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The Osteo We specialise in treating chronic pain thanks to osteopathy, massage therapy and dry needling in Melbourne and Bentleigh East.
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If you think you're too manly for  , we have some bad news: You're already doing it.
20/08/2018

If you think you're too manly for , we have some bad news: You're already doing it.

You can benefit a lot from yoga, no matter who you are.

Find out the benefits of a sports   and learn what's really behind this popular recovery method.
17/08/2018

Find out the benefits of a sports and learn what's really behind this popular recovery method.

Find out the benefits of a sports massage and what's really behind this popular recovery method.

With new research showing that prenatal   improves pregnant women's sleep quality and reduces stress in the third trimes...
16/08/2018

With new research showing that prenatal improves pregnant women's sleep quality and reduces stress in the third trimester, it's little wonder so many mums-to-be are taking to the yoga mat.

Yoga teacher shares her tips.

Release Your Tight Calves In Less Than A Minute With This Triggerpoint Move
15/08/2018

Release Your Tight Calves In Less Than A Minute With This Triggerpoint Move

Intense and completely satisfying.

Use of osteopathic manipulative treatment relies on precise and individualized manual therapy to maintain or restore cir...
14/08/2018

Use of osteopathic manipulative treatment relies on precise and individualized manual therapy to maintain or restore circulation of body fluids, leading to improved mobility.

Manual therapy presents a non-pharmaceutical, non-invasive approach to treatment of head, neck, and facial pain, including headaches, by treating the cause(s) of pain and restoring mobility.

Happy Friday!
09/08/2018

Happy Friday!

Walking is lauded as one of the easiest, most effective, and most accessible forms of exercise, and that's true - as lon...
09/08/2018

Walking is lauded as one of the easiest, most effective, and most accessible forms of exercise, and that's true - as long as you're not dealing with that makes every step agony.

Plus, solutions that'll have you walking comfortably in no time

Whether your   stems from your workout, stressful schedule, or sitting all day at a desk, stretching out the right way c...
08/08/2018

Whether your stems from your workout, stressful schedule, or sitting all day at a desk, stretching out the right way can help you release all that built up tension.

These moves will have you saying om instead of ouch.

07/08/2018

10 Things to Let Go Of To .

A poor sleeping position may be the underlying cause of  . This is because certain positions can place unnecessary press...
06/08/2018

A poor sleeping position may be the underlying cause of . This is because certain positions can place unnecessary pressure on the neck, hips, and back.

Lower back pain can prevent a person from sleeping well, which, in itself, can make back pain worse. Learn about how to sleep to reduce back pain.

Neck stiffness is a common condition that can vary in intensity, ranging from general soreness that mildly inhibits neck...
06/08/2018

Neck stiffness is a common condition that can vary in intensity, ranging from general soreness that mildly inhibits neck motions to sharp or burning pain that flares when attempting even slight head movements.

There are several factors that may result in a stiff neck. Knowing the specific cause of a stiff neck can help to inform what treatment strategy will be most effective.

The 4 Biggest Benefits Of Regular Massages
03/08/2018

The 4 Biggest Benefits Of Regular Massages

There's no doubt that massages feel amazing, but did you know that the benefits of the treatment last far longer than that post-rub down buzz?

People suffering from lower   benefit from
02/08/2018

People suffering from lower benefit from

A new study has shown that people suffering from lower back pain benefit from osteopathy and that it is better to try this treatment before opting for the more radical methods of treatment such as surgery.

Pilates has a multitude of superficial benefits (toned abs, a firm, shapely body and long lean limbs, to name a few), bu...
01/08/2018

Pilates has a multitude of superficial benefits (toned abs, a firm, shapely body and long lean limbs, to name a few), but it can actually serve as a serious ally when it comes to warding off lumbar pain.

Fitness Blender's Pilates Lower Back Workout can actually relieve stiffness and soreness, as well as tone the core and improve posture.

  can be used to treat mental health issues related to back pain – new study
31/07/2018

can be used to treat mental health issues related to back pain – new study

OMT can reduce anxiety and improve self-care too.

Crepitus or crepitation is the noise that may be heard during joint movements, such as a cracking, popping, snapping, or...
30/07/2018

Crepitus or crepitation is the noise that may be heard during joint movements, such as a cracking, popping, snapping, or grinding. One example is feeling a cracking sensation in the neck when turning the head to back up a car.

