The Willow Clinic - Vanessa Fisher Osteopath

31/12/2025

Holiday indulgence catching up with you? 🥂

Gently reset your body with a few simple, healthy habits:

✨ Stay well hydrated to support recovery and circulation
✨ Add light stretching or yoga to ease stiffness and restore mobility
✨ Consider osteopathic treatment to help realign, release tension, and feel refreshed

Appointments reopen Friday 2rd January 2026 — bookings are now open.

📖 Read my latest blog for practical tips to start the year feeling strong: https://www.thewillowclinic.com.au/resetting-posture-after-the-holidays-an-osteopathic-approach-to-moving-well-again/
#2026

24/12/2025

Wishing all my wonderful patients a peaceful and restorative holiday season. May this time bring rest, connection, and moments of calm with those you love, and may the New Year support your continued health and wellbeing.

Thank you for trusting me with your care this year — I truly appreciate being part of your wellness journey and look forward to supporting you in the year ahead.

✨ I’ll be open on the following days:
✅ Monday 29th December
✅ Tuesday 30th December
✅ Friday 2nd January 2025

📞 (02) 9030 0352 or book online anytime.
Vanessa x

11/12/2025

Don't Let Holiday Aches Slow You Down 🎅🏻🎄

The festive season can be full of joy... and sometimes a little tension too! If you need a treatment over this busy Christmas period, here are my opening times:

✅ Sat 20th December 8am-11am (Newport)
✅ Mon 22nd December 11am-7pm
✅ Tues 23rd December 8am-2pm
✅ Wed 24th December 8.30am-11am
✅ Mon 29th December 11am-5pm
✅ Tues 30th December 9am-3pm

☎️ Call (02) 9030 0352 or book online today.

08/12/2025

Whiplash isn’t “just a sore neck.”

It’s a real injury caused by sudden force—often from car accidents, sports collisions, or even quick falls. The neck snaps back and forth, straining muscles, ligaments, discs, and joints. Symptoms can show up within 24 hours, including neck pain, headaches, dizziness, fatigue, and even difficulty concentrating.

Osteopathy can make a big difference in your recovery. Gentle hands-on treatment helps reduce muscle tension, restore movement, calm the nervous system, and ease headaches.

Research shows that early care leads to faster recovery and fewer long-term issues.
If you’ve had a recent jolt, crash, or sudden impact, don’t wait. Getting assessed within the first week can help prevent chronic pain.

Your body heals best when supported.
We’re here to help. 💛

Whiplash is more than just a sore neck. It affects your whole body—physically & emotionally. Osteopathy may restore function & reduce pain.

18/11/2025

This November — as we recognise Movember and International Men’s Day — it’s time to talk about an often-overlooked part of men’s wellbeing: musculoskeletal health.
Many men push through pain or dismiss early stiffness as “just getting older.” But ignoring those warning signs can lead to long-term joint damage, reduced mobility, and unnecessary discomfort.

Our latest blog explores:
➡️ Why men delay seeking help
➡️ Early signs of joint dysfunction
➡️ How osteopathy can support better joint health and performance
Let’s make joint care part of the men’s health conversation this month.
💪 Because strength isn’t ignoring pain — it’s acting early.

📖 Read the full blog: [https://www.thewillowclinic.com.au/why-men-ignore-joint-pain-habits-stigma-how-to-recognise-early-signs/]

14/11/2025

The Ultimate Friday Mood

Deeply relaxed and dreaming of the weekend 😌�
Cranial osteopathy — helping little ones (and their nervous systems) unwind since day one.�Have a chilled Friday, everyone! 💕

11/11/2025

This No Falls November, I wanted to see how much stronger and steadier I could get in just 3 months — and the results surprised me! 💪

After joining OsteoStrong Manly, my strength, balance, and confidence all improved, with measurable results:

✅ 99% average improvement across all machines
✅ 20% increase in grip strength
✅ Better balance and posture

Falls are one of the biggest risks linked to osteoporosis — and small improvements like these can make a huge difference.

Read my full blog on what OsteoStrong is, how it helps, and why it ties perfectly into No Falls November 👉

How OsteoStrong helped improve my strength, balance, & confidence in just 3 mths — & how it supports fall prevention this No Falls November

04/11/2025

👅 Tongue Tie in Babies – What You Need to Know

Did you know that a tongue tie (ankyloglossia) can affect more than just your baby’s feeding?

A tongue tie occurs when the thin piece of tissue under the tongue (the frenulum) is too tight or short, restricting the tongue’s natural movement. This can lead to a variety of challenges in those early weeks and months.

