Anatomy Corner ~ Piriformis
The piriformis muscle is one of a group of deep gluteal muscles that sits underneath the gluteus maximus. It primary functions are to externally rotate the femur (turn the knee outward) and to abduct the hip (to swing your leg in a straight outward motion to the side). Its origin is at the anterior portion […]
Savoury Breakfast Muffins
Eggs are right up there in my top 5 pregnancy and postpartum foods, not least because they’re an affordable and versatile whole protein source. Pasture raised organic eggs are additionally rich in Vitamin A, D, E and Omega 3 fats. Eggs super power however is their choline content, choline offers similar benefit to your baby’s […]
Q&A with Body, Birth & Baby
Five Elements’ resident midwives Alex and Amber from Body, Birth and Baby, answer some questions about the role of a private midwife… What does a private midwife do? A private midwife is a registered midwife who has completed extra study to be able to provide care for women outside of the hospital environment. Private midwives can prescribe […]
Christmas Presence: noticing what’s there, and being kind to what you find
The arrival of summer is a beautiful thing – celebrations, get-togethers and finally getting to spend more time outdoors. For all the excitement, this time of year can also bring with it stresses and worries, and surface old hurts. Some of us can feel the pressure building, but for many of us it creeps up, […]
Christmas Gift Vouchers
Looking for the perfect gift to really spoil your loved one this Christmas? A massage voucher is a great gift for someone who has all the ‘stuff’ they need. Give them some time to relax and unwind while they are pampered by one of our qualified and experienced massage therapists. You can purchase a digital voucher that […]
Craniosacral Therapy for Anxiety and Depression ~ Another tool in your self-care toolkit
An unbalanced nervous system, set off by trauma or stress, is often at the heart of anxiety and depression. Craniosacral therapy invites the body to let go of tension and restore balance to the nervous system. As a therapist I was initially drawn to craniosacral therapy for its ability to help the body unwind ‘stuck’ […]
Anatomy Corner ~ Sternocleidomastoid
Yep, that’s quite a mouthful. We think so too, so let’s just shorten it to SCM! There, isn’t that better! The function of SCM is to rotate the head to the opposite side (imagine tilting your head as if not understanding a question) as well as to flex the neck. It is a two headed muscle […]
JOIN US ~ Practitioner rooms to rent
Work from an established multidisciplinary clinic, in busy Fitzroy North We are looking for friendly, professional, and motivated practitioners to complete our team. The Five Elements clinic has been at its Fitzroy North location for over 14 years. We are situated on a main road, close to public transport. Our clinic is a relaxed space where […]
Anatomy Corner ~ Soleus
Your soleus muscle is one of the two muscles in the posterior aspect of the calf, that is responsible for plantar flexion (lift your leg and then point your toes to the ground, this action was made by the soleus). Soleus is a broad, flat muscle that sits close to the bone, underneath gastrocnemius, so […]
Kristen’s bliss ball recipe
Bliss balls for a healthy Christmas treat ~ Great for homemade gifts! Ingredients: 10 – 12 pitted dates 1/4 – 1/2 cup desiccated coconut 2 large tablespoons good quality cocoa (or raw cacao) 1/2 cup nuts (almonds work well for this recipe) 1 tablespoon coconut oil (1 teaspoon agave or maple syrup – optional, as the […]