As winter sets in and the mornings greet us with a crisp chill, the transition from warm autumn days to colder winter mornings signals a shift not only in the weather but also in our daily routines. For many, this change may mean adjusting exercise regimens to accommodate the colder temperatures, with early risers hitting the pavement or gym as early as 5am.
It’s crucial to remember the importance of maintaining our physical well-being, especially as we adapt to the cold weather. This is where Carlin Chiropractic Care comes into play, offering invaluable support for our bodies as we navigate the seasonal transition.
With the colder mornings tempting us to stay bundled up in bed, those dedicated to their fitness routines often find themselves braving the chill for early morning workouts. Exercising at 5am can invigorate the mind and body, setting a positive tone for the day ahead. However, it’s essential to recognise the strain that such activities can place on our musculoskeletal system, particularly as the body adjusts to colder temperatures.
This is where Carlin Chiropractic Care emerges as a crucial component of maintaining overall wellness, especially during the colder months. Our Chiropractors specialise in managing musculoskeletal disorders that may stop us performing well and adapting to different weather conditions.
We tailor you care plan to ensure your personal goals and individual physiology are optimised.
Through targeted adjustments, supporting your alignment and centering, our Chiropractors help optimise your physical performance, ensuring healthy joint function, better mobility, flexibility, and overall physical health.
Injury Prevention and Performance Optimisation
For early morning exercisers, regular Carlin Chiropractic Care can be particularly beneficial. By addressing any misalignments or imbalances in the spine and joints, Carlin Chiropractors help ensure that the body is primed for optimal performance.
Moreover, Carlin Chiropractic Care can ensure that your rest and digest systems are activated.
You may have heard about how your Vagus Nerve drives digestive health and supports optimum body performance.
Carlin chiropractic Care always addresses and activates healthy Vagal function.
Beyond injury prevention, Carlin Chiropractic Care offers a holistic approach to wellness, focusing not only on alleviating symptoms but also on addressing the underlying causes of discomfort and dysfunction. Through a combination of gentle and targeted care supporting your Spine Health Brain Health together with exercise and lifestyle recommendations, our Chiropractors empower individuals to take an active role in their health, fostering long-term vitality and resilience.
As we embrace the cooler weather and embark on our early morning workouts, let us not overlook the importance of prioritising our physical well-being. By incorporating Carlin Chiropractic Care into our wellness routines, we can better support our bodies as they adapt to the seasonal transition, ensuring that we remain strong, healthy, and ready to conquer whatever challenges lie ahead.
So, as the mornings grow colder and the allure of the snooze button beckons, remember the invaluable role that Carlin Chiropractic Care plays in optimising your health and fitness. Embrace the chill, and let Carlin Chiropractic be your trusted companion on the journey to wellness this autumn. Make a booking today!
During this part of our new year, we’ll be bringing inspiration and tips to support you to creating a cool, calm and collected way forward.
Our brain is made of 3 distinct and interactive brain regions:
If this “brain” is your dominant force, it will be hard to relax, calm down and sleep properly.
You will be probably anxious and at least hyperalert for the “wild tiger” lurking in your backyard. You may have changes in your physiology to help you respond to the” battle” like blood pressure/blood sugar changes, stress hormone depletion and a shift in your autonomic nervous system towards “Sympathetic Dominance”.
It helps you survive but it’s not a comfortable place…..
This is where we relate to the external world with our emotional expression, experience and memory. It’s also where we relate to the world through our immune responses. The growth and repair of our cells rely heavily on healthy, efficient and integrated Limbic Brain.
If we are “stuck” here, we are often unhappy and unwell….
When this network is dominant, we feel bright, focused and calm. We are also in the best mode to take full advantage of our ability to rewire our brain levels and networks towards more of what we are striving to be, do, or have!!
We are also much less likely to have uncontrolled inflammation and immune reactivity.
In short, this area being dominant gives us access to focus, wellbeing and energy!!
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At Carlin Chiropractic, we know that true wellness starts with understanding the body — and the brain plays a vital role in that balance.
