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Bodyline Health

Locality: Lower Plenty, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9017 4784

Address: 17 Main Rd 3093 Lower Plenty, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.bodylinehealth.com/

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25.01.2022 Treatment for Frozen Shoulder at Bodyline Health Lower Plenty FROZEN SHOULDER Is diagnosed after a sustained period of pain and limited movement in the shoulder joint. Surrounding all movable joints of the body is a stocking like layer (called a capsule) that creates stability and encloses the lubricant within the joint, known as synovial fluid. Often after trauma to the shoulder, the stocking around the joint can thicken/tighten or even begin to stick to the bones of the... joint thus not allowing normal, free movement. This loss of mobility and associated pain results in the shoulder freezing up. SYMPTOMS? Frozen Shoulder is often charactered by three phases. Initially, we see pain and restriction in movement most often after a fall, bump, or injury to the shoulder or neck area. If movement is not restored quickly, the range of motion in the shoulder begins to diminish further/ instead of seeing improvement as would naturally be expected. This worsening of movement, over the next few months leads to the Frozen characteristic, finally diagnosed once the ability to lift the arm above shoulder height or to scratch the back, is lost. Once this phase is reached the prognosis is grim, and over the next 6-12 months the shoulder becomes stiffer making every day activities more difficult, furthermore the shoulder becomes very painful to treat and many people report the pain worsens at night. Finally, (some 12 to 18 months after the initial incident) the pain and range of motion in your shoulder begins to improve and strengthening can finally be restored. WHO DOES IT OCCUR IN? Females above the age of 40 are most affected by frozen shoulder, although it can also affect males. It is more likely to affect the non dominant arm, and unfortunately due to the overuse of the good arm during this long recovery, this opposite shoulder also requires treatment to prevent an overuse injury as a result. There is also an increased likelihood of experiencing frozen shoulder in patients after surgery, stroke and rotator cuff injury or when you are required to keeping the arm in a sling. TREATMENT In all cases/and or phases of Frozen Shoulder, it is critical to maintain, if not improve whatever range of motion you have as small as it may be. Arm swings, self assisted movements and exercise through the pain free (segments of arm movement) are important to maintain. Seeking treatment such as shoulder manipulations and muscle/joint mobilisation are vital in reducing the time spent in the frozen phase as these forms of treatment are the best means of breaking up the painful adhesions. You can call our clinic on (03) 9017 4784 to speak with Dr. Phil where he will be more than happy to chat to you about your concerns. Alternatively, our clinic is open 6 days a week where you can speak with one of our reception staff to book an appointment or you can book an appointment anytime on our website at www.bodylinehealth.com .

24.01.2022 LIMITED TIME SPECIAL OFFER FROM FURNITURE FOR BACKS Furniture For Backs, a local company in Deepdene that retails back related furniture items such as premium mattresses, pillows, computer chairs and standing desks, is giving Bodyline Health patients the opportunity to receive 40% off the Orthopaedic Ultimate, and Advanced range of mattresses that are made right here in Melbourne! In addition to this, not only will Bodyline Health patients get this exclusive discount, but also receive further discounts on a range of Furniture For Backs products. So, if anyone is looking to purchase a new mattress, computer chair, or standing desk, then head to www.furnitureforbacks.com.au and use the code BODYLINEVIP at the checkout to receive this special, limited time offer! But be quick, as this deal is only valid until Sept 30, 2019!

23.01.2022 Chiropractor is a practitioner that diagnoses and gives the best possible treatment to the ones who are dealing with neuromuscular disorders. #Chiropractor #Chiropractic #ChiropracticAdjustment (03) 9017-4784

21.01.2022 A big warm welcome to Tara Watson, our newest practitioner! Tara is Psychologist who is passionate about helping children and their families, as well as their wider network of teachers, carers and other professionals in acheiving the best possible outcomes in their development. Tara is working Tuesdays and Wednesdays, don't forget to say hello if you see her around the clinic!

21.01.2022 Are you in need of an Appointment with one of our Practitioners before the Christmas Break? We have appointments still available up until 23rd December. Please call the clinic on 9017 4784 to make your appointment, so that you can rest easy these holidays!

