Statistics show that on average men will have a life expectancy of 4.4yrs less than females. Not only this, but on average males take their own lives at a rate four times greater than that of females. This represents approximately 75% of suicides each year. All of these figures are quite startling and an area that deserves greater awareness.
Here at Eureka Osteo/OASIS we are passionate about improving not only the health of males, but everyone in our community.
Read MoreSo, you can see why we are so passionate about falls prevention! There has been extensive research demonstrating that many falls among older people can be prevented. Many of us assume that a decline in balance or strength, or getting a bit clumsy on our feet is a natural part of ageing. This does not have to be the case and here at EO we are aiming to assess as many over 65’s as possible in order to guide them on how to decrease their risk of having a fall.
Read MoreSadly, when most people think of cardio exercise they picture someone running on a treadmill, drenched in sweat, profusely huffing and puffing. And while yes, that is one way to improve your cardiovascular health, it’s not the only way. So if running isn’t your cup of tea, the great news is that there are many other forms of exercise you can engage in that will also help improve the health of your heart and lungs!
Read MorePainful nipples in the early days of breastfeeding are extremely common. Having your latch assessed by an IBCLC and learning lots about breastfeeding positions and strategies will generally help this. Sometimes it is just your nipples getting used to an unaccustomed task - a newborn feeding for long periods! Whatever the cause, healing any nipple damage as fast as possible should definitely be a priority. We’re really proud to be the only Ballarat stockist of this magical little helper that is giving many women relief and helping their nipples to heal quickly!
Read MoreFor some it’s been a couple of weeks since you’ve been in a regular exercise routine, for others it might have been two years. Regardless of whether it’s been a short break while the kids are on holidays or you just haven’t been able to get into a routine with the constant interruptions of covid lockdowns, it’s important to be smart when getting back into exercise.
Below are some tips and tricks from our Exercise Physiologist Abby which we hope may help.
Read MoreJust like any other type of consultation at Eureka Osteo, a paediatric osteopathy appointment will include a medical history, history of the presenting complaint, a thorough physical assessment and treatment.
In comparison to when we treat adults, the medical history of a baby is essentially their mum’s pregnancy, their birth and their short life so far. We are often quite interested in their birth as sometimes it can give clues as to why a baby might be presenting with a certain symptom or discomfort.
Treatment of newborns might include hands on techniques that help to massage their small muscles or decrease any tension. We might use some movement based therapy just like we would with you, where we move joints through their range of motion. Sometimes we use some very gentle techniques aiming to help ease tension in a particular part of their body. We will often provide advice regarding positioning to complement what we have done in the treatment and maybe some home exercises for you to do with your baby as well.
Read MoreExercise and breast cancer - the benefits of exercise, why you should exercise and how much to do. Our exercise physiologist Abby Byrne explains all the facts
Read MoreAs you get older, you may notice a number of different changes to your body including reductions in vision, loss of strength, increased joint stiffness and feeling unsteady on your feet. The natural ageing process can place older adults (above 65 years) at an increased risk of injury, joint pain and sustaining a fall. Falls are the leading cause of injury-related death and hospitalisation for this age group, which can result in disability, activity reduction, a loss of confidence and fear of falling. All of these can reduce your quality of life and independence. The good news is that exercise can help to prevent falls, maintain muscle mass and improve bone health.
Read MoreBack pain, hip pain and pelvic pain are all common symptoms in pregnancy but that doesn't mean that we can't fix them! Read on for Megan's tips on reducing pain during pregnancy
Read MoreSuddenly hurt your back? Someone told you you’ve slipped a disc? Maybe you Dr Googled it and found a ton of information that has you really worried - some of the pictures might rightly freak you out!
Read MoreIs my headache coming from my neck? Quite possibly!
Headaches have many causes and some of them are very serious so in return for your question about your headache, you will need to answer a bunch of questions before I can give you a better answer than possibly. The good news is though, that the vast majority of headaches aren’t serious, many are associated with neck pain and stiffness, and can often be helped with treatment, exercise and education.
Read MoreWhen treating and working with sprint athletes (in fact all athletes), two common questions arise; “What is the injury?” and “How can I rehab it?”. My aim as an osteopath and passionate sprinter is to answer these questions while helping you to understand & manage your workload throughout the season. Your goal for the sprinting season is to stay injury free and so managing your training load and having a small team of experts around you who can guide you can are vital ingredients to keep you on the track and running at your best.
Read MoreRead about our current clinic screening procedure and hygiene measures in response to covid-19
Read MoreHave you ever been told you have a disc bulge in your lower back? Or that your knee is so worn out it’s “bone on bone”? Perhaps you have been told there is nerve damage in your neck and you will always have neck pain from now on?
Read MoreIf you are undergoing treatment for cancer, it would be completely understandable if exercise isn’t currently your top priority. Reasons might include lack of energy, nausea, lack of time due to treatment, lack of motivation, and fear that it may be harmful. Perhaps you would be surprised to know that research has shown that exercise can counteract some of the negative side effects commonly associated with radiotherapy and chemotherapy treatment.
Read MoreHere at Eureka Osteo we are all about educating and empowering out patients. We encourage you to learn in whatever form suits you best - it might be via asking questions while getting a treatment, or it might be reading a book at home. Pregnancy can be an overwhelming time involving lots of changes and challenges, we hope that the more informed you are, the better you feel about any decisions that you may have to make.
Read MoreOsteo, Victorian State BMX coach and elite BMX athlete James Lautier knows what it takes to get all stretchy and mobile prior to competition. Here he walks you through the basics of what type of stretching is most suitable to your chosen physical activity.
Read MoreBoth Exercise Physiologists (EPs) and personal trainers (PTs) have a common goal of getting people active and helping them achieve their goals. The primary difference is the qualifications and the scope of practice of each profession.
Read MoreMore often than not, when we have chronic pain we don’t want to move. There is this fear of movement and the perception that pain means further damage. However, it is important to remember pain does not necessarily equal injury and not moving can actually be detrimental to your health and worsen your pain overtime.
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