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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Welcome to our exploration of Juvenile Idiopathic Scoliosis (JIS), a condition that affects children and adolescents. If you suspect your child has scoliosis, please call us on (03) 8360 8363. The osteopaths at Altona Meadows Osteopathy are here to help. In the meantime, let’s understand what’s going on… Juvenile Idiopathic Scoliosis Overview: Juvenile Idiopathic Scoliosis
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Type 2 diabetes is a widespread, acquired metabolic disorder. In a nutshell – it’s all about insulin; insulin resistance or inadequate insulin production, which messes with your blood sugar, which is bad news. (More on why later.) If you’ve been diagnosed with diabetes or pre-diabetes, you might not immediately think of osteopathic care. And we
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Introduction: Ever had that stubborn shoulder pain that just won’t quit? Or found that you simply can’t perform overhead tasks because your shoulder is too weak? Maybe the pain kicks in when you lift your arm to the side? It seems likely you’re suffering from a subacromial impingement, also sometimes referred to as shoulder impingement.
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Okay, so you’ve just been in a car accident, and the adrenaline rush and shock is starting to fade. You may be experiencing neck pain, stiffness, and perhaps even symptoms of a concussion. It’s time to get yourself checked out for whiplash. Read on to learn more and if you want to get onto the
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