20.01.2022 HAPPY EASTER TO THE BODYLINE HEALTH COMMUNITY! 5 TIPS FOR STAYING HEALTHY-ISH THIS EASTER Make sure to enjoy your long weekend this Easter with family and friend catch-ups, fun with the kids and chocolate (not too much)! ... Here are 5 simple tips that will keep you feeling good this Easter long weekend. 1. Limiting Chocolate Intake! We all love to have a few choccy eggs for Easter as they are so easily available and yummy too. However, limiting your chocolate intake to a few little eggs a day will still suffice those cravings, but not enough to stay on the hips! 2.Eat Real Eggs! Instead of just eating chocolate eggs this long weekend, celebrate Easter by making real eggs for breakfast! Scrambled, poached, fried or folded, have them with toast or without! Studies show that people who ate two eggs for breakfast felt less hungry in the next 36 hour period following. Ideal for stopping those few little choccy eggs being consumed, and great for getting outside and enjoying the weekend, instead of feeling hungry! 3. Get Some Time Outside! This Easter long weekend is a perfect time to get outdoors and do something fun and memorable with family and friends. A BBQ lunch, catch-up brunch, meet at the pool or something similar. Getting outside and getting your body moving this long weekend will be something your body will thank you for. (Dont forget the sunscreen!) 4. Increasing Water Intake! With all those chocolate and outdoor activities, it is extremely important for you to keep hydrated this long weekend. Current guidelines suggest that drinking approximately 3 litres a day is the amount of water intake that people should aim for. 5. Return to Normal Eating by Tuesday! Although the BBQ lunch, catch-up brunch, and a day at the pool were great opportunities to eat holiday foods and chocolate Easter eggs, keeping on track with a balanced diet will help to control those sudden urges for chocolate consumption. Left over eggs? Bring them into work on Tuesday and let your colleagues finishes them off! Feel like the Easter long weekend left you with some muscle strains, stiff joints or general body discomfort? Come see after Easter to make sure you are keeping on track with your musculoskeletal health. Just book online at www.bodylinehealth.com or give us a call on (03) 9017 4784 to book an appointment with our specialised practitioners for a follow-up or initial appointment!

20.01.2022 Are you worried that your childs development is not quite on track? BOOK NOW with our Chiropractor Dr Michelle Scholten who has post graduate qualifications in developmental paediatrics; ie promoting healthy brain development for your family. Difficulties children may be helped with include:... - Poor focus, inattention, a fidgety child, perhaps with concentration problems at home or school - Tantrums and meltdowns which are not age appropriate - Retained primitive reflexes - Poor coordination and body awareness, excessive clumsiness - Hypersensitivity or over-reactivity to sounds or visual environment Call Dr Michelle Scholten at Lower Plenty Chiropractic Clinic for an appointment. Ph: 9017 4784

19.01.2022 LOWER BACK PAIN AND SPORT WHAT HAPPENS? When we exercise/play sport, there are certain parts of our body that take a large amount of the load. Because of the way we weight bear, our lower backs is one of the areas that experiences the most significant loads. When we are putting any part of body under increased load, it can make it more susceptible to injury. ... WHAT US CAUSING THE SORENESS? Soreness after sport can be due to various factors, with various levels of severity. Some of the most common causes include: D.O.M.S (Delayed onset muscle soreness) Muscle Strain Chiropractic Subluxation Spinal joint sprain HOW DO I GET RELIEF? If you are experiencing more pain than expected after sport, seek advice from one of our chiropractors. They will be able to identify what the cause of your pain is, whilst ruling out other more severe injuries. The treatments for these common injuries can include the following: D.O.M.S Ice and soft tissue therapy such as massage Muscle strain Icing, reduction of inflammation, then proceeding to massage Chiropractic Subluxation Chiropractic manipulations, mobilisations and soft tissue therapy Spinal Joint Sprain Icing and reducing inflammation before proceeding to more specialized treatments For lower back pain, Chiropractors are one of the best practitioners to see to identify, diagnose and treat lower back pain. HOW DO I PREVENT LOWER BACK INJURY? Our posture can impact how much strain we put our low back through, chatting to your chiropractor about your posture and how to correct it can help with your bodies bio-mechanics, reducing your risk of injury. Research is showing that one of the best things you can do to prevent lower back injury, re-aggravations and/or to help recover from a lower back injury, is to build up and strengthen your core abdominal muscles. There are deep abdominal muscles at the bottom of our stomach called the Transverse Abdominal muscles. Many of us do not know how to properly activate these muscles, increasing our risk of lower back injury. If you are a sportsperson and have any questions about recovering from or preventing injury, please do not hesitate to contact the clinic on 9017 4784 or make an online enquiry.

18.01.2022 Happy New Year! Start 2018 off well by booking in an appointment with one of our Practitioners before your schedule becomes busy! We have various appointments available for early mornings and even late afternoons if you are back at work already. Please give us a call on 9017 4784 and we can make your appointment at a time that suits you! We are looking forward to seeing your faces again, and we wish you a wonderful start to 2018!

