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Osteopathy – A new approach for injury

March 20, 2024

Osteopathy: The Next Step for Lingering Pain When you’re battling a painful injury that just won’t seem to budge, the frustration can be overwhelming. There are a huge range of treatments available for pain. You might have tried chiropractic adjustments, and you’ve diligently attended physiotherapy sessions, yet the pain persists. Before resigning yourself to the…

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Sore Feet? Solution for your arch pain

October 27, 2023

Arch pain can be a debilitating condition that affects people of all ages and activity levels. Whether it’s due to overuse, injury, or underlying conditions, such as flat feet or plantar fasciitis, the discomfort can significantly impact your quality of life. Fortunately, podiatry offers effective solutions to address and alleviate this pain. Understanding Foot Arch…

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How to identify Postural Issues in Children

October 18, 2023

Understanding Posture in Children; How to identify Postural Issues As children grow and develop, their bodies go through numerous changes. It is essential to ensure that these changes occur in a healthy and balanced manner to prevent long-term issues that may impact their overall well-being. Osteopathic postural assessment for school children has gained recognition as…

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Dealing with Vertigo? We can help.

September 20, 2023

Have you ever experienced that unsettling sensation of the room spinning around you? Chances are, you were dealing with vertigo. Many people encounter lightheadedness or dizziness at some point, but when you consistently feel like the world is whirling around you, as though you just stepped off a playground roundabout, it’s likely vertigo. If you…

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Hip Pain is a common problem

September 19, 2023

The Hip Pain Problem Do you have trouble sleeping or walking because of hip pain? Read on as Osteopath Eddie Clark discusses this inconvenient issue. As an Osteopath, I see a large number of patients, both male and female, with quite painful and achy hips. I’m writing about this in the hope that I can…

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St George Osteopathy – our story

September 5, 2023

St George Osteopathy was started in 2012 by Osteopath Eddie Clark aiming to provide people in Kogarah in Sydney South access to the best, highly skilled osteopathic treatment available. We aim to be Sydneys premier osteopathic practice and offer osteopath appointments Monday through to Saturday with highly skilled osteopaths. In 2016 St George Osteopathy was…

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Spring is here: Rediscover your health without pain this spring!

August 31, 2023

Spring is here. Rediscover your health without pain this spring! A word of warning from our Osteos- We definitely see more injuries as people start their spring exercise routines. When the weather warms up and the winter layers come off, people naturally want to get that body ready for summer, however, starting exercise classes that…

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What to Expect for Your First Appointment with an Osteopath

July 24, 2023

Are you experiencing pain or discomfort in your body? Seeking alternative and holistic approaches to healthcare? An osteopath might be the answer you’re looking for. Osteopathy is a form of manual medicine that focuses on treating musculoskeletal issues and improving overall health. If you’re about to attend your first appointment with an osteopath, you may…

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Heel Pain whilst walking on a treadmill

Achillies Tendonitis – Sports Injury

February 28, 2023

This Blog is part of our Sports Injury Series from St George Health. We know how frustrating these injures can be for people to suffer through repeated episodes of pain and restriction. We pride ourselves on our team based approach to common sports injury problems – and focus on getting you back on the pitch,…

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Knee Pain

Patella Tendonitis – Sports Injury

February 28, 2023

This Blog is part of our Sports Injury Series from St George Health. We know how frustrating these injures can be for people to suffer through repeated episodes of pain and restriction. We pride ourselves on our team based approach to common sports injury problems – and focus on getting you back on the pitch,…

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Man and woman at gym in fitness attire holding water bottles and yoga mat standing against wall smiling.

Sports Injury Clinic at St George Health

February 28, 2023

At St George Health we have a special interest in treating the big common sports injuries. We have highly trained practitioners who work with sports injuries every day- from injuries in soccer, football, volleyball, basketball, golf, tennis, swimming and cricket. We have seen it all.  Our practitioners are highly experienced in dealing with these often…

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Plantar Faciitis

Plantar Fasciitis – Sports Injury

February 28, 2023

This Blog is part of our Sports Injury Series from St George Health. We know how frustrating these injures can be for people to suffer through repeated episodes of pain and restriction. We pride ourselves on our team based approach to common sports injury problems – and focus on getting you back on the pitch,…

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Children Playing Football.

