Posts Tagged ‘pain’
When do you need to see an Osteopath?
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…
Read MoreAnkle Sprains
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…
Read MoreThyroid Dysfunction
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…
Read MoreAre You Stress Eating?
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…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Stress, Anxiety & Fear
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…
Read More28 reasons why a remedial massage is so good!
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…
Read MoreMental Health Support through the Bushfire Crisis
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…
Read MoreThe Power of Human Connection
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…
Read MoreSpring into Spring with these preventative tips for injury free exercise!
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…
Read MoreWhy ignoring your child’s pain is a terrible idea!
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…
Read MorePain… Let’s talk about it!
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…
Read MoreCommon Foot Problems
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…
Read MoreWhy exercise when you have Osteoarthritis?
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…
Read MoreOsteoarthritis; what is it?
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…
Read MoreThe benefits of a Pregnancy Massage
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…
Read MoreSo just what is an Osteopath anyway?
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.…
Read MoreYour questions answered about Pregnancy Massage
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…
Read MoreIBS and Gut Health
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,…
Read MoreChildren: The growing pain myth.
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…
Read MoreSitting for long periods? Here’s what can happen.
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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