Horne Street Chiropractic & Osteopathy

19/03/2026

𝗦𝗘𝗟𝗙 𝗖𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗜𝗡 𝗔𝗨𝗧𝗨𝗠𝗡 🍂

Autumn self-care focuses on slowing down, embracing warmth, and transitioning to a cozier pace. Key practices include getting 20 minutes of daily sunlight to boost mood, enjoying seasonal foods, engaging in cozy indoor hobbies like reading, baking or spending time with family and friends. 🍁

𝗣𝗵𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹-𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴🧠

𝙀𝙢𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙚 𝙎𝙪𝙣𝙡𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩: Spend time outdoors during daylight to regulate your sleep cycle, which helps combat fatigue as days get shorter. ☀️

𝙂𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙡𝙚 𝙈𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩: Practice yoga or stretching to release muscle tension caused by colder, crisper weather. 🧘‍♀️

𝙋𝙧𝙞𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙨𝙚 𝙎𝙡𝙚𝙚𝙥: Establish a regular, restful bedtime routine to help your body adapt to the new season. 😴

𝙉𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙒𝙖𝙡𝙠𝙨: Walk through parks to enjoy the changing leaves, which provides a grounding, relaxing experience. 🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️

𝙈𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙛𝙪𝙡𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨 & 𝙍𝙚𝙛𝙡𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣: Use journaling to express gratitude or reflect on goals, which improves our mental health. 📓

As the leaves drop and the air cools, let this season be your cue to slow down. Embrace the stillness, nourish your spirit, and trust that you—just like nature—need this time to rest before you can bloom again.

12/03/2026

𝗔𝗰𝘂𝗽𝘂𝗻𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 & 𝗗𝗿𝘆 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 🪡

Acupuncture and dry needling are both needle-based therapies used to treat pain, but they differ fundamentally in their philosophy and clinical application. While acupuncture is a holistic practice rooted in ancient Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) focused on balancing energy flow (Qi), dry needling is a modern Western medical technique that specifically targets muscular "knots" or trigger points.

Acupuncture is often ften used for systemic conditions like migraines, digestive issues, stress, anxiety, and insomnia, alongside chronic pain. Dry Needling is primarily used for musculoskeletal issues such as sports injuries, back pain, neck pain, tennis elbow, and fibromyalgia.

By having Phil focus on acupuncture, our patients get the benefit of a holistic, TCM-based approach that can address systemic issues like stress or sleep alongside pain.

With Guy and Miles offering dry needling, they can provide targeted, Western medical techniques to quickly release specific muscle knots and trigger points during their sessions.

This gives our patients two distinct ways to handle pain:
Phil for balancing energy and overall wellbeing.
Guy and Miles for direct, anatomical muscle release.

Call us 📱9740 9879 or book 💻 on line for your next appointment.

26/02/2026

𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗹𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 🔥

Did you know that 3.6 million Australians live with chronic pain? It’s more common than most people realize. In fact, up to 1 in 3 Australians are affected by chronic inflammation. Both conditions are often linked to ongoing health issues and are frequently misunderstood. Chronic inflammation can develop silently over time and may be caused by a mix of factors including daily habits, stress, past injuries, and even genetics.

We can work closely with patients experiencing chronic pain and chronic inflammation. Using a holistic approach, chiropractic care for chronic pain aims to address the root causes, not just the symptoms, by improving movement, posture, and overall function.

Alongside chiropractic adjustments, we offer Cold Laser Therapy which is a non-invasive way to calm inflammation throughout the body. Using concentrated light energy, laser therapy penetrates deep into tissues to improve circulation, decrease swelling, and support cellular repair.

For patients struggling with chronic inflammation, laser therapy may help by:

💥 Reducing inflammation in soft tissues

💥 Supporting faster recovery after injury or flare-ups

💥 Easing pain and stiffness linked to inflamed joints or muscles

💥 Promoting long-term tissue healing without drugs or injections

While every patient responds differently, laser therapy can be an important complement to lifestyle changes and chiropractic adjustments—helping the body find balance and relief from the inside out.

Call us on 📱 9740 9879 or 💻 book online for your next appointment.

19/02/2026

𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 🧠😵‍💫

Taking care of your mental health and wellbeing can look different to everyone. It's about finding a balance in all aspects of your life that works for you. It's about your whole person: physical, mental, social and emotional. Making small adjustments can help you learn what works for you and stay well.

It’s important to point out that when we’re really struggling, sometimes the only self-care we can practise is literally just making it out of the house to get some sunshine, and that’s okay.

There are many things you can do to look after your mental health and wellbeing. Some are simple like making a nice meal, or going for a walk or calling a friend for a chat.

Even the smallest amount of self-care can be beneficial.

12/02/2026

𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗧𝗢 𝗦𝗘𝗘 𝗔𝗡 𝗢𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗢👨‍⚕️

An Osteopath can be a vital component of your healthcare team. They apply the philosophy of treating the body as a whole, and may be able to provide assistance in some common complaints.

