Hills Osteopaths

Hills Osteopaths Hills Osteopaths :
Your family-friendly local osteopath in Castle Hill.

Osteopathy is a system of diagnosis and treatment based on the principle that the structure and function of the body are interrelated and therefore rely on each other for optimal health. By taking a full case history and thoroughly examining a patient, the osteopath first seeks to establish the exact source of the patients problem. Treatment is then aimed at reducing pain and other symptoms, restoring function and removing any bio-mechanical imbalances which prevent healing.

For chronic migraine sufferers, it’s never 'just a headache.' It’s the pounding behind your eyes, the flashing lights, a...
02/02/2026

For chronic migraine sufferers, it’s never 'just a headache.' It’s the pounding behind your eyes, the flashing lights, and the crushing realisation that another family dinner or a Saturday morning at the Castle Hill markets is going to be missed.

Take Emily’s story. Like many of our local patients, Emily was trapped. Her migraines were so severe she was using her annual leave just to recover in the dark. She felt she’d tried everything, but the cycle wouldn't break.

The missing piece? The mechanical trigger. During our detailed assessment at our Castle Hill clinic, we found that Emily’s pain wasn't just 'in her head' - It was rooted in severe, long-standing tension in her upper back and neck that was restricting nerve and blood flow.

The result: Through targeted cervical manipulation and soft tissue work, Emily saw a drastic reduction in both the frequency and intensity of her attacks. Today, she isn't just managing, she’s finally planning her weekends again.

❌ The Misconception: "Migraines can only be managed with medication."
✅ The Reality: Medication treats the symptoms, but it can’t fix a mechanical misalignment.

If you’re tired of the cycle and want to investigate the musculoskeletal cause behind your pain, we’re here to help.

👉 Book your assessment today with Hills Osteopaths
📞 Tel: 02 9659 0515
💻 Website: https://www.hillsosteopath.com/
📍 Find us in Castle Hill! :
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We’ve all seen the headlines: the 90-year-old marathon runners and the CEOs who never slow down. But for most of us in t...
02/02/2026

We’ve all seen the headlines: the 90-year-old marathon runners and the CEOs who never slow down. But for most of us in the Hills District, the reality of "growing older" is a bit more nuanced. It’s a mix of joys, and the frustration of a body that doesn't always move like it used to.

At Hills Osteopaths, we believe it’s time to rethink 'Aging Well.'

It isn't about outrunning your limitations or ignoring that nagging hip or back pain. It’s about adjustment with dignity. As psychologists and health experts recently highlighted, "successful aging" isn't the absence of decline - it’s staying active, independent, and engaged on your own terms.

Whether you’ve had to swap the competitive outfield for a social game of bowls, or you’re noticing your balance isn't what it was during your morning walk at Castle Hill Heritage Park, we are here to help you bridge the gap.

How we support your 'New Standard' of health:
✅ Mobility Support: Adjusting your biomechanics so you can stay in the game longer.
✅ Pain Management: Addressing the "wear and tear" to keep you independent.
✅ Choice & Autonomy: Helping you maintain the physical freedom to choose your activities, not have your pain choose them for you.

Let’s keep you moving forward, together 👉 Book your assessment today with Hills Osteopaths :

📞 Tel: 02 9659 0515
💻 Website: https://www.hillsosteopath.com/
📍 Find us in Castle Hill! :
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Between heavy school bags, hours at a desk, and the inevitable 'tablet tilt,' our kids’ bodies are under more pressure t...
26/01/2026

Between heavy school bags, hours at a desk, and the inevitable 'tablet tilt,' our kids’ bodies are under more pressure than ever before. If you’ve noticed your child slouching, complaining of "growing pains," or feeling stiff after Saturday sports, you aren't alone.

At Hills Osteopaths, we specialise in helping Castle Hill’s youngest students navigate these pivotal growth spurts.

