Body at Boronia

Body at Boronia Treating the community back to health.

Using practical and effective treatment methods and modalities such as Myotherapy, Osteopathy, Remedial Massage, Podiatry and Studio Pilates.

27/10/2025

🎾 Got a grip like a pro but pain on the outside of your elbow? You might be dealing with tennis elbow — and no, you don’t need to be a tennis player to get it!

Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) is caused by tiny tears in the tendon from repetitive gripping, lifting, or twisting. It can make everyday tasks — like pouring the kettle or opening jars — seriously uncomfortable.

👋 Our osteopaths and myotherapists are here to help – we’ll work to improve joint movement, reduce muscle tension, and encourage healing. We’ll also work with you on how to use your elbow without overusing it.

Need a hand? We’re here to support your swing. Call us on 03 9762 9445.

Fun Fact of the Day 🧠Did you know your skull isn’t fully solid bone until your mid-20s? The process called ossification ...
22/10/2025

Fun Fact of the Day 🧠

Did you know your skull isn’t fully solid bone until your mid-20s? The process called ossification — where cartilage gradually turns into bone — continues well into early adulthood.

This means young adults’ skulls are still a bit more flexible and resilient, which can affect how their head and neck respond to impacts or strain.

That’s why wearing a properly fitted bike helmet is so important, especially for younger riders. It helps protect that developing skull from injury.

From an osteopathic perspective, the ongoing ossification means gentle care is essential for children and young adults. We work to support healthy growth, alignment, and mobility of the head and neck structures as they mature.

Call 03 9762 9445 to make an appointment with an osteopath at Body@Boronia. We’re here to help keep your head—and body—healthy and supported.

💧 Regular headaches? Don’t overlook the basics — dehydration is a common culprit!Even mild fluid loss can affect blood f...
20/10/2025

💧 Regular headaches? Don’t overlook the basics — dehydration is a common culprit!

Even mild fluid loss can affect blood flow and tension around the head and neck. If you're prone to headaches, try tracking your water intake for a few days. You might be surprised how much difference it makes.

Your body (and brain!) will thank you.

But if that doesn’t help there might be other factors at play – if you feel like you’ve got a lot of tension (especially in your jaw, neck or shoulders) musculoskeletal causes might be the culprit. Call us on 03 9762 9445. We’re here to help with those.

Please share your favourite headache busting tip in the comments!

Quick Exercise: Tricep DipsGot a chair and two minutes? Then you've got yourself a tricep workout. 💪Tricep dips target t...
17/10/2025

Quick Exercise: Tricep Dips

Got a chair and two minutes? Then you've got yourself a tricep workout. 💪

Tricep dips target the muscles at the back of your upper arm, but they also help support shoulder stability and posture, especially if you’re prone to slouching over a desk all day.

Sit on the edge of a sturdy chair, hands next to your hips. Slide forward and lower your body by bending your elbows, then press back up. Keep the movement slow and controlled - no collapsing into the floor, please.

Start with 8–10 reps, and keep the shoulders away from your ears!


🛠️ Your tools aren't the only thing that need regular maintenance.Tradies put their bodies through a lot — heavy lifting...
14/10/2025

🛠️ Your tools aren't the only thing that need regular maintenance.

Tradies put their bodies through a lot — heavy lifting, awkward postures, long hours on the tools. It’s no surprise musculoskeletal injuries are among the most common health issues in the trade.

Osteopathy, Myotherapy, Podiatry and Exercise Physiology aims to support your body’s movement, relieve strain, and help you stay on site — not sidelined.

Call us on 03 9762 9445 to book an appointment.

How can we help with heel spurs? 👣A heel spur is a bony growth that develops where the plantar fascia pulls on the heel ...
12/10/2025

How can we help with heel spurs? 👣

A heel spur is a bony growth that develops where the plantar fascia pulls on the heel bone — usually in response to ongoing strain or tension. It’s not the spur itself that causes pain, but the inflammation and tightness in the surrounding soft tissues.

Podiatrists, Osteopaths and Myotherapists look at the whole picture: how you're walking, whether your calves are tight, how your foot arches behave, and whether there's reduced mobility further up the chain — like in your hips or lower back.

We use gentle hands-on techniques to reduce tension, improve foot and ankle mechanics, and support better movement overall. The goal? Less pain, better shock absorption, and happier steps.

Call 03 9762 9445 to make an initial appointment with a podiatrist for an assessment at Body@Boronia — and take that first step towards more comfortable feet. 👟

Everybody is different. In fact, no two bodies are the same — and that’s exactly how it should be. Some of us are natura...
08/10/2025

Everybody is different. In fact, no two bodies are the same — and that’s exactly how it should be. Some of us are naturally more flexible, flopping around like the scarecrow, while others might feel like the Tin Man, a bit stiff in the joints and needing a good oiling! Height, neck length, foot shape — all these anatomical givens shape how you move and hold yourself.

