All staff, and I know many of our patients, have been watching Morgan as she has been working at the clinic and juggling her sports activities while studying at Uni, enjoying her energy and smile!

Morgan graduated last week with all the pomp and ceremony that comes with succeeding at studying hard at one of the top rated 2% Universities in the world.

Congratulations Morgan on graduating from your 3 Year Bachelor of Psychological Science degree at Flinders University!

It is a fantastic achievement given all your other roles you have taken on over that time.

Written by a proud father, Brenton.

I have been involved in Chiropractic accreditation for twenty years with roles ranging from Site Evaluation Team Member, Accreditation Committee Member and Board Director to my current position as Chair of the Council on Chiropractic Education Australasia. This Council accredits Chiropractic Educational Programs in Australia, New Zealand and Asia. I am currently serving as President of the Councils on Chiropractic Education International.

This Council has representatives from all the Chiropractic Accreditation Authorities throughout the world. Recently I have been elected as Chair of the Health Professions Accreditation Collaborative Forum, a group representing accreditation authorities for the fifteen registered health professions in Australia (Medicine, Nursing and Midwifery, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Physiotherapy, Psychology, Chiropractic, Osteopathy, Podiatry, Medical Radiation Practice, Chinese Medicine, Paramedicine, Optometry, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health, Occupational Therapy).

Although some components of the role are challenging and at times stressful, I enjoy the interaction and common purpose that comes with such a diverse group.



I continue as a registered and practicing Chiropractor as I feel that is necessary to maintain balance with the other activities. This decision is especially easy as the work culture, commitment and integrity of the Murray Valley Chiropractic Centre is among the best I have encountered.

Written by Dr Terry Crisp

(Chiropractor)

Chiropractor Dr Terry Crisp is BACK on the 24th of October! 

Over the winter months of June, July, August and September Terry returns to work as Fire Captain in Mount Hotham.

The population during the ski season can reach seven thousand in the resort and in the neighbouring town of Dinner Plain both requiring the presence of an urban brigade. Terry's duties during this time consists of House and Lodge fires, Chimney Fires and Motor Vehicle accidents.

We are very excited to welcome Terry back into the Murray Valley Chiropractic Family in October.

Terry will be working on:

Tuesdays 1:00pm to 6:00pm 

Wednesdays 8:30am to 12:00pm 

Thursdays 8:30am to 6:00pm

Call us on 8532 3366 to book an appointment with Terry Crisp or book via our website by pressing the orange button.

Written by Morgan Klemm

Gone are the days when pregnancy meant sitting still and being overly cautious. Recent studies have shown that exercise is not only safe but highly beneficial for expectant mothers. At Move Pilates, we wholeheartedly support the idea that staying active during your pregnancy can lead to a healthier and happier journey for both mum and bub.

Benefits Galore

The advantages of maintaining an exercise routine throughout pregnancy are numerous. Not only can it help reduce back pain, but it can also enhance overall fitness, strengthen your heart and blood vessels, and contribute to improved mental health. These benefits extend not just to you but also to the little one growing inside you.

Safe and Supported

We understand that the safety of both you and your baby is paramount. That's why at Move Pilates, we follow the guidelines set forth by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) when supporting our prenatal and postpartum movers.

Our approach to prenatal exercise includes five key considerations:

1. Avoiding Flat Back Lying: After 20 weeks, we provide wedges to ensure your comfort and safety during exercise.
   
2. Minimising the Risk of Falls: As your pregnancy progresses, we'll guide you in making slight modifications to certain movements to reduce the risk of falling.
   
3. Steering Clear of Holding Exercises: To prevent sudden drops in blood pressure, we recommend continuous, flowing movements rather than exercises that require prolonged holds.
   
4. Staying Hydrated and Cool: While exercise naturally increases body temperature, it's crucial not to overheat. Rest when needed, and feel free to ask for a fan to keep comfortable.
   
5. Prioritising Your Comfort: Your comfort is our priority. Our team is here to help you find movements that work for both you and your baby as you both grow.

