At Ease Osteopathy

04/07/2022

Did you know that 68 per cent of people with chronic pain are of working age and 40 per cent of early retirement in Australia is due to chronic pain? Has pain impacted you at work, if so let us know how?

14/06/2022

It's Men's Health Week from June 13th-19th 2022. Men's Health Week aims to speak up for our men who are suffering in silence.

On average, five men take their lives each day. This is an alarming number and it is four times more than the rate of women.

Statistically, men suffer from more illness, more accidents and die earlier than females ​do. Accidents, cancer and heart disease all account for the majority of male deaths.​

It's time to take a stand for our men.

Men's Health Week is aiming to turn this around and create positive environments for the men's and boy's lives.

06/06/2022

02/06/2022

June is Migraine Awareness Month. Did you know that one in seven people deal with frequent migraines?

Migraines affect almost 20% of Australians, most commonly for people in their 20s and 30s. For most people, this impacts on their work and social life.

Despite being recognised as one of the most disabling lifetime conditions, awareness and understanding is low. Migraine Awareness Month aims to raise awareness for those who are suffering in silence; know that you are not alone.

27/04/2022

Pay it Forward day!

Today is Global Pay it Forward Day, an initiative that exists to make a difference by creating a huge ripple of kindness felt across the world. Small acts, when multiplied by millions of people can literally change the world for the better — today is the day to prove it!

21/04/2022

A BIG Thank-You to all our patients who have attended the clinic over Osteopathy awareness week. We love working with helping you move & feel better.

This post also provides an opportunity to thank all of our amazing patients who have supported the clinic over the years. WE hope you have benefitted from the advice, treatments and feel happy about choosing At Ease Osteopathy to help you. We sincerely appreciate your support and your ongoing referrals.

We look forward to continuing to provide friendly family focused health care to you in the future.

20/04/2022

Osteopathy Awareness Week - educating the public in how Osteopathy can help you.

In a nut shell!! Take out the restrictions and the body will know how to function again!! Osteopathy- Mind, Body and Spirit.

If you think your body needs some help to get back on track we are here to help you! Call the clinic on 0439655639

18/04/2022

International Osteopathic Awareness Week Day 2!

Osteopathy - one human being helping another back to health.

I love how Osteopathy is different.
It addresses the root cause of pain, not just the bit that hurts.
Osteopathy incorporates the Mind, Body and Spirit,
Osteopaths use their hands to find out where the problems are.
Osteopaths use an intimate knowledge of anatomy to work out why there is pain.
Osteopaths can give a detailed diagnosis and deliver fast pain relief.
Osteopaths want to empower the patient.

Osteopathy enables people to help themselves to move and feel better.

For more information or to make an appointment call the clinic.

17/04/2022

This week is International Osteopathy Healthcare Week (IOHW) a time for Osteopaths around the world to celebrate our shared philosophy of mind-body-spirit, and to educate patients, the public about Osteopathy.

Visit www.osteopathy.org.au for more information or call the clinic to make an appointment.

13/03/2022

01/03/2022

28/02/2022

Its Shrove Tuesday or Pancake Tuesday. Yummo!

But before you over indulge take a look at the exercise needed to offset Pancakes.

Eat up then get moving!

20/02/2022

ConsiderOsteopathy for your acute injury management, neck pain, back pain, sporting injuries, call the clinic to book your appointment.

17/02/2022

Mardi Gras is Celebrated across the country today, At Ease Osteopathy celebrates diversity and acceptance for all.

"IT IS TIME NWE ALL SEE GENDER AS A SPECTRUM INSTEAD OF TWO SETS OF OPPOSING IDEALS"

Emma Watson

14/02/2022

Back and neck pain is very common for both teachers and students, especially in the first few weeks back at school. If you, or someone you know are experiencing this, send them our way.

After hours appointments available by appointment. Call the clinic for more information.

13/02/2022

Happy Valentines Day!

Did you know that February 14 is Heart Research Australia’s “Wear Red Day”? We are asked to dress in Red to help raise awareness for Cardiovascular Disease.

We are open from 9.30-3.00 today helping you Move and Feel Better. Call the clinic for an appointment.

10/02/2022

Sometimes just waiting for pain ease does not help. Osteopaths use gentle hands on treatment techniques to realign your body, reducing pain and helping you move and feel better.

Due to cancellations I have a few appointments available on Wednesday next week, if you’d like to "Move it Move It" get in touch.