Here is how we help our local school-age legends stay at their best:

🔹 The Backpack Burden: We release tension in rounded shoulders and necks caused by those oversized school bags, plus we’ll show you how to fit their straps properly!
🔹 Defeating 'Tech Neck': Too much screen time for homework (or Roblox!) strains the cervical spine. We use light, non-invasive techniques to restore mobility.
🔹 Soothing Growing Pains: Growth spurts can be uncomfortable. We work to balance the tension between lengthening bones and tight muscles to help everyone get a better night's sleep.
😴 🔹 Sports & Coordination: From soccer at Fred Caterson Reserve to local dance classes, we ensure their joints are moving correctly to prevent injury and boost coordination.

Our approach is exceptionally gentle, focusing on the whole child—not just the symptoms. Let's make sure their foundation is strong as they grow!

📍 Hills Osteopaths | Your partner in wellness.
📞 Tel: 02 9659 0515
💻 Website: https://www.hillsosteopath.com/
📍 Find us in Castle Hill! :
https://maps.app.goo.gl/xLvT4rddkqSRwCmS6
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Is your family’s health in balance? 🌿✨ From a newborn’s first weeks to the demands of school-age growth and the physical...
26/01/2026

Is your family’s health in balance? 🌿✨ From a newborn’s first weeks to the demands of school-age growth and the physical toll of adult life - your body tells a story. At Hills Osteopaths, we’re here to make sure it’s a story of comfort, mobility, and vitality.

We don’t just treat symptoms; we support the person. Whether it’s helping a restless baby find comfort, correcting 'tech neck' in your 10-year-old, or getting you back on the field after an injury, our gentle, evidence-based care is designed for every age and every stage.

Why the Hills District trusts us:
✅ Paediatric Experts: Gentle support for babies (reflux, colic, birth strain).
✅ School-Age Support: Posture, growing pains, and sports injury recovery.
✅ Total Family Wellness: Expert care for parents and seniors to keep you moving freely.

Located right here in Castle Hill (2154), Dr. Julian Howard is dedicated to restoring your family’s natural balance with precision and heart.

Don’t just live with discomfort. Let’s build a stronger, healthier foundation together.

📍 Hills Osteopaths | Your partner in wellness.
📞 Tel: 02 9659 0515
💻 Website: https://www.hillsosteopath.com/
📍 Find us in Castle Hill! :
https://maps.app.goo.gl/xLvT4rddkqSRwCmS6
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As a carer or partner, you spend your life carrying the emotional and physical weight of others. But far too often, your...
12/01/2026

As a carer or partner, you spend your life carrying the emotional and physical weight of others. But far too often, your own chronic discomfort gets ignored until you hit a breaking point.

Meet Maria from Glenhaven. In her 50s and caring for her elderly mother, the repetitive lifting and constant stress eventually led to debilitating lower back pain. It got so bad that even tying her shoelaces felt impossible. Like many carers, she felt "guilty" for taking time for herself.

The Turning Point: At Hills Osteopaths, we worked with Maria using gentle treatment to:

⚙️Strengthen her core.
⚙️Provide biomechanical advice for safe lifting.
⚙️Restore her mobility.

Today, Maria feels physically capable and—more importantly—understood. By prioritizing her own health, she can continue giving her best to her mother without the shadow of pain.

The Truth: Chronic pain is NOT your "new normal." You cannot pour from an empty cup. ☕

Let us help unburden your backbone so you can continue your essential work.

📍 Hills Osteopaths | Your partner in wellness.
📞 Tel: 02 9659 0515
💻 Website: https://www.hillsosteopath.com/
📍 Find us in Castle Hill! :
https://maps.app.goo.gl/xLvT4rddkqSRwCmS6
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Ever since the vital "Back to Sleep" campaign launched in 1992, SIDS cases have dropped by a massive 40%. However, this ...
12/01/2026

Ever since the vital "Back to Sleep" campaign launched in 1992, SIDS cases have dropped by a massive 40%. However, this has led to a 600% increase in positional plagiocephaly (flat head syndrome). 📉📈

If you’ve noticed a flat spot on your little one’s head, you aren’t alone. In fact, research shows that plagiocephaly is now the #1 reason parents seek osteopathic care for their babies—even more common than colic and reflux combined!

Why Choose Hills Osteopaths?
Our very own Julian has been supporting families and treating infants since his specialist training at the Osteopathic Centre for Children in London back in 2006.