17.01.2022 Just received my new order of RockTape!!! This type of tape may help to reduce swelling after injury. It may also help in reducing the body's pain sensation, r...estriction and cue proper form and movement. If you would like to book an appointment, please call (03) 9017 4784 For more information about RockTape go to https://rocktape.com.au

16.01.2022 ARCHIES SUPPORT THONGS Back in stock! With some new colours added into the mix! You can now find Archies in pink, taupe & brown to go with our already s...tocked colours of black, white, light blue, coral, mint green & dark blue/grey. Stuck for Christmas present ideas? These guys are for you! Unsure of sizing? No problem, we can exchange sizes as required! Pop on into our Lower Plenty office Monday - Friday between 9am-12pm & 2pm-7pm or Saturday 9am-12pm or give us a call on 90957203, no appointment required! #footwisepodiatrygroup #archies #support #lowerplenty #montmorency #thongs #christmassolutions

16.01.2022 "Christmas will always be as long as we stand heart to heart and hand in hand." Dr. Seuss #MerryChristmas #ChristmasEve #ChristmasGifts #XMAS #Christmas

15.01.2022 SHOULDER PAIN WHAT IS IT? Shoulder Pain and injury are extremely common due to the mobility of the joint and the relatively small muscles around the shoulder holding it together. These muscles along with the connection to the neck and the complex network of nerves that run from the neck to shoulder and arm is often the cases of shoulder pain. If these muscles are damages they may simply not be strong enough to allow the shoulder to function properly further creating imbal...ance and other issues. This is the reason why it is so important for our shoulder muscles to be able to function properly at all times and as quickly as possible post injury/operation. SYMPTOMS: - Pain or discomfort around shoulder joint when executing daily tasks or whilst sleeping - Slow and painful to recover - Pain in the front of the shoulder or referral down the inner/outer arm - Difficulty lifting the arm above the head or behind the body CAUSES: Shoulders pain can have many different causes. The pain or discomfort may occur in the neck down to the shoulder, in the joint itself and from the muscles, tendons and ligaments surrounding the shoulder joint. Most shoulder problems occur as a result of a trauma (fall, bump over stretch). However, if no trauma has occurred the shoulder pain may be the result of a neck issue and present as - Inflammation (bursitis or tendinitis) - Instability of the Rotator Cuff Muscles - Arthritis like joint noise - Nerve Imgement and referral down the arm DIAGNOSIS: Diagnosis of the cause exact course of your pain or discomfort is often difficult and needs the skills of an experienced practitioner to examination the shoulder and the surrounding areas of the body. Imaging, such as X-ray of the shoulder may also be necessary to help a definitive diagnosis. Dr. Phillip Mifsud is a Sports Chiropractor who specializes in shoulder issues and has treated thousands of shoulders with a combination of techniques (from massage and manipulation, dry needling, biopuncture injections and exercises). If you are having shoulder pain or discomfort for the first time, or that wont go away or getting worse, make an appointment with Dr. Phil and he is certain to help! NEED HELP? Call our clinic on 9017 4784 and Dr. Phil is more than happy to chat to you about your concerns. Alternatively, we are open 6 days a week to talk to our staff of or you can book an appointment anytime on our website at www.bodylinehealth.com . See more

15.01.2022 PLANTAR FASCIITIS What is it? What are the causes of plantar fasciitis? Plantar Fasciitis is diagnosed when inflammation and pain is found at the heel, specifically the inner and underside of the foot. The role of the plantar fascia is to stabilise the underside of the foot and act as a shock absorber as it stretches, much like a luck band. Although it is a thick, strong tissue that runs the length of the foot from the heel to the toes, it is constantly stressed as we walk... and move around. Inflammation can be caused by: - Sudden increases in training load/intensity of fitness activities (i.e. going from walking to jogging/ jogging to sprints) - Participating in new activities that can put increases stress of the heel of the foot (i.e gym classes, jumping activates/sports) - Being overweight or experiencing a sudden increase in body weight (i.e. pregnancy) - Wearing flat at shoes with poor arch support more often than normal (i.e. thongs whilst on holidays) Symptoms: The main symptom of this condition is sharp pain under the heel of the foot. There can also be a burning or aching sensation, or slightly swollen. The pain can be worse in the morning, after prolonged standing and/or walking. Need relief? Plantar fasciitis is very common and can be difficult to treat. When diagnosing the cause of plantar fasciitis must be determined so as to avoid repeated re-aggravations. This often involves reducing the load/training on the foot (short term) and then progressively returning to the activity in controlled increments. Traditional techniques like icing and shoe inserts are beneficial: however, at Bodyline Health - Biopuncture injections are often utilised for this condition with fantastic results (even for chronic cases where cortisone has failed) . To find out more about biopuncture for fasciitis call our clinic on (03) 9017 4784 and Dr. Phil is more than happy to chat to you about your concerns. Alternatively, we are open 6 days a week to talk to our staff of or you can book an appointment anytime on our website at www.bodylinehealth.com .