There’s no perfect posture or movement to copy because your body’s blueprint is unique. At Body@Boronia, our practitioners (yes, all of us) help you work with your individual structure to move comfortably and confidently through life – so you can get on with being that first-rate version of yourself in all the ways that matter.

Call 03 9762 9445 to make an appointment with one of our practitioners today. Let’s help you be the best version of you. 💫

‘Knot’ feeling too good?Struggling with tension and looking for some extra at-home massage options between osteo appoint...
05/10/2025

‘Knot’ feeling too good?
Struggling with tension and looking for some extra at-home massage options between osteo appointments? Try these targeted techniques:

🔸 Plantar fasciitis? Roll a frozen water bottle under the arch of your foot for 5–10 minutes to reduce inflammation and gently stretch the fascia.

🔸 Tension in your jaw (TMJ issues)? Use your fingertips to apply small, slow circles just in front of your ears and along the cheekbone — no digging, just enough to feel movement in the muscle.

🔸 Tight shoulders or glutes? Lean against a wall with a tennis ball placed between your body and the wall. Roll slowly to find a tender point, then pause and breathe — let the pressure sink in rather than forcing it.

🔸 Forearm strain from typing? Use your opposite thumb to stroke firmly (but comfortably) along the length of the forearm muscles, from elbow to wrist, staying just off the bone.

Self-massage should feel relieving, not bruising. If tight spots keep coming back, there may be an underlying postural or mobility issue.

What are your favourite home massage hacks? Let us know in the comments below. 👇

📚 Word of the Day: FingerThe word finger traces all the way back to Proto-Germanic fingraz, related to fingan — “to gras...
03/10/2025

📚 Word of the Day: Finger

The word finger traces all the way back to Proto-Germanic fingraz, related to fingan — “to grasp” — and that’s exactly what they help you do. From gripping a pen to opening a jar, to texting and typing your fingers are among the most expressive and precise tools you own. 🖐️

But what really grasps our attention is how much has to go right to make them move.

Take typing. Your brain sends a signal down your spinal cord, along nerves through the neck and shoulder, all the way to the muscles in your forearm. Tendons pull on tiny bones in your fingers, joints flex and extend, and your skin registers the feel of each key. But when things go wrong — for instance when carpal tunnel compression kicks in — that smooth sequence can become painful or clumsy.

Our osteopaths are here to help with that, addressing the mobility, alignment, or tension issues that affect this chain of movement.

Call 03 9762 9445 to make an appointment. We’ll help you give carpal tunnel syndrome the finger (you know which one!)


03/10/2025

📊 Statistic of the Month: According to the World Health Organisation, the global prevalence of Parkinson’s Disease doubled over the past 25 years, reaching over 8.5 million cases in 2019. 📈

Parkinson’s disease (PD) affects the brain’s ability to control movement. It’s caused by the gradual loss of dopamine-producing neurons in the substantia nigra — a small but vital area of the midbrain involved in coordinating smooth, purposeful motion.

People with Parkinson’s may experience tremors, rigidity, slowed movement (bradykinesia), and postural instability. Over time, this can lead to pain, stiffness, and fatigue from compensating muscles and altered movement patterns.

Manual therapy such as osteopathy and myotherapy, doesn’t treat Parkinson’s itself, but we are here to help patients find comfort, improve their joint mobility, and ease strain on the musculoskeletal system — especially in the spine, neck, and shoulders. 🤲

Call 03 9762 9445to make an appointment with one of our practitioners at Body@Boronia. We’re here to help keep you moving, one step at a time.

SPOTLIGHT PRACTITIONER: Dr. MARIAN GABRIEL....Beyond the Clinic.........When she's not at Body@Boronia helping patients,...
03/09/2025

SPOTLIGHT PRACTITIONER: Dr. MARIAN GABRIEL....

Beyond the Clinic.........

When she's not at Body@Boronia helping patients, Dr. Marian Gabriel enjoys a variety of interests that keep her active and inspired.

Her hobbies include playing table tennis, cooking, travelling and reading. She also finds peace and rejuvenation in walking in nature and spending quality time with her family.

Marian is motivated by seeing her patients feel better and regain confidence, and her personal pursuits help her stay recharged to continue making a difference in their lives.

SPOTLIGHT PRACTITIONER: Dr. MARIAN GABRIEL (OSTEOPATH)Experiences within the Medical Profession........Dr. Marian Gabrie...
03/09/2025

SPOTLIGHT PRACTITIONER: Dr. MARIAN GABRIEL (OSTEOPATH)

Experiences within the Medical Profession........

Dr. Marian Gabriel's commitment to her field is evident in her diverse experiences.

During her placements, she gained invaluable hands-on experience with athletic groups such as the Melbourne Victory Football Club and as a sports trainer with the Oakleigh Chargers.

She also honed her skills at the Victoria University Student Clinic and various private practices.

In addition to her clinical work, Marian is a sessional academic at Victoria University, where she teaches anatomy and physiology to the next generation of healthcare professionals.

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3A \ 148 Boronia Road
Boronia, VIC
3155

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Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

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