Sever’s Disease – Sports Injury

February 28, 2023

This Blog is part of our Sports Injury Series from St George Health. We know how frustrating these injures can be for people to suffer through repeated episodes of pain and restriction. We pride ourselves on our team based approach to common sports injury problems – and focus on getting you back on the pitch,…

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2023 price updates on Psychological Services

February 21, 2023

2023 price updates on Psychological Services at St George Health: Please note that from 27 February 2023, psychology fees will be increasing. Fees will be increasing to the below:  Tanya Barber – $250 per session (50-55 minutes)  Jemma Doley – $240 per session (50-55 minutes) This fee increase remains below the recommended rates…

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Cupping Therapy

Cupping and Massage in Kogarah

February 20, 2023

Our Massage Therapist Mei Auw is now offering traditional cupping at St George Health. Mei is a highly experienced massage therapist. Mei offers a unique massage and cupping appointment – which she offers as a blended approach. She had this to say about Cupping: “Cupping is an alternative healing practice used in ancient Greek, Chinese…

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Jeremy Bastow Psychologist

Jeremy Bastow’s approach – Psychology

February 15, 2023

Jeremy Bastow is a Registered Psychologist working from St George Health in Kogarah. He works with all manner of clients offering treatment for issues as diverse as grief, pain and loss, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and also offers services around vocation counselling and performance coaching. He shared his insights and approach with clients below:   I…

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What to look for with your kids School Shoes – from a podiatrist

January 22, 2023

A new school year is upon us. Children often have feet and shoe issues, especially when they are going through growth spurts. Did you know that children grow up to 3 times faster in Summer than in Winter? Let’s have your children start this year in the most appropriate shoes. Considering this, the start of the…

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Pregnancy Massage for a healthy pregnancy

January 20, 2023

Pregnancy is an exciting event in every women’s life. In nine months of pregnancy time, mum’s body will go through hormonal and physical changes to accomodate the growing baby inside her. It is an amazing privilege to welcome another human being to this world, but it can be hard and physically and emotionally stressful. Pregnancy massage…

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NEW YEAR-NEW YOU!

January 19, 2023

    So its now 2023! The whole team here at St George Health hopes that you have had a good and restorative break and are coming back refreshed and renewed, but we also live in the real world, and we know that this time of year can bring its own stresses and pain. What…

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Psychosomatic Therapy

When do you need to see an Osteopath?

October 29, 2022

  By: Edward Clark One of the most common question we get in our practice is “what is an Osteopath?” Most people out there are unaware of what an Osteopath is – or what we can offer them- until they get stuck in a bind. They then end up in our treatment room by a…

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Ankle Sprains

October 22, 2022

Written by: Vincent King Did you know that Osteopaths can help with much more than issues of the spine? I continue to be in awe at the way the body will heal given correct management. This is evident in the case of an ankle sprain. If poorly managed, an ankle injury can continue to be…

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Missing Themos? Then Don’t Miss This Offer!

September 17, 2022

  Are you an old patient of Dr Themos Gourlas? Themos moved to Noosa with his family in 2022, but St George Health is able to offer you great continuing care. So if you are not sure where to go to see an Osteopath, or you are a previous patient of Themos, book at St…

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Is your brain fooling you?

