Hip Osteoarthritis
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…
Zentherapy®
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…
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
This month we’re focusing on Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and what the osteopaths at The Osteopath on the Sunshine coast can do to help. We hope it’s of interest to you. But if you need help with any pain or injury,…
Medial Ankle Sprain
When your foot rolled it stretched or even tore the ligaments holding your ankle together. A medial ankle sprain is an injury to the ligaments on the inside of the ankle. (Ligaments, by the way, are tough bands of tissue…
All About Lumbar Disc Prolapse
Symptoms of a lumbar disc prolapse vary from mild to severe and can affect the whole body (from the limbs to the bowels, as well as, of course, the back.) It can have a serious impact on your ability to…
How Do You Improve Your Flexibility?
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…
What happens when we mobilise a joint?
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…
Get to know Dr Daniel Garner ( Osteopath)
Get to know Dr Daniel Garner ( Osteopath) Where did you study, and what did you do your Masters degree on? I studied at the European school of Osteopathy in Kent, England - this school is known to teach a…
What to do about Knee Pain?
Knee pain is incredibly common. It’s estimated that 25% of adults will experience pain in one or both knees during their lives. But children and teenagers can also suffer from knee pain. Sometimes an illness such as gout is the cause. Often,…
First osteopathy appointment? Here’s what to expect.
An osteopath aims to improve a person’s overall health and wellness by treating the whole person, not just a single condition or area. If you’ve heard about the benefits of osteopathy but are unsure what to expect at your first…