So, if you're an expectant mum looking to embrace the benefits of prenatal exercise in a safe and supportive environment, we invite you to join us at Move Pilates, where all of our classes are prenatal and postnatal friendly. To further support your needs, we provide family-friendly classes 2 mornings a week with a free onsite nanny to watch your Bub so you can enjoy 45 minutes to yourself.
 
To get started, simply book a no-obligation 15-minute phone consult so we can learn more about you and determine your best pathway. Book a time here!
 
Your journey to a healthier and happier pregnancy starts here.

Written by Alex Morgan, Owner of Move Pilates

"Earlier this month I received the Emergency Service Medal in a ceremony at Bright in Northeast Victoria. The medal was awarded for my participation as Captain of the Mount Hotham Dinner Plain Fire Brigade in the 2019/2020 bushfires. This had involved protecting the Ski resort of Mount Hotham, the town of Dinner Plain and the Mount Hotham commercial airport. The campaign in the Mount Hotham Dinner Plain area lasted 6 weeks with fires on several fronts threatening homes and infrastructure."

Dr Crisp wishes to pass on his thanks to the staff and patients of the Murray Valley Chiropractic Centre for their support and understanding during his time away at the fires and in particular Dr Klemm for allowing such employment flexibility.

The Murray Valley Chiropractic Centre family wants to congratulate Dr Crisp on all his hard work, this is well deserved.

Written by Terry Crisp and Brenton Klemm

I graduated from Sherman College of Chiropractic after moving to United States of America in 1978 from home in the Sunraysia District of Victoria. My wife Robyn along with our toddler Aimee enjoyed this academic adventure; well-supported by wonderful student friends. After graduation in 1983, an opportunity arose to move my family now including baby Kenneth to begin my chiropractic career in Murray Valley Chiropractic Centre.

After two years I moved my family including son Daniel born in Murray Bridge to begin sole practice in Mooloolaba, Queensland. We enjoyed the opportunities to meet and help clients and in our free time to get outdoors to explore and camp in Queensland. We practiced there for four years – and welcomed another baby boy Patrick.

After realizing we were too far from families in Victoria and South Australia we moved back down ‘south’ to create a new chiropractic clinic in Happy Valley, SA.

Being born and bred in Mildura, Victoria this suited my goals and ambitions; as well as getting back connected to the Murray River. Here we spend time camping and fishing with our family, friends and grandchildren.

In 2006 our four children were of age and we relocated to Casterton, Victoria to look after my wife Robyn’s ageing family. While practicing part-time in Casterton; I rekindled my other passion – driving trucks up and down the Eastern seaboard!

At various times Robyn and I would travel to Kununurra, East Kimberley region WA where I operated the Ord Valley Chiropractic Services and was involved in doing Musculo-Skeletal Assessments for mine workers and civil operators. To this day I haven’t come across a Chiropractor who was moonlighting as a Road Train Operator; I fell into the role and enjoyed every minute of it. On the UHF radio channel I would often receive a radio call: “Is that you Doc?”

Now back in Adelaide, the opportunity has arisen to get back to my ‘roots’ and work at Murray Valley Chiropractic Centre for my colleague Dr Brenton Klemm. I have always loved what I can do for all ages of clients and take pride in my ability to care for people and their health.

Now in my practice for 40 years and with no intention of stopping as long as I can help clients; I will be doing that.

I look forward to my tenure here and may even run into people I have met when I was first here in 1984.

 Written by Don McCleary.

Over the past 3 years Brenton's son Ethan Klemm has been completing his Bachelor of Design (Product Design). On the 14th of April we watched him and his peers graduate and move on to the next chapter in their lives.

Written by a proud Dad, Brenton

I grew up in South Africa and immigrated to New Zealand at the age of 13. I completed my secondary education and a university degree whilst in New Zealand. After graduating I decided to start my first podiatry job in South Australia, Gawler. The rest is history after I moved to Adelaide permanently and started my family. I am now married to Simon with two young children plus a dog!

Caroline is an amazing asset to the Murray Valley Chiropractic team bringing Podiatry to the centre. Please join us in welcoming Caroline to the clinic.