One of the most advanced tools we use to help you achieve better health is the QEEG (Quantitative Electroencephalography) assessment.
Think of a QEEG as a “brain map” — a non-invasive way to see how your brain is functioning. By measuring the brain’s electrical activity at the cortical (outer) layer, we can detect patterns that may influence your focus, mood, sleep, memory, and even physical wellbeing.
Your brain cells communicate using tiny electrical impulses. These signals occur at different speeds — called brainwaves — such as Delta, Theta, Alpha, Beta, and Gamma.
A QEEG measures these brainwaves and compares them to a large database of what’s considered “optimal” activity.
When certain areas of the brain are overactive or underactive, it can affect how you think, feel, and function. By identifying these irregularities, we can gain valuable insights into your:
This information can guide a care plan tailored to your needs — which may include gentle spinal therapy, Neural Organisation Technique, photobiomodulation, neurofeedback training, nutrition strategies, and more.
We’ll provide you with a simple checklist to follow. This ensures we get the clearest, most accurate reading possible. If anything on the list is tricky for you, let us know — we’ll work with you to find alternatives.
We carefully review your brainwave data, filter out any interference, and prepare your personalised brain map.
At your follow-up appointment, we’ll sit down together to go through your results in clear, easy-to-understand language. You’ll see exactly what we see — and we’ll discuss the best next steps to support your brain and body health.
We don’t just look at symptoms — we look at the whole picture. Your QEEG results are an important part of creating a care plan that supports your nervous system, spine, and brain health together.
Because QEEG is safe, non-invasive, and free from radiation, it’s suitable for most people, including children and adults. While it’s not designed to replace medical diagnosis, it provides powerful insights to complement your health journey.
“Your brain is your body’s control centre,
Let’s make sure it’s performing at its best”.
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Supporting your Brain Health Spine Health at Carlin Chiropractic.
There’s lots happening this month at Carlin Chiropractic, and we’re excited to share all the ways we’re supporting your health, your family’s wellbeing, and our community. From National Spinal Health Week and Tech Neck awareness, to fun local events, kids’ competitions, and new health tools, there’s something for everyone!
National Spinal Health Week is a powerful reminder of how vital it is to care for your spine and nervous system. This year’s “Tech Neck” theme is especially relevant for modern families.

With more screen time than ever, both kids and adults are spending long hours hunched over phones, laptops, and tablets. This constant forward-head posture places strain on the cervical spine, leading to:
Neck and shoulder pain
Postural fatigue
Long-term spinal wear and tear
Increased stress due to sympathetic dominance: a state linked with fatigue, mood changes, and decreased cognitive clarity
Our Chiropractic Care focuses on restoring alignment and calm, by targeting not only spinal health but also adrenal function and nervous system balance.
In partnership with the Australian Chiropractors Association (ACA), you could win a $1000 Flight Centre voucher by submitting a 50-word story about how Chiropractic Care helped your Tech Neck symptoms!
Click here to enter the ACA competition
We were thrilled to be participating in the Town of Claremont’s annual family event, Day on the Bay! Thanks to those who came and visited our double marquee, where we offered:
Free Spine Health Checks
Tech Neck assessments
Balance and falls risk screening
It was a wonderful day out for the whole family, thanks for stopping by to say hello!
Get those crayons ready! We’re inviting all our junior practice members to join in the ACA Kids’ Colouring-In Competition.
Entry forms are available now at reception, with amazing prizes to be won. Let your children get creative while learning about the importance of spinal health!
Behind the scenes, the Carlin Chiropractic Team is currently undergoing professional coaching and development to better serve you. One of our key focuses is helping you optimise your:
Movement
Energy
Mood
We’re committed to supporting your vitality at every stage of life.
If you haven’t yet, now is the perfect time to sign up for our Vital.ly online portal, giving you access to:
Practitioner-only supplements
Wellbeing products without a prescription
Exclusive discounts
Convenient delivery to your home
👉 Set up your Vital.ly account here
To your best health,
The Carlin Chiropractic Team
We have a lot of exciting news to share with you this season at Carlin Chiropractic! From practice refurbishments to academic support, family care reminders, winter sports injury management, and a new way to access your health supplements, here’s everything you need to know.
