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Bodywell Healthcare

Locality: Mernda, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9717 1200

Address: 50 Schotters Road 3754 Mernda, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.bodywellhealthcare.com.au

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25.01.2022 ITS WOMENS HEALTH WEEK! 7-11 September Sure, we should always be thinking about our health but sadly most women tend to put themselves at the bottom of the "To-Do" list Your body DESERVES to be looked after just as much as the family/friends/pets/plants you prioritise! ... This week is not only about bringing to attention some of the health issues women face, but it is also about putting YOURSELF (and your health!) FIRST! .... Which we know can be hard - and yes, may seem unrealistic - but its not! Check out the official website and Jean Hailes for Womens Health for some ideas and events going on nationwide

25.01.2022 DAFFODIL DAY The daffodil is the international symbol of HOPE for people affected by cancer. They are strong, resilient flowers and the bright yellow colouring signals the return of spring, representing new life and growth To Cancer Council, and those affected by cancer, the daffodil represents hope for a cancer free future

24.01.2022 Mummas - is taking care of your newborn taking a toll on your body? Chances are that youve been up all hours of the night (and day!) and your neck, back, and shoulders are feeling pretty sore. Dont worry - weve got your back! Check out our blog for all the info you need to make a few simple changes and give your aching muscles a much-needed break! ... https://bodywellhealthcare.com.au//caring-for-a-newborn-t/

23.01.2022 Anyone else this excited that playgrounds have opened up again? #FridayFunny

22.01.2022 Take a moment to think about this question - Does chronic pain affect your life? How about the life of your partner, child, parent, or friend? If you answered yes, then this video is a must-watch for you! https://vimeo.com/86952259... For more resources, visit Chronic Pain Australia #NationalPainWeek2020

21.01.2022 WOMENS HEALTH WEEK Endometriosis and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) These are two very common gynecologic disorders that often go undiagnosed as they can hide in plain sight An estimated 5-11% of women face either one, or both of these conditions.... Many sufferers are often plagued with not only the varying effects of the disease itself, but also musculoskeletal pain which can be debilitating at times this includes back, pelvic, abdominal pain or headaches to name a few. Although we cannot cure or treat the underlying conditions specifically, your osteopath may be able to provide relief from the chronic pain that often accompanies them Endometriosis Australia and PCOS Awareness Association are both great resources if you are wanting to find out more about these conditions

21.01.2022 Bodywell Healthcare are looking for participants to model for photos for our website! WHEN: Friday January 15th from 1:30pm to 2:30pm WHO: We are in search of the following models: ... An infant (aged 4 to 6 months) A senior adult (aged 60+) If you are able to help us out, or know someone who may be interested, please call us on 9717 1200 or send us an email at [email protected]

20.01.2022 Bodywell Healthcare's Latest News - https://mailchi.mp/bodywell/bodywell-latest-news-esjgkjceqn Welcome Daniel Allan!

20.01.2022 Looking for more DIY Fathers day ideas for the kids to do? Weve got you covered! https://www.happinessishomemade.net/free-fathers-day-print/

20.01.2022 Bodywell is back open again for 2021!! We're ready to get back into the swing of things after our refreshing break, and we look forward to seeing you around the clinic soon! Please be aware that fitted face masks are still mandatory when attending your appointments, and we do require you to fill out a COVID screening form prior to each appointment you attend. ... If you have any questions, or if you would like to make an appointment please call us on 9717 1200, or you can book here: https://www.bodywellhealthcare.com.au/book-online/

20.01.2022 Happy World Breastfeeding Week 2020! This years theme is supporting breastfeeding for a healthier planet #WBW2020 #breastfeeding #WABA

19.01.2022 AN IMPORTANT UPDATE PLEASE READ Due to stage 4 restrictions and new legislation from the Department of Health & Human Services, over the next six weeks we will only able to provide face to face appointments for those in need of urgent care. Urgent care will be decided on a case by case basis, but may include factors such as:... - If your pain is significantly impacting your functional independence - If a delay in providing care would result in you attending an emergency department You do NOT need a referral from a GP to attend for urgent care. However, if you think that you are in need of an urgent appointment please call us, and one of our osteopaths will have a chat to you prior to making an appointment. Please keep your booking confirmation email when travelling to the clinic. If you are an existing client of Bodywell Healthcare, you can attend urgent care appointments even if you live further than 5 km from the clinic. However, all new patients who require urgent care MUST live within the 5km radius. If you are a new client and live further than 5 km from the clinic, we can provide recommendations on another osteopath or allied health professional closer to you. Please note, we will have reduced hours over the next six weeks, as well as reduced reception availability. If you think that you are in need of an urgent appointment, please contact us via phone on 9717 1200 and leave us a voicemail, or you can email us at [email protected] Unfortunately, we will not be able to provide routine/maintenance appointments at this point in time. If you already have an appointment booked in with us prior to September 14th, your osteopath will be in touch over the coming week to speak with you. Rest assured we are still available to you in other ways throughout the next six weeks! We will continue to have our Telehealth services running, and we are available for contact by phone or email our osteos are always more than happy to provide guidance on how to manage your pain, advise you on exercises to try, or even just to have a chat! We understand how frustrating this situation is for everyone, however due to the current circumstances it is important that we all do our bit to keep everyone safe. We thank you for your ongoing understanding and your support. We will get through the next six weeks together, and come out even stronger on the other side of this!

