posture
• Restricted movement
• A feeling of being unable to fully relax

Many people notice that when the hips release, the whole body feels calmer.

It’s a gentle reminder that sometimes the body doesn’t need more pushing, more rushing, or more doing.

Sometimes it needs:
✨ Rest
✨ Breathing space
✨ Gentle movement
✨ Recovery

At Joondalup Massage, we often see how stress shows up physically in the body. Tight hips, tight shoulders, headaches, poor sleep, and muscle tension are often connected to an overworked nervous system.

Small daily habits can make a big difference.

Have you ever tried a hip flexor release exercise like this before?

👇 Let me know in the comments.

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💙 Have you ever reached behind you to do up your bra and felt a sharp shoulder pain?

You’re not alone.

This is one of the most common complaints I hear from women, especially during perimenopause and menopause.

At first, it might just feel like a little stiffness.

Then you notice:
⚠️ Reaching behind your back hurts
⚠️ Putting on a bra becomes difficult
⚠️ Lifting your arm overhead feels restricted
⚠️ Sleeping on that shoulder becomes uncomfortable

Many women are surprised to learn that hormonal changes can play a role.

As oestrogen levels decline, inflammation can increase and the tissues around the shoulder can become more sensitive, tight, and prone to conditions such as frozen shoulder.

The good news?

The earlier you address it, the better the outcome tends to be.

💙 How remedial massage can help:

✔ Reduce muscle tension around the shoulder
✔ Improve circulation
✔ Increase mobility and range of motion
✔ Reduce compensation patterns in the neck and upper back
✔ Support recovery with mobility exercises and stretches

Don’t wait until you can barely lift your arm.

A small shoulder problem today can become a much bigger problem if left untreated.

Let’s get you moving comfortably again.

📅 Appointments available

📍 Belridge Chiropractic
📞 (08) 9401 7111
📩 [email protected]

👇 Have you ever struggled to fasten your bra because of shoulder pain?

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🚶‍♀️ “I know my posture is bad…”

It’s one of the most common things I hear from clients with back pain.

But posture isn’t always the problem.

Often, the real issue is that the body has become stiff, weak, tired, or stuck in the same positions for hours every day.

Think about how much time we spend:

💻 Sitting at a desk
📱 Looking down at phones
🚗 Driving
🛋 Sitting on the couch
😴 Sleeping in the same position

Over time, muscles can become tight, joints can become restricted, and the body starts compensating.

This may lead to:

⚠️ Lower back pain
⚠️ Mid-back tightness
⚠️ Neck and shoulder tension
⚠️ Headaches
⚠️ Hip stiffness
⚠️ Reduced mobility

The good news?

Your body is adaptable.

How remedial massage can help:

✔ Release tight muscles
✔ Improve joint mobility
✔ Improve circulation
✔ Reduce pain and stiffness
✔ Help restore natural movement patterns
✔ Support nervous system relaxation

We also provide simple mobility exercises and stretching advice so you can continue improving between treatments.

Recovery isn’t about sitting perfectly straight all day.

It’s about helping your body move well, move often, and recover properly.

If your back has been talking to you lately, don’t ignore it.

Let’s get you moving comfortably again. 💙

📅 Appointments available

📍 Belridge Chiropractic
📞 (08) 9401 7111
📩 [email protected]

👇 How many hours a day do you think you spend sitting?

💙 Your body has been putting up with it long enough.

That tight neck.

Those aching shoulders.

The headaches that keep coming back.

The hip pain, sciatica, lower back pain, or stiffness that makes everyday tasks harder than they should be.

Many people wait until the pain becomes unbearable before they seek help.

What if you addressed it now?

A few appointments have become available this week, and I’d love to help you feel more comfortable, move more freely, and get back to doing the things you enjoy.

Remedial massage can help:

✔ Reduce muscle tension
✔ Improve mobility and flexibility
✔ Ease aches and pains
✔ Support recovery
✔ Calm the nervous system
✔ Help you feel more relaxed and refreshed

Sometimes all your body needs is a little help to reset.

