Osteopath, Brittany outlines some great tips for kids going back to school. She discusses the best way to wear a school backpack, how much physical exercise is needed per week, and the importance of a good night sleep. read more
Running is great form of exercise for both your physical and mental health. Strengthening exercises that target your leg and core regions are very important to be included in your routine. They will with improving your overall running ability and reduce the risk of injury. read more
Migraines can be very debilitating and disruptive to those who suffer from them. In this blog, we will outline some easy tips and lifestyle changes that can help to reduce the frequency, duration and severity of migraine attacks. read more
Tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is a painful condition which affects the outer part of your elbow and forearm. Find out how Osteopathy treatment and management can help. read more
COVID-19 and lockdowns have had a big impact on our fitness and training regimes. Interruption and lack of access to gym equipment has meant many people have had to find other ways to stay active. In this blog, Clinical Myotherapist, Anna Pattison discusses her journey of running to complete a half marathon! Anna also provides some tips on running and stretching exercises that will assist. read more
Did you know that almost 5 million people in Australia suffer from migraines? June was Migraine Awareness month, and I thought a great opportunity help people understand migraines and how Osteopathy can be of help. Find out what actually is a migraine? What causes a migraine? How can Osteopathy help? read more
Feeling stiff and sore after being stuck at your desk all day? Try these quick and easy mobility exercises on your lunch break to get your whole body moving. read more
Running is a great form of exercise to improve your fitness, maintain a healthy weight, and boost your mood and overall wellbeing. However, many runners are prone to developing injuries. As such, injury prevention is very important regardless of the type of runner you are. We share 5 simple tips so you can avoid a running related injury. read more
A lot of us have been in this situation – you play a game of basketball or golf for the first time in years or have just started back at the gym and were maybe a little too optimistic and lifted heavier weights or ran further than what you are used to. You feel okay initially but wake up the next morning feeling incredibly sore and certain everyday movements suddenly become difficult. You may be experiencing what is called a Tendinopathy. read more
With many of us forced to work remotely due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, creating an appropriate work station at home can be quite the challenge. Poor desk ergonomics may lead to painful muscle strains, joint stiffness and general tightness. Having a designated area to do your work needs to maximise productivity, and promote physical and mental wellbeing. Here are 5 tips to assist you with your work station at home. read more