✅ 𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝙃𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙉𝙚𝙘𝙠 𝙋𝙖𝙞𝙣 😔
Pain in your neck can be acute or chronic, both commonly treated by our Osteopaths. They will identify the tissue-causing structure of your neck pain and treat that tissue and surrounding areas to aid in relieving your pain and prevent the condition from reoccurring

✅ 𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝙎𝙪𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙧 𝙁𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙨 𝙊𝙧 𝙈𝙞𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨 🧠
There is a vast array of headache types and there are different types of migraines too. Your Osteopath can help identify which type you are suffering from and apply appropriate hands-on treatment and provide post treatment management and advice

✅ 𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝙎𝙩𝙧𝙪𝙜𝙜𝙡𝙚 𝙒𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙊𝙣𝙜𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙇𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧 𝘽𝙖𝙘𝙠 𝙋𝙖𝙞𝙣
Lower back pain accounts for a high percentage of the patients we have coming in to the clinic for treatment. Again, we can identify tissue-causing structures and treat your specific condition accordingly. We can also refer you for imaging should it be required (including MRI’s), as well as liaising with your GP or specialists if needed

✅ 𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝙎𝙞𝙩 𝘼𝙩 𝘼 𝘿𝙚𝙨𝙠 8+ 𝙃𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙨 𝘼 𝘿𝙖𝙮 🪑
I’m sure you’ve all heard the saying that ‘sitting is the new smoking’, and whilst we cannot confirm or deny that statement, we do agree that there are many postural compensations associated with long periods of sitting, and we have many patients coming in complaining of aliments relating to their desk bound jobs in front of computer screens. We can treat your aliments, discuss your work place ergonomics and get you on a home maintenance regime to aid with your posture and reduce your pain levels

✅ 𝙐𝙥𝙥𝙚𝙧 𝘽𝙖𝙘𝙠 𝘼𝙣𝙙/𝙊𝙧 𝙍𝙞𝙗 𝙋𝙖𝙞𝙣 𝙏𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙈𝙖𝙮 𝘾𝙖𝙪𝙨𝙚 𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝙋𝙖𝙞𝙣 𝙒𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝘽𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 😮‍💨
The spine and rib cage are so closely interrelated that often one area affects the other. As Osteopaths, we assess and treat the whole body in order to get you functioning optimally. Often the diaphragm may also be affected due to its proximity up under the rib cage and this is a region that Osteopaths can treat

✅ 𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙄𝙣𝙟𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨
Osteopaths have a minimum of 5 years University training and are simply not limited to treating backs and necks as is often thought. We are trained to assess and treat the whole person, including sporting injuries to any region of the body. 💪 🦵

Call Miles on 📱 9740 9879 or book on line💻 to make your next appointment.

05/02/2026

A bit of excitment came our way today. We had the priviledge of holding onto something that "stops the nation". 🐴

One of our patients, Neville Smith, is part owner of Half Yours who took out the Melbourne Cup in 2025. What a moment for Neville and somthing he will never forget. True to his word, Neville came past today and shared his coveted prize with us today. 🏆

Thanks Neville, Phil and I really apprecited it. It's not very often you get to hold the Melbourne Cup. 💚

29/01/2026

🥰 Self care is the quiet, intentional act of choosing yourself in small, but meaningful ways. It's taking a pause when life feels loud, listening to what your body and mind actually need. 💆‍♂️

🛌Sometimes it looks like rest, sometimes movement, sometimes setting boundaries or asking for help. Self care isn't selfish or indulgent - it's how you recharge, heal ans stay gounded so you can show up fully for your life and the people in it. ❤️

23/01/2026

The clinic will be CLOSED on Monday 26 January and will re-open on Tuesday 27 January @ 8:30am. Enjoy your long weekend and try and stay cool! 🥵

15/01/2026

𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 😤

Chiropractic care can improve breathing by addressing structural issues like poor posture, restricted rib cage mobility, spinal misalignments that interfere with nerve function and muscle movement, allowing for deeper, more efficient breaths and potentially easing respiratory symptoms like those in asthma or bronchitis. By reducing tension and improving diaphragm/lung mechanics, it can help restore spinal alignment and joint mobility and the nervous system.

𝙃𝙤𝙬 𝘾𝙝𝙞𝙧𝙤𝙥𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙘 𝘾𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙃𝙚𝙡𝙥𝙨 𝘽𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 🫁

⏺️ Improves Thoracic & Rib Mobility: Restricted rib joints and poor thoracic (upper back) mobility limit chest expansion; adjustments help restore movement, allowing for greater lung capacity.

⏺️ Reduces Muscle Tension: Adjustments and soft tissue work alleviate tightness in the neck, back, and chest muscles, making breathing less effortful.

⏺️ Enhances Nerve Function: Correcting spinal misalignments reduces nerve interference, improving the brain's communication with the diaphragm and lungs.

⏺️Corrects Posture: Poor posture compresses the chest; chiropractic care supports better spinal alignment, opening the chest for better lung expansion.

⏺️ Supports Diaphragm Movement: Proper spinal alignment ensures the nerves controlling the diaphragm function optimally, promoting effective breathing patterns.

Call us on 📱 9740 9879 or book on line 💻 for your next appointment.

31/12/2025

11/12/2025

🎉 We have a new on-line booking system. Just click on the link below, to book in your next appointment with Phil, Guy or Miles.

Thank you! 🙏