July 1, 2021

Clinical Hypnotherapy and Neuro Linguistic Programming How to quickly lose weight, beat anxiety, depression, phobias and addictions. There’s something about the way your brain works that has been fooling you for a long time. Every day I meet people that think change is too difficult or impossible, stuck in a belief that traps them and offers little or…

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Let Food Be Thy Immune Booster

Let Food Be Thy Immune Booster

July 1, 2021

You may have heard the quote by Hippocrates, the father of medicine, “Let food be thy medicine”. Well he was right, food can be our medicine, but it can also be the cause of disease and poor health. There are numerous reasons someone may be more susceptible to colds and flues: stress, exposure to environmental…

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Thyroid Dysfunction

Thyroid Dysfunction

June 15, 2021

Did you know that your Thyroid is the power house of your body which increases and decreases every cellular process. That’s insane! Nutrition deficiencies and environmental toxins can leave you experiencing any number of seemingly vague thyroid symptoms such as weight gain, fatigue, brain fog, constipation and infertility and miscarriage. Sadly your GP can’t do…

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Are You Stress Eating?

December 6, 2020

Are You Stress Eating? Have you ever found yourself mindlessly eating a whole block of chocolate while you brood over your latest breakup or eating a hamburger or pizza or fries in front of your computer as you furiously try to make a work deadline? Perhaps you’re a busy mum, eating sweets or cookies in…

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Experience the power of attentive listening

July 29, 2020

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Living in Confinement

June 19, 2020

Have you ever tried to paint in between lines? Well if you haven’t let me tell you it’s incredibly hard and at times frustrating because you need to suspended the idea of perfection. It takes extreme amount of practice, fine motor skills and attention to detail to perfect this art and even then, it may…

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Anxiety Signs and Symptoms

Signs & Symptoms of Anxiety. What Can You Do About It?

April 1, 2020

Anxiety is related to fear. Fear is a natural response to something that is or seems to be a threat to our physical safety. To keep us safe, our bodies and brains are designed to respond to the fear response. Physical signs and symptoms of anxiety include increased heart rate, breathing fast or feeling short…

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COVID-19 Stress, Anxiety & Fear

March 25, 2020

We are all in times of extremes, extreme stress, extreme anxiety, extreme fear, extreme uncertainty, extreme loss, extreme pain and extreme isolation. However, it is during times of extremes we get to see what we’re really made of and we get to see what’s really inside of us. Our impulses are feeling fear, they are…

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Our extra efforts during COVID-19.

March 16, 2020

15/04/2020 With the most recent updates from the NSW Government, Massage Therapy is now available again, along with the below services. You can find that information and more on government websites. Please still bring a face towel with you to your appointment. Thank you!   27/03/2020 The Government’s current advice is that, unfortunately, Massage Therapy…

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Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). What can you do?

March 8, 2020

Just about anyone could catch the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) that is spreading around the world, but it is especially affecting those who have compromised immune systems. Individuals who are normally healthy may consider doing a few things to boost their immune system for additional protection against this virus. Wash. Your. Hands. (And do it correctly.)…

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28 reasons why a remedial massage is so good!

February 26, 2020

Did you know that a Remedial Massage can reduce pain, alleviate stress and ease migraines? Many people indulge in an ultimate relaxation massage once a year but when receiving a massage every three to four weeks, it can make a difference to your overall health. Here are the 28 reasons why a Remedial Massage added…

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Create A Life That Feels Good On The Inside

February 25, 2020

I often tell clients thinking about yourself first is important. You are important and you matter. Your feelings matter, your voice matters, your life matters. Always. Most women that show up in my office start their statements with “I’m always the one whose there for others when they need me” , “I give alot it’s…

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Most people don’t think of this whilst relaxing. The real purpose of taking care of your skin.

February 13, 2020

When most people think of getting a facial, they probably think of laying down and relaxing for an hour. Although facials are definitely relaxing and can soothe your mind, body, and spirit, they can also assist with much more. A regular facial can help address any skin conditions by ensuring your microbiome is balanced and…

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Lower Back Pain During Pregnancy

February 4, 2020

A Massage Therapists Guide Being pregnant is one of the most miraculous and rewarding experiences that will happen in your life. As a part of this life changing, exciting experience, it comes with a few physical challenges along the way. Add these to a full time job, the cooking and cleaning, an anxious new dad…

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Mental Health Support through the Bushfire Crisis

January 23, 2020

The recent bushfires have been unprecedented in their scale and duration. Mental health impacts of traumatic events such as the bushfire crisis can be huge, and long lasting. People have been forced to flea their homes and fire fighters have been exposed to devastating scenes. After a traumatic event people are left feeling a range…

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Does Acupuncture Hurt?

