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How to alleviate headache pain
29 February 2020

How to alleviate headache pain

Have you ever woken up with a shocking headache, but are too busy to be able to have a quiet day resting at home? Did you know that swiftly coming in for a treatment can not only help to alleviate symptoms, but can also help to identify the cause of your headache. We share 5 simple at-home remedies you can do to alleviate the pain of a headache. read more

Common causes of headaches, upper back and neck pain and what to do to prevent it
4 September 2018

Common causes of headaches, upper back and neck pain and what to do to prevent it

Did you know that an average head weighs approximately 5kg, with kids not far behind? Our neck works very hard to hold our head up and consists of 7 small vertebrae, numerous ligaments and muscles that extend from our skull to our shoulders and into our upper back. With this in mind, is it any wonder that poor posture can contribute to headaches and upper back and neck pain! read more

7 reasons to see an Osteopath
22 April 2018

7 reasons to see an Osteopath

An Osteopath can be a vital component of your healthcare team. They apply the philosophy of treating the body as a whole, and may be able to provide assistance in some common complaints. As we celebrate Osteopathy Awareness Week (15-22 April), we look at the 7 top reasons why you would see an Osteopath. read more

Cervicogenic headaches
8 May 2017

Cervicogenic headaches

Cervicogenic headache (CGH) is a syndrome characterised by chronic hemicranial pain that is referred to the head from either bony structures or soft tissues of the neck. read more

Headaches
22 February 2017

Headaches

Headaches are the most common medical complaint worldwide. In Australia, approximately 70% of the population suffer from headaches! read more

Deep cervical flexors
17 January 2017

Deep cervical flexors

What are they? How can they help guard us against Neck Pain and Headaches? read more