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Winter 2016 | How & Why We Feel Pain
How and Why We Feel Pain In order to understand the “pain stuff”, you first need to know that your brain is an amazingly clever organ… By Dr Claire Richardson – Osteopath Warning: This blog involves some neuroscience. You might even change your own brain while reading it. Intrigued? Read on! The topic of neuroplasticity…
Read MoreMay Health Article | The Pelvic Floor
The Pelvic Floor The “pelvic floor” refers to a group of muscles that attach to the front, back and sides of the pelvic bone and sacrum (the large fused bone at the bottom of your spine, just above the tailbone). Like a sling or hammock, these muscles support the organs in the pelvis, including the…
Read MoreAutumn 2016 | Improve Your Posture
Improve Your Posture Good posture is vital for optimal functioning of your body. Find out how to better your posture! Did you know that 80% of Australians will experience back pain in their lifetime? Poor posture can cause a range of problems, including back pain, reduced circulation, joint degeneration, spinal problems, and rounded shoulders. The…
Read MoreAutumn 2016 | Sunwarrior Protein Rice Crispy Snack Recipe
Sunwarrior Protein Rice Crispy Snack Recipe Boost your protein intake with this delicious recipe! Sunwarrior’s plant-based (brown rice) protein is packed full of superfoods, and designed to support those wishing to build muscle, lose fat, and increase athletic performance – or those looking to incorporate more plant-based protein to their daily diet. Available in both…
Read MoreJanuary Health Article | Hamstring Injuries
Hamstring Injuries Hamstring strains happen when any of your hamstrings muscles or its tendons are either stretched beyond the point they can withstand, or torn when substantial stretching of the muscle occurs. Hamstring strains are fairly common in sports activities requiring the athlete to forcefully run or jump. A hamstring strain is also called a…
Read MoreWhy Detox?
Why Detox? Our Naturopathic Detox Programs Detoxification is a natural process whereby toxins from our environments and diets are transformed into less harmful substances for excretion. In reducing the burden on the body’s detoxification system and supporting the key detox organs’ capacities, a professional detox program addresses dietary and lifestyle factors in order to promote…
Read MoreSelecting the Right Mattress
A Buyers’ Guide to Mattresses – by Dr Ray Power (Principal Osteopath) As featured in The West Australian’s ‘Habitat’ pull-out, Friday 21 August 2015. Along with good nutrition and exercise, sleep is now recognised as an important contributor to good health. Lack of sleep and poor quality sleep contribute to depression, poor concentration, high…
Read MoreAugust Health Article | Tradesmen’s Health
Tradesmen’s Health Tradies have among the highest number of injuries, musculoskeletal conditions and other health and safety risks of any profession. Every day 10 tradies are badly injured at work. That is 3650 tradies a year on workers compensation. Nearly a quarter of all roofers, labourers and plumbers experience back pain, muscle stress and strain…
Read MoreApril Health Article | Groin Strain
Groin Strain A groin strain is a relatively common condition characterized by tearing of some of the groin muscles. The muscles at the inner aspect of your thigh are known as the adductor muscles (groin). These muscles originate from the pelvis and insert into the inner aspect of the thigh and lower leg bones. The…
Read MoreMarch Health Article | Osteopathy & Arthritis
Osteopathy & Arthritis Years ago, arthritis was considered an inherent part of the aging process, and a signal to a patient that it’s time to slow down; but not anymore. Recent research and clinical findings show that there is much more to life for arthritis patients than the traditional recommendations of bed rest and drug…
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