19.01.2022 Networking in the age of social distancing! We love catching up with our ever-expanding referral network in any way that we can (although we do miss the coffee and cakes from face to face catch ups!) Many thanks to Dr. Marita Long from Rivergum Medical Centre for presenting

19.01.2022 Dont forget to keep moving throughout the day, especially when youre working from home Heres a throwback to one of Sarahs stretching sessions - give it a go, you might be surprised by how much better you feel! https://www.facebook.com/bodywellhealthcare/videos/240812433799123/

18.01.2022 Fathers Day is just around the corner... Heres a fantastic FREE, do-it-yourself activity for the kids to do at home

17.01.2022 COVID-19 CLINIC UPDATE We hope that this update finds you well Our professional association, Osteopathy Australia, is helping us seek further clarification as to what Sundays announcement means for osteopathy and for the Bodywell clinic. ... Please be aware that the current requirement of being able to provide face to face sessions for urgent appointments only, still applies for the time being. We are still here for Telehealth consultations for ALL patients, and are also more than happy to have a chat with you on the phone if you have any questions or concerns about your pain. We will keep you updated as soon as we hear more info. Until then, take care and stay safe.

17.01.2022 SUNDAY FUN-DAY! Just a reminder about the Hurstbridge Wattle Festival happening RIGHT NOW! And not to worry - if youve got other plans the website will have it available until the 2021 festival rolls around

17.01.2022 As with everyone, we at Bodywell Healthcare are in the process of adapting to stage 4 restrictions. Some details have not yet been finalized by the Government, so we apologize for any sudden changes over the coming days. Unfortunately, due to some of these changes, the Bodywell clinic will be closed tomorrow Thursday 6th August while we await further clarification from the Government. Online bookings will also be unavailable until further notice - we apologize for these inc...onveniences. Under stage 4 restrictions, osteopathic clinics can continue to see patients, however the State Government has placed restrictions on who can attend for face to face appointments. These restrictions include the need for a GP or medical specialist referral for your osteopathic appointments. If you have a GP referred appointment, travel restrictions (more than 5km from home) will not apply. We strongly advise that you travel with proof of your appointment in case you are stopped. For this purpose, please retain your confirmation email or your SMS appointment reminder. We are continuing to offer our Telehealth services if you do not wish to leave your at this time. To find out more about this service click here: https://bodywellhealthcare.com.au/telehealth/ If you have any questions, please call us on 9717 1200, or email us at [email protected]. Please be aware that we will have reduced reception, so please leave a voicemail so that we can return your call as promptly as possible. We will let you know more as soon as we find out more information. We thank you for your ongoing patience and understanding as we navigate these new waters!

16.01.2022 Times are tough at the moment, and as we reach the midway point of recent restrictions it is as important as ever to ensure we are looking after both our bodies AND our minds Sometimes it can be difficult to recognise why we, or our family/friends may be feeling a bit "off" and it can be even harder to find ways in which we can try to help Check out these self-care tips from headspace that you may be able to implement in your every day to not only help yourself but also those around you

15.01.2022 SELF-CARE SUNDAY Here at Bodywell Healthcare we are big believers in movement being an integral part of your overall health and well-being When we sit down for long periods of time we can often feel pretty stiff and sore, and may become less motivated to get up and move around BECAUSE we feel this way.... Have you ever uttered these phrases in reference to exercise? "I dont have time" "I dont know what to do" "Im too tired/sore/cant be bothered" Dont worry, we have too! Thats why we have the amazing Yoga With Adriene to show us how to get moving in a gentle and easy way! Even if youve never tried yoga before this is a great way to have a taste for it. Go on, give it a go!