October 26, 2019

What does Acupuncture feel like? Everyone’s experience is different, but people are often surprised that a regular session doesn’t actually hurt! The average acupuncture pin is extremely thin; -0.2mm to be exact! What most people react to is the anticipation of a pin, rather than the pin itself. You might feel a pinch as it…

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The Power of Human Connection

September 2, 2019

The Power of Human Connection  Humans are born wired for connection, it’s in our DNA, as strong a need as food, water and shelter. If you look at a newborn baby, this would make perfect sense. Unless babies successfully attach to their mother, they won’t be able to survive. This is because human infants are…

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Osteopathic Treatment and Pregnancy – What’s the Difference?

August 19, 2019

Osteopathy and Pregnancy Osteopaths have a variety of approaches when treating a pregnant woman to help ease symptoms of discomfort. Osteopaths will always look to create balance to allow the body to move freely and without pain. Within the first trimester, many women aren’t showing signs of an obvious baby bump so treatments can continue…

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Adverse Childhood Experiences and Adult Health

August 6, 2019

“The more healthy relationships a child has, the more likely they will be to recover from trauma & thrive.  Relationships are the agents of change & the most powerful therapy is human love.” – Dr Bruce Perry Research shows some of the worst health and social problems arise as a consequence of adverse childhood experiences.…

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4 Simple Tricks To Make The Most Out Of An Acupuncture Treatment

August 2, 2019

“What can I do to help after an Acupuncture treatment?” -Having taken that incredible step to working on your health, it’s no surprise that you may be looking for ways to keep that feeling going between treatments. Acupuncture can leave us walking out of a session feeling energised & fresh, whilst others might feel nourished…

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Developmental Trauma and it’s Effects in Adulthood

July 30, 2019

“All emotions, even those that are suppressed and unexpressed, have physical effects. Unexpressed emotions tend to stay in the body like small ticking time bombs – they are illnesses in incubation.” Every suppressed and unexpressed emotion (fear, anger, sadness, disgust, contempt) has an untold story. The untold story lies in the depths of psychological trauma.…

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Chronic Pain and Osteopathy

July 22, 2019

Did you know 6.9 Million Australians live with musculoskeletal pain? July 22nd to July 28th is National Pain Week. Each year Chronic Pain Australia organises this week to champion the needs of those living in chronic pain. We want to help do something about it. The Osteopaths St George Health spend a lot of time…

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Easter Competition

March 28, 2019

Terms and Conditions Competition starts: 23rd March 2019 Competition ends: 16th April 2019 Attend an appointment between 23rd March and 16th April 2019 and either leave us a Google Review or Facebook review to be in the draw. One winner will be randomly picked and announced after 3pm on the16th April 2019. Prize to be…

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Stiff Back

March 27, 2019

Stiff back in the morning? Read on – this might save you some pain. Back problems are incredibly common: Estimates from the Australian Bureau of Statistics National Health Survey show about 3.7 million Australians have back problems each year. Somewhere between 70 – 90% of people will suffer from lower back pain at some point…

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Heel Pain

March 7, 2019

Heel Pain – Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Heel pain The most common cause of heel pain is a heel spur and inflammation of the plantar fascia (thick ligament running along the sole of the foot) due to overuse (excessive standing, exercise). Symptoms  Heel pain is often worse in the morning when first standing up, after…

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Your child’s mental health matters. Hypnosis can help.

February 5, 2019

How Hypnosis can help your child. Children are at the critical stage of their mental and emotional development.  Experiences and daily events imprint their minds and continue to form the fabric of their beliefs, creativity and perceived limitations. In certain behaviours, saying something negative or a traumatic experience can shape the way they view the…

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Spring into Spring with these preventative tips for injury free exercise!