Neck crepitus, which refers to any cracking, popping, snapping, or grinding noise heard during joint movements, is fairly common in the general population and is not usually a cause for concern.

Poor diet, alcohol and stress can impact your  .
26/07/2018

Poor diet, alcohol and stress can impact your .

Poor diet, alcohol and stress can impact your gut.

Most people experience   at some point in their lives, and it's one of the most common reasons people book doctor's appo...
25/07/2018

Most people experience at some point in their lives, and it's one of the most common reasons people book doctor's appointments and call out of work. It's also one of the leading causes of disability worldwide.

Ease the aches and pains for good.

How often do you stretch your back to ease aches and pain? These exercises will bring you the   you've been craving.
24/07/2018

How often do you stretch your back to ease aches and pain? These exercises will bring you the you've been craving.

Simple and super effective.

Practitioners of   attempt to release tension from knots and pressure points in muscles.
23/07/2018

Practitioners of attempt to release tension from knots and pressure points in muscles.

Dry needling and acupuncture look similar and involve sticking thin needles into the skin, but they are different practices with different aims. In this article, we look at how dry needling and acupuncture work, the ailments they intend to treat, and whether they are effective. We also explore the p...

  is often caused by everyday bad habits that stress and strain your muscles and joints. Here's how to fend off the ache...
22/07/2018

is often caused by everyday bad habits that stress and strain your muscles and joints. Here's how to fend off the aches before they begin.

Back pain doesn't result only from an obvious injury. For better pain management, learn how to undo bad habits that can cause or worsen your discomfort.

Think   is just for lightweights? Think again. If you’re looking to seriously up your running game this is the smartest ...
20/07/2018

Think is just for lightweights? Think again. If you’re looking to seriously up your running game this is the smartest form of prehab.

Think yoga is just for lightweights? Think again. If you’re looking to seriously up your running game this is the smartest form of prehab.

Many people have an unhealthy fascination with scales & what they mean when you stand on them. It’s only giving you SOME...
19/07/2018

Many people have an unhealthy fascination with scales & what they mean when you stand on them. It’s only giving you SOME of the story.

I am (surprisingly) asked this one question a lot... "...Dave, How Do I Lose Weight?" People look at me and they must think I have some kind of idea! Actually - apart from the Osteo qualifications I've got a degree in Biochemistry which is basically some more knowledge on metabolism & how the cells....

Patients could also lower their risk of lower   symptoms by eating more of this dessert treat.
18/07/2018

Patients could also lower their risk of lower symptoms by eating more of this dessert treat.

BACK pain could be prevented by watching your diet, or by changing your sleep position. Patients could also lower their risk of lower back pain symptoms by eating more of this dessert treat.

Eating For
16/07/2018

Eating For

Bye, blood sugar problems!

Take a look at people on their phones or iPads and you will see how hunched over they are. This forced position is putti...
13/07/2018

Take a look at people on their phones or iPads and you will see how hunched over they are. This forced position is putting a strain on the neck as it tries to support the weight of the head – the average adult head weights around 10Ibs.

Neck pain is a modern day epidemic due, in no small, part to our love of technology. The sedentary postures people are adopting when using their devices are putting excessive pressure on our necks.

Here’s exactly how you should sleep—and how you shouldn’t—to wake up refreshed and  -free.
12/07/2018

Here’s exactly how you should sleep—and how you shouldn’t—to wake up refreshed and -free.

There are really only two ways you should snooze.

Whether you're diabetic, looking to increase your energy levels and alertness, or trying to maintain a happy weight by p...
11/07/2018

Whether you're diabetic, looking to increase your energy levels and alertness, or trying to maintain a happy weight by preparing your body to burn its own fat, balancing blood sugar levels will play a large role in your daily routine.

A little prep on Sunday will keep you humming along smoothly all week.

Poor   in children may be linked to many things, including sitting at a school desk, the use of mobile phones and comput...
10/07/2018

Poor in children may be linked to many things, including sitting at a school desk, the use of mobile phones and computers, as well as carrying heavy school bags. However, one contributing factor that people often don’t think of is asthma.

Bad posture is a term which gets thrown around regularly. By definition, posture is…

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