📅 Available this Friday:
🕑 2:00pm
🕒 3:00pm

If one of these times suits you, send me a message or call the clinic to secure your appointment.

📍 Belridge Chiropractic
📞 (08) 9401 7111
📩 [email protected]

Your future self will thank you. 💙

🌿 What is Cupping Therapy?

Cupping is a technique often used alongside remedial massage to help release tight muscles, improve circulation, and support recovery.

Using specialised cups, gentle suction is created on the skin, lifting the tissue rather than compressing it.

Many clients find it incredibly relaxing and notice improved movement after treatment.

Benefits of cupping may include:

✔ Reduced muscle tension
✔ Improved blood flow and circulation
✔ Increased mobility and flexibility
✔ Relief from tight shoulders and neck tension
✔ Support for recovery after exercise
✔ Reduced muscular stiffness
✔ Encouragement of lymphatic flow
✔ Relaxation of the nervous system

Cupping is commonly used on:

💙 Neck and shoulders
💙 Upper and lower back
💙 Hips and glutes
💙 Legs and calves

One of the biggest advantages of cupping is that it helps lift and decompress tight tissues, which can feel different to traditional massage techniques.

Those circular marks sometimes seen after treatment are not bruises. They are a normal response to the suction and usually fade over several days.

Every treatment is tailored to the individual, and cupping may be used as part of your remedial massage session when appropriate.

If you’re struggling with muscle tension, stiffness, restricted movement, or recovery from training, cupping may be a useful addition to your treatment plan.

📅 Appointments available

📍 Belridge Chiropractic
📞 (08) 9401 7111
📩 [email protected]

👇 Have you ever tried cupping therapy? What was your experience?

😟 Ever walked away from a conversation and felt your shoulders up around your ears?

Stressful conversations don’t just affect the mind.

They affect the body too.

Maybe it was:
• A difficult discussion at work
• Family conflict
• Relationship stress
• Worrying about finances
• Caring for a loved one
• Receiving bad news

When we feel stressed or threatened, the body automatically shifts into “fight or flight” mode.

You might notice:

⚠️ Tight shoulders
⚠️ Neck pain and stiffness
⚠️ Jaw clenching
⚠️ Headaches
⚠️ Shallow breathing
⚠️ Difficulty sleeping
⚠️ Feeling exhausted but unable to relax

Many people don’t realise they’re carrying stress until the body starts speaking up.

A simple check-in:

💙 Are your shoulders relaxed or creeping upwards?
💙 Are you clenching your jaw?
💙 Can you take a slow, deep breath?
💙 Are you holding tension in your neck?

A few things that can help:

✔ Take a short walk
✔ Practice slow breathing
✔ Stretch your neck and shoulders
✔ Stay hydrated
✔ Get some sunlight
✔ Prioritise rest and recovery

Remedial massage can also help by reducing muscle tension, improving circulation, and helping the nervous system shift out of stress mode.

Sometimes the body isn’t asking for more pushing through.

It’s asking for a chance to relax.

📍 Belridge Chiropractic
📞 (08) 9401 7111
📩 [email protected]

👇 Have you ever noticed your neck or shoulders tighten after a stressful conversation?

💗Ladies… don’t ignore that shoulder pain.

Have you noticed your shoulder becoming painful, stiff, or difficult to move?

Perhaps reaching into cupboards hurts, fastening your bra is uncomfortable, or you struggle to lift your arm overhead.

Many women are surprised to learn that shoulder pain and frozen shoulder become much more common during perimenopause and menopause.

As oestrogen levels decline, inflammation can increase and the tissues around the shoulder may become more sensitive, stiff, and painful.

A few things that may help at home include:

🔥 Applying a heat pack or wheat bag to the shoulder
💙 Using magnesium cream to help relax tight muscles
🤸 Gentle mobility exercises and stretching
🚶 Keeping the shoulder moving within a comfortable range
😴 Prioritising good sleep and recovery

The earlier you address shoulder pain, the easier it is to restore movement and prevent the shoulder becoming increasingly stiff and restricted.

