Have you recently suffered an injury or undergone surgery that has left you needing rehabilitation? Do you need help to safely and effectively regain your strength and mobility? Look no further than exercise rehab with your osteopath. Recovering from an injury or surgery can be a long and challenging process. Many individuals are eager to…
Are you struggling with arthritis pain and looking for a solution that doesn’t involve medication or surgery? Physiotherapy may be the answer you’ve been searching for. Arthritis is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It causes joint pain, stiffness, and inflammation, making everyday tasks difficult and uncomfortable. While medications and surgical options…
After a rigorous workout at the gym, it’s common to experience muscle soreness that may make it challenging to move around with ease. This discomfort is normal and typically subsides within a few days. Although rest and ice can provide some relief, if the pain persists or worsens, it’s advisable to seek the assistance of…
Disc injuries can be debilitating and affect your daily activities. Have you tried different treatments but still struggle with pain and discomfort? Osteopathy may be the answer you’ve been looking for. Disc injuries occur when a spinal disc’s soft, gel-like centre pushes through a weak spot in the outer layer, putting pressure on nearby nerves….
Do you suffer from back pain that won’t go away? Have you tried everything from painkillers to massages, yet nothing seems to work? Perhaps it’s time to consider osteopathy. Back pain is a common problem that affects millions of people worldwide. Various factors, including poor posture, muscle strain or injury, can cause it. While painkillers…
Do you ever feel guilty if you don’t exercise? Or feel bad about yourself if you only fit in a 3km walk today? Or feel like you dont look “fit enough” to go to the gym. Or feel like if you eat a burger, you’r going to have to work it off? You’re probably not…
Stress is something most people experience in their life, but did you know a stress response is a normal reaction for a human body? Stress is a physiological change in the body linked to the sympathetic nervous system, otherwise known as the “fight, flight or fright” response, so if you were to be chased by…
Making change isn’t as easy as it sounds. It usually starts with a thought, but actioning that thought can sometimes be harder than it sounds. You may recognise that the change would be good for you, but you’re not sure how to make it happen or even where to start. Whatever it is you want…
As metro Melbourne heads into an extended two weeks of Stage Four lockdown, it’s very easy to get caught up in a downward spiral of low motivation and despair. The vibe this week has been one of frustration, we at Alpha Sports Medicine feel this too. It’s easy to say just look at the positives,…
If you’re an adult in Australia, chances are you’ve experienced a headache. Maybe you’ve been working longer hours hunched at your kitchen bench? Maybe you’ve been stressed out while home schooling your kids? Or perhaps you’ve found yourself spending more time watching Netflix slouched on the couch? Whatever the reason, if you’ve experienced a headache…
As we begin to venture out of isolation and back into society, there is an air of excitement about the return of the things we love! Sport being one of them. How good is it to be back on the pitch, back on the court, back in the water with your team mates! Likelihood is…
Physio or Osteo, what’s the difference? It’s a common question we hear floating around in our clinic. To put it simply, the difference between Physio and Osteo isn’t much at all. With our team at Alpha Sports Medicine & Osteopathy recently welcoming a Physiotherapist, now the question is, who should you choose to help you…
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