We’re thrilled to announce that the practice will be undergoing refurbishments over the next month to create a more comfortable and modern space for your care.
Upgrades will include:
Fresh paint throughout
New carpeting
Enhanced computers and digital systems
We appreciate your patience during this period and can’t wait for you to enjoy the new look and feel of the practice!
As Term 2 gets underway, it’s common for students to begin experiencing challenges with learning, memory, and processing. These struggles can often lead to anxiety and distress.
Our Neuro Rehabilitation Service has been helping students for years. We’re proud to now offer Quantitative EEG which helps provide a deeper insight into brain function.
If a student in your family is feeling overwhelmed academically, please reach out. We’re here to support their learning and wellbeing!
At Carlin Chiropractic, we are proudly a family-focused practice. We believe spine and brain health are often overlooked components of overall wellness.
We frequently hear, “I’m not in pain, so I must be fine.” However, maintaining healthy movement, optimal alignment, and strong sensory feedback is vital for a thriving nervous system, whether or not you’re feeling symptoms.
Don’t wait for pain to appear! Holiday breaks are a perfect time to bring your family in for a check-up. Your body will thank you.
The winter sports season has kicked off, and we’re already seeing young athletes presenting with back injuries, concussions, knee problems, and shoulder issues.
Before beginning rehabilitation exercises, it’s important to address any underlying spinal distortions and joint function problems. Restoring Spine Health first leads to quicker, more complete recoveries. We’re here to help your young athletes stay at their best!
Please note that Dr. Simon will be on leave from Friday, April 25, through Sunday, May 4.
Dr. Sean will be available during this time to continue providing exceptional care to our practice members.
We’re excited to introduce an expanded range of practitioner-only supplements through our online portal with Vital.ly.
This allows you to easily access high-quality health products, delivered straight to your home!
To set up your account and start shopping, simply speak to our reception team or click the link below:
👉 [Set Up Your Vital.ly Account Here!]
To Your Best Health,
The Carlin Chiropractic Team
We are excited to announce that our new software, Practice Hub, is now up and running! This marks a significant step forward as we transition to digital records, making it easier than ever to access your care.
The Practice Hub app is available to all our Practice Members, providing a seamless way to view and manage appointments. Below, we’ve outlined step-by-step instructions to help you get started.
With the Practice Hub app, you can:

Look for the following icon in the App Store or Google Play Store.


Your account is now ready to go! If you encounter any challenges, we’re here to assist.
We extend our gratitude to the Town of Claremont for inviting us to the recent Artisan Markets at Claremont Oval. Our team enjoyed offering free spine checks, and we had a blast watching Fuchsia the Hula Hoop Artist demonstrate how to activate the spine with fun hoop exercises!

We are delighted to announce that Dr. Sean has now joined us in a full-time capacity! With extensive experience and a diverse skill set across multiple chiropractic techniques, he will be a valuable addition to our team.
Starting at the end of March, Dr. Sean will be taking over Dr. Simon’s Friday morning service.

We are excited to welcome Katerina to our Chiropractic Assistant (CA) Team! She brings a wealth of experience in administration, customer service, and accounts management. We look forward to having her as part of our assisting team.

Yours in health,
Dr. Simon Carlin & The Carlin Chiropractic Team
A warm welcome back to all our practice members who have been away on holidays, both here in Perth and overseas! We hope you’ve had a fantastic break and are feeling refreshed for the year ahead.
For many families, the return to school means adjusting to routines after a long holiday. We wish all students a smooth and successful start to the academic year!
This is also the perfect time to check in with us at Carlin Chiropractic. If the students in your household need support with their spine health and brain health, now is the time to act.
Processing information, focusing in class, and regulating behaviour can be challenging for students, especially after an extended break. Chiropractic Care plays an essential role in improving posture, nervous system function, and overall well-being, all of which contribute to better concentration and performance at school.
