Suffering from neck pain can significantly interfere with our daily activities. This pain may cause restricted motion, stiffness, discomfort, or even headaches originating from the neck. It can occur due to a variety of reasons, including poor posture, muscle strain, and degenerative changes. read more
The glute muscles are crucial for the stability of the hips, pelvis, and lower back through supporting posture and enabling movements such as walking, weight-bearing, and getting in and out of a chair. When the glutes are weak, they can contribute to low back pain. read more
Core strength is essential for overall body stability, balance, and functional movement. The core includes not just the abdominal muscles, but also the back, hips, and pelvis. read more
Lumbar instability refers to an excessive movement or lack of support in the lumbar spine (lower back) due to weakened or injured structures, such as muscles, ligaments, and intervertebral discs. This can lead to pain, discomfort, and difficulty with movement, and may result from factors like injury, degenerative disc disease, poor posture, or muscle imbalances. read more
Have you been experiencing jaw pain that is sometimes associated with tight surrounding muscles and/or a clicking or popping sensation? Then you may have a temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction and here’s everything you need to know about it and how osteopathy can help with it. read more
During pregnancy, a woman’s body goes through various physical changes and this can place stress on the body. As a result, pregnant women often experience musculoskeletal issues which can be uncomfortable and/or debilitating. Here are some commonly experienced issues and how Osteopathy can help. read more
Have you been experiencing lower back pain that sometimes radiates down into the legs? Is there sometimes an accompanying burning sensation and/or a feeling of weakness in the legs? Then you may have a condition known as sciatica and here’s everything you need to know. read more
Have you been experiencing lower back pain lately? Does it feel stiff especially after sitting for long periods? Or at times do you think it is unstable in the lower back or pelvis? You may be suffering from a sacroiliac joint dysfunction and here’s everything you need to know. read more
Are those first few steps of the day after getting out of bed causing you pain? Or have you been busy working at your desk, and then your heel pain flares up when you get up to walk? You may be experiencing what is commonly referred to as plantar fasciitis. read more
Have you been experiencing hip pain, especially on the side of your hip? Does it hurt when you sit for long periods? Or when you go up and down stairs? Does it interfere with your sleep when you sleep on your side? Then you may have a condition called trochanteric bursitis and here is everything you need to know about it. read more