ATTENTION ALL NEW MUMS! Some helpful tips!
May!!! We agree…. How is it May already? Well, May allows us to celebrate those very special people in our lives - our Mums. Being a parent can be very challenging at the best of times. And especially for the
Low Back Pain! What causes back pain and what can you do about it?
Why do Osteopaths commonly treat low back pain? As Osteopaths, the general public mostly assume that we only treat back pain. The truth is that low back pain is something that we commonly see and treat because LOTS of people get
Neck Pain – A common cause and how Osteopathy can help
DO OSTEOPATHS TREAT NECK PAIN? The short answer is yes, we may be able to assist you with your stiff, sore neck. One of the most common conditions we see at Holistic Bodyworks in South Oakleigh is a postural strain that
Pec Stretch – Osteopath Dr. Jacqueline Roy discusses the Pectorals muscles
Getting back into a regular routine after the Summer holidays is always hard, especially sitting at a desk for 8 hours after a period of rest! So we thought we'd do a blog on the pec muscles and and a
Text Neck – What is it and how can the Osteopaths at Holistic Bodyworks help?
At Holistic Bodyworks, a common condition we see is Text Neck, a postural strain of the neck muscles linked to
The Plank – What is it and how do you do it correctly?
What is the Plank? The Plank is a great core exercise that can progress from beginners through to experts. Your 'core' is not just about aiming for the six-pack, it’s everything from your Transverse Abdominals, Diaphragm, Pelvic Floor and Multifidus (stabilising
Thoracic Towel Stretch
Thoracic Towel Stretch Following on from our blog on the Thoracic Spine, here is a great stretch that everyone from desk workers to gym goers to mechanics should be doing - the Thoracic Towel Stretch! Mobility and flexibility through the spine is