A key part of our Brain Health approach is our Quantitative EEG (QEEG) service, which provides valuable insights into brain function and development. QEEG assessments help us understand how your child’s brain is functioning and how best to support their cognitive and emotional well-being.
If your child struggles with focus, mood, sleep, or learning difficulties, we encourage you to explore the benefits of our Brain Health program.
Our new Practice Hub software is gaining momentum, and we’re excited to introduce the Practice Hub App! This user-friendly app will allow you to:
✔ View your Chiropractic Care details on your mobile device or PC
✔ Access care support, exercises, and wellness resources
✔ Easily track your progress with us
🔹 Tip: If you don’t receive the verification email, check your spam folder or contact us for assistance.
We appreciate your patience as we refine this new system—it’s all about making your Chiropractic Care more accessible and efficient!
Please see app instructions below:
You will need to download the app on your mobile device and please see the links below for both Apple and Android.
Downloading the Practicehub App – the app looks like the below icon.

We love being part of the Perth community and are kicking off our first event of the year at the Claremont Artisan Markets on Saturday, February 22nd.
Come visit us and try out our hula hoop challenge—it’s a fun way to test your coordination and movement!
We look forward to seeing you there!
While Dr. Sean is away, Dr. Simon will be covering all practice shifts until midday on Tuesday, February 11th.
For your convenience, Dr. Simon will also be available this Saturday, February 8th. If you need an adjustment, book in before schedules get busy!
If you’re feeling like you need an energy boost, sleep support, or a post-holiday detox, check in with our team about our high-quality supplements and nutraceuticals.
We’ll help you find the best natural support to get your body back in balance and feeling great for the year ahead!
At Carlin Chiropractic, our mission is to support you and your family’s health journey. From students heading back to school, to busy professionals and active retirees. We’re here to help you move better, feel better, and thrive in 2025!
📞 Call us today to book your next visit.
Looking forward to taking care of you,
Dr. Simon Carlin & The Carlin Chiropractic Team
Happy New Year from all of us at Carlin Chiropractic in Cottesloe!
We’d like to extend a warm welcome back to all the families and friends returning from their Christmas holidays here in Perth and abroad. We hope you’re feeling refreshed, rejuvenated, and ready for a sensational year ahead.
The start of a new year is the perfect time to refocus on your health and wellness goals. Whether you’ve been consistent with your care or it’s been a little while, now is a great time to recommit to your vitality for 2025 and beyond.
Talk to our dedicated Chiropractic team at your next visit to review or update your health plan. And if you’ve been out of care for a while, let’s kickstart your year together—call us today to book your next appointment!
We’re thrilled to announce that our new software system is now operational! By early February, we expect all features, including online booking, to be fully functional.
The new system is designed to make managing your appointments simpler and more convenient. We’re also working on an app to allow you to view and manage your appointments on the go.
Thank you for your patience during this transition. We’re confident this update will streamline your experience with us, making it even easier to prioritise your health.
While some of our team will be taking well-deserved leave this month, we’ve worked hard to ensure that your care remains uninterrupted.
Our new system will notify you in advance if Dr. Sean, Dr. Simon, or any of our team members are away. Rest assured, your care plan will be managed seamlessly, regardless of any scheduling adjustments.
Your health is always our priority, and we’re here to provide consistent, high-quality care throughout the year.
The January holidays are a great time to check in on your kids’ health and wellbeing. If your child has been dealing with challenges like poor posture, mood changes, or lingering injuries from last year’s sports activities, now is the perfect time for a chiropractic check-up.
With a more flexible January schedule, we’re here to help your kids achieve optimum spine health and brain health, setting them up for a successful start to the school year.
Our clinic remains open six days a week in January to ensure you and your family can access the care you need. Whether it’s to restart your health journey, address new concerns, or maintain your wellness momentum, we’re here for you.
Let’s make 2025 your best year yet!
Kind Regards,
Dr. Simon Carlin and the Carlin Chiropractic Team
As the festive season approaches, we at Carlin Chiropractic in Cottesloe want to take a moment to thank you for being an integral part of our practice in 2024. It’s been our privilege to support you and your family on your journey to better health and wellness.
