Corked Thigh: What It Is and How to Recover

Copped a knee to the thigh at the weekend? You might hear it called a cork, corky or muscle contusion. It’s a common contact-sport injury, but the symptoms can vary depending on the location and severity of the impact.

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Runner’s Knee: Why It Happens and What Helps

That ache around the front of the kneecap can become particularly noticeable with running, stairs, hills or increases in activity. Often referred to as runner’s knee, there can be a number of factors contributing to why it develops.

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Osteopath, Physio or Chiropractor: Understanding the Difference

Osteopathy, physiotherapy and chiropractic are separate healthcare professions, but there can be considerable overlap in the types of musculoskeletal concerns they see and some of the approaches they use. That can make it difficult to understand what actually sets them apart.

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Dry Needling vs Acupuncture: What Is the Difference?

Dry needling and acupuncture both use fine needles, so it is understandable that the two are often confused. While they may look similar, they come from different approaches and the reasoning behind how they are used can differ.

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What Is Myotherapy, and How Is It Different From Massage?

Myotherapy and remedial massage have plenty in common, so it is understandable that people are not always sure what the difference is. While both may involve hands-on treatment, myotherapy can also incorporate approaches such as dry needling, exercise and movement strategies.

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What Is Remedial Massage? A Plain-English Guide

Remedial massage is a familiar term, but it is not always clear what makes it different from other types of massage.

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10 Tips for Goal Setting

Setting goals is an important step toward achieving success and personal growth. Here are some tips to help you effectively set and achieve your goals this year. Bonus tip – Regularly Review and Adjust: Periodically review your progress and adjust your goals if necessary. Assess what’s working and what needs improvement. This ongoing evaluation ensures […]

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Embracing the New Year with Well-being: 10 Tips for a Healthier and Happier You!

As we bid farewell to the old and welcome the new, let’s make health and well-being a priority this year. Here are 10 tips to help you kickstart the year with a focus on your health and happiness: Cheers to a New Year filled with positive well-being and a healthier, happier you!  Get our health […]

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What is dry needling and should you be doing it?

Our lead osteopath, Lisa Gadd, has had the privilege of being featured on this article. Extract below: When sore muscles arise you opt for analgesics and a heat pack, but Dr Lisa Gadd (Osteopath), an osteopath who works with elite athletes swears by dry needling as a key treatment for muscle pain including neck pain […]

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How To Not Fall Flat On Your Face This Christmas!

After 18 months of being locked up here in Melbourne – I wouldn’t be surprised if your social calendar is jam packed trying to fit in the lost social events of 2021. As much as I am sure you want to be a social butterfly this Christmas, here is a friendly reminder to not fall […]

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