08/02/2022

Lower back pain is often triggered by problems in the sacroiliac (SI) joint. This article explains how, as Osteopaths we see this a lot, we aim to find the causes of your pain and treating them getting you moving and feeling better.

Call the clinic to see if we can help you.

Sacroiliac joint dysfunction is often overlooked while diagnosing lower back pain disorders. This joint is located deep inside your pelvis and bears tremendous weight—making it vulnerable to chronic pain problems.

31/01/2022

FEEL GOOD FEBRUARY IS HERE!

With the pandemic the past 2 years haven’t exactly been filled with “good news stories”, we have been bombarded with negative news stories, isolation, lockdowns and a lot of apprehension.

Feel Good Feb is here to bring a ray of brightness and light to the world- and it's done by YOU. One random act of kindness can bring a smile to someone's face. You can literally change their life for the better just by being kind. Then in turn, maybe they will do a kind deed for someone else. Let's counteract the negative by being proactively positive.

If you need a tune -up, have tense shoulders, headaches or neck pain give the clinic a call and book an appointment. Visit www.easeosteo.com.au

27/01/2022

We support Feb fast

What is febfast? I hear you say, well it’s your chance to pause for a cause by giving up alcohol, sugar or another vice to support disadvantaged youth in Australia. It's the perfect excuse to kick-start the year with a little good health and good will. Visit www.febfast.org.au to find out more and see how you can make a difference.

26/01/2022

As the kids are getting ready to head back to school it’s worth remembering
carrying backpacks and sitting at desks all day can cause some stiffness in the back, neck and shoulders. An ill-fitting or oversized back pack may increase the risk of poor posture or possible injury.

Here are some top tips to make sure your child is backpack-aware.

Make sure the backpack is the right size – it should be no wider than the child’s chest and no higher than 3 cm above their shoulders – they should be able to look up to the ceiling without their head hitting the bag.

A moulded frame which conforms to your child’s back when adjusted correctly.

Two wide, adjustable padded shoulder straps – Wearing a bag with only one strap curves the spine unnaturally, putting stress on the whole body.
Separate compartments that allow packing ease.

Both shoulder straps should always be used to distribute the weight evenly on the child’s back. Waist straps also help.

The shoulder straps should be adjusted so that the bottom of the bag sits around the child’s waist – trace a line from their belly button around to their back, the bottom of the bag should sit around there.

Explain that wearing the backpack correctly will prevent back, shoulders, and neck pain, regularly check with them to see if the bag is comfortable, or if they are in any kind of pain.

When the kids get home, encourage them to take their shoes off and play outside, without technology for 30 minutes. 30 minutes of varied movement can unwind the body from the rigid positions they are expected to hold throughout the day.

Osteopaths can treat patients with back and neck pain, sports injuries, headaches, postural problems, sciatica symptoms, knee and heel pain call the clinic if your child needs an appointment.

If your child does complain of neck or shoulder pain, it is a good idea to take your child to an Osteopath for an assessment. The school bag may not be the only potential source of discomfort.

25/01/2022

Happy Australia Day, the Clinic is closed today, we will be back tomorrow helping you Move and Feel Better.

Stay Safe and Keep Smiling!

09/01/2022

Do you have pain?

Shoulder? Ankle? Back? Neck? Or a ni**le that just won't go away? 🖐️💪🦵🦶😬⁠
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MAYBE WE CAN HELP YOU? ⁠
Osteopathy is a form of HANDS-ON manual therapy that focuses on a holistic approach to health by addressing the body as a whole.⁠
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Osteopaths focus on your neuro-musculoskeletal system. The bones, muscles, nerves, and other tissues that support your body and control its movements. We know how the parts of your body should work together and the impact if they do not.⁠
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We are here to help you achieve your health goals. 🖐️💪🦵🦶😬⁠
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Call the clinic for an appointment.

07/01/2022

Helping you move and feel better is what we are here to do, however navigating the everchanging rules and regulations associated with Covid-19 can be quite confusing.

Firstly we are OPEN and ready to help you. A big thank you to everyone for your patience and understanding during these tough times! Maintaining everyone’s health and safety is our highest priority.

If you are showing any symptoms, awaiting a Covid-19 test result please give us a call and we will reschedule your appointment. You MUST NOT ATTEND the clinic if you believe you may be suffering from Covid-19.

The clinics Covid-19 guidelines “Hands, Face and Space” is now on the website.