We wish you and your loved ones a marvelous Christmas and a happy, healthy start to 2025. We hope the care you’ve received with us has empowered you to be your best throughout the year.
This holiday season, we’ll remain open through most of the festive period and are happy to assist visiting family members and friends who may need care while in Perth. We look forward to continuing to support you in achieving your health and wellness goals in the New Year.
Warmest regards,
The Carlin Chiropractic Team
We understand the importance of staying on top of your care during the holiday season. Here are our operating hours to help you plan your visits:
If you’re feeling festive but not flexible, book a session early to ensure your body stays as ready for the holidays as your spirit!
Take advantage of our prepaid plans at their current rates before we transition to our new software system on Thursday, 12th December.
Purchasing a prepaid plan now allows you to lock in additional savings while continuing your care into 2025. Check in with our friendly reception team to secure your plan before the rates change.
We’re thrilled to announce that our new software system will soon be operational! While we appreciate your patience during this transition, we’re confident it will bring significant benefits, including:
Your health and wellness are always our top priority, and we look forward to leveraging these updates to continue providing you with exceptional care.
As you prepare for the joys and demands of the festive season, don’t forget to prioritise your health. Whether you need to address lingering discomfort or simply stay at your best, we’re here to help you make the most of this special time of year.
From all of us at Carlin Chiropractic, we wish you a joyful holiday season and a prosperous New Year filled with health and happiness.
The Christmas season is fast approaching! A time filled with celebrations, family gatherings, and all the joy (and occasional chaos) of the holidays. From decorating the tree and wrapping gifts to preparing festive feasts, the demands of the season can take a toll on your body. At Carlin Chiropractic in Cottesloe, Perth, we’re here to help you stay pain-free and maintain your freedom of movement, so you can fully enjoy everything this magical time of year has to offer.
The holiday season often involves more physical activity than usual. Lifting heavy boxes of decorations, reaching for high shelves, or spending hours in the kitchen. These tasks can strain your back, shoulders, and joints, particularly if you’re already dealing with stiffness or discomfort.
Maintaining good mobility and spinal health during this busy time is essential. Freedom of movement allows you to:
At Carlin Chiropractic, our goal is to keep you moving and feeling your best, ensuring the holiday season is memorable for all the right reasons.
Our Chiropractic treatments are designed to improve mobility, reduce discomfort, and prevent injuries. Here’s how we can help you get ready for the Christmas season:
Busy holiday activities can exacerbate existing spinal misalignments or cause new ones. Spinal adjustments correct these misalignments, relieving pressure on nerves and improving joint mobility. This ensures your body functions at its best, so you can move freely and comfortably throughout the season.
Increased stress and physical activity during the holidays can lead to tight muscles and tension, particularly in the neck, shoulders, and lower back. Our hands-on treatments release this tension, restoring flexibility and preventing pain from interfering with your holiday plans.
Whether it’s lifting a heavy turkey or hanging lights, holiday tasks often involve repetitive motions or awkward positions. We’ll provide personalised advice on safe movement techniques, helping you avoid injuries like sprains or muscle strains.
Poor posture while sitting, standing, or lifting can lead to aches and pains that dampen your holiday cheer. We’ll assess your posture and offer tips to maintain proper alignment during tasks like decorating, cooking, or even relaxing on the couch with family.
In addition to Chiropractic Care, here are a few simple steps you can take to keep your body in top shape during the holidays:
The festive season should be a time of joy and celebration, not discomfort or limited movement. At Carlin Chiropractic in Cottesloe, we’re here to help you stay active, pain-free, and ready to tackle all the excitement of Christmas.
Whether you’re preparing for a busy holiday schedule or recovering from lingering aches and pains, our team offers personalised Chiropractic Care tailored to your needs. Together, we’ll ensure you have the freedom of movement to make this Christmas truly unforgettable.
Don’t let pain or stiffness hold you back this holiday season. Contact Carlin Chiropractic to schedule your pre-Christmas adjustment and enjoy the freedom to move, celebrate, and create cherished memories with your loved ones.