Can Neck Pain Cause Headaches?
Neck pain and headaches are two unwelcome companions that often travel hand-in-hand. While we might groan and massage our temples at the first sign of a throbbing headache, have you ever considered that the culprit might be lurking in your neck? Pain from the nerves...
Managing Hip Pain From Sitting Too Long
Many of us lead a sedentary life, which essentially translates to not moving too much and a lot of staying seated – whether at the office, at home or anywhere in between. When you sit for long periods, you may experience tightness and pain in your hips when you move...
Understanding and Managing a Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)
Adhesive capsulitis, widely recognised as frozen shoulder, is a condition where patients experience pain and stiffness in the shoulder due to thickened tissue. The good news is that a frozen shoulder can resolve itself within an average of one to three years. However,...
Hip Pain Management Through Exercise
Hip pain can be an unwelcome interruption in our daily lives, making simple activities such as walking, sitting, or even sleeping uncomfortable. While there are many causes for hip discomfort, from arthritis to muscle strains, one common thread in most treatments for...
5 Lifestyle Changes for Effective Shoulder Pain Management
Shoulder pain is a common complaint we encounter in osteopathic practice, affecting a wide range of patients, from athletes to office workers. While osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) offers a powerful approach to alleviate these conditions, lifestyle changes...
Handling Headaches
It's hard to believe, but 75% of Australians wrestle with headaches each year. This isn't just a dry statistic on a page; it echoes the real aches and disruptions many people deal with daily. These headaches can throw a spanner in the works – be it work, hobbies, or...
Neck Pain & Stress: What Can I Do About It?
If you're anything like me and hold your stress and tension in your neck and shoulder muscles, I'm sure you're feeling the effects of the state of the world at the moment. And all you want to know is what you can do to ease the tightness and soreness! Let's start by...
What Is Osteopathy And How Can It Help With Back Pain?
Back pain is a common ailment that affects many individuals worldwide. In Australia alone, up to 4 million people (or 16% of the population) suffer from some form of back pain, which is why many people often explore various treatment options for it, ranging from...
What To Do About Lumbar Disc Injuries
As the body’s central support structure, your spine is one of the most vital components of your musculoskeletal system. Given its major role in support and movement, it’s not uncommon to see injuries happen to different areas of the spine, especially among those who...
Resolving Shoulder Pains From Rib Sprains
There are several reasons why breathing may cause pains in your shoulder – some of which are serious and may require immediate medical attention. In particular, heart or lung conditions can lead to pain in your chest or shoulder during breathing. If you experience...