Did you know headache is one of the most common health-related conditions in Australia?

Headache is best defined as a pain arising from the head or upper neck of the body. Headache pain may be a dull ache, sharp, throbbing, constant, mild, or intense.

How is osteopathy is a holistic treatment for back pain and other joint problems?

About 80 percent of people are affected by lower back pain at some point in their lifetime. Lower back pain tends to be more common in people over the age of 35.

How does osteopathic techniques assist in improving elasticity, strength, endurance, mobility and performance?

Treatment for sports injuries involves safe, gentle and effective manual techniques, including soft tissue stretching, mobilisation, inhibition and manipulation. Treatment will minimize re-injury and allow for a quicker return to physical activity.

Arthritis

Arthritis is common condition that can affect people of all ages. Arthritis affects the muscles, bones and joints and usually involves inflammation of one or more joints.

The symptoms of arthritis are pain and swelling in the joints and surrounding tissues. This is often accompanied by stiffness and decreased movement.

Osteopaths can help arthritis sufferers by:

Working on the surrounding muscles to reduce stiffness and soreness.
Improving lymphatic drainage to reduce swelling.
Gently moving and stretching the arthritic joint to encourage better fluid movement.
Providing advice on ways to reduce inflammation.

There are 4 common forms of arthritis:

Osteoarthritis – caused by wear and tear on joints
Rheumatoid arthritis – an autoimmune disease that causes pain and inflammation in joints
Gout – caused by a build-up of uric acid in the bloodstream
Ankylosing spondylitis – inflammation of the spine and pelvis

Your osteopath may also refer you to a GP for any additional medications or treatment.