Forward Osteo

04/02/2021

🎉🎈 Forward Osteo turns 1 this week!🎈🎉⁣
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I would just like to send out a huge thank you to everyone who has helped support myself and Forward Osteo over the last year.⁣
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Given how difficult 2020 was for everyone, it means a lot to know I have so many people that I can depend on 👍 Couldn't have done it without all of your help.⁣
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I'm super excited to see what the coming year brings! 😊

22/12/2020

🎅🎄 Wishing everyone a very merry Christmas!  ☃️🎁⁣
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Forward Osteo will be closed over the Christmas break and will re-open on Tuesday 5th of January 2021.⁣
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There are still appointments available today, Wednesday and Thursday if you need to book in before the break 👍⁣

22/10/2020

Who else reckons the new sign looks pretty slick?? 😎 ⁣
Keep an eye out for it next time you're on Pako Street 🤙⁣
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Big thanks to and for the awesome design and production!

07/08/2020

📌 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚 𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐎𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝟑 𝐂𝐎𝐕𝐈𝐃 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐆𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠. ⁣
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✅ Allied health (including osteopathy) is classified as an essential service so that means the clinic is still open and operating under normal hours! ✅⁣
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🥽 Following instructions from the DHHS I am wearing eye protection in addition to a face mask during all appointments. ⁣
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Strict sanitisation practice is in place between each appointment and regularly throughout the day.⁣
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Book online or give me a ring on 03 5215 1788 if you'd like an appointment 😊

29/07/2020

A disc herniation can be a painful experience, but that doesn't mean your body won't heal.

✅ We already know that many people experience disc injuries and never feel pain, but now we have evidence showing that the majority of these injuries will heal naturally as well ✅

Conservative management should always be the first option.
Remember that your back is strong! 🏋️‍♂️💪

22/06/2020

💥 Back pain fact 10 (lucky last):
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👨‍⚕️💉💊 Spine injections, surgery and strong drugs like opioids aren't very effective for persistent back pain in the long term. They come with risks and can have unhelpful side effects. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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18/06/2020

💥 Back pain fact number 9:⁣
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😳 While pain flare-ups can be very painful and scary, they are not usually related to tissue damage. ⁣
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❌ 💤 🛌 😞 🤸‍♀️ The common triggers are things like poor sleep, stress, tension, worries, low mood, inactivity or unaccustomed activity. ⁣
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Controlling these factors can help prevent exacerbations, and if you have a pain flare-up, instead of treating it like an injury, try to stay calm, relax and keep moving! 👍

15/06/2020

💥 Back pain fact number 8:

🏋️‍♂️ 💪The same way lifting weights makes muscles stronger, moving and loading make the back stronger and healthier.

⛹️‍♂️🤸‍♀️🏃‍♂️ So activities, like running, twisting, bending and lifting, are safe if you start gradually and practice regularly.

13/06/2020

💥 Back pain fact number 7:
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❌ Weak "core" muscles do not cause back pain, in fact people with back pain tend to tense their "core" muscles as a protective response. This is like clenching your fist after you have sprained your wrist.
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💪🏋️‍♂️ Being strong is important when you need the muscles to switch on, but being tense all the time isn't helpful. Learning to relax the "core" muscles during everyday tasks can be helpful 🧘‍♀️🚶‍♂️

12/06/2020

💥 Back pain fact number 6:

🪑🧍‍♂️🧎‍♀️ How we sit, stand and bend doesn't cause back pain, even though these activities may be painful. A variety of postures are healthy for the back.

✅ It's safe to relax during everyday tasks such as sitting bending and even lifting with a round back - in fact, it's more efficient!

11/06/2020

🤯 Great video on TODAY explaining the link between neck dysfunction and headaches and migraines 🤯

☑️ I have completed training with Dr Watson on how to skilfully assess and treat the neck in headache and migraine sufferers.
☑️ Once a link between the structures in the neck and the headaches and migraines themselves has been established, treatment is then targeted at reducing this sensitivity and decreasing symptoms.