15.01.2022 Football starts tonight! Wishing all the players best of luck for the year, especially the McDonald brothers and the rest of the Melbourne Football Club. Go Dees!!!

14.01.2022 If you are going through any mechanical disorders in your musculoskeletal system, then we suggest you to visit any Chiropractor near you and get a treatment. #Chiropractic #Eltham #Chiropractor #ChiropracticAdjustment (03) 9017-4784

13.01.2022 Dear Valued Patients, An update from our clinic regarding the Covid-19 virus. We are still OPEN for operation as usual, however, due to the "Social Distancing" restrictions, our waiting room is CLOSED.... We are advising you to wait in your car until your actual appointment time or we can give you call for you to come in once your practitioner is ready to see you. Just let reception know that you have arrived so that we can mark your attendance and then return to your car. In addition, if you are experiencing any cold/flu like symptoms, have recently returned or been in contact with someone from overseas in the past 14 days, or getting ready to return, we are strongly advising you to reschedule your appointment. Please be assured all our practitioners and reception staff are continuing taking all necessary measures in maintaing a high standard of cleaning processes. We continue to ask that you maintain a high level of hygiene practices on arrival and departure by washing your hands with soapy water and using a hand sanitiser to help prevent any cross infection. We understand that these are trying times for everyone and we want to reassure you that we have you, your families, our staffing team, their families and everyone's health in our best interest and want to be able to assist with your health needs for as long as we are advised to. If you have any questions regarding this please feel free to give us a call - 90174784. Yours in health Bodyline Health Management

13.01.2022 Heads up if you're on your phone right now.... literally!

13.01.2022 Before Physiotherapy, we were in Pain ~Muscles #Physiotherapy #Physiotherapist #PhysiotherapistNearMe (03) 9017-4784... https://bit.ly/3adhouo See more

13.01.2022 COVID-19 WHAT STEPS ARE WE TAKING TO PROTECT YOUR HEALTH? The Coronavirus Pandemic has seen many unprecedented changes unfold around us, especially in light of the current state of affairs in Melbourne. Allied health services are considered an essential service, therefore Bodyline Health is still open for business. However, since your health and safety is our highest priority, we are taking additional steps to protect you. 1. OUR WAITING ROOM IS CLOSED ... In order to assist with social distancing, our waiting room is closed with the exception of Austin Pathology patients. For this reason, upon arrival patients are asked to call and inform us they have arrived. At this point if your practitioner is ready for you, you will be welcomed in. If they are not yet ready for you, you will be asked to wait in your car where the practitioner will come and collect you. 2. PATIENT SCREENING PRIOR TO BOOKING OR APPOINTMENT CONFIRMATION When booking a consultation or confirming an appointment, patients are taken through a brief screening process. Patients who: are experiencing any cold or flu like symptoms, have been in close contact with a positive case of COVID-19, have been tested or reside with anyone who has been tested and are waiting on test results are asked to stay at home and reschedule their appointment. 3. REGULAR SANITIZATION Our reception staff are regularly disinfecting door handles, seats, bathrooms and the front desk. Your practitioners are also thoroughly disinfecting treatment rooms between each patient. 4. HAND SANITIZER We have installed a contactless hand sanitizer dispenser outside our front door for your use, with our staff sanitizing their hands regularly also. 5. INSTALLATION OF A SPIT SCREEN At our reception desk we have installed a spit screen to minimize your face to face contact further. 6. TELEHEALTH CONSULTATIONS WHERE POSSIBLE Where possible, practitioners have been utilizing Telehealth. Our psychologists and speech pathologists are continuing working, offering Telehealth/Zoom consultations. 7. UTILIZING FACE MASKS With the new regulations in mind, all our staff are wearing face masks for infection control and as of Thursday 23rd July, all patients who attend the clinic, will also be required to wear a face mask. 8. CONTACTLESS PAYMENTS WHERE POSSIBLE Our clinic offers PayPass as a contactless method of payment. Where contact is required (such as for Private Health Insurance) our reception staff will be sanitizing the EFTPOS machine and their hands between patients. If you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call us on 9017 4784, our staff will be happy to provide further clarification.

