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Many people come to see us after they have suffered an injury, and we are happy to help them; but many of these injuries could have been prevented if they had come before they had the injury. A great part of the Osteopathic treatment protocol has to do with injury...

Sciatica is caused by pressure on the sciatic nerve - a very large nerve that originates from the lower lumbar spine and travels through the buttock into the leg as far as the back of the knee and to the foot Sciatica is characterized by pain, numbness, and weakness...

The importance of good posture cannot be stressed enough in modern times. It extends far beyond our outward appearance and aesthetics. Your posture is an indication of muscle balance and mechanical efficiency. Our Osteopaths at Melbourne Osteopathic Clinic often see...

What is exercise and what does it mean? Exercise is anything that gets you moving and active. It includes formal exercise such as a gym class, lifting weights or going for a jog. Exercise also occurs in everyday activities (known as incidental exercise) such as...

If you suffer from persistent or recurring headaches, the experienced Osteopaths at Melbourne Osteopathic Clinic can show you how it may be that your neck is the culprit (and you may not even have pain!) This cause of headache has been commonly overlooked which has...

Lifting injuries are a common cause of back pain. You can protect yourself against damage with good lifting habits, both at home and in the workplace. How Lifting Can Injure Your Spine When you lift, your spine is put under stress. Twisting or jerking while lifting...

What is Arthritis ? Arthritis is a major cause of disability and handicap in Australia affecting people of all ages and walks of life. Arthritis is not a single condition. There are over 150 kinds of arthritis, all of which affect one or more joints in the body. The...