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How Osteopathy can help with pregnancy related conditions and pains
6 December 2024

How Osteopathy can help with pregnancy related conditions and pains

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

What is Sciatica?
11 October 2024

What is Sciatica?

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

Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction: Everything you need to know
13 September 2024

Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction: Everything you need to know

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

Plantar Fasciitis Pain Management
2 September 2024

Plantar Fasciitis Pain Management

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

Trochanteric Bursitis: a common cause of lateral hip pain
16 August 2024

Trochanteric Bursitis: a common cause of lateral hip pain

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

Neck Pain from Technology Use and How to Manage It
19 July 2024

Neck Pain from Technology Use and How to Manage It

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

Heat or Ice, what’s best for pain and injuries?
1 July 2024

Heat or Ice, what’s best for pain and injuries?

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

What is Vertigo and how can Osteopathy help with it?
24 May 2024

What is Vertigo and how can Osteopathy help with it?

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

Everything you need to know about Shin Splints
8 April 2024

Everything you need to know about Shin Splints

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

Understanding and Alleviating Knee Pain during Exercise: How Osteopathy can help?
10 January 2024

Understanding and Alleviating Knee Pain during Exercise: How Osteopathy can help?

Knee pain during exercise is a common concern that can significantly hinder your fitness journey. Whether you&'re an avid runner, a fitness enthusiast, or someone just starting a workout routine, experiencing discomfort in your knees can be both frustrating and discouraging. read more