13.01.2022 Please check out the new service offered by our Chinese Medicine Practitioner, Catherine Farchione.

11.01.2022 I am off to Laos hospital for Children tomorrow for a month. So for the next month the lovely Danielle DiNatale can help you out with all your physio needs. Pl...ease call 9017;4784 for an appointment. For the next month sorry no online bookings! For acupuncture please call the practice to book in with Catherine!,

11.01.2022 Tension Headache vs. Migraine what is the difference? Many of us have or will experience headaches at some point in time; but it can be hard to navigate what type of headache it is and what is causing it. Two of the most common headaches include Tension headaches and Migraines. Each of these headaches has certain characteristics that can help you identify which type it is. WHAT IS A TENSION HEADACHE?... A tension headache is the most common type of headache. Characteristics include: - Mild to moderate headache. - Feels like a tight band around your head (hat band distribution) - Pressure is mostly felt in your forehead and at the back of your head close to the top of the neck. - Commonly triggered by stress, poor posture or how you have slept. WHAT IS A MIGRAINE? Migraine is typically a more restricting type of headache that focuses pain around the back of one eye. In addition, migraine is difference to tension headache in that you can feel sick and can experience what is referred to as an aura. Aurass can be different for different people, however typical symptoms include: - Visual disturbances (such as swirls, flashing lights, wavy lines, dots or even blind spots) - Dizziness - Weakness and Fatigue - Mood changes - Changes in sense of smell and taste - Numbness or tingling These auras tend to arise before the headache, which characteristically affects behind the eyes, however Migraine can occur without Aura. WHAT CAN I DO TO TREAT THEM? For both these forms of headaches, the Chiropractic treatment can be the most rapid and effective forms of treatment. Gentle manipulations along with the neck muscle release to the small bands in the known as Trigger Points - can significantly alleviate the pain and ache. Chiropractic care can be used in conjunction with other forms of pain relief. If you suffer from Tension Headaches or Migraines, chiropractic care should be high on the list of options explored when looking for long term relief. Should you wish to explore this further, please do not hesitate to call Bodyline Health (90174784) and speak to Dr. Phillip Mifsud about your headaches.

11.01.2022 Bodyline Health has experienced Podiatrists, who are the experts in diagnosing foot, and ankle problems. #Podiatry #Podiatrist #PodiatristNearMe (03) 9017-4784 https://bit.ly/37Ye7xc

11.01.2022 S C H O O L H O L I D A Y S P E C I A L This July school holidays we are very excited to be offering childrens foot assessments at the rebatable cost from ...your health fund! This means no out of pocket expense to you! Does your child wear their shoes unevenly, or on the outside edge? Do they complain of foot or leg pain with activity? Are you unsure about an irregular looking nail? Do you have a family history of flat feet or bunions? Pop on in for a check up! No health insurance? No problem! We are happy to offer those without insurance 50% off the regular initial assessment cost. Give our friendly reception team a call on 90957203 and mention this offer or book online at www.footwisepodiatrygroup.com.au t&cs. Offer valid for the Victorian school holiday period 2/7/18-15/7/18 at our Lower Plenty consulting rooms only. Valid for children aged 3-18yrs. Health fund rebates available for those with Podiatry ancillary cover. Health fund claiming must be applied at the time of service. If no health cover is provided appointments will be charged at 50% of regular concession rate of $69.50. School holiday special offer must be mentioned at time of booking for discounts to be applied.