October 16, 2018

Spring is in the air and now is the time to reclaim your health! When the weather warms up and the winter layers come off, now is the perfect time to start making some little changes to start to see long-term benefits and to get that body ready for summer, however, you need to be…

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Why ignoring your child’s pain is a terrible idea!

September 26, 2018

Children are the most ignored group when it comes to health care and manual therapy in our clinics. Parents living a busy life are mostly reactive when their child complains of some pain or injury. At this point, they rush to seek advice on what to do next and are very committed to getting things…

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Pain… Let’s talk about it!

July 25, 2018

Are you suffering from pain? Do you know someone who has been suffering from pain?  Did you know that 1 in 5 Australians suffers from what can be classified as chronic, ongoing or persistent pain? This debilitating state can come along with lots of other medical issues- like arthritis, work-place injuries, the after-effects of car…

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Acupuncture to treat Endometriosis

March 7, 2018

Endometriosis is a chronic condition that causes painful or heavy periods. It often causes pain in the pelvis, lower abdomen or lower back. It may also lead to lack of energy, depression and infertility. The symptoms of endometriosis vary from person to person. Some women suffer from pain all the time, while others only have pain…

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Don’t be blind to kidney disease, learn what you need to do!

March 6, 2018

Did you know 90% of kidney function can be lost without experiencing any symptoms? This Week is Kidney Health Week (5th-11th March) and the message to Australian’s this year is ‘Don’t be blind to kidney disease’. In other words, don’t wait until you feel sick, take the initiative and learn the risk factors and find…

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Common Foot Problems

October 18, 2017

October is Foot Health Month, so we thought now would be a good time to talk about the common foot health problems Australians face! Smelly feet: Caused by overactive sweat glands. Avoid synthetic materials when buying shoes and socks. Natural fibres like cotton and leather allow the skin to breathe better, reducing the likelihood of…

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Why exercise when you have Osteoarthritis?

October 11, 2017

Exercise can improve the range of motion in a joint, increase muscle strength which in turn prevents muscle wasting or ‘de-conditioning’! It also improves your well-being, physical functioning, balance and above all – reduces pain! What exercise is best for Osteoarthritis? Choose something you enjoy, however, you need to take into account other health conditions…

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Osteoarthritis; what is it?

October 11, 2017

Arthritis affects 3.85 millions Australians.  That equates to 28% of the population.  It is something we heard about regularly, but many do not understand the condition.  We know osteoarthritis happens as we get older, but not many of us actually know why it happens.  Typically osteoarthritis is most known for affecting those over 50 years…

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HSC stress and how Hypnosis can help.

September 28, 2017

For the HSC student exam pressure is obvious.  They have been working up to this event for most of their lives and it is described to them as the most important exam in their lives.  Some student handle exam pressure better than others, however, performance anxiety affects almost all when it comes to the HSC.…

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Exercising while Pregnant; what you need to know!

September 20, 2017

It is often said that if you have not exercised before you fall pregnant that it isn’t a good idea to start.  New studies published in Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) have shown that there are generally 7 tips for exercising safely and effectively.  They say that “a new study highlights the physical…

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Women’s Health and keeping your bones healthy!

September 6, 2017

As we grow older our body naturally changes. Such changes include our bones and how they develop. Our body is always regenerating itself, but it is important as humans that we help that process by doing the right things with our diet, exercise and lifestyle. A common misunderstanding is that our bones only need calcium to stay…

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Healing a cold or flu with Acupuncture

July 3, 2017

Its winter time so what does that mean? It’s the wonderful cold and flu season. Many times, I get clients that call and apologies that they can’t attend their appointment because they have come down with one of those yucky cold or flus. So what better time that I bring it to their attention, that…

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Managing Parkinson’s with Exercise

April 11, 2017

What do Johnny Cash, Mohammed Ali and Michael J. Fox have in common? Besides being famous, they all lived/are living with Parkinson’s Disease. So what is Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is a progressive movement disorder of the nervous system. Symptoms include, but are not limited to tremors (shaking), muscular rigidity (stiffness), slowed movements and balance…

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Coeliac Disease; more than just a gluten free fad!

