ME First Health Clinic

09/09/2026

Jaw tension? Headaches? Clenching?

Don’t overlook your trigger points!

Did you know that tension in the muscles around your jaw, face, neck and shoulders can contribute to jaw discomfort, headaches and facial tension?

Trigger point therapy works on tight, sensitive areas within the muscles to help release built-up tension and improve muscle function.

It may help with:
✨ Jaw tension and tightness
✨ TMJ-related muscle discomfort
✨ Tension headaches
✨ Facial muscle tension
✨ Neck and shoulder tightness
✨ Clenching and muscle fatigue

By working on the muscles surrounding the jaw — including the masseter and temporalis — we can help reduce muscular tension and encourage better movement and relaxation.

Sometimes the source of the discomfort isn’t where you feel it! 👀
If you’re regularly experiencing jaw tension or headaches, trigger point therapy may be worth exploring.

Get in touch to find out how treatment could help you.

www.mefirsthealth.com.au

02/09/2026

Dry needling and scar tissue…

Yes, dry needling can effectively improve scar tissue mobility, reduce pain, and promote healing by targeting adhesions and stimulating tissue remodeling.

Benefits of Dry Needling for Scar Tissue:

Improved Mobility: Scar tissue often forms adhesions that restrict movement. Dry needling helps restore glide between tissue layers, enhancing flexibility and range of motion.

Pain Reduction: By calming hypersensitive nerves entrapped in scar tissue, dry needling can decrease localized pain and abnormal sensations.

Enhanced Healing: The procedure stimulates fibroblasts, encouraging the formation of more organized, functional collagen.

Reduction of Swelling and Fibrosis: Dry needling can promote lymphatic drainage and reduce localized edema, helping to decrease fibrosis and improve tissue quality.

Normalization of Tissue Function: By breaking down abnormal tissue and promoting healthy tissue formation, dry needling helps restore proper muscle and connective tissue function.

Contact the clinic to see how dry needling can help you.

www.mefirsthealth.com.au

04/09/2025

Highly recommended!

Please have a read and share with family and friends.

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We have had some exciting responses to our Adult Anxiety Group Program so far! Just a reminder that our group program will be commencing in 3 weeks on September 23, 2025

Benefits of our 8 week Adult Anxiety Group:
- Access to the gold standard and evidence-based treatment – Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for anxiety
- Shared support and encouragement – group participants experience a sense of community where everyone is working towards similar goals.
- Groups help people see that anxiety is a common mental health condition and there are lots of ways to manage and treat it
- Cost effective – you will receive 90 mins of evidence-based treatment for significantly less cost than one hour of individual therapy with 2 psychologists
- Offered after hours for those who are finding it hard to access treatment during the day

Interested in registering? Call us on 9522 4006, or visit the link below for more information: https://lnkd.in/gdFj5ct7

Registration closes on the 17th of September at 5pm. Be sure to get in early as there are only a few spots left!

29/07/2025

Disciple isn’t about feeling motivated.

It’s about showing up regardless!!

www.mefirsthealth.com.au

25/07/2025

You don’t need perfection, just progress!!

Strive for Consistent Small Changes.

A little bit every day adds up.

Which one of these can you implement each day?

Just select one and build from there.

✅ Drink that extra glass of water

✅ Stretch for 5 minutes

✅ Go for a short walk. Aim for around the block, even the end of the street and back

✅ Add an extra serving of salad or vegetables with your meals

✅ Go to bed an hour earlier

✅ Read a chapter of a book nightly

✅ Deep breathing for 5 minutes

Get started today!

19/07/2025

06/07/2025

Love this! ❤️

01/07/2025

Sleep Support Guide

Make your sleep a priority!!!

🛌 Evening Habits Same bedtime/wake time daily Cool, dark, quiet room No screens 1 hour before bed Wind-down routine: reading, stretching, or journaling

☀️ Daytime Tips Morning sunlight (10–20 min after waking) Exercise daily (but not right before bed) Limit caffeine after 2 PM Avoid alcohol Short naps only (10–30 min, before 3 PM)

🧘 Calming the Mind Deep breathing Gratitude or worry journaling Gentle yoga or meditation No work or screens in bed

🚨 Common Sleep Issues
Issue Tip Wake up at 2–4 AM - reduce stress
before bed
Racing thoughts - Use journaling or breathing techniques
Trouble falling asleep - Stick to a relaxing routine and limit stimulation
Restless legs or tossing Stretch before bed, and implement magnesium

For help on implementing any of the above please contact the clinic for advice.

www.mefirsthealth.com.au

05/05/2025

Food cravings can be increased by the following:

1. Refined Carbs & Sugary Foods
These spike your blood sugar quickly, then crash it — leaving you hungry again soon.
White bread, pasta, pastries 🥐
Lollies, soda, sugary cereals 🥣
Sweetened coffee drinks ☕️
🧠 Why it happens: These cause a rapid rise in insulin, which then lowers your blood sugar and triggers hunger — often within an hour or two.

2. Low-Fibre “Healthy” Snacks
Some bars, crackers, or smoothies seem healthy, but have little fibre or protein.
Many “100-calorie packs”
Some granola bars (especially if mostly sugar)
🍽 Why it matters: Without fibre, fat, or protein, these don’t signal fullness to your brain — so your hunger comes right back.

3. Artificial Sweeteners
Found in diet sodas, sugar-free gum, or low-calorie desserts.
May confuse your body: it expects calories, gets none, and ramps up hunger.
Can increase cravings for real sugar later.

4. Ultra-Processed Foods
Highly processed foods are designed to be tasty and addictive.
Chips, fast food, frozen meals, flavored snacks
They often contain refined carbs, salt, and fat — a trio that’s hard to stop eating.
🧠 They mess with hunger hormones and override your natural “I’m full” signals.

5. Juices & Liquid Calories
Fruit juices and smoothies (without fibre) spike sugar levels without making you feel full.
Alcohol also lowers inhibitions and stimulates appetite (ever notice you're hungrier after a drink or two? 🍷😅)

🧠 Bonus: Emotional & Habit-Driven “Hunger”
Sometimes hunger isn’t physical — it’s triggered by:
Stress
Boredom
Habit (e.g., always snacking during Netflix)

✅ What To Eat Instead (to stay full longer):
Fibre-rich carbs (oats, legumes, whole grains)
Healthy fats (avocados, nuts, olive oil)
Lean protein (eggs, yogurt, tofu, chicken)
Water — thirst can mimic hunger!

For help addressing your cravings please contact the clinic for a consultation.

04/10/2024

If you're suffering from any of these symptoms, it's most likely your hormones.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Hormone imbalances are associated with numerous symptoms and health conditions.​​​​​​​​
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These listed are typical symptoms of women going through menopause and perimenopause. Please know these symptoms are real and at times debilitating with many women experiencing exactly what you're going through.​​​​​​​​
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There are a range of lifestyle factors that can also contribute to hormonal imbalances: stress, inadequate sleep, depression, nutritional deficiencies and lack of appropriate exercise.​​​​​​​​
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You may feel like you've lost control, given up and not enjoying life as you should. Please don't ignore your body and just get through each day. You deserve more!​​​​​​​​
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If you're not living your full life due to these hormonal imbalances please DM me. I'd love help you!

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