The Australian sun is out, the beaches are calling, and every fibre in your being just wants to lace up those runners and hit the track. But then there’s that niggling pain; a reminder that something’s not quite right. Every bend of the knee brings discomfort, every step a silent wince. Does your knee hurt … Read more
As the Australian sun beams down more frequently and the days grow warmer, many of us find joy in heading outdoors. The sound of laughter from neighbourhood kids playing in the park, families hosting weekend barbecues, and individuals walking their beloved dogs become the norm. But for some, these simple joys are overshadowed by persistent … Read more
Is neck pain becoming a constant burden in your life? Unfortunately, it is for many and it leaves you unable to enjoy your new favourite book or even continue work because of the pain. Although there are so many tips and tricks out there that you can use to help your neck pain, some of … Read more
It’s an interesting set of words, isn’t it? ‘Rotator Cuff’ sounds like an incoming source of car repair, rather than a legitimate health concern – let alone something that can impact your daily life. Such a comparison provides food for thought, though. Just like a vehicle requires all joints and components to work in harmony, … Read more
There’s no two ways about it. Back pain can make you miserable. Besides preventing the smooth transition of daily activities and keeping you away from hobbies – such as sports and manual activities – there’s also potential for quality family time to be affected. Back pain can easily ruin your plans and turn your work … Read more
Got a headache? Struggling to figure out what’s causing it? It could be your muscles. And osteopathy is the answer – here’s why. We’ve all been there. Functioning perfectly well, at work or at home, and then suddenly – BOOM – you’ve felt those first signs of a developing headache. You’ve had plenty of fluid, … Read more
As a definition, Patellofemoral Dysfunction is the pain that you feel in the front of your knee when your patella, (knee cap), doesn’t glide properly across the end of your femur (thigh bone). The condition is most often found in teenagers, and the majority of cases – according to medical researchers – tend to be female. Although, … Read more
Also referred to as TMD (and also TMJ), this condition limits the natural functions of your jaw, and is far more common in Australian adults than you might think.
It is a common complaint of patients…” I keep waking with pain and stiffness in my back or neck”, “I can’t get comfortable in bed”, “I can’t sleep because my back pain or because my hips hurt”. Our bodies NEED good sleep to rest, recharge and repair. It is important that you do everything you … Read more