Contact me at Forward Osteo to find out more information!

09/06/2020

Back fact number 5:
💥💥 When pain persists, it is common for the spine and muscles surrounding it to become really sensitive to touch and movement.

The pain you feel during movement and activities reflects how sensitive your structures are - not how damaged you are.
So it's safe and normal to feel some pain when you start to move and exercise.

This usually settles down with time as you get more active. In fact, exercise and movement are some of the most effective ways to help treat back pain ✅🏋️‍♂️🏃‍♂️🤸‍♂️

03/06/2020

Back pain fact number 4:⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
💥💥 Scans (MRI, X-ray, CT) are only helpful in a minority of people. Lots of scary sounding things can be reported on scans such as disc bulges, degeneration, protrusions, arthritis, etc.
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Unfortunately the scans don't say that these findings are very common in people without back pain and they don't predict how much pain you feel or how disabled you are. Scans can also change, and most disc prolapses shrink over time.

31/05/2020

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💪 Backs are strong. If you have had an injury, healing occurs within 3 months, so if pain persists past this time, it usually means there are other contributing factors. A lot of back pain starts with no injury or simple, everyday movement. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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📌 These occasions may occur to stress, tension, fatigue, inactivity, or unaccustomed activity which make the back sensitive to movement and loading.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Reference: O'Sullivan PB, Caneiro J, O'Sullivan K, et alBack to basics: 10 facts every person should know about back painBritish Journal of Sports Medicine Published Online First: 31 December 2019. doi: 10.1136/bjsports-2019-101611

28/05/2020

Back pain fact number 2:⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Although it is a widespread belief and concern that getting older causes or worsens back pain, research does not support this, and evidence-based treatment can help at any age ✅✅⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Reference: O'Sullivan PB, Caneiro J, O'Sullivan K, et alBack to basics: 10 facts every person should know about back painBritish Journal of Sports Medicine Published Online First: 31 December 2019. doi: 10.1136/bjsports-2019-101611

28/05/2020

Get it Lloyd 💪🦴🧠🏋️‍♂️ Showing that age is no excuse!

Exercise is great for many things including bone density, mental health, cardiovascular health and various other "age related" issues.

26/05/2020

👀 Keep an eye out over the next couple of weeks as I will be posting 10 FACTS ABOUT BACK PAIN THAT EVERYONE SHOULD KNOW 👌 Here's number 1:
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🤕 Persistent back pain can be distressing and disabling, but it's rarely life-threatening and you are very unlikely to end up in a wheelchair ✅
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Persistent pain is complex and there are many factors that contribute to it. This is why a comprehensive management plan is important in order to get you moving forward 🔜
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Thanks to and for the great info about these back facts!
Reference: O'Sullivan PB, Caneiro J, O'Sullivan K, et alBack to basics: 10 facts every person should know about back painBritish Journal of Sports Medicine Published Online First: 31 December 2019. doi: 10.1136/bjsports-2019-101611

12/05/2020

New blog post discussing disc bulges!

What people don't know about disc bulges and why they are a lot more common than you'd expect 🤔

Disc bulges explained. How long does recovery take and what should you expect? Forward Osteo Geelong West. Pain management and injury rehabilitation.

06/05/2020

Tendinopathy facts 🏃‍♂️🦵💪⁣
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👨‍⚕️ Recovery is always active and takes time and effort!⁣
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Common types of tendinopathy include; Achilles tendinopathy, tennis elbow, golfers elbow and jumpers knee.
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Thanks to and for the great images and content. @ Geelong, Victoria

24/04/2020

Lest we forget.

