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Summer Exercise
16 January 2026

Summer Exercise

With the sun out and the weather nice and warm now, many of you are getting out and exercising. Whether you’re in the gym, out for a walk or run, or a swim in the bay many of our clients have increased their exercise load over the last few weeks. This makes me so happy as I love seeing people active and outdoors while they look after their health! read more

What to Expect During Your First Osteopathy Appointment
6 January 2026

What to Expect During Your First Osteopathy Appointment

Trying something new for your health can feel a bit daunting, especially when it involves hands-on treatment. If you've booked your first osteopathy appointment at Canterbury Health Hub and are wondering what to expect, this guide will walk you through the process so you feel informed and at ease. read more

Paediatric Migraines
9 December 2025

Paediatric Migraines

Paediatric migraines are a significant health concern in Australia, affecting a considerable number of children and adolescents. Understanding their prevalence and how it changes with age is crucial for effective management and treatment. read more

Suspect a Sprained Rib? Here's What to Do.
3 November 2025

Suspect a Sprained Rib? Here's What to Do.

Rib pain that hurts during a twist, cough, or awkward movement might be more than just a sore muscle, it could be a rib sprain. While less talked about than fractures, rib sprains can be painful and limiting. read more

Alysha Roberts joins CHH as an Osteopath
28 October 2025

Alysha Roberts joins CHH as an Osteopath

We're thrilled to announce Alysha Roberts has joined the Osteopathic team at Canterbury Health Hub after working on the reception desk for the previous few years! Alysha graduated from RMIT in 2023 with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Osteopathy) and a Bachelor of Health Science. read more

Sleep Positions and Their Effect on Your Spine
3 October 2025

Sleep Positions and Their Effect on Your Spine

We spend about a third of our lives sleeping, yet many people overlook how their sleep position impacts spinal health. Poor posture during sleep can lead to back pain, neck stiffness, and long-term issues with alignment. Here’s how common sleep positions affect your spine and how to improve them. read more

Why “No Pain, No Gain” Is Old Hat, Especially for Chronic Pain
12 September 2025

Why “No Pain, No Gain” Is Old Hat, Especially for Chronic Pain

If you live with chronic pain, you've likely heard it all before: “Push through it,” “Mind over matter,” or the old favourite, “No pain, no gain.” While these slogans might work in a gym setting or a motivational poster, they’re not helpful, and are often harmful, when it comes to long-term pain conditions. read more

Cervicogenic Headaches
6 August 2025

Cervicogenic Headaches

Is it a headache or is it neck pain?? The answer is… sometimes it’s actually both! Cervicogenic headaches are usually felt at the back of the head and are caused by tension and pain in the back of your neck. read more

The Benefits of Walking
13 June 2025

The Benefits of Walking

Walking is a great form of exercise that is easy to do, doesn’t have to take a long time, doesn’t cost anything and needs no equipment. It's also a great form of exercise that can provide benefit for anyone and everyone! read more

Caleb Poppenbeck joins CHH as an Osteopath
10 June 2025

Caleb Poppenbeck joins CHH as an Osteopath

Caleb joined Canterbury Health Hub in 2025, after graduating from Victoria University with a Bachelor of Science (Osteopathy) and a Master of Health Science (Osteopathy) in 2023. read more