Osteopathy is a holistic approach to the body that considers the interconnectedness of the body's muscles, joints and systems. Typically adults are the ones getting treated, but at Ascot Vale Osteopathy, we treat children f...
read moreBreathing is one of the most basic and fundamental functions of the human body, yet, a lot of us seem to do it all wrong. We don’t seem to worry about our breathing at all, until our breathing becomes abnormal. What we don’t understand is how importan...
read moreThe knee joint is the largest joint in the human body and is also quite a complex one, as it is actually made up of 2 joints. There are 3 bones that form these two joints. They are the femur (thigh bone), tibia (shin bone) and the patella (knee cap). The ...
read morePsoas is a strong and powerful muscle, yet often overlooked, and tt can be responsible for a host of ailments. The Psoas muscle originates from the T12 and Lumbar spinal segments, where it blends in with fibers of the diaphragm (your primary breathing ...
read moreChronic pain syndrome is a complex multifactorial disease that affects 1 in 5 Australians over the age of 45. It is the third largest disease burden (surpassed by cancer and cardiovascular disease), and costs approximately ...
read moreWhat is your core? Your core is a group of muscles that sit in your torso. They stabilise and control the pelvis and spine. When most people think of their core, they envision a chiseled 6-8 pack. Unfortunately, the core goes ...
read moreIn recent years, cardiovascular diseases have become a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Among the numerous factors contributing to these conditions, LDL cholesterol has gained significant attention. LDL, or ...
read moreThe body’s aim is to remain balanced. The official term for this is allostasis: the ability we have to maintain stability through an ever changing environment. It is not just the external environment we need to ...
read moreHave you ever wondered why your osteopath asks you to walk back and forth while carefully observing your every step? We promise it’s not just for entertainment purposes or to make you feel self-conscious. Gait analysis is...
read moreThe importance of keeping physically active!
One too many times I’ve heard, both in my professional and personal life, the age-old story “I used t... read more
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