March 14, 2017

This week is Coeliac Awareness Week 13th-20th March 2017. Coeliac disease affects 1 in every 70 Australians, however 4 out of 5 people still remain undiagnosed. If you think you have it, continue to eat a gluten diet 6 weeks prior to testing (if you commence a gluten free diet prior the tests used to…

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Performance Mindset – What does it take to be your best?

February 20, 2017

Three of the world’s greatest athletes know something that separates them from the competition.  This well-kept secret allowed them to perform beyond the limits of anyone around them. All three, well known for their mental toughness and determination to get it done. So what do they do differently? They use HYPNOSIS. Michael Jordan 6 time NBA…

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Top tips to help you maintain your weight loss

February 15, 2017

The effects of quick-fix diets often don’t last, as many people fall back into old eating and activity habits after the weight is lost. So if you find your weight is going back up again, it’s time to take action. The key to reaching your ideal weight and keeping the weight off is to make…

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Top excising tips to achieve a healthy weight

February 15, 2017

It’s Healthy Weight Week in Australia (13th-19th Feb) and although the focus is to inspire Australians to change their eating habits, cook at home and improve their portion control, I think it is fair to say that all Australian’s should also look to increase their physical activity levels. Together, eating well and exercising right are…

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Just because it’s ‘healthy’ doesn’t mean it has to be boring

February 15, 2017

Healthy foods shouldn’t be bland and boring! When someone complains that healthy foods don’t taste good, it’s often because they simply don’t know how to prepare them. Healthy foods can taste great when cooked and seasoned, to enhance their naturally delicious flavors. You can make vegetables, fish, poultry, whole grains and fruits taste great! If…

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Charity Drive to raise money for Eddie’s nephew, Caleb diagnosed with Infantile Neuro Axonal Dystrophy

February 8, 2017

St George Health Raising Money for Research into Rare Diseases This Year! One of our Osteos, Eddie has a 3 year old nephew, Caleb who was diagnosed in April last year with Infantile Neuro Axonal Dystrophy (INAD), a disorder of the nervous system characterised by abnormalities of nerve endings within the brain and spinal cord and…

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The benefits of a Pregnancy Massage

January 16, 2017

A Pregnancy Massage is very similar to a regular massage yet it tailors to the specific needs of a pregnant woman and her changing body. It is a non-invasive treatment that manipulates the soft tissues of the body aiming to relax the mind, body and spirit. A Pregnancy Massage can either be performed while on…

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Arthritis and diet – top diet tips to help ease your arthritis

October 12, 2016

Did you know that 28% of Australians have arthritis or other musculoskeletal conditions? That’s around 6.1 million people! Arthritis is the second leading cause of disability in Australia. In August 2014 the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) released their latest report confirming that ‘arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions are among Australia’s most costly…

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osteopaths treat a wide range of issues like neck and back pain.

So just what is an Osteopath anyway?

September 26, 2016

I get asked this question all the time, whether it’s from new patients who’ve been recommended to me, people I meet in business or even my friends and family. In Australia, Osteopathy is a registered health care profession, albeit one of the smallest going around. There are only about 2400 of us working across Australia.…

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Your questions answered about Pregnancy Massage

September 12, 2016

Pregnancy can place a lot of pressure on your body especially the lower back, hips, neck, lower abdominal muscles, calves and shoulders due to the new and exciting changes happening in your body. Therapeutic massage performed during pregnancy aims to relieve muscle tension and joint pain, improve blood circulation, reduce oedema, improve sleep, decrease stress and anxiety and…

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IBS and Gut Health

August 16, 2016

IBS; a condition that many Dr’s label when they don’t know or can’t be bothered figuring out the root cause. IBS is exactly what is says- your bowel is irritated, but by what? And here lies the question! Irritable bowel syndrome is an unpleasant cluster of digestive symptoms including abdominal pain, mucus in the stools,…

