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How Osteopathy Can Help You Recover after a Fracture

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...

All About Disc Injuries: An Osteopath’s Perspective

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...

Juvenile Idiopathic Scoliosis: A Comprehensive Guide

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....

Type 2 Diabetes and Osteopathic Care

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...

Subacromial Impingement: An Osteopathic Perspective

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...