03 9857 0599
Kew Osteopathic Clinic
  • Home
  • Osteopathy
    • Osteopathic History
    • Osteopathic Principles
    • Osteopathic Treatment
    • Osteopathy and Children
    • Osteopathy and Pregnancy
    • Osteopathy and Sports Injuries
    • Osteopathy and Work Injuries
  • News
  • About Us
    • Practitioners
    • Products
  • Bookings
  • FAQ
  • Contact
  • Home
  • Osteopathy
    • Osteopathic History
    • Osteopathic Principles
    • Osteopathic Treatment
    • Osteopathy and Children
    • Osteopathy and Pregnancy
    • Osteopathy and Sports Injuries
    • Osteopathy and Work Injuries
  • News
  • About Us
    • Practitioners
    • Products
  • Bookings
  • FAQ
  • Contact

Osteopathic treatments might be beneficial for women suffering from period pain

9/5/2015

 
Osteopath Helping Woman Overcome Body Aches and Pains
Recent German studies showed that osteopathic treatment can be beneficial for women suffering from primary dysmenorrhoea. 

The studies involved 60 women aged between 14 and 33. Only those who were diagnosed with primary dysmenorrhoea by their GP participated in the study. 

Six osteopathic treatments over a period of three menstrual cycles were conducted on a group of women. At each treatment session, researchers tested dysfunctional structures and treated based on osteopathic principles. The average pain intensity (API) during menstruation decreased in the osteopathic group by 50%. 

During the research the most frequent dysfunctions and pains were observed in the area of the pelvic floor, respiratory diaphragm and lumbar spine. 

Pain is considered to be a normal symptom during periods, however excessive period pain is called dysmenorrhoea and is considered to be abnormal. 

Primary dysmenorrhoea refers to painful periods in the absence of any underlying pathology, while secondary dysmenorrhoea is painful menstruation associated with a pelvic pathology, such as endometriosis . Dysmenorrhoea is a very common problem and can occur in up to 50% of women. Several studies suggest that severe period pain is associated with absence from school or work and restricts other activities of daily life. 

A study of 1000 girls aged 16-18 years in Canberra found that 21% of the girls had severe pain with periods and 26% had missed school because of period symptoms . 

Primary dysmenorrhoea is commonly treated by simple analgesic, however pain relief may be inadequate for some women, or side effects may not be well tolerated. 

Studies suggest that between 30-50 percent of the adult population use some form of complementary medicine including osteopathic treatments – a combination of traditional methods and modern scientific philosophies. 

An osteopath will make sure that there are no restrictions in the movement within the joints of the spine and pelvis, which can lead to period pain, release any tension from the muscles of the spine, pelvic floor and pelvis, which in turn will improve the blood and nerve supply to the organs. They can also treat any muscular restriction of the uterine walls so as to help reduce cramping. 

Osteopaths can also help to prepare exercise and stretching programs, and provide advice on posture and stress management for improved general health and wellbeing


[originally posted on CNN iReports: http://ireport.cnn.com/docs/DOC-1235595]

Beware the Text Neck! 

25/11/2014

 
Increased force exerted on neck with increasing angle of curvature_Kew Osteopathic Clinic
A meagre 15 degree neck tilt can create triple the forces on your spine. 
To reduce the effect, lift up the phone/tablet to eye level - or better yet, take a break!

A new study suggests that looking down at a cell phone is the equivalent of placing a 60-pound weight on one's neck.
By Olga Khazan [original article published on SBS.com.au http://goo.gl/IfHjOV]
 
Source: The Atlantic
20 NOV 2014 - 9:00 AM 
Sixty pounds (27.2 kilograms) is roughly the weight of four adult-sized bowling balls. Or six plastic grocery bags worth of food. Or an 8-year-old.

It is also, according to a new calculation published in the journal Surgical Technology International, the amount of force exerted on the head of an adult human who is looking down at her phone.

Kenneth Hansraj, a New York back surgeon, found this figure using a computer model of a human spine. An average human head weighs about 10 to 12 pounds (4.5 to 5.4 kilograms), and tilting it down to check Facebook, send a text, or to Google the weight of an a human head increases the gravitational pull on said cranium.

"As the head tilts forward the forces seen by the neck surges to 27 pounds (12.2 kilograms) at 15 degrees, 40 pounds (18.1 kilograms) at 30 degrees, 49 pounds (22.22 kilograms) at 45 degrees and 60 pounds (27.2 kilograms) at 60 degrees," Hansraj writes in the paper.

According to Nielsen, Americans spend about an hour on their phones each day. Unless you train yourself to stare straight ahead into your iPhone screen, you could be continually stressing your spine. "These stresses," Hansraj writes, "may lead to early wear, tear, degeneration, and possibly surgeries."

Of course, physical therapists have been howling about the scourge of "Text Neck" for years. But it's certainly eyebrow-raising to learn that looking at Twitter in the supermarket checkout line is the equivalent of giving an aardvark a piggy-back ride.

Time to get Google Glass? Until, that is, scientists find that the device is crushing the nose-bridges of America.

This article was originally published on The Atlantic. Click here to view the original. © All rights reserved.

Paracetamol doesn't work for back pain: study

24/8/2014

 
Picture
Paracetamol has been found to be no more effective for back pain than a placebo, a study has found.

