Manual therapy techniques have long been a subject of debate.

Misconceptions around how some of these manual therapies work and what they are doing in the body have led to unnecessary concern by some people.

Here we investigate the scientific foundation of spinal manipulation and breakdown how these manual treatments are performed.

Understand the intricacies of intervertebral disc injuries (such as disc herniations) as we explore when they occur, the mechanisms at play and how they manifest in pain.

Stretching is a fundamental component of any physical activity or exercise regimen. It involves the deliberate lengthening of individual muscles or muscle groups, with the goal of enhancing flexibility and elasticity.

As summer approaches on the stunning Gold Coast, many of us are eager to shed those winter layers and get into shape for the beach season. Whether you're aiming to improve your fitness, work on your aesthetics or just enjoy the sunshine more, it's essential to approach your fitness goals safely.

Posture is the way we position (or align) our body, intentionally or habitually, throughout the day. These situations may be static - such as when we are sitting or standing, or dynamic - when we are moving (walking, bending, squatting, etc.) It’s best to think of posture as something that is constantly changing, rather than a fixed ‘correct’ state (or alignment) in which we should position ourselves.

“Wait, I’m not meant to ice?” This has been people’s response lately when I tell them not to bother icing soft-tissue injuries suffered on the sporting field.

Have you ever woken up in the morning to find that the first few steps you take out of bed cause excruciating pain underneath your heel? The most common cause of pain at this site is a condition traditionally known as plantar fasciitis, which we now refer to as plantar fasciopathy.

Headaches arising from the neck are cervicogenic headaches. They are categorised as a secondary headache in that the pain experienced is a symptom of another disorder, in this case a disorder or lesion of the upper cervical spine (neck).

In July 2022, we were involved in the U16’s Australian Basketball Championships as the osteopath for the Queensland teams.

What do you think of when you hear the word pain? An unpleasant sensory or emotional experience associated with actual or potential tissue damage.

One of the most common questions I’m asked during a consult is ‘how does dry needling work?’

Stress fractures are a common overuse injury that many people suffer from. Here’s how they are treated.