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Chronic Pain and Exercise

June 24, 2016

Why exercise should be your treatment of choice. Pain. It can be unpleasant. It’s awful. It’s YUCK! Yet, it also protects you and alerts you to danger. Your hand touches a hot stove and all the nerve endings in your body send a signal straight to the brain which tells you “HOT, HOT, HOT!” and your hand jerks away from the stove.…

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Hypnosis to quit smoking

June 6, 2016

Stop smoking TODAY! Quitting smoking is very easy with Clinical Hypnosis and extremely effective. Using Hypnosis will change the way your brain automatically feels when you think of a cigarette and allow you to have no cravings as you easily and effortlessly, make change in your behaviour. Before reading on, imagine what it would feel like to finally stop smoking and…

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Why your feet are the first thing I consider.

May 20, 2016

It’s crazy just how long people can put up with that limp, lopsided, weak thing… A While back I met an 11 year old girl that had been suffering from unexplained knee, hip and back pain that both her doctor and specialist had no idea about. Her mum said “they told her to take nurofen daily and that’s all that…

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Weight loss – What your mind can do about it.

February 10, 2016

Very often I see people for hypnosis or Neuro-Linguistic Programing (NLP) for weight loss. The most interesting thing about changing people’s weight isn’t their inevitable weight change. It isn’t even the satisfaction I get from helping people become healthy and happy. The buzz comes from the ever more apparent way we all share similar patterns in behaviour and how some simple tweaks…

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Intuitive and Mindful Eating

January 4, 2016

Mindful eating is eating with intention and attention.  Eating is a natural, healthy, and pleasurable activity for satisfying hunger. However, in our food-abundant, diet-obsessed culture, eating is often mindless, consuming, and guilt-inducing instead. Mindful eating is an ancient mindfulness practice with profound modern implications and applications for resolving this troubled love-hate relationship with food. So,…

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Exercising with Injuries

January 4, 2016

Want to get back to the gym but scared of hurting yourself? Exercising with injuries: Where is the boundary between helpful and harmful? Our Osteopath Eddie Clark gives you his opinion on this contentious yet common issue. In my practice we often see people who are having trouble keeping up with their exercise programs because…

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Inflammation and Food

November 15, 2015

Inflammation is the body’s attempt at self-protection; the aim being to remove harmful stimuli, including damaged cells, irritants, or pathogens – and begin the healing process. When something harmful or irritating affects a part of our body, there is a biological response to try to remove it, the signs and symptoms of inflammation, specifically acute…

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Osteopaths treat more than you think!

September 29, 2015

Osteopaths treat a wide range of pain and musculoskeletal complaints. These include but are not limited to. All forms of pain Headaches & Migraines Sciatica Neck and back pain Knee pain and sports injuries Disc problems / Spondylolisthesis Vertigo Osteoarthritis – knees, hips, shoulders and spine TMJ dysfunction Sports Injuries Shoulder pain /Dislocations /Impingements /…

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Children: The growing pain myth.

September 29, 2015

The truth about growing pains. Childhood and adolescence is a challenging time for the human body.  Hormone changes coupled with increased physical demands place children under more physical stress and pain than ever before. Often parents are unsure of the best way to manage pain with their children.  Typically the GP offers medication, which may…

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9 reasons why you should see a nutritionist.

September 28, 2015

So why see a nutritionist? The main role of a nutritionist is to help people achieve optimal health by providing information and advice about health and food choices. To support digestive issues such as IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome), IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease), bloating, indigestion, etc. To gain general healthy eating advice (including practical recommendations and…

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Sitting for long periods? Here’s what can happen.

September 27, 2015

Sitting for long periods of time at an office desk? Can you prevent or help ease back pain and improve your health? The human body is designed for movement – walking, running and jumping…not sitting for long periods of time. When you are at your desk for hours, it causes a wide variety of negative…

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Why see an Osteopath instead of a Chiro or Physio?

September 10, 2015

Why you should see an Osteopath instead of a Chiro or a Physio? I’m writing a blog post on this hot topic because we have a real need in the modern healthcare industry for a different approach to many common problems afflicting the wider population.  Complex and recurring back and neck pain? Hip pain stopping…

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