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The entire team at Myotherapy and Allied Health Geelong, recently completed a refresher course on joint mobilisations — reinforcing our commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-informed

A Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) assessment provides a comprehensive analysis of your golf swing mechanics, with an emphasis on body movement, rotation, and stability throughout

You don’t need to “shoulder” the burden of shoulder pain alone, we’ve got some exercises that will help with your rehabilitation. Make sure you take

National Safe Work Month kicked off in October, aiming to shine a light on Work Health and Safety (WHS) in Australia. It’s not just about

Breastfeeding is a beautiful and essential part of motherhood, but it can also lead to discomfort, especially in the neck and upper back. Your Myotherapist

What is Anatomy Trains Structural Integration (ATSI)? ATSI is a method of bringing the locomotor and sensory systems of a human being to a new

Okay, if this headline caught your eyes, you’ve likely experienced some form of pain or discomfort during your workday. AND… you are probably wondering if

‘So what’s the difference between Myo, Osteo and Physio?’ This is the age-old question we get asked 100 times a day. Whilst Myo is still

Are you having issues with your knees? We have put together some simple tips to help. Please use in conjunction with recommendations from your Practitioner.

  The use of myofunctional exercises may be used to ease pain and improve the function of the jaw and facial muscles. We have put

For most of us, it has been an awfully long two months in self-isolation. At least we think so at Myotherapy & Allied Health, which

Yes, dad jokes are a great way to get through some of these tough times and I know you all had a giggle at that

Given the correct exercise prescription we can get you from acute back pain to functionally fit. These exercises should be performed under the guidance of

“Engage your core” … how many times have you heard that? So much that it has probably become lost in translation. Do you ever feel

We are lucky enough to have our very own Ergonomic Consultant working from MAHG. We have drawn on his expertise and now you can benefit

Lower back and sciatic leg pain are symptoms that I see every week. When the pain is arising from discs in the lower back, as

Admin superstars this one is for you! We have put together a series of stretches for you to complete during the day at your desk

There are those of us who embrace the crispy chill in the air, those who find the smell of rain refreshing, those who find the

The cold nights are upon us, and with that comes feelings of angst for arthritis sufferers. For over two million people living in Australia with

The powerful benefits of including Turmeric into your health regime are undeniable.  It is a noted strong antioxidant and powerful anti-inflammatory to the whole body,

I consulted a patient, let’s call her Mary, who had not been able to open her mouth more than 20mm (that’s about a finger width)

We have created an injury prevention warm up for local sporting clubs and coaches based on FIFA, and current research into injury prevention. Our aim

Footy is well underway and I’m excited! With Geelong not only joining the AFLW this season, but leading their category, there is a lot of

Walking is one of the easiest and most accessible intervention (remedy) for lower back pain that I prescribe to my patients on a daily basis.

Tom McLeod demonstrates a great exercise for your shoulders. This can be done using a towel at home. Don’t be fooled by how easy Tom

A Glute bridge is a great way to strengthen your glutes, back and hamstrings. The following videos are designed to show you how to perform

Most adults sit down for 8-10 hours each day on average. Part of this time is sitting in the car while travelling to and from

Coming up with healthy snack ideas can be challenging. These snacks are a great way to combat hunger between meals. They’re easy to make and

Tom’s new favorite neurodynamic exercise “ball floss” is great for sore shoulders and rotator cuff injuries, neck pain or nerve entrapment in the upper limb.

As we begin our descent into summer, more and more aussies make their way towards the beach. Whether you’re swimming, surfing, or paddle boarding, we

Last week marked the start of National Safe Work Month, a campaign to raise awareness about Work Health and Safety (WHS) in the Australian working

This article is a general introduction to headaches. We will discuss the two major types and what can be done about them. Years of headaches!

The actual pain that you present with is normally just the ‘visible’ part of your problem. Your movement patterns are what really need to change

Who doesn’t love a good curry? And especially on these chilly nights.  This generous recipe should make enough for a gathering of 6 and is

I have treated neck pain and headaches on a daily basis for a few decades and one of the most frequent questions I get asked

How good is a natural juice? Especially when it can help to protect you from those winter nasties. It is easy to digest and packed

Choosing the right mattress is simple when you know what you are looking for. This article is long overdue. As I consult people about their

Spikey ball demonstration Tom and Ange demonstrate in this video how to use a Spikey ball (or trigger point ball) to release your glutes. It

Tom’s going to show us how to use a posture pole – which is basically half a foam roller. It is most important to make sure your

Chase away those winter time nasties!! I love following ‘The Healthy Chef’ and this Polish inspired soup has become one of our firm family favourites.

Well I bet you thought treatment for coughing was out of the scope of Myotherapy. Think again! Coughing is a reflex. Coughing is a reflex that involves

Are you a seasoned runner or just starting out? Whether you want to improve your time, or decrease your pain while running – Grace Byrnes

Yes life has become busy! It’s so easy to slip into the habit of having the odd quick meal in front of the television, or

The lifestyle and health implications of poor posture, in particular having meals in front of the TV, can lead to the formation of other bad

With only a few weeks left of school holidays, it’s time to hit the shops and find a pair of school shoes which will keep