Scoliosis is a sideways bending of the spine. Normally when you look at a person’s spine it runs in a straight line. If you look at a Scoliotic spine bends to the side in either a ‘C’ or an ‘S’ shape. Types of Scoliosis There are 3 types: Idiopathic: This
W-sitting is when your child sits on their bottom with their knees bent, so their legs are splayed out on either side of their body, which looks like a “W” from above. When your child sits in this way, their base of support is wider and their centre of gravity
Tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is a common condition that affects many Australians, particularly those who engage in repetitive arm and wrist activities. Despite its name, you don’t need to play tennis to develop this condition. This blog post will provide an overview of tennis elbow, its symptoms,
As we age, maintaining an active lifestyle becomes more critical than ever. The physical and mental health benefits of exercise are undeniable, especially as we navigate the changes that come with getting older. At HealthLinks Gippsland, we believe that staying active is key to healthy ageing. The Importance of
Pelvic Health Osteopathy is a holistic patient-centred approach to assessment and management of pelvic floor conditions This includes pelvic pain, urinary incontinence, prolapse, pregnancy-related conditions, endometriosis and more. It involves a thorough history taking and both external and internal examination, development of management/treatment plan and treatment including manual therapy, education
Last week was National Pain Week and as such we wanted to discuss three of the most helpful tools to help manage pain at home. Here are three items that osteopaths in our clinic commonly recommend for use in the home, which are easy to store, affordable, and can be
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