The Osteo Clinic Sandringham & Mordialloc

02/12/2025

Today we celebrate strength, resilience, and inclusion - recognising the power of movement and the importance of accessibility for all.
Small changes can make a big difference, helping everyone participate fully and move through life with confidence and dignity. 💛
Let’s keep building a world that moves with everyone, not just around them.

02/12/2025

Visceral osteopathy is the use of gentle manual manipulation techniques to the internal organs (viscera). It is based on the principle that the organs are connected to the musculoskeletal system via fasical tissues and their mobility can be affected by trauma, illness or scar tissue, contributing to pain or dysfunction elsewhere in the body. By releasing tension in these connective tissues, the aim is improve organ heath, alleviate pain and restore balance through the body.

Conditions is may help with include:

▪️Digestive problems such as reflux, constipation and irritable bowel syndrome.
▪️Menstrual pain
▪️Post surgery recovery
▪️Endometriosis
▪️Respirative conditions such as asthma

We are fortunate that Leo, Helen and Eliza have all completed post graduate courses in visceral osteopathy, and are all very passionate about incorporating visceral techniques into their treatment practice.

If you have any questions about whether this type of approach is suitable for you, please reach out and our practitioners can advise you accordingly. Bookings to see our Osteo’s can be done online or via phone on 95985334.

30/11/2025

Last day! Book online now 💻

27/11/2025

🖤 If you haven’t seen one of our osteopaths before then this is for YOU….be quick 🖤

In Sandringham & Mordialloc

Book via https://theosteoclinic.cliniko.com/bookings

27/11/2025

Stuck doom-scrolling every night? 📱

We’ve all fallen into the trap - “just five more minutes” online somehow becomes an hour. But the stress from late-night scrolling isn’t just about the lost sleep (although that’s a big problem in and of itself.) Blue light from screens delays melatonin production, tricking your brain into thinking it’s daytime. At the same time, constant social feeds can raise cortisol (your stress hormone), keeping your nervous system on high alert. How? Constant exposure to emotionally charged, fast-changing content stimulates the brain’s stress response, keeping the body in a state of alertness.

This one-two punch of poor sleep and heightened stress can leave you feeling exhausted and anxious, and your spine and muscles feeling stiffer and achier the next day.

Let us know in the comments… What’s your bedtime scroll limit - or do you just “pretend not to look at the clock”? ⏰

24/11/2025

This timeless wisdom underscores the importance of proactive health management. Rather than solely focusing on treating illness, Hippocrates advocates for empowering individuals with knowledge and tools to maintain their well-being. By understanding the factors that contribute to health and disease, individuals can make informed choices that enhance their quality of life.

Hippocrates believed that diet, exercise, sleep, and moderation were key to avoiding illness. He encouraged understanding the body’s natural balance and supporting it before problems arose ⚖️.

These principles align closely with osteopathic philosophy today, where maintaining mobility, posture, and healthy lifestyle habits helps reduce strain on the musculoskeletal system and support overall wellbeing.

What small habit helps you stay balanced each day? Share in the comments!

19/11/2025

Did you know your body’s fascia is like an all-encompassing web, wrapping every muscle, bone, nerve, and organ? It helps transmit force, keeps you moving smoothly, and supports your body from head to toe.

But sometimes - over time - the web can tighten. Fascia can become tight or restricted due to injury, poor posture, repetitive movements, weight or hormonal changes, or even stress 😣. When this happens, movement can feel limited, muscles may tense up, and aches can appear in surprising places. Restricted fascia can also affect fluid circulation, which further affects recovery and tissue health. Our osteopaths work to release restrictions and restore mobility. We’ll also provide guidance on movement and self-care to keep your fascia functioning at its best. 💪

Feeling a bit stiff or tense? Call 9598 5334 to make an appointment at The Osteo Clinic.

17/11/2025

⚫️⚫️BLACK FRIDAY SPECIAL ⚫️⚫️

▪️50% off initial osteopathy appointment with Dr Mia Gray
▪️Available in both Sandringham & Mordialloc
▪️Book online at theosteoclinic.com.au or via phone on 95985334
▪️use code MIA50 when booking

17/11/2025

Understanding Pain: Acute vs Chronic

Pain is the body’s way of signalling that something needs attention - but not all pain is the same.

Acute pain is short-term, often sharp, and linked to a specific cause such as a sprained ankle or strained muscle. It usually fades as tissues repair.

Chronic pain, on the other hand, is pain that lasts. Conditions like arthritis or fibromyalgia may keep pain signals active even without ongoing injury. This persistence can affect sleep, mood, and overall quality of life, creating a cycle that is difficult to break.

Osteopaths take a whole-body approach when working with pain. For acute injuries, treatment may involve gentle manual techniques to support mobility and reduce muscle tension while the body heals. For chronic pain, care often extends to helping patients understand their pain, identifying movement patterns that might be contributing, and offering strategies to improve function. Osteopaths may also discuss exercise, stress, and lifestyle factors that can influence how pain is experienced.

If you’re living with ongoing discomfort, it may not have to be your new normal. Call us on 9598 5334 to make an appointment with us today and let’s see how we can help.

14/11/2025

Chest pain immediately raises alarm bells, and understandably so. Our first thought often goes straight to the heart. But not all chest pain originates from cardiac issues. One common musculoskeletal cause is costochondritis, a condition that involves inflammation of the cartilage where the ribs meet the sternum (breastbone). Though uncomfortable and sometimes alarming, costochondritis is not life-threatening. But that doesn't mean you should put up with it! Check out our latest blog at the link below to find out more.

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https://theosteoclinic.com.au/blog/navigating-costochondritis/

12/11/2025

Did you know your plantar fascia is like a built-in shock absorber? This thick band of tissue runs from your heel to your toes, helping you stand, walk, and run. When it becomes irritated — a condition called plantarfasciopathy - every step can feel like you’re treading on a pebble.

Here’s the catch-22: the plantar fascia is loaded every time you’re on your feet, so unlike an arm injury that you can rest in a sling, it never really gets a break. That’s why symptoms can linger.

If you’re suffering, it’s time to call for help. 📞 Call 9598 5334 to make an appointment at The Osteo Clinic. Our osteopaths will assess your whole body for contributing factors (like imbalances in your hips, knees or spine), and work to ease tension in tight muscles, and give you guidance on load management, footwear choices, and walking patterns to reduce strain.