The Osteopath

26/10/2025

Lower Back Pain: You’re Not Alone 🪑💢

Chronic lower back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek healthcare. It can sneak up after hours at a desk, heavy lifting at the gym, or even repeatedly bending to pick up the kids or shopping bags.

Often, it involves overworked muscles like the erector spinae (which keep you upright) or the quadratus lumborum (which helps you bend and stabilise your spine). Imbalances, weakness, or restricted movement in these areas (or others) may place extra strain on the lower back.

So if your back needs a little TLC, you’ve come to the right place. We’ll start with a thorough assessment and aim to find the root cause of your discomfort and tailor a treatment plan to get you moving well again.

Give our friendly team at The Osteopath a call today on 07 5451 1599 and we’ll see you in the clinic real soon.

24/10/2025

24/10/2025

“Refer a Friend” and receive 2 movie tickets 🎥

To thank our loyal patients we would love to give a little something back. You are our most important referral source!

Refer a friend to the clinic in the month of November and receive TWO FREE MOVIE TICKETS! Yes two!!
*To redeem:
'Your friend' will write your name on the new patient clinic form when they arrive for their first consultation in November.
(Please make sure your friend writes your name, otherwise we just wont know!!).
Reception will notify you by text/call, tickets will be available for pick up at Maroochydore clinic reception.

*** valid for osteopath referrals only***
*** consultations must take place in November***

22/10/2025

Neck Pain: More Than a Pain in the Neck 🖥️ 🚗

Neck pain can stem from a variety of causes - hours hunched over a laptop, muscle tension from stress, or even injuries like whiplash. Key muscles often involved include the trapezius, levator scapulae, and sternocleidomastoid, all of which help support and move your head and neck.

When these muscles tighten or movement in the cervical spine is restricted, you may notice stiffness, headaches, or reduced range of motion. Osteopathic techniques work to support mobility, ease muscle tension, and improve how the neck and shoulders move together.

If this sounds like you and you’re reading this thinking “I really should do something about my neck”, then let’s get to it! The sooner you start, the sooner the potential for relief. Head to our website today to get in touch and book your appointment here at the clinic. www.theosteopath.net.au

20/10/2025

Your Spine: The Foundation of Your Body 🏗️🦴

Did you know your spine is made up of 33 vertebrae? These bones protect your spinal cord - the vital highway that transmits signals between your brain and the rest of your body.

When the spine isn’t aligned properly, it can influence how your whole-body functions, potentially affecting movement, posture, and even comfort.

Osteopathy aims to support spinal alignment and encourage better overall body function, helping you move more freely and feel more balanced.

15/10/2025

Happy World Spine Day from everyone at The Osteopath.

Your spine plays an incredible role in your body - it’s the central support for your muscles, protects the spinal cord, and influences how you move and feel every day.

On this World Spine Day, we’re celebrating proactive spine care, early prevention, and the importance of keeping your spine moving well. On World Spine Day 2025, we’re celebrating the importance of keeping your spine healthy through good posture, regular movement, and mindful habits. From walking upright with ease, tending to your work setup, to staying active in daily life - nurturing spinal health matters.

13/10/2025

Celebrating Allied Health Professionals! 🌟

Today is International Allied Health Professions Day, a chance to recognise the vital work of osteopaths, dietitians, speech therapists, and the many others who help people move, recover, and live well.

At The Osteopath we’re proud of our work as Allied Health Professionals. Osteopaths play a key role in supporting musculoskeletal health, improving mobility, and promoting overall wellbeing. It’s all about helping the body function at its best so you can get back to the activities you love.

09/10/2025

Feel the Difference: The Benefits of Regular Osteopathic Care 👟🧑💼🏃💃

From the simple triumph of bending down to tie your shoes without a groan, to powering through the workday like a champ, and then suddenly sprinting for the bus like it’s the Olympic final 🏅 your body’s got to keep up with it all! The simple fact is that how your body moves affects every part of your life.

So, whether you’re nailing that latest TikTok dance craze 💃, smashing it at the gym 🏋️, or just getting through the day regular osteopathic care works to keep you flexible, mobile, and ready for whatever your day throws at you.

Want to experience the difference firsthand? Chat to our team today and let’s get started.

06/10/2025

The Power of Posture: Your Whole Body Feels It 💪🧠

Posture isn’t just about how your back looks – it affects how your muscles work, how you breathe, how your joints move, and even how alert or tired you feel.

Everyday habits like crossing your legs, leaning to one side, or sitting slumped on the couch can quietly train your body into imbalance. Osteopathy works to support better posture by improving mobility, easing tension, and helping you build healthier movement patterns.
Feeling the effects of habit?

Feeling the effects of poor posture? Call 07 5451 1599 to make an appointment with one of our osteopaths at The Osteopath. We’re here to help you move and feel your best, one step at a time.

04/10/2025

Yep – it’s a mouthful, but your spine might be saying it too!

From the Greek hyper (excessive) and kyphos (a hump), it describes that over-rounded upper back that can creep up over time – especially if you spend hours at a desk or glued to your phone 📱🧑💻

It may lead to stiffness, discomfort, or even changes in breathing and balance. Osteopathy aims to support better posture, ease tension, and help you move more freely.

Noticed a curve where there didn’t used to be one?
Call 07 5451 1599 to make an appointment with one of our osteopaths at The Osteopath. We’re here to help.

29/09/2025

Click. Catch. Pop. Not the sound you want from your fingers. 🤌

Unless you're in a 90s boy band, your fingers shouldn’t be making dramatic sound effects. Trigger finger is what happens when a tendon gets stuck in its sheath, making your finger catch, lock, or suddenly snap straight - like it’s got a flair for the theatrical.

It’s often linked to repetitive gripping, inflammation, or conditions like diabetes or arthritis.

Osteopathic treatment can help by releasing tension through the hand, wrist and forearm, improving mobility and reducing irritation - so your fingers can go back to minding their own business. ☎️ Call us on 07 5451 1599 to speak to us at The Osteopath. We’re here to help.

Because the only time your fingers should lock is on your phone screen. 📱