23/04/2020

💥 Posture is over emphasised as a contributing factor in the development of pain 💥⁣
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🚶‍♂️🧎‍♀️🤸‍♂️🧘‍♀️ 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 - Regular movement and changing of body positions is much more important than trying to maintain an "ideal posture" for long periods⁣
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👍 It is safe to sit with a bent back. It is also safe to bend and twist your back during everyday activities 👍⁣
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💁‍♂️ Does that mean posture is never important? No, it can still play a role in certain circumstances. But there are usually many other factors of greater importance (see image 4⁣)
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Big thanks to for their great images and information @ Geelong, Victoria

21/04/2020

Check out my new blog talking about some of the common misconceptions regarding posture 👇

Is poor posture really that bad? 💁‍♂️ Click on the link to find out!

What does the evidence tell us about posture? Does poor posture really lead to pain and injury? Geelong West Osteopath. Aidan Mill - Forward Osteo

08/04/2020

How to prevent aches and pains when working from home! 💻🤕🏠⁣
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✅ Move! Our bodies need regular movement in order to function optimally. Physical activity promotes healthy circulation and reduces muscle tension 🚶‍♂️🧎‍♀️🏃‍♂️⁣
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✅ Get up out of your chair every hour. Set an hourly alarm on your phone if you need a reminder. Simply walking to get a glass of water is enough ⏰🪑🚶‍♀️⁣
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✅ Try breaking up your work day with a walk or other form of exercise. Great for you mentally as well 🏋️‍♂️🤸‍♀️🧘‍♂️⁣
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👍 Try these exercises/stretches out and let me know how you feel! 👍

07/04/2020

Check out the podcast I did with Lena from The Training Room Geelong!

We had a great chat about the importance of regular movement and how to avoid aches and pains if you work at a desk.
We did record this before the lock-down but I think it's even more relevant now due to the amount of people that have had to transition to working from home.

Also available to listen on iTunes @ https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aches-pains-ways-to-avoid-injury-aidan-mill-forward/id1458693398?i=1000470640853

Let me know what you guys think!

Listen to this episode from Moxon Weighs In on Spotify. In this episode we sat down for a chat with Aidan Mill, passionate Osteo and proud local business owner. Listen in for simple tips and tricks to keep yourself in top condition - and to alleviate the aches and pains that keep us from moving with...

01/04/2020

We're not the only ones who need to stay stimulated during isolation! 🐶🧠🤓

23/03/2020

is open for business as usual 👍⁣
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It is the advice from the federal health minister that all allied health businesses continue to operate and provide valuable assistance to the community. ⁣
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I will continue to provide the best care possible for all of my clients. This includes diligent sanitisation of all surfaces in the clinic and thorough cleaning practices in between clients.⁣
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What can you do to help?⁣
- Please don't visit the clinic if you have been overseas or have been unwell in the past 14 days⁣
- Use hand sanitizer provided

18/03/2020

Check out my new blog outlining a modern way to approach injury recovery and rehab!

Outlines an evidence based approach to overcoming injuries and rehabilitation. PEACE & LOVE. Geelong West Osteopath

03/03/2020

NEW BLOG POST! 💪🏋️‍♀️🏋️‍♂️

What are the benefits and negatives of lifting weights? Is it bad for you? Should I lift weights? Geelong West Osteopath

24/02/2020

❓Did you know that most private health funds can cover osteo as part of your extras cover❓⁣
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Forward Osteo has HICAPS facilities on site meaning that you can claim your extras cover directly at the clinic. All you need to do is swipe your private health card and simply pay the gap.⁣
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Your type of cover and rebate will depend on your personal extras cover. To find out more information please contact your personal private health insurer.

19/02/2020

Headaches and migraines 🧠💥🤕⁣⁣
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I have been focusing on treating and managing headaches and migraines for the last few years now and it has become something I'm very passionate about. My approach has been developed from years of training and clinical practice 📚👨‍⚕️⁣
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📋 Treatment is always personalised and may comprise a combination of the following: ⁣⁣
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✅ Manual therapy; including spinal manipulation and mobilisation, Watson Approach, dry needling and massage techniques ⁣⁣
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✅ Rehabilitation exercises; aimed at building up strength and resilience and improving mobility ⁣⁣
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✅ Lifestyle advice and patient education; to facilitate changes and habits in order to make lasting improvements and achieve long term goals