FUNDAMENTAL HEALTH BLOG
Neck and back pain are common for desk workers, especially those who spend hours at a computer. This pain can limit mobility and negatively affect both work performance and overall well-being. Osteopath Jesse shares five essential tips for managing and reducing neck, shoulder, and back pain at your desk.
Excited for the Australian Open? So are we! January is the perfect time to dust off your tennis racquet and hit the court—whether for the first time or after a long break. In this blog, Osteopath, Jesse, explains common elbow injuries caused by tennis and other activities, along with tips to manage and prevent them so you can keep playing pain-free.
The holiday season is often seen as a time for family, fun, and togetherness, but for many people, Christmas can also bring about stress, anxiety, and tension. Family dynamics can become more complex during the holidays due to a variety of factors: long-standing unresolved conflicts, differing expectations, and the pressure of creating the "perfect" Christmas. However, with some thoughtful planning and self-awareness, it is possible to navigate family gatherings with greater ease and emotional balance.
Here are some practical tips from Eryn, our counsellor, for managing family dynamics and making the holiday season more enjoyable for everyone.
Liz, our pelvic health physio recently took a closer look at the recommendations coming out of the Senate Report, “Issues related to menopause and perimenopause”. Here she gives an overview of the recommendations and how she supports people on their menopause journey.
Eryn, our counsellor, has some great tips to avoid social and emotional overload and help you “jingle all the way” through Christmas and into the New Year.
Prioritising self-care over the holidays isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity for maintaining your mental, emotional, and physical health. By carving out time for yourself and setting healthy boundaries, you can navigate the season with more peace and joy.
Life is an unpredictable journey filled with challenges that can arise unexpectedly—be it personal, professional, or emotional. Our Counsellor, Eryn shares some helpful strategies to help you manage life’s ups and downs.
In today’s fast-paced world, many people face a myriad of challenges, from personal struggles to relationship issues and career stress. While seeking help may initially seem daunting, the benefits of counselling are numerous and profound, leading to enhanced emotional well-being, self-awareness, and personal growth.
There are many different types of headaches with tension-type, cervicogenic (originating for the upper neck) and migraine being among the most common. Our Osteopath Alyssa explains the different types, as well as common treatment options.
Most people will suffer from headaches at some stage in their lives, but did you know that nearly 5 million Australians suffer from migraines and over 70% of these sufferers are woman. Acupuncture has been shown in numerous studies to reduce both the frequency and severity of headaches and migraines, of varying underlying causes.
1 in 3 people in Canberra suffer from Hay Fever. Dr Margie Virgo explains how Acupuncture can be helpful to manage and resolve your symptoms.
Menopause can be a daunting and challenging life change for many women. Acupuncture can be used to support, strengthen and balance the changes that occur during Menopause. Dr Margie Virgo explains.
Dr Margie Virgo, our Acupuncturist and Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine explains the benefits of Acupuncture when treating chronic back and SIJ pain.