To ensure our patients receive the most advanced care possible, Julian recently travelled to Melbourne for an intensive "Treating Plagiocephaly" masterclass led by world-renowned Italian paediatric osteopath, Louisa Miraglia. 🇮🇹🇦🇺

Evidence-Backed Care 📚
We believe in results supported by science. Recent studies in 2023 and 2024 have further confirmed the efficacy of Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment for infants with plagiocephaly. We combine decades of hands-on experience with the latest evidence-based techniques to support your baby’s health and development.
Is it time for a check-up? Early intervention is key for the best results.

Let Julian and the team help guide your baby’s path to a healthy start.
📍 Hills Osteopaths | Your partner in wellness.
📞 Tel: 02 9659 0515
💻 Website: https://www.hillsosteopath.com/
📍 Find us in Castle Hill! :
https://maps.app.goo.gl/xLvT4rddkqSRwCmS6
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Sometimes, the smallest conversation can make the biggest difference. 🧡Have you noticed a friend, colleague, or loved on...
12/01/2026

Sometimes, the smallest conversation can make the biggest difference. 🧡

Have you noticed a friend, colleague, or loved one in Castle Hill acting a little differently lately? Maybe they seem more agitated than usual, or perhaps they’ve become unusually quiet and withdrawn.

At Hills Osteopaths, we believe health isn't just about how your body moves—it’s about how you feel, inside and out. If your gut instinct is telling you something is "off" with someone you care about, trust it.

You don’t need to be an expert to help; you just need to be a friend. Starting a conversation and mentioning the changes you’ve noticed could be the lifeline they need to open up.

Remember the ALC steps: ✨ Ask R U OK? – Pick a safe, private space. ✨ Listen – With an open mind and without judgment. ✨ Encourage action – Help them find simple steps to manage the load. ✨ Check in – Follow up in a few days to show you genuinely care.

If they aren't okay, you’re showing them they aren't alone. If they are okay, they’ll know you’re someone who truly values them. 🤝

Learn more about the signs and how to navigate the conversation here: 👉 https://www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask

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After a festive break, many of us jump back into fitness* (or start a new sport!) with too much intensity. The result? C...
05/01/2026

After a festive break, many of us jump back into fitness* (or start a new sport!) with too much intensity. The result? Classic Australian sport related overuse injuries like Achilles tendonitis or shin splints.

(*According to an article in Australasian Leisure Management - https://bit.ly/3N7z2ruAustralia - there was a 322% increase in gym adoption in the six months leading to Dec. 2025!)

Don't let your 2026 fitness goal fail early.
Come in for a biomechanical assessment to ensure your body is ready for the New Year, New You.
YOU are worth the time. 🧡

📍 Hills Osteopaths | Your partner in wellness.
📞 Tel: 02 9659 0515
💻 Website: https://www.hillsosteopath.com/
📍 Find us in Castle Hill! :
https://maps.app.goo.gl/xLvT4rddkqSRwCmS6
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This year, the team at Hills Osteopaths wants to challenge you to something different. No grueling diets. No impossible ...
05/01/2026

This year, the team at Hills Osteopaths wants to challenge you to something different. No grueling diets. No impossible gym regimes. Just ONE thing ...

✨ The "15 Minutes a Day" Challenge ✨
It sounds simple, but it’s life-changing. We’re asking you to carve out just 15 minutes of dedicated time for your nervous system. Whether you are struggling with chronic pain, tension, or high anxiety, your body is likely screaming for a "reset" button.

What does your 15 minutes look like?
It’s not one-size-fits-all. Your nervous system is unique!
You might choose:
🌬️ 15 minutes to breathe and check in with your body.
🧘 15 minutes to meditate and quiet the mental noise.
💃 15 minutes of PLAY. Yes, Play! When was the last time you let yourself be truly playful? Play de-stresses the nervous system, boosts brain function, and can even help heal old traumas.