Please complete the pre-screening Covid-19 questionnaire before your appointment.

Face Masks are currently required for everyone attending the clinic over 8 years of age in line with the government mandate.

Do your best to arrive for your appointment on time to avoid congestion in the reception area.

Stay Safe and keep smiling, I look forward to seeing you all soon

07/10/2021

🧚ESSENTIAL CARE CRITERIA NO LONGER REQUIRED🧚

We are pleased to let you know that common sense has prevailed and we can now resume routine care for Allied Health.

A huge thank you to you all for filling out your 'essential care' criteria forms and being understanding while we screened, prioritised and rescheduled appointments over the past few weeks.

Please call the clinic to make an appointment.

21/08/2021

Covid Lockdown 7.0 Update.

We are OPEN for essential hands-on osteopathy treatment during the COVID-19 lockdown that begins today, however strict criteria applies.

Osteopathy is deemed an essential Allied health service as long as you genuinely require hands on treatment and meet DHHS definition of urgent clinical care.

The definition of urgent clinical care for Allied Health services is defined as:
Direct clinical care (and other clinical support activity necessary to support direct clinical care) that prevents a significant change/deterioration in functional independence necessitating escalation of care OR is required as an adjunct to other urgent medical/surgical interventions.

For example URGENT CLINICAL CARE-

• that avoids a potential hospital admission or emergency department presentation

• that avoids serious acute consequences or acute deterioration

• that presents/delays the need for further specialist medical or surgical intervention

• that prevents an increase in care needs that would necessitate additional carer supports or change in accommodation needs
that limits secondary complications post surgery

• where deferral would lead to long term adverse consequences (i.e.. delays to child development)

So if you feel that you DO NOT meet this criteria, please call the clinic 0439655639 to reschedule your appointment.

Please always wear your mask when visiting the clinic and check in with our QR code.

If you are experiencing any cold and flu symptoms including fever and chills, sore throat, shortness of breath, coughing or runny nose, please call the clinic to reschedule your appointment.

If you are waiting on your covid-19 test results, have been in close contact with someone suspected of having covid-19 or have visited a public exposure site, please call to reschedule your appointment.

Thank-you.
Karen McDowall
At Ease Osteopathy

06/08/2021

These lockdowns will have a big impact on many of us.

It’s okay to not be okay. If things are getting a bit much for you please reach out and have a chat with a mate, a loved one or call one of the support services available.

There’s a lot of hurt, anxiety and uncertainty in our community today - from business owners who have to close their doors again, through to school students who are again learning from home and everyone in between.

Please take care.

29/07/2021

🛑 PLEASE NOTE:
ANYONE ENTERING THE CLINIC IS REQUIRED TO WEAR A FACE MASK AND CHECK IN.

We ask that you please wear a face mask, sanitise your hands and check in upon entering the clinic. For those who do not have a mask, we will be providing you with a mask.

*** Children under 12 years of age are NOT required to wear a mask ***

Please advise us if you are experiencing any cough, cold or flu symptoms - no matter how minor they may be.

We thank you for your cooperation.🙏

27/07/2021

Reopening tomorrow!

One in five Australians will experience persistent pain at some point in their lives.

Pain is our in-built alarm system, warning us that something might be wrong. Pain is a perfectly normal response, even if it is inconvenient and disruptive. A lot of the time, pain does not indicate severe damage, and often injuries will heal completely.

Did you know that worrying and being fearful of your pain can actually make it worse? Find an osteopath near you to help you understand why you have pain, and manage it safely.

www.findanosteo.com

20/05/2021

Move more. Move better with osteopathy.

Find an osteopath near you to help you get active and stay active. https://bit.ly/findanosteo

05/05/2021

The Clinic will be closed tomorrow for May Race Day. Giddy up and I hope you all have a great day and we will be open on Friday as usual.

03/05/2021

Whether you are a Star Wars fan or not, we would like to wish you a happy Star Wars day. May the 4th be with you and your families.

02/05/2021

This week is International Osteopathic Healthcare Week 2021!
During this week, we hope to raise awareness about osteopathy in healthcare.

We want to shed more light on what Osteopathy is and how it can help restore your and your family’s health. Don’t forget, Osteopaths treat more than you think and help you to move and feel better. Let us take you on an Osteopathy discovery journey through International Osteopathic Healthcare Week!

To find out how osteopathy can help, do give our friendly team a call or visit www.easeosteo.com.au or our associations site www.osteopathy.org.au