Successful Relationships

During discussions with couples, there are a few things that I have found to stand out and often it is when these things are missing that issues can start to occur.

As with everything in life, if we want to keep something in peak condition, we must be prepared to put in time and effort to keep it at its best and this is especially true in intimate relationships, where we must not take the other person for granted and become complacent.

As previously mentioned in the last article, about relating to others, communication is key, because without being able to communicate effectively we cannot relate our thoughts, feelings, and desires. In intimate relations, sometimes when our partner is articulating things that are not going well in the relationship it can feel as though we are to blame, though a way to help minimise any negative feelings that may arise is to remember, it is about the situation, not you personally. We need to respect one another. Your partner is supposed to be one of your closest friends, there will be times when you will have a difference of opinion and that is ok, they are their own person too, and that is why you fell in love with them in the first place, for their own uniqueness. Honesty is one of those things we all want, though sometimes have a difficult time expressing it. This is often because of fear, whether this is because of fear of hurting another’s feelings or fear of being judged. Though when we are honest with another it gives us the opportunity to build stronger and more sincere relationships, allowing the other person to see who we truly are.

We have all been through things in our life where we have been let down, though when we want to experience love and everything it may offer trust is vitally important. It is crucial we do not let past experiences taint the present. Make time for one another. Organise time together, let the world stand still and be completely present for one another, even short bursts of time regularly and simple dates can be the best ones. Laughing and looking for the positive in your relationship can make all the difference. Life is really to enjoy and it makes it all the better when you have someone to share those moments with, so make the most of it!

Want to have a deeper and more loving relationship with your partner or perhaps you want to be ready for your next one? Reach out and give me a call at 0405 361 882 or send me a message via FB: MariaChristina.Love

Always with love, Maria Christina x

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Though acupuncture is well known for its effectiveness in treating pain conditions, what often prompts people to come to see us at Bribie Acupuncture for treatment is not the pain itself but the impact the pain has on their quality of life. Pain can stop you from enjoying your morning walks, keep you off the golf course, or prevent you from running your best time in the next race. We see many clients wanting treatment to heal from injuries, speed up recovery between competitions, and to improve their sport performance.

Though the source of pain can sometimes be obvious, often more subtle dysfunctions in the nervous system result in neuropathic pain which cannot be seen on x-rays or ultrasound scans. Oftentimes this neuropathic pain involves the nerve to muscle connection where affected muscles that have become shortened/ tightened or overstretched/ loosened, physically compounds the pain due to reduced blood flow. A classic example is someone who suffers back pain after long periods of sitting: though their back muscles may of course be affected, often the muscles in their buttocks become overstretched and the muscles at the top of their thigh become overly tight (simply due to the body position while seated), and the muscles become inhibited or “switch off”, causing pain to refer to the back. If these inhibited muscles aren’t addressed, the back pain may not resolve completely or may become recurring.

When muscles are inhibited, matters can become more complex as these muscles can feel weak and we often compensate by altering our posture, creating more dysfunction in other areas of the body, creating a domino effect. We likely all know someone who has injured their knee, then started walking with a tilted posture, and wound up also having back pain. Or more subtly, a weightlifter who is unaware that their glute muscles aren’t firing to their full potential due to muscle inhibition or reduced blood flow, and they inadvertently strain their hamstrings while performing squats.

Sports acupuncture was developed with the understanding of neurology and the functions of muscles.

The first step to treatment with acupuncture is an assessment of which muscles may be contributing to the condition. Once this is defined, we are able to find the points in which nerves meet those muscles, known as motor points. When an acupuncture needle is used on a motor point with an electric impulse, it creates a contraction and relaxation phase releasing tight contracted bands of muscle or tightens overstretched bands of muscle. This is like hitting a reset button. The results are immediate pain relief and improved muscle contractibility and mobility.

Osteoarthritis is one of the most common causes of chronic knee pain, inflammation and stiffness, and reduced range of motion, which can have a negative impact on quality of life, reducing mobility and getting in the way of a good night’s sleep.

Many doctors strive to avoid prescribing medication, particularly opioids, for chronic pain - instead many are recommending acupuncture as an alternative to drugs. Acupuncture is in fact one of the treatments recommended for knee pain from osteoarthritis in the American College of Rheumatology and the Arthritis Foundation.

When the acupuncture needles are placed on the body, a signal is sent along the spinal cord to the brain which triggers a release of endogenous opioid endorphins, the body’s natural pain-relieving chemicals, and increases blood flow to the affected area to promote healing. Acupuncture also decreases the production of cortisol in the body, a hormone that helps control inflammation. With reduced pain sensations and less inflammation after acupuncture treatments, knee function and mobility can be improved.

If you’d like to make a booking or if you’d like to discuss whether acupuncture and Chinese medicine is right for you, please contact usJessica, Wendy, and Katherine - via our website www. bribieacupuncture.com.au or call 0423 160 228. You can also find us on Facebook and Instagram @bribieacupuncture. HICAPS is available onsite. Pensioner discounts available. 4/29 Benabrow Avenue, Bellara (behind the James Moore law office).