15.01.2022 Have you heard any of these common pain myths before? Lets get down to the truth of it! Check out Chronic Pain Australia and http://www.nationalpainweek.org.au/ for more information, great resources, and a fantastic support network! #NationalPainWeek2020 #ChronicPain #Osteopath #BackPain #NeckPain #TheTruthAboutPain

13.01.2022 CLINIC CLOSURE Just a friendly reminder that we will be closing the Bodywell Clinic from December 25th until January 3rd for some much needed R&R We hope you understand that during this time we will be unavailable until our reopening on January 4th. If you need to get in touch with us you can do so by one of the following: ... - Leave us a voicemail on 9717 1200 - Send us an email at [email protected] - Send us a facebook message - Or you can book online right here https://www.bodywellhealthcare.com.au/book-online/ STAY SAFE EVERYONE

13.01.2022 THANK YOU 2020 has been an interesting year to say the least, and the Bodywell Team would like to extend a MASSIVE thank you for all of your ongoing support. We certainly could not have made it through the year without each and every one of you! Wishing you all a safe and happy holiday season! Bring on 2021!

13.01.2022 MEET THE TEAM MONDAY Dr. Madelaine Traeger (Osteopath) See Madelaine for:... Musculoskeletal Issues Children Infants Pregnancy Breastfeeding Madelaine is a caring osteopath who is passionate about helping people become pain free. Her treatment style is a combination of gentle and strong techniques tailored to patient needs, and shes particularly interested in treating children and babies. Madelaines previous role was working closely with other health professionals including dentists, lactation consultants and speech pathologists at a paediatric clinic. She is currently studying to become an international board-certified lactation consultant. Becoming a mother gave Madelaine new insight into the benefits of osteopathy throughout pregnancy, and to address infant feeding issues and other new-parent concerns. When Madelaine is not running after her gorgeous daughter, she loves bushwalking and being outdoors in nature. To book an appointment with Madelaine, click here https://bodywell.au1.cliniko.com/bookings

13.01.2022 Although weve been remote learning for what feels like forever, you might still have some uncertainties about how to tackle some of the struggles that come with it. Here are some tips from the Bodywell team on how to support your kids physical and mental wellbeing whilst home-schooling, and help save your sanity in the process! https://bodywellhealthcare.com.au//remote-learning-the-ki/

13.01.2022 COVID-19 CLINIC UPDATE - PLEASE READ With Stage 4 restrictions extended for the next fortnight, Bodywell Healthcare will be able to continue to provide face to face care for clients who meet the DHHS requirements for urgent care. If you think that you are in need of an urgent appointment, or if you have any questions for us, please get in touch with us via 9717 1200 or via [email protected]... We will be in contact over the coming days with all clients who currently have an appointment scheduled in the next fortnight, to screen for urgency of care, and to rebook those who do not meet the criteria. Please remember, we are still available for Telehealth consultations and for advice over the phone - if you are unsure about anything, please reach out to us. If you would like some advice on managing your pain, please call us! We are more than happy to put together an exercise program to help keep your body moving until we can see you face to face. We completely understand how frustrating this is for all of you - we are frustrated too. We are eagerly awaiting the day that we can provide face to face appointments for all clients and see you all again! Thank you, and as always - take care.

12.01.2022 Whats everyone feeling like this week? #FridayFunny

12.01.2022 Its Migraine & Headache Awareness Week Did you know that migraines affect 20% of the population at some stage in their lives, with 35-45-year-olds affected the most? (Headaches Australia) Studies show that an estimated 69 percent of migraine patients experience tightness, stiffness, or pain in their necks in association with headaches and migraines ... This trapezius self-release technique is one of our favourite home exercises! It can help increase neck mobility, reduce tightness in the neck and shoulder, and may provide improvement in your headache pain. Try it out and let us know what you think!

12.01.2022 Have you been cooped up in the car this holiday season? Did Christmas day leave you feeling a bit frazzled? Then this stretching session with Sarah is the perfect way to loosen up those muscles and let your mind unwind!

11.01.2022 A bit of fun for your Friday morning!

11.01.2022 Heres to all the wonderful dads in our lives, no matter where they are. We wish you all a very happy Fathers Day

10.01.2022 MERRY CHRISTMAS! We hope that each and every one of you has a wonderful Christmas day with your loved ones - may it be full of laughter and delicious food!

08.01.2022 FATHERS DAY GIVEAWAY Weve got this fantastic prize to get dad feeling his best this Fathers day! Heres how to enter: ... Like this post Follow the Bodywell Facebook page Tell us in the comments below about one of your favourite memories with your dad We will announce the winner on Thursday September 3rd, so be sure to get commenting for your chance to win!