10.01.2022 Treatment for ACL injury at Bodyline Health in Lower Plenty: WHAT IS IT? The Anterior Cruciate Ligament, more commonly known as the ACL is one of the main ligaments of the knee. The ACL and PCL cross over inside the knee joint, connecting your femur or thigh bone, to your Tibia/shinbone. Ligaments function to connect bone to bone, creating stability and movement between the two structures. Due to the position of the ACL, it is vulnerable to injuries from jumping and land...ing, sudden stops or changes in direction. These landing and deceleration forces put the ACL under increased load, because of this; it is a common sporting injury. SYMPTOMS; If you suspect you have an ACL injury, some symptoms you may experience include the following: - A Pop sound at time of injury - Severe pain - Inability to do daily activities - Swelling/inflammation - Decreased movement - Pain on movement - Stiffness - A feeling of instability - Leg "giving way" with weight bearing CAUSES: ACL injuries are commonly associated with sports that involve lots of jumping, landing, pivoting, sudden stopping, sudden changes in directions, or a direct blow such as soccer, football or netball. However, it could also happen after an awkward landing or fall. Whilst an ACL injury could happen to anyone, females and sports players tend to be more prone. In addition to this, poor footwear, and running on poor surfaces can increase your chance of sustaining injury. MANAGEMENT AND TREATMENT: Treatment does change depending on the severity of the injury; because of this is it important to seek advice from your local healthcare professional. However, initially treatment may include icing, bracing, relative rest and anti inflammatories. As treatment progresses, Chiropractic manipulation can be very effective in restoring motion to the knee. In addition to this, massage and strengthening exercises may be utilised. Whilst rare, surgery may be required in the case of a complete tear of this ligament. In this case, chiropractic care can be an excellent tool to maintain motion and aid with healing post-operatively. For more information or to book, call Bodyline Health on 03 9017 4784 or visit our website at https://www.bodylinehealth.com

10.01.2022 NECK PAIN What is it? What are the causes for neck pain? Neck pain is the most common condition patients come to see Chiropractors at BodylineHealth. Common causes of neck pain varies from a pinched nerve (from sleeping awkwardly or stress), injury and strain (such as whiplash), to arthritis and even herniated disc. Accurate diagnosis of the cause of the pain is vital and all the important structures other than muscles must be assessed (such as arteries, veins, lymph nodes..., thyroid gland, oesophagus, etc). Injuries to any of these structures can often lead to neck pain. Symptoms: - Stiff neck (can make it hard to turn the head) - Tension from the shoulders up to a ring around the head (Tension Headache) - Dull, sharp or stabbing pain in one or multiple spots - Soreness, tenderness, tingling or numbness in a general area - Dizziness or light-headedness - Pain that radiates down onto the shoulders, arms, or fingers, or can radiate up to the head Diagnosis: When diagnosing the cause of neck pain palpation of the neck and surrounding areas is completed, along with questions about the patients recent history of activities, as this can often the best indicator. Out of the ordinary events such as- - INRCEASED STRESS - CHANGED SLEEPING POSTURE (bed swapping for children or away in a different bed) - INCREASED/ABNORMALLY LONG TIME IN A CAR OR ON A COMPUTER - OR SOMETHING REPETITIVE (such as gardening, cleaning or painting) Are often the main causes and once identified must be avoided. However, these signs along with pain location, duration and radiation up to the head or down the arm are all vital in diagnosis. As experts who see this so frequently Bodyline Health can guide you in how to manage these issues and initiate a course of treatment to speed up recovery. Further testings such as x-rays are available at the clinic when required. Need relief? Call our clinic on (03) 9017 4784 and Dr. Phil will be more than happy to chat to you about your concerns. Alternatively, we are open 6 days a week to talk to our staff of or you can book an appointment anytime on our website at www.bodylinehealth.com .

09.01.2022 Treatment for bursitis at Bodyline Health WHAT IS IT? Bursa are small Jelly Bean like cushions found inside and around our joints that are filled with synovial fluid (the same fluid in our joints that acts as a lubricant). They are found through the body, but the most concentrated in the big movable joints such as the shoulder, elbow, hip and Knee. The purpose of these Jelly Bean like cushions is to absorb friction between bones and tendons of the joint - preventing r...Continue reading

07.01.2022 ARTHRITIS > What is Arthritis? Arthritis is a condition that typically affects the most repetitively used joints in the body such as knees, hips, back, shoulders and hands. The pain is the result of progressive erosion at the joint surface leading to swelling and changes to normal range of motion. > Causes: Healthy joints are surrounded by a capsulated that is filled with fluid to help lubricate movement (much like oil in your motor car). Within this capsule, bones join to...gether to allow movement in certain directions and each of these bone surfaces are in covered with cartilage (a strong, smooth and absorbing surface) that allows the bones to slide over each other with minimal damage and resistance. As we age, the body and joints slowly wear out with the rate of wear depending on stress and load placed on the joint over time or previous injury in that area. As wear and tear occur the joint space and fluid within becomes narrower, and the smooth strong cartilage begins to break down. Eventually, this result in the bony joint surfaces rubbing against one another causing pain, inflammation and swelling. This process (and further complications) steadily continues resulting in pain and Arthritis (also known as joint degeneration). > Symptoms: The main symptoms of arthritis is stiffness particularly after increased use (such as sports, gardening housework) or stiffness first thing in the mornings, where heat and slow movement can eventually help reduce the pain and inflammation within the joints. Furthermore, it is often seen on one side of the body (i.e. right knee) more so than the other side due to a previous injury or trauma in the past. > Need relief? Arthritis is very common and something majority of people will suffer from at some stage in life. Depending of the degree of degeneration in a particular area relief can vary; however, there are always steps that can be taken to improve any level of arthritic discomfort. Fundamentally, you must move it or lose it with hands-on therapy used to disperse swelling and restore normal range of movement plus self management techniques to further improve weight loss/load through the joint, reduce pain and a better lifestyle can be achieved. Arthritis is best diagnosed through x-rays and manual assessment. At Bodyline Health our chiropractors use onsite X-rays and traditional treatment such as massage and gentle joint manipulations to help free up the joint and lasting pain relief. > To find out more about treatment for arthritis call our clinic on (03) 9017 4784 and Dr. Phil is more than happy to chat to you about your concerns. Alternatively, we are open 6 days a week to talk to our staff of or you can book an appointment anytime on our website at www.bodylinehealth.com . See more

