Quite regularly, I see patients presenting with pain or discomfort around the neck, shoulders, and upper back. For many of these patients, it is associated with prolonged use of electronic devices such as working or studying for long hours at the computer, or from scrolling and streaming on their smartphones and tablets. read more
Patrick has joined the team at the Canterbury Health Hub after completing his Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy with the Australian College of Fitness & Bodywork (ACFB). He splits his time as a Myotherapist with his role as Head Fitness Coach of a Group Training Program in Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs. read more
Have you ever experienced pain or have suffered an injury and were unsure whether to apply heat or ice? Quite often we find ourselves placed in these scenarios and are conflicted with our decisions which could either make our condition better or worse. Here are some tips and guidelines on when to apply heat or ice for pains and injuries. read more
The days are getting shorter and it has certainly become colder quickly this year! It’s a harder time of the year to remain active when it’s raining and dark outside and we are about to run into coughs and colds season. Here are my top tips for staying healthy over winter. read more
Hey Mums (and Dads)! I know what it’s like! Basketball and football drop-offs every night. Homework. The newborn stage and getting no sleep. Being the full-time snack chef. Managing work and home life. It can be crazy. Here are a few things to consider if you are trying to juggle coming in to get treatment. read more
Vertigo is a sensation that is characterised by dizziness and spinning, which is quite often accompanied by nausea, vomiting and difficulty with balance. Vertigo can affect people of all ages but more commonly seen in older patients. read more
We welcome Myotherapist, Alexandra Smith to the team at Canterbury Health Hub after Graduating from NMIT with an Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy and Diploma of Remedial Massage in 2013. read more
With an increasing number of Australians seeking manual therapy to help manage pain and improve overall health, osteopathy offers a tailored, patient-centred approach that addresses the unique needs of each individual. read more
Did you know that we have about 650 muscles in the human body and we need them to do anything and everything? So when does muscle mass start to reduce? read more
Have you been running a lot more recently? Trying to improve your ability to run? Or have you been jumping a lot more often? Are you also getting pain along the shin? Then you may have a condition known as Medial tibial stress syndrome aka shin splints. read more
