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Dr Julian Simpson & Dr Daniel Williams
Welcome to the Sunbury and Melton health hub.
Our mission is to empower our community through movement and knowledge.
With over 800 science-backed articles, we’ve built this library to help you enhance your Chiropractic and Massage care at home.
Dive in, learn the science behind your recovery, and share these insights to help our local community live stronger, healthier lives.

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Can Manual Therapy Help Reduce Stress Hormones? What Research Says About Cortisol, Oxytocin & Pain Relief
Can Manual Therapy Help Reduce Stress Hormones? What Research Says About Cortisol, Oxytocin & Pain Relief
When people book a massage, chiropractic adjustment, or spinal mobilisation session, they often say the same thing afterwards:“I feel calmer, looser, and less stressed.”
But is there an actual physiological reason behind that feeling?
A recent scoping review titled “Physiological Changes of Cortisol and Oxytocin Following Manual Therapy” examined whether hands-on t
Julian Simpson
May 203 min read


Boost Your Brain and Reduce Stress: The Impact of Massage Therapy on Sleep Deprivation
How Massage Therapy Enhances Daytime Brain Function and Lowers Stress in Poor Sleepers
Daytime napping helps mitigate the effects of inadequate nighttime sleep, allowing people to reduce fatigue and potentially improve physical performance
Research has also shown that strategically timed naps can significantly boost athletic performance, improve cognitive function, and reduce daytime fatigue
Short naps lasting between 10 to 60 min are ideal for quickly boosting alertne
Julian Simpson
Dec 1, 20252 min read


The Benefits of Magnesium for Overcoming Insomnia
The Benefits of Magnesium for Overcoming Insomnia Insomnia is an increasingly common medical condition reported by up to 50% of older...
Julian Simpson
Nov 3, 20251 min read


Do you have poor sleep and low back pain? Guess what , there’s a connection and Chiropractic can help
Do you have poor sleep and low back pain? Guess what , There’s a connection and Chiropractic can help
Julian Simpson
May 19, 20252 min read


What Are the Best and Worst Sleeping Positions for Chronic Low Back Pain Sufferers?
What Are the Best and Worst Sleeping Positions for Chronic Low Back Pain Sufferers?
Julian Simpson
Jun 11, 20242 min read


Maximising Sleep Quality Through Optimal Nutritional Intake
Maximising Sleep Quality Through Optimal Nutritional Intake The body maintains a BIOLOGICAL RYTHM called circadian rhythm which will...
Julian Simpson
May 3, 20243 min read


Optimising Your Sleep Environment: Tips for Finding Your Best Sleeping Position
Optimising Your Sleep Environment: Tips for Finding Your Best Sleeping Position Sleep problems or deprivations are a widespread condition...
Julian Simpson
Feb 2, 20242 min read


The Connection Between Sleep Deprivation and Weight Loss: Exploring the Impact on Your Health Journey
The Connection Between Sleep Deprivation and Weight Loss: Exploring the Impact on Your Health Journey Sufficient sleep is ESSENTIAL for...
Julian Simpson
Jan 11, 20242 min read


Sleep Positions to Alleviate Low Back Pain: Expert Recommendations
Sleep Positions to Alleviate Low Back Pain: Expert Recommendations
Julian Simpson
Jan 6, 20232 min read


Uncovering the Connection Between Lack of Sleep and Low Back Pain
Uncovering the Connection Between Lack of Sleep and Low Back Pain Over the past decade, people are having less and less sleep The...
Julian Simpson
Mar 31, 20222 min read


Daily associations between sleep and pain in patients with chronic musculoskeletal pain
Bad night's sleep? Thinking it might be causing you pain? YOU'RE RIGHT new research has shown that if you have a bad night's sleep, it is...
Julian Simpson
Jun 12, 20212 min read


The Price of Poor Rest: Exploring the Numerous Risks of Not Sleeping Well
The Price of Poor Rest: Exploring the Numerous Risks of Not Sleeping Well The research looked at different sleep sections and divided...
Julian Simpson
Jul 27, 20202 min read


Early Bird or Late Bloomer: Which One Succeeds Better?
Early Bird or Late Bloomer: Which One Succeeds Better? The researchers found that morning larks said they were least sleepy, and had the...
Julian Simpson
Jul 14, 20202 min read


Debunking Common Sleep Myths: Separating Fact from Fiction
Debunking Common Sleep Myths: Separating Fact from Fiction 1- Just because you are older, DOESNT means you need less sleep. You still...
Julian Simpson
Feb 24, 20202 min read
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