The findings contradict the first line recommendation of doctors for managing back pain and the packaging advice of paracetamol manufacturers.

They startled the University of Sydney researchers who undertook the study upon discovering that there had never been a large-scale trial comparing paracetamol to placebo for back pain.

Back-pain treatment guidelines universally recommend paracetamol as an analgesic.

Panadol sells a product that is dedicated to back and neck pain, containing 500g paracetamol.

"Patients often said, 'I've tried paracetamol and it doesn't seem to work'," said Chris Maher, a professor at the University of Sydney's George's Institute for Global Health.

[Original article: Sydney Morning Herald]

Welcome to Kew Osteopathic Clinic

11/10/2011

 
Paola Perin & David Parker welcome you to Kew Osteopathic Clinic.

Via the blog we will endeavor to share information with you regarding our practitioners, our services & products as well as relevant health topics and interesting information.

At KOC we believe in the human body. By this we mean that the design of nature continues to amaze us each & every day. We cannot improve on nature, even as technology moves forward in leaps & bounds, we are
still learning & re-learning theories on how the body functions. We also believe that being healthy is taking a proactive approach. That requires a  collaborative approach from you, the patient, and the medical/ health team that you have chosen to support you. That may include your GP, naturopath, osteopath, Chinese medical practitioner, trainer, masseuse, Pilates instructor, etc.  We are on your team and we know that it's not only important to treat the injury/complaint/ailment but to inform you of ways to attain or maintain your optimum health. This is our objective, simply to keep you healthy & happy.

Reception News

We have a wonderful team at KOC who all have the same objectives. We would like to welcome back Julie Meade, you'll see or speak with Julie on reception as the clinic manager. She is taking the maternity position as Justine has had a baby girl. Despite the early arrival both Justine
& Michaley are doing very well. Julie has worked with us before & is having a lovely time reaquainting herself with past patients.

Part-Time Position Available! Would you like to join our team? We have a position available for a part time receptionist. Duties include answering calls, scheduling appointments, receiving payments etc & basic computer use. Preferable if you have some MYOB knowledge. Please contact Julie if you have any questions and to send in your CV.

More new faces at KOC

Welcome too to our new Osteopaths, Catherine Allison & Yiing Chen, who joined KOC earlier this year. And our newest Osteopath, Jessica Weatherall, who has returned to Australia after working abroad. She has a great wealth of knowledge & skills to share.

Spring is in the air...

Heading into Spring and warmer weather, this is the time for new beginnings. Often this inspires us to start some exercise & healthier living. So remember when embarking on a new fitness routine after a long break to start gently, take time to stretch before & after exercise & drink water to keep hydrated. If you do experience any aches & pains, get advice if unsure on what to do & address them sooner rather than later. Don't let them impede your progress. We want to keep you moving!

Articles of interest

We thought you might be interested in this recent article published in the AHM (health insurance) members magazine regarding osteopathy.

Check out our new Facebook page!

Picture
www.facebook.com/KewOsteopathic

    Our Blog

    At Kew Osteopathic Clinic we post regular updates with useful Health information, exercise tips, opinions etc.

    You can subscribe to receive these updates below.

    RSS Feed

    Get Our Newsletter!




    Archives

    May 2020
    April 2020
    March 2020
    April 2018
    February 2017
    January 2017
    July 2016
    April 2016
    November 2015
    July 2015
    June 2015
    May 2015
    March 2015
    November 2014
    September 2014
    August 2014
    March 2014
    December 2013
    May 2013
    October 2011

    Categories

    All
    Bulletins
    Health Tips
    Opinions
    Research

    Comment Policy

    We love to hear from our visitors! However, please be courteous and respectful in your comments. Keep in mind the comments section is for general discussions only; if you have a specific question or require a response urgently, call us or contact us directly via the contact form or email address.

    All comments must be approved before appearing on this site.

Quality care since 1994. Visit us soon!

Osteopathic Clinic with a special interest on infant musculoskeltal health issues(including newborns), back, neck, and joint pain.
We may also help in the treatment of  symptoms associated with muscolskeletal strains and sprains, sports injuries

Address

727 High Street, Kew East 3102
Australia
Book Now

Opening Hours

Monday          8.30am - 5.30pm
Tuesday          8.30am - 6.00pm
Wednesday    8.30am - 7.00pm
Thursday        8.30am - 7.00pm
Friday              8.30am - 6.00pm
Saturday         9.00am - 6.00pm
Sunday           Closed

Telephone

03 9857 0599

Email

[email protected]

Payment Methods

Payment methods: credit card, cash, HICAPS, Medicare.
TAC Logo
DVA Logo
Logo_WorkSafe Victoria

Locations Served

Kew East, Kew, Hawthorn, Camberwell, North Balwyn, Balwyn, Bulleen, Doncaster, Doncaster East, Ivanhoe, East Ivanhoe, Lower Templestowe, Fairfield, Northcote, Richmond, Hawthorn East, Thornbury, Box Hill North, Canterbury, Surrey Hills, Alphington
​All Osteopaths at the Kew Osteopathic Clinic are members of Osteopathy Australia
Membership logo: Australian Osteopathic Association
Our Privacy Policy
Website by 3 Things Digital