Ready to start? We’ve put together some resources to help you find your "15-minute flow":
💡Small Steps to Fitness : [https://bit.ly/45tYVrL]
💡Effortless Exercise Hacks: [https://bit.ly/3L2Ouoh]

How are you feeling today?
If you’re feeling stressed, physically "stuck," or just need a professional check-up to get your body moving freely again, we are here for you. Whether it's chronic pain or a general wellness tune-up, an informed consultation can give you the clarity you need.

YOU are worth the time. 🧡

📍 Hills Osteopaths | Your partner in wellness.
📞 Tel: 02 9659 0515
💻 Website: https://www.hillsosteopath.com/
📍 Find us in Castle Hill! :
https://maps.app.goo.gl/xLvT4rddkqSRwCmS6
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Binge-watching holiday films? Non-stop scrolling through festive feeds? 🎄 If your head is spending more time staring dow...
28/12/2025

Binge-watching holiday films? Non-stop scrolling through festive feeds? 🎄 If your head is spending more time staring down than looking up this break, you're experiencing the dreaded Holiday Hunch (aka Tech Neck). That constant tilt is putting massive strain on your neck and shoulders, even on your days off!

Meet Jess (30s, Castle Hill). Between organizing Christmas, managing gift lists, and then spending days slumped on the sofa watching movies, her upper back was screaming. The stiffness and headaches made it hard to enjoy the break, leading to poor sleep and a grumpy start to the New Year.

We provided Jess with a targeted Festive Fix—deep manual therapy to release the stressed muscles around the neck and specific, simple "posture presents" (exercises) she could do at home. She quickly regained comfort and focus, letting her enjoy a pain-free New Year's Eve and a relaxed return to work.

MYTH: You can simply "sleep off" the holiday stiffness. The muscle tightness is cumulative! Start your 2026 Screen Time Detox now. We'll realign you from your holiday hunch and equip you with the tools to maintain great posture for the year ahead. Book your appointment today!

📍 Hills Osteopaths | Your partner in pain-free productivity.
📞 Tel: 02 9659 0515
💻 Website: https://www.hillsosteopath.com/
📍 Find us in Castle Hill! :
https://maps.app.goo.gl/xLvT4rddkqSRwCmS6
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The kids are thrilled, but your back might not be! 🎁 From lifting heavy Christmas gifts to lugging huge tubs of decorati...
28/12/2025

The kids are thrilled, but your back might not be! 🎁 From lifting heavy Christmas gifts to lugging huge tubs of decorations out of the attic, the festive season is a workout in itself.

If you've been "lifting with your back" instead of your legs, you know that tell-tale twinge. We’re open between Christmas and New Year for those emergency festive aches. Don't wait until January to feel better!

📍 Hills Osteopaths | Your partner in wellness.
📞 Tel: 02 9659 0515
💻 Website: https://www.hillsosteopath.com/
📍 Find us in Castle Hill! :
https://maps.app.goo.gl/xLvT4rddkqSRwCmS6
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The Christmas garden tidy-up is a marathon, not a sprint! ☀️ Are you spending hours pruning, lifting heavy bags of soil,...
17/12/2025

The Christmas garden tidy-up is a marathon, not a sprint! ☀️ Are you spending hours pruning, lifting heavy bags of soil, and weeding in the heat?

We see a lot of people in Castle Hill needing pain relief for sudden back and shoulder strains right before the holidays kick off. A little pre-holiday maintenance can save your Boxing Day. Book your tune-up now to ensure your Christmas Day is pain-free.

📍 Hills Osteopaths | Your partner in pain-free productivity.
📞 Tel: 02 9659 0515
💻 Website: https://www.hillsosteopath.com/
📍 Find us in Castle Hill! :
https://maps.app.goo.gl/xLvT4rddkqSRwCmS6
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10-12 Old Castle Hill Rd
Castle Hill, NSW
2154

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Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7am
Wednesday 9am - 6:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 7pm
Friday 8am - 7pm
Saturday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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Osteopathy is a system of diagnosis and treatment based on the principle that the structure and function of the body are interrelated and therefore rely on each other for optimal health. By taking a full case history and thoroughly examining a patient, the osteopath first seeks to establish the exact source of the patients problem. Treatment is then aimed at reducing pain and other symptoms, restoring function and removing any bio-mechanical imbalances which prevent healing.