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UNDERSTANDING SHIN SPLINTS: CAUSES & TREATMENT?
If you've been experiencing pain around the front of your lower leg you may be suffering from shin splints. Shin splints can happen if you have recently taken up running
IS THERE A LINK BETWEEN JAW PAIN, NECK PAIN AND HEADACHES?
Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is a condition affecting the jaw joint (temporomandibular joint or TMJ) and the surrounding muscles. While many people associate TMD with jaw pain and difficulty chewing, it
WHAT IS TAPING AND HOW CAN IT HELP YOU?
If you’ve ever seen athletes with colourful strips of tape on their knees, shoulders, or backs, you’ve witnessed taping in action. But taping isn’t just for athletes—it’s a versatile technique
TENDONS V LIGAMENTS
Tendons and ligaments are essential components of the musculoskeletal system, playing a critical role in movement and joint stability. Though often mentioned together, they serve different purposes and are
OSTEOPATHY TREATMENTS FOR HEADACHES IN PAKENHAM
Headaches are a common complaint that osteopaths treat regularly, often causing people to miss work, school, or struggle with everyday tasks. Recurrent headaches can be especially frustrating, bringing on moderate
SORE KNEES? UNDERSTANDING PATELLO-FEMORAL PAIN SYNDROME
One of the most common issues we see in both new and seasoned exercisers is Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS), also known as Runner’s Knee or Jumper’s Knee. If you've ever
UNDERSTANDING CALCIFIC TENDINOPATHY AND OSTEOPATHY’S ROLE
Calcific tendinopathy is a painful condition that occurs when calcium deposits build up in the tendons, most commonly in the rotator cuff of the shoulder. While the exact cause of
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO STRETCH?
Stretching is a vital component of musculoskeletal health, helping to maintain flexibility, improve mobility, reduce muscle tension, and prevent injury. However, a common question we hear in the clinic is:
OSTEOPATHY & MENTAL WELLBEING
When we think about mental health, physical pain and tension are often overlooked as contributing factors. But as an osteopath, I’ve seen firsthand how interconnected the mind and body truly


