Written by Caroline Bussell and Morgan Klemm

We are so excited to announce the return of Dr Wendy Denmeade to our amazing team.

Below are Wendys techniques!

• Diversified
  
• Thompson-drop piece
• Impulse/Activator
• AK Applied Kinesiology
• Cox
• Extremities
• Cranial
• S.O.T Blocks
• NET
• Gonstead
• N.O.T
• Cox Flexion Distraction

Call us to make an appointment!!



Written by Morgan Klemm

In December we asked patients and staff to donation non-perishable foods, along with personal care items for Foodbank. Over the three weeks of having the box in the clinic we were able to it generously just in time for Christmas.

Foodbank is Australia's largest food relief organisation which supports front line charities that are feeding vulnerable Australian. Foodbank is now providing more then 70%of the food relief organisation nationwide.

We choose the organisation as Foodbank is new to Murray Bridge and we support and appreciate the work the organisation foes for our community.

A massive thank you to each of the patients that donated any items, you are the reason we were able to assist Foodbank at the important time of year.

Written By Morgan Klemm

This weeks blog is all about celebration! A tradition in the centre is to bake a cake for another staff member and sing Happy Birthday and share a piece of cake at morning tea, and Brenton organises beautiful flowers from Country Blooms Florist.

Well we did that for Fiona .... Not realising it was a milestone birthday, which we chiropractic assistants like to mark with a touch more fanfare!

So a bit of scrambling on my account and we organised a special impromptu dinner at Bombay Beat, which most of the staff were able to attend and enjoy sharing a few drinks and pooled entree and mains to share.

Please join us in wishing Fiona a very Happy 50th Birthday!

Written By Meredith Buhagiar, Office Manager

Yes, its that’s time of the year again that we get stuck into pruning the clinic roses. Not a year goes by that I don’t sit on a cold day in the middle of the roses, armed with all manner of pruning weapons and ask the question, ‘why am I doing this?” But within a few weeks the fruits of my labor become apparent when I see the fresh new leaves followed shortly by stunning blooms, right on cue for the Murray Bridge Show weekend.

The truth is, pruning of the roses is the easy part. The full accolades & credit must go to Maree and Neville Klemm (Brenton’s Parents) who for the past 20+ years (I think it’s been that long?) have dead headed, weeded and fertilized the roses. This constant care has been the secret of success for the stunning display of roses throughout the years. 

I owe my pruning education to Ted Hameister a local nurseryman (at Cootamundra Nursery) for many years & Ken Wells, gardening and local pruning expert. Both spent time with me many years ago passing on their rose pruning knowledge which gave me the confidence and skills to tackle such a large pruning year after year.

For those of you that often wonder the names of the roses, here they are in planting order, starting from the climbers on the fence, facing First Street:

Crepuscule – Climbing/rambling rose

Apricot Nectar – Floribunda Rose

Jubilee 150 - Floribunda Rose             

Just Joey – Hybrid Tea Rose

Spirit Of Peace – Bush Rose (Right side of entrance and Carpark)

Each year I find one species of rose a struggle to prune or they are harder to ‘read’ when pruning. This year it was the Just Joey for some reason. There were lots of briars and some of the bushes didn’t produce new growth to select when pruning. But I just prune them confidently knowing that they will keep producing a great display next season despite this year’s struggle.

These roses have been through a lot over the years. Unfortunately, we have had two car accidents on this corner over the years with cars ending up in the rose beds and building on one occasion. Thank fully no one was seriously injured and the roses received an extra hard prune that year and bounced right back as if nothing had happened!

The Murray Valley Chiropractic Clinic is the proud sponsor of the Murray Bridge Garden Club, displaying the Rose Competition Winners perpetual trophy in the corridor of the Clinic. So next time you are in, check out the winners’ trophies displayed on the wall.

So once the pruning is over and done with and I sit back admiring my handywork, I wonder if I can persuade Brenton to give me an adjustment, massage, glass of wine and cook dinner!! (But I think I may be pushing it!!)

Written by Tania Klemm