Common signs of tongue tie include:�
👶 Difficulty latching or staying latched during feeds�
🍼 Clicking or noisy feeding�
😢 Fussiness, wind or reflux symptoms after feeding�💧 Dribbling milk or poor weight gain�
🤱 Sore or damaged ni***es for mum�
🗣️ Later on – possible speech articulation issues

When the tongue can’t move freely, babies often develop compensatory muscle patterns in the mouth, jaw, and neck. This can create tension in surrounding tissues, sometimes contributing to head-turning preferences or feeding asymmetry.

How Osteopathy can help:�Gentle osteopathic treatment can help ease tension in the neck, jaw, and cranial structures, supporting better tongue movement, feeding mechanics, and comfort. While osteopaths don’t perform tongue-tie releases, treatment can be very helpful both before and after a frenotomy to assist with improved function and recovery.

If you’ve noticed any of these signs or have concerns about your baby’s feeding, we’re here to help. 💛

📍 The Willow Clinic, Brookvale and Newport�🌿 Supporting babies and mums with gentle, holistic osteopathic care.

30/10/2025

👶 Understanding Plagiocephaly (Flat Head Syndrome) — What New Mums Need to Know 💛

Noticing a flat spot on your baby’s head? You’re not alone — plagiocephaly, often called flat head syndrome, is quite common in infants. It happens when a baby’s soft skull develops a flat area, often from spending a lot of time lying in one position.

✨ Signs to look out for:
One side of your baby’s head looks flatter than the other
The ears may appear slightly misaligned
The forehead or cheek on one side looks more prominent
Baby prefers to turn their head one way

👩‍⚕️ How Osteopathy can help:
Gentle osteopathic techniques can help release tension through your baby’s neck, shoulders, and cranial bones. This can improve comfort, encourage freer movement, and help restore balanced head shape. Treatment is safe, soothing, and tailored for babies.

🌿 Early assessment is key!
The earlier plagiocephaly is identified, the more effective gentle intervention can be. Osteopathic care, combined with home advice on positioning and tummy time, can make a big difference.

💜 Where to find help:
At The Willow Clinic, inside The Lotus Centre in Brookvale or AHARA in Newport, our experienced osteopath provides caring, evidence-informed treatment for babies and mums alike.
If you’re concerned about your baby’s head shape or movement, we’d love to help.
📞 Book an appointment or learn more: www.thewillowclinic.com.au

19/10/2025

🦴 World Osteoporosis Day | October 20th 🌍

Our bones are living tissue — constantly breaking down and rebuilding. As we age, especially post-menopause or with hormonal changes, bone loss can accelerate, leading to osteoporosis — a condition that weakens bones and increases the risk of fractures.

💡 Osteopath’s Tips for Stronger Bones:

✨ Move daily — weight-bearing and resistance exercises are key!
🥦 Eat calcium-rich foods (like leafy greens, dairy, almonds, sardines).
🌞 Get enough Vitamin D — from sunlight or supplementation if needed.
⚖️ Keep hormones in balance — especially during menopause and later life.
🩺 Ask your GP about bone density screening if you’re at risk.

At The Willow Clinic, we support your musculoskeletal health at every age — helping maintain strength, mobility, and confidence in movement.

Let’s protect our bones and our independence for years to come! 💚

15/10/2025

Today is World Spine Day! 💙

This year’s focus is on Spine Health for All, raising awareness of how posture, movement, and ergonomics can prevent back pain — one of the most common health issues worldwide.

At The Willow Clinic, we see firsthand how modern lifestyles — long hours at desks, screen time, and stress — can impact spinal health.

💺 A few simple habits can make all the difference:

✨ Sit with feet flat on the floor and shoulders relaxed
✨ Take micro breaks to move and stretch every 30–45 minutes
✨ Keep screens at eye level to avoid slouching
👎 Poor posture → tight muscles, fatigue, and stiffness
👍 Good posture → efficient movement, less pain, better energy

Let’s make every day a spine health day! 💪

13/10/2025

October is National Safe Work Month — because work shouldn’t hurt. 💪

Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) are the most common workplace injury in NSW, making up 52% of all serious claims.

These include sprains, strains, and injuries to muscles, ligaments, tendons, and joints — often caused by lifting, carrying, repetitive movements, or falls.

🧠 Did you know psychosocial stress (like high job demands, poor support, or fatigue) can also increase your risk of MSDs?

👉 Here are some simple ways to protect yourself and your team:

✅ Use correct lifting techniques and avoid twisting under load
✅ Take regular micro breaks — small stretches or short walks make a big difference
✅ Set up your workstation ergonomically (screen height, chair support, desk position)
✅ Foster a supportive work culture — mental wellbeing and physical health go hand in hand

Let’s make our workplaces safer, healthier, and more sustainable — one mindful movement at a time. 🌿