Moreland Osteopathy

25/04/2022

Where Aussies are feeling it most: pain relating to backs (44%), followed by headaches/migraine (25%), neck (24%) and shoulders (23%).

Don't wait until your pain becomes too much to bear. Seek help. Find out more about how osteopaths can help you manage your pain or injury, and move better at www.whatisosteo.com.

Osteopathy. Your path to a healthier you.

30/03/2022

Let's talk scoliosis!

Do you have one?

Or perhaps know someone that suffers from a scoliosis? They're more common than you think!

This is a real case study that presented to our clinic and we'd love to take you through this case. (With full permission from the patient of course!)

A BIT OF HISTORY...
So this patient had presented to our clinic roughly 2 months ago with aches and pains that she thought were just her "usual" pains from work & stress.

Prior to seeing us, she had always, since a child, been to see other manual therapists who also treated her for her presenting complaint.

HOW DID WE DIAGNOSE HER?
Initially this person came in with pain around her right shoulder blade so we treated her for what we call "acute rib sprain," and this initial pain settled!

However we noticed that her mid back was still very "flat" & suspected something more as she kept getting recurring pains between her shoulder blades.

OUR NEXT STEP?
We send our patient off for an X-ray as things were not adding up, and she has now, after 33 years, been diagnosed with a scoliosis!

If you see Figure 2, the black line down the middle would be your ideal spine, however it goes off on tangents!

WHAT NOW?
Our patient is so relieved that we were able to diagnose her condition. As you could imagine living with a scoliosis and not knowing why you have so many aches and pains really played a detriment to her mental health.

She is now more educated on her condition and is seeing us for regular check ups. Alongside this we will give her a tailored exercise program to stretch & strengthen her spine.

If you know of anyone that needs assistance with their scoliosis or has recurring aches and pains that are just not making sense, please tag us and share!

www.morelandosteo.com.au

25/12/2021

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03/12/2021

Having some neck pain and stiffness? Try our scalene stretch!

1. Place your fingers in the webbing of the neck, just above the collar bone.

2. Rotate your neck to the opposite side, whilst tucking your chin down

3. You should feel the stretch under your fingers at the side of the neck.

4. Hold for 30 seconds, repeat 2 times a day

What does this help?
- General neck tension
- Headaches

If you require further assistance please call the clinic on 9386 4780

Happy Stretching 😊

29/11/2021

❓Did you know that neck pain is a top contributor to chronic pain areas among adults!

➡️Neck pain can be acute (A fresh injury eg locked neck) or chronic (Lasts more than 3 months eg arthritis in the neck).

➡️No matter your cause, we here at Moreland Osteopathy are able to diagnose and treat your neck injury and tailor a treatment program for you specifically, we know that everyone is not the same and we like to treat you as an individual 🤗

❓Any questions please contact us at the clinic on 93864780.

Book online at www.morelandosteo.com.au

➡️ Keep your eyes posted for tips to come this week about overcoming some of your neck pain, much ❤ the team at Moreland Osteopathy

25/11/2021

HYOID STRETCH

🤸‍♀️Gently extend your head backwards, whilst keeping your jaw closed. Keep your tongue on the roof of your mouth.

🤸Hold for 30 seconds and release.

🤸‍♂️Stop immediately of you feel any dizziness or blurred vision.

🤸‍♀️This stretches the muscles around the front of your neck and throat.

WHY IS THIS STRETCH IMPORTANT?

We always think about the back and sides of the neck needing a "good stretch" however we tend to forget about the front. If the front is left neglected it can cause forward head carriage and all sorts of headaches and neck pain arise!

Do this stretch 2 times a day, particularly if you work at a desk.

For more help and advice please call us at the clinic 9386 4780, or make an appointment online.

www.morelandosteo.com.au

24/11/2021

22/11/2021

LOOKING FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT?

At Moreland Osteopathy our practitioners are very hands on. We use various techniques to assist your presenting complaint such as:

- Massage,
- Articulation of joints,
- Trigger point release,
- Manipulation of joints,
- Muscle energy technique,
- Inhibition,
- Cupping & Dry needling.

We are University Trained practitioners (5 years!) and are trained to diagonse and deal with many complications of the human body.

At Moreland Osteopathy we believe in preventative health. Nip it in the bud before it gets bad ➡️ maintain & restore health.

At our clinic we aim to give you a great experience as we like to go above & beyond for patients and your health is always our priority.

For online bookings:
www.morelandosteo.com.au

10/11/2021

A big warm Welcome to:

Dr. Nicholas Papamiltiades!!

Nick enjoys using a variety of Osteopathic treatment techniques such as soft tissue massage, manipulation and joint articulation as well as exercise rehabilitation and education for his patients. He has a breadth of experience treating a range of complaints, from people of all different ages and activity levels.

Nick enjoys treating neck and lower back pain, as well as acute muscular and joint pain. He believes everyone should be able to do their daily activities without pain and utilises every available approach to ensure his patients receive the highest care!

Nick graduated from Victoria University with a Bachelor of Science (Osteopathy) and a Master of Health Science (Osteopathy). He has also completed further training in Myofascial Dry Needling and Cupping.

Nick is available on Monday and Thursday afternoons from 2pm-8pm

For bookings see our online booking system via our Web:

www.morelandosteo.com.au

Or call Sofie on 9386 4780