Lymphatic Drainage Massage: A Comprehensive Guide
Have you heard about Lymphatic Drainage Massage (or LDM)? It’s a massage therapy designed to help your lymphatic system. If you are seeking relief from conditions like lymphoedema or simply aiming to give your immune system a boost, the osteopaths at Active Osteopathy and Podiatry are ready to provide expert care. Click here to schedule […]
Juvenile Idiopathic Scoliosis: A Comprehensive Guide
Welcome to our exploration of Juvenile Idiopathic Scoliosis (JIS), a condition that affects children and adolescents. If you suspect your child has scoliosis, please contact us on info@activeosteopathy.com.au – the osteopaths at Active Osteopathy and Podiatry are here to help. In the meantime, let’s understand what’s going on… Juvenile Idiopathic Scoliosis Overview Juvenile Idiopathic Scoliosis […]
Osteopathy for Musicians
For musicians, your instrument can be an extension of yourselves. But losing yourself in the music can come at a cost. Yes, within this pursuit of passion, lurks some silent adversaries: repetitive strain injury (RSI), back problems and hand injuries, just to name a few. While good technique and posture help A LOT, you still […]
Type 2 Diabetes and Osteopathic Care
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 diagnosed with diabetes or pre-diabetes, you might not immediately think of osteopathic care. And we […]
Turning Resolutions into Reality: Insights from your Osteopath
New Year’s Resolutions Why do we do this to ourselves every year? Why do we set ourselves up for failure with New Year’s Resolutions? We’re all about figuring out how to achieve in 2024 (hint: getting expert care from the osteopaths at Active Osteopathy and Podiatry might help if any of your goals are health-related). If […]
Subacromial Impingement: An Osteopathic Perspective
Introduction: 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 likely you’re suffering from a subacromial impingement, also sometimes referred to as shoulder impingement. […]
Jingle All the Way to a Healthier You!
Christmas – it’s a great time to mix merriment with muscle, yuletide with your well-being, and excitement with exercise! We know it’s tricky to find time for exercise over the holidays – there’s so much to do and almost never enough time to do it. But you should keep your healthy routines going over the […]
Understanding Whiplash and Concussion After a Car Accident
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 for whiplash. Read on to learn more and if you want to get onto the […]
Busting Some Osteopathy Myths
There are a lot of myths about osteopathy out there. So, this month we’re taking the bull by the horns and addressing these myths and misconceptions directly. Curious? Read on for more information… Myth 1: Osteopathy is Just About Cracking Bones First things first, osteopaths aren’t bone-cracking magicians. Yes, you might hear a pop or […]
Hip Osteoarthritis: Understanding, Coping, and Thriving
Osteoarthritis is not fun. This month we’re 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. Click here to make an appointment online at Active Osteopathy and Podiatry. We’re here to help with whatever body issue bothers you – not just […]
