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Back Pain: Understanding your options and how Osteopathy may help
Back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek healthcare. It can affect people of all ages and activity levels — from office workers and tradespeople to parents, recreational athletes and retirees. For some people, back pain is a short-lived inconvenience. For others, it can interfere with sleep, work, exercise and everyday activities.…
Read MoreDesk Workers: The hidden cost of sitting all day
Neck tension, headaches and stiff hips? In this article, our remedial therapist Tara Jenner explains why sitting at a desk all day can take a toll on your body, and what you can do about it. Have you ever finished a day at the office feeling more exhausted than you expected, with a tight neck,…
Read MoreHi I’m Nathan
Hello Everyone! My name is Nathan Wu and I’m the new Osteopath at Rapid Recovery Clinic both in Ferntree Gully and Seville. I became an Osteopath because I wanted to make a positive change to people’s lives. One of the best aspects of being an Osteopath is that I can help people manage their pain,…
Read MoreRotator Cuff Injuries: Understanding shoulder pain and the road to recovery
Do you have shoulder pain that is limiting you in everyday life? You may have been told that your rotator cuff is the problem. But what does that actually mean? The term rotator cuff injury covers a range of different conditions, from shoulder pain and tendon irritation through to partial or full-thickness tendon tears. Understanding…
Read MoreYou don’t have to just put up with pregnancy pain
There’s a common idea in pregnancy that once your belly gets bigger, the aches, pains, pressure and discomfort are simply part of the deal. Your back hurts? You’re pregnant. Your hips are sore? You’re pregnant. Your pelvis feels like it’s being pulled in seventeen different directions and turning over in bed has somehow become an…
Read MoreIs your gym workout training the right muscles or causing you pain?
If you’re heading to the gym four, five or even six days a week, you’re probably putting a lot of effort into your training. But what happens when your hard work starts coming with lower back pain, neck pain or shoulder pain? Recently, I’ve seen a few clients who are training regularly but have started…
Read MoreIt hurts… but it feels good at the same time?
If you’ve ever had a massage or myotherapy treatment where you’ve thought: “This is going to sound weird, but it hurts… and somehow it feels good at the same time?” Not weird. Literally how I make a living. There is actually some interesting stuff happening within your nervous system that can help explain why a…
Read MoreHow Osteopathy can support your recovery after a work or transport accident
Suffering an injury at work or in a transport accident can affect much more than just the injured area. Pain, reduced movement and difficulty performing everyday activities can make it harder to work, exercise, sleep and participate in normal life. For eligible Victorians, osteopathy may form part of a broader rehabilitation program following a workplace…
Read MorePlantar Fascitis: Why your heel hurts
Stepped out of bed and felt that sharp stab in your heel? You’re far from alone. Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel and foot pain, particularly in people who spend a lot of time on their feet, walk or run regularly, or have recently changed their activity levels. While heel pain can be…
Read MoreIntroducing Dr Joel Lomas
We’re excited to welcome Dr Joel Lomas to the Rapid Recovery team at our Seville clinic. Joel is passionate about helping people recover from injury and get back to the activities they love — whether that’s sport, exercise, work or simply getting back to moving comfortably. With a background in sport and rehabilitation, Joel has…
Read MoreRib Pain — what it could mean and what you can do about it
Rib pain can be uncomfortable and sometimes a little worrying, particularly when it hurts to breathe, twist, cough or move. There are several possible causes of pain around the ribs and chest wall, including musculoskeletal conditions affecting the muscles, joints and other tissues in the area. However, not all rib or chest pain is musculoskeletal.…
Read MoreHow I work as a Remedial Therapist to relieve lower back pain
Thinking outside the box to help your lower back pain As a remedial massage therapist, I see so many clients with lower back pain. Some spend hours sitting at a desk or behind the wheel. Others work in the trades or jobs that involve lifting, bending and repetitive physical work. And sometimes, lower back pain…
Read MoreRemedial Hot Stone Massage: where therapy meets relaxation
Remedial massage is often associated with targeted work on areas of muscular tension, stiffness and discomfort. Hot stone massage, on the other hand, is known for its warmth and calming, relaxing feel. Remedial hot stone massage brings these two approaches together. By combining remedial massage techniques with heated stones, the treatment can focus on areas…
Read MoreWhat is Manual Lymphatic Drainage?
A guide to Lymphatic Massage By Natalie Gossip, Advanced Therapist If you’ve ever experienced swelling after surgery, felt heavy or puffy at the end of the day, or been diagnosed with lymphoedema or lipoedema, you’ve probably heard about Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD). This specialised treatment is a gentle, hands-on therapy designed to encourage the natural…
Read MoreJaw pain or TMJ Pain: why your jaw hurts (and what you can do about it)
If you’ve ever experienced jaw pain, you’ll know how quickly it can start affecting everyday life. Eating can become uncomfortable, talking may feel tiring, and even something as simple as yawning might trigger pain or a clicking sensation. Many people describe this as ‘TMJ’, but what they’re usually experiencing is temporomandibular disorder (TMD). TMD is…
Read MoreInternal Pelvic Release Therapy: gentle support for pelvic pain and pelvic floor dysfunction
If you’ve been living with pelvic pain, discomfort during pregnancy, pain with intimacy, or ongoing lower back or hip pain that just won’t settle, you may have been told “everything looks normal”—yet your symptoms continue. For many women, the missing piece may be the pelvic floor muscles. At Rapid Recovery, Advanced Myotherapist Haydie Peattie offers…
Read MorePregnancy Massage training strengthens clinical care at Rapid Recovery
At Rapid Recovery, ongoing professional development is an important part of providing high-quality, evidence-informed care. Last month, our Myotherapy and Remedial Massage Therapy teams participated in a hands-on workshop dedicated to pregnancy massage, pelvic girdle pain, and safe treatment techniques for expectant mothers. Led by Advanced Myotherapist Haydie Peattie, the workshop brought together practitioners from…
Read MoreHow can Dry Needling help? Benefits, what to expect & common questions
Dry needling is one of the treatments many people are curious about, but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. In this article, Dr Steph Morstead explains what dry needling is, how it works, what it may help with, what treatment feels like, and why it’s often just one part of a personalised treatment plan.…
Read MorePosture, workplace ergonomics & osteopathy
Looking after your body at work Whether you work from home, spend your day at a desk, drive for long periods or are on your feet all day, work can mean spending a lot of time in the same positions or repeating the same movements. When neck, shoulder or back discomfort appears, it’s easy to…
Read MoreSeason taking it’s toll? When should you get those footy ‘niggles’ checked?
As we head towards the pointy end of the football season, with finals just around the corner, it’s pretty rare to find a player who feels 100%. One of the most common things I hear in the clinic is: “I thought it would settle on its own.” And, to be fair, sometimes it does. But…
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