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06.01.2022 SCIATICA Can be the cause of : Lower back pain WHAT IS IT? Sciatica treatment is the commonly treated back ailment at Bodyline Health - Sciatica is a symptom of lower back pain where pain runs along the sciatic nerve - down the back and into the legs. The pain (often described as tingling, numbness, or weakness) can be shooting in the muscles of the buttocks and travel down the legs.... SYMPTOMS: Sciatica is often characterised by one or more of the following- Pain across the lower back/buttock that runs down one leg (left or right side only, rarely both sides) Shooting down the leg but not past the knee Pain that gets worse when standing up from sitting position Causes difficult when walk for prolonged periods Burning or tingling pain that is rated as severe COMMON CAUSES: There are numerous causes of Sciatica, however a large portion of all back problems occur when a person is - More stress than usual, - Completing greater periods of time sitting in a car/or at a computer, - Changes in normal sleeping routine in different bed/ postures (i.e. with children) - Or after doing repetitive movement that your body is not accustom too (such as painting up a ladder or digging in the garden). One or a combination of these changes (in our experience) often results in two common conditions that than lead to irritation of the Sciatic nerve and the resulting back and leg pain. Piriformis Tension the sciatic nerve runs under the when the Piriformis muscle (deep in the buttock). If the Piriformus muscle becomes irritated due to tightness or inflation it compresses the sciatic nerve underneath thus creating the sciatica-type pain. Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction The sacroiliac joint is located at the bottom of the spine, there you see the two dimples at tthe pelvis. If this joint is becomes misaligned, it is unable to function properly . This distortion cause nerve irritation, inflammation and tension to the muscles surrounding the joint thus causing sciatica-type pain. MANAGEMENT: Diagnosis of Sciatica is done by examination of hip, back and leg movements to see where the discomfort lies. The majority of sciatica episodes usually subside within a 6-12 week time frame. However, with the correct treatment the recovery time can be cut in half. MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES: At Bodyline Health, our experienced practitioners offer the following treatments and advice will allow the more prompt and full recovery from your sciatica pain. Treatment techniques are as follows: Chiropractic/manual manipulation Massage Dry needling/acupuncture Home exercise and stretches for lower back pain Interested? If you are in need of our services, we can help. Our clinic and phone lines are open 6 days a week, so give us a call on 9017 4784 and we can book you in for an appointment!

06.01.2022 Treatment for Lateral Epicondylitis with Chiropractic Care at Lower Plenty. TENNIS ELBOW (LATERAL EPICONDYLITIS) What is it? Tennis Elbow occurs when the connective tissue around the outside of the forearm/elbow becomes irritated or damaged. Medically referred to as tendonitis (itis meaning inflammation)... Who is it Common in? Although, it is referred to as Tennis elbow it is most commonly seen in people after prolonged periods of overuse around the home, such as when gardening on a sunny day for hours, painting the home or doing handy man actives that require repeated drilling or hammering. It can be seen in racquet sport players and often seen in golfers. it is most common at about age 40. Causes: Tennis elbow can be caused by repetitive wrist and arm motions. These motions can cause strain on muscle and stress on tendons, it is this constant tugging that can eventually cause tissue damage. Signs and Symptoms: Symptoms of tennis elbow include pain and tenderness on the outside of your elbow. This is where the injured tendons attach to the bone. This pain may transfer into the upper or lower arm. Management and Treatment Plan: Diagnosis of tennis elbow is done via examination of arm, wrist and elbow movements to see where the discomfort lies. This injury can take many months to heal; however, with the correct treatment the recovery is far more rapid. Management techniques include: Typically includes massage, home exercise, bracing and strapping, - however at Bodyline Health we offer dry needling along with adjustive techniques (to neck, shoulder, elbow and wrist), which are all unique and absolutely critical in the more prompt and full recovery from this injury. Interested? If you or someone you know are currently suffering from lateral epicondylitis or even pain or discomfort around the elbow, give us a call to book an appointment with one of our practitioners today! Ph: 9017 4784