How remedial massage can help:

✔ Reduce muscle tension around the shoulder
✔ Improve circulation and mobility
✔ Reduce pain and stiffness
✔ Improve range of motion
✔ Provide guidance on simple exercises to support recovery

Don’t wait until you can barely lift your arm.

Let’s address the pain before it gets worse and help you get back to moving comfortably again.

📅 Appointments available
📍 Belridge Chiropractic
📞 (08) 9401 7111
📩 [email protected]

👇 Have you noticed more shoulder pain during perimenopause or menopause?

😴 Waking at 3am? Struggling to switch off at night?

You’re not alone.

Many people tell me they feel exhausted, yet their mind won’t stop racing when they finally get into bed. Others fall asleep easily but find themselves wide awake at 2am or 3am and unable to get back to sleep.

Often this can be a sign that the nervous system is stuck in “go mode” and finding it difficult to fully relax.

A few simple habits that can support better sleep include:

☀️ Getting morning sunlight
🍫 Enjoying a magnesium hot chocolate before bed
📵 Reducing screen time in the evening
😴 Wearing a sleep mask to keep the room dark
🚶 Gentle movement during the day
🌿 Sipping calming herbal teas such as chamomile or lemon balm
🧘 Taking time to slow down with deep breathing, stretching, or reading

Good sleep isn’t just about feeling rested.

It’s when the body repairs, recovers, balances hormones, supports immunity, and restores energy for the day ahead.

Remedial massage can also help calm the nervous system, reduce muscle tension, and encourage the body to shift into a more relaxed state.

Sometimes the body isn’t asking for more pushing.

It’s asking for rest. 💙

What helps you get a good night’s sleep? Share your favourite sleep tip below 👇

📍 Belridge Chiropractic
📞 (08) 9401 7111
📩 [email protected]

💙 “I thought it was just getting older…”

A lady came into the clinic recently frustrated that she couldn’t lift her arm properly.

Reaching into cupboards hurt.

Putting on a bra was painful.

Even fastening her seatbelt had become difficult.

She told me:

“I thought it was just part of getting older.”

But after talking through her symptoms, a different picture started to emerge.

She was in her late 40s and experiencing perimenopause.

Along with the shoulder pain she had also noticed:
• Poor sleep
• Increased stress
• Brain fog
• Achy joints
• Reduced recovery after exercise

What many women don’t realise is that frozen shoulder becomes much more common during perimenopause and menopause.

As oestrogen levels fluctuate and decline, inflammation can increase and the tissues around the shoulder can become painful, stiff and restricted.

This isn’t just “ageing.”

It’s often hormonal.

Our treatment focused on:
✔ Reducing muscle tension around the shoulder
✔ Improving movement and circulation
✔ Restoring range of motion
✔ Providing simple mobility exercises to do at home

The goal wasn’t just to reduce pain.

The goal was to help her get back to everyday life without constantly thinking about her shoulder.

If you’ve noticed shoulder pain, aching joints, stiffness or reduced mobility during perimenopause or menopause, you’re not imagining it and you’re certainly not alone.

📅 Appointments available
📍 Belridge Chiropractic
📞 (08) 9401 7111
📩 [email protected]

👇 Have you noticed more aches and pains since entering perimenopause?

✨ A few appointments have become available this week! ✨

If you’ve been putting up with:

✔ Tight shoulders and neck tension
✔ Headaches or migraines
✔ Sciatica or lower back pain
✔ Hip pain and stiffness
✔ General aches and muscle tension
✔ Stress, fatigue, or poor sleep

Now is the perfect time to book in.

Life gets busy and it’s easy to keep pushing through discomfort, but often those little niggles don’t go away on their own.

Remedial massage can help reduce muscle tension, improve mobility, relieve pain, and give your nervous system a chance to slow down and recover.

Whether you’re dealing with a specific injury, ongoing pain, or simply need some time to relax and recharge, I’d love to help you feel your best.

💙 Limited appointments available this week.

📍 Belridge Chiropractic
📞 (08) 9401 7111
📩 [email protected]