I have had a lot of questions regarding the difference between the techniques I am qualified to perform. Remedial massage and Swedish massage are both forms of therapeutic massage, but they have different purposes and techniques. Both can be beneficial…
Disc injuries, though often underestimated, can significantly impact quality of life. From gradual wear and tear to severe extrusion or sequestration, the journey of a disc injury encompasses various stages, each presenting its own set of challenges. The osteopaths at…
We’re all about balance this March. Now, we’d love for you to achieve work-life balance, eat a balanced diet, and balance your cheque-book effortlessly (does anyone still have a cheque book?) but that’s not what we’re talking about – we’re…
Okay, so you’ve just been in a car accident, and the adrenaline rush and shock is starting to fade. You may be experiencing neck pain, stiffness, and perhaps even symptoms of a concussion. It’s time to get yourself checked out…
Type 2 diabetes is a widespread, acquired metabolic disorder. In a nutshell – it’s all about insulin; insulin resistance or inadequate insulin production, which messes with your blood sugar, which is bad news. (More on why later.) If you’ve been…
Ever had that stubborn shoulder pain that just won't quit? Or found that you simply can’t perform overhead tasks because your shoulder is too weak? Maybe the pain kicks in when you lift your arm to the side? It seems…
Osteoarthritis is not fun. This month we are examining it deeply, focusing on osteoarthritis of the hip. If that’s not related to your aches and pains, we’re still here to help. Call us anytime on 07 5451 1599 to make…
Nichole studied several different modalities with massage during her diploma, the technique that inspires her most is the Trigger point and Myofascial work through ZenTherapy. The strong base of structural integration melded with Trigger point therapy is very effective in…
Well, you stretch – duh! But how and when do you do it? Most of us don’t want to be circus contortionists or yogis, but we understand that living with excessive tightness in one muscle group often leads to excessive…
It’s miserable when your joints ache. It’s worse when they’re stiff and everyday movement hurts. Often, gentle exercise has everything feeling right again. But sometimes it doesn’t. If that’s the case, it might be time to call the osteopath. You’ve got…