Health Tips - Osteopathy on Canterbury
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Neck pain is a very common symptom in both genders of all age groups. The main cause of neck pain is disorder of the cervical spine, which usually manifests as neck pain, but can also refer pain to the head … Continue reading         |
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Lower back pain is one of the most common complaints that Osteopaths treat. Interestingly, nine out of ten people suffer from back pain at some stage of their life that incapacitates them for one week or more! Common causes of … Continue reading  |
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Headaches are the most common medical complaint worldwide. In Australia, approximately 70% of the population suffer from headaches! The most common cause of headache: The most common cause of headache originates from muscle tension or joint strain in the neck … Continue reading  |
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Pregnancy places numerous stresses and strains on the body. Osteopathic treatment is an extremely safe, gentle and effective method of helping the body to adjust to these changes. An Osteopath’s initial concern is for the safety of the mother and … Continue reading  |
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What is Sciatica? Sciatica is pain in the lower extremity resulting from irritation and pressure of the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in the body and begins from nerve roots in the lumbar spinal cord in … Continue reading  |
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What is good posture? Posture is the position in which you hold your body upright against gravity while standing, sitting or lying down. Good posture involves training your body to stand, walk, sit and lie in positions where the least … Continue reading  |
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Even if your diet is well-balanced and nutritious, the effects of modern living can deplete essential vitamin and mineral reserves. So, in order to avoid this, the Osteopathic team at Osteopathy on Canterbury & Complementary Therapies highly recommend the very … Continue reading  |
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Correct ergonomic set up for your workstation is a vitally important part of maintaining a health spine and working lifestyle. When thinking of ergonomics, please remember that one size does NOT fit all and a product is only ergonomically correct … Continue reading  |
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At Osteopathy on Canterbury & Complementary Therapies, we aim to achieve the highest quality treatment outcomes for you. In order that you achieve the most from your treatment, we recommend that you follow these simple guidelines: Try to rest for … Continue reading  |