05.01.2022 To All Our Valued Patients, Just an update to inform you all that Allied Health Services are an essential service and that we are still OPEN. Our Practitioners who are currently working are:... * Dr Phillip Mifsud - Chiropractor * Dr Michelle Scholten - Chiropractor * Ceyda Hart - Podiatrist * Mary Fleming - Physiotherapist/Acupuncture * Catherine Farchione - Chinese Medicine/Acupuncture * Austin Health - Pathology Our Reception Staff and Practitioners are taking all precautionary measures to prevent cross infection by: maintaining high levels of sanitation and disinfecting of all high touching areas, wearing of facial masks, maintaining high standard of self hygiene practices, asking patients to wait in their cars until their appointment times and bringing in their own towels from home for their consults. If you are working from home, Mary Fleming, our Physiotherapist, is conducting a 30 minute Home Work Space Assessment which includes Ergonomic Setups and exercises. We understand that these are trying times for everyone and that we all need to make all necessary adjustments to help get through this together. So please, don't go suffering with aches and pains whilst in isolation, if you're in discomfort, we are here to take care of your health needs. Call 9017 4784 to organise your appointment today. #footwisepodiatrygroup #flemingphysiotherapyandacupuncture #longevitychinesemedicine #lowerplentychiropractic

02.01.2022 Acupuncture is used as a substitute medicine of traditional Chinese medicine to heal pain, arthritis, asthma, headache, migraine, and menstrual disorder. Acupuncture should be performed by a professional practitioner. #Acupuncture #Watsonia (03) 9017-4784

02.01.2022 Anyone else suffering from Hay Fever? We understand how limiting these symptoms can be on your life.. however, probiotics can help ease the symptoms! We stock a range of practitioner exclusive probiotics, talk to your Chiropractor, Dr Phil, Dr Manal or Dr Michelle, about these next time and put that tissue box away! Lower Plenty Chiropractic Clinic Dr Manal Hamoud Chiropractor at Bodyline Health

01.01.2022 To our valued Patients and Families, In this challenging situation we wanted to take the time to let you know how much we value both your health, and that of our team. We are doing our part in trying to limit the spread of the corona virus (Covid-19) to you and your families, our staff and their families, and our community in general.... We kindly ask that if you have travelled overseas and have recently returned within the past two weeks or will soon be returning, that you follow the current advice from health authorities and self isolate for 14 days before coming in for your next appointment. For those that havent travelled, we respect your decision during this time to do what you feel is necessary to keep both yourself and your family safe. We ask that you do reschedule your upcoming appointment at the clinic if you are experiencing any flu-type symptoms including: coughs, sore throat, fever and have been in contact with someone who has recently travelled overseas. Please let reception know as soon as possible if you are cancelling or rescheduling your appointment so that we can make any necessary amendments. Of course late cancellation fees will be waived if you do develop symptoms within the late cancellation period - being within 5 hrs of your appointment time . As a health service, we are following a high standard of hygiene practices every day as part of our usual routine that will assist with preventing cross-infection, these are, but not limited to: * Washing hands or using alcohol based hand sanitiser before and after every appointment/patient * Wiping down all treatment surfaces and toys in our treatment rooms between every appointment * Removal of magazines and children's toys/books from our waiting room * We ask that all patients to wash their hands with soapy water and use a hand sanitiser before and after their appointments * Our reception team are wiping down contact surfaces (benches, door handles, waiting room seats, eftpos terminals etc) regularly throughout the day * Reception is encouraging patients to pay by card rather than cash At this stage our Clinic is operating as normal and will not be closing and will be continuing to support your health care. We will take advice from our Associations and the Commonwealth and State Departments of Health and act on that advice. As always your health is our priority and we are watching the warnings as this situation unfolds. If at any time we are instructed to close the clinic, the length of the closure will depend upon the advice of the relevant government departments. If this is to be the case, all patients with appointments will be notified via phone. We appreciate your understanding and assistance during this time. If you have any questions in relation to the above, please dont hesitate to give us a call - 9017 4784. Yours in health Bodyline Health Management

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