Caring for someone with dementia is challenging. It is a journey filled with frustration, unique challenges, and heartbreaking loss. But it is also full of meaningful moments. Dementia affects not only memory but can also impact physical health, mobility, and overall quality of life. While there’s no cure, there are ways to support your relative—physically, […]
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So, how many new year’s resolutions have you stuck with? If you’re thinking, “Err, let’s not go there,” you’re not alone. For most people, health goals tend to fall by the wayside by February. But what if this year could be different? What if, instead of ambitious leaps, you made a simple, sustainable plan? Whether
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Tarsal Tunnel Syndrom: When Nerves Get Caught in a Tight Spot! Are you experiencing pain, tingling, or numbness in your feet? You might be suffering from Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome (TTS). It’s like carpal tunnel syndrome, but for your feet! It occurs when the posterior tibial nerve is compressed within the tarsal tunnel, located on the
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Shin Splints Why Your Shins Are Giving You the Cold Shoulder— & How to Warm Them Up Again Feeling a bit betrayed by your legs lately? If your shins have been aching and complaining after your workouts, you might be dealing with shin splints, medically known as medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS). Before you consider
Why did the osteopath go into stand-up comedy? They like to crack people up! It’s a common misconception about osteopathy that we’re all about cracking joints. While that audible release of a joint can be satisfying, osteopathic care is about so much more than that. We offer a range of therapies including soft tissue therapy,
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Do you find yourself wincing when you breathe deeply? Feeling tenderness and pain around your ribs? Have you been doing some heavy lifting, or even heavy coughing lately? You might be dealing with an intercostal muscle strain. If you’re experiencing this discomfort, our osteopaths at Altona Meadows Osteopathy are here to help. Call us at
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Are you facing the daunting prospect of a hip replacement? It’s been said that hips don’t lie, but they certainly creak and groan sometimes. Before you commit to orthopaedic surgery, consider how osteopathy might be able to help. At Altona Meadows Osteopathy, our experienced osteopaths are here to help you improve your hip health. If
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Hey there, fellow footie enthusiasts! So, you were on the pitch weaving through opponents like Messi when you twisted your knee. Now you’re hobbling like you’ve just discovered your inner penguin. Sound familiar? Or maybe you weren’t on the pitch. Maybe it was a dodgy dance move, a laundry related lurch, or a fitness attempt
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So, you were doing your best superhero impression, soaring through the air with unparalleled grace… until gravity decided to remind you that you’re no Superman and sent you crashing down to reality. Or you were powering through a weekend warrior sports session – only to be reminded that you do not in fact have the
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Disc injuries, though often underestimated, can significantly impact quality of life. From gradual wear and tear to severe extrusion or sequestration, the journey of a disc injury encompasses various stages, each presenting its own set of challenges. The osteopaths at Altona Meadows Osteopathy have witnessed firsthand the complexities of these injuries and understand the potential
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