08.01.2022 Anyone else searching for a new activity to do with the family during this lockdown time? Who wants to "experience the magic of little penguins returning home at sunset to one of the largest penguin colonies in Australia" WELL! The incredible team at Phillip Island Nature Parks have you covered and are live-streaming their spectacular Penguin Parade! Check it out on their Facebook page nightly at 6pm

07.01.2022 Have you been told that you have sciatica, but you're not really sure what that means? Check out our new blog to find out: What sciatica is Some common causes of sciatica... How osteopathic treatment could help with your sciatic pain https://www.bodywellhealthcare.com.au/sciatica-what-causes/

07.01.2022 ..OPEN.. Well have more information tomorrow, but all current indications are that we will continue to be classified as an essential service and will remain open. We continue to uphold our thorough hygiene and sanitizing protocols - you can rest assured that we are doing everything we can to keep our clinic a safe place for you to attend.... You are allowed to travel more than 5km from home to attend healthcare appointments - we look forward to seeing you at the Bodywell clinic soon! If you have any questions, or if you need anything, please dont hesitate to contact the clinic on 9717 1200. Until then, stay safe and well #bodywellhealthcare #essentialservice #openforbusiness #mernda #doreen #whittlesea

06.01.2022 A bit of Friday fun brought to you by Noah & Jacob! Have your kids been playing dress up at home too?

06.01.2022 Big Group Hug Reverse Advent Calendar - Week 3 We're half way through our Reverse Advent Calendar collection! For the week ahead, we are collecting the following items:... Nappies for ages 6-24+ months Children's hairbrushes, combs, lip balms, and after-bath lotions Teen's pyjamas, socks, and pillow cases Baby wash and lotions Baby socks, singlets, and undergarments Children's drawing supplies: pencils & extras, pencil cases, plain drawing pads Teen's reading and writing: pens, plain pads, books Please be aware that all donations need to be: Brand new Unopened and unused No Christmas themes Not wrapped Thank you for your ongoing support of this wonderful organization! #BGHreverseadvent #mernda #doreen #whittlesea #communitycare

05.01.2022 YAY ITS THE WEEKEND And guess what!? Tomorrow the Hurstbridge Wattle Festival is going ahead ONLINE! Just because we cant be there in person, doesnt mean we still cant experience the magic of this time of year There are LOADS of things to see and get involved in, including virtual story-time for the kids! Check out more ideas and activities on their facebook page and/or the website

05.01.2022 How might an osteopath help you with managing your lower back pain? Asking a thorough history about your pain and your medical history Looking at how your body moves and functions as a whole, not just at the site of pain Provide a diagnosis and explanation of your pain... Perform hands-on manual therapy to help reduce current pain levels Provide a treatment plan with goals that are relevant to what YOU want to achieve See more

03.01.2022 WOMENS HEALTH WEEK gut, bladder and bowel health Weve heard this one a million times before, but its really important to take care of yourself from the INSIDE OUT!

03.01.2022 A friendly reminder from the Bodywell team to please make sure to fill out your COVID screening form prior to attending your appointment. The link to complete the form can be found within the confirmation email that you receive when you schedule your appointment. By making sure you complete this form, you help us keep the Bodywell clinic a safe place to attend for all ... We thank you all for your understanding and patience as we continue to adapt to the challenges of 2020!

03.01.2022 2020 has definitely been a challenging year for us all, and R U OK Day has never seemed more relevant than it does right now. We want you to know that the Bodywell team is always here to support you The good news is that you dont have to be an expert to start a conversation with a friend or loved one - just by asking the question, and listening without judgement, you could help make a world of difference for someone who is struggling. ... If you want more advice on how to speak with someone about their mental health, take a moment to check out the FREE conversation guide available here: www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask

02.01.2022 Thank you to everyone who participated in our giveaway, we love seeing so much support for local businesses Congratulations to our winner - Bianca Hasim You can send us a message here on Facebook, or via email at [email protected] to organize collection of your voucher.

01.01.2022 How cool is this image?! An original May Gibbs drawing from 1919 - drawn for the Spanish Flu epidemic. #MaskUpMelbourne

01.01.2022 WOMENS HEALTH WEEK + R U OK DAY! Studies show that exercise can have positive effects on BOTH our physical and mental health. And we know that both of these are SO important to our overall well-being. So while the sun is shining, what better excuse than to be out and about and get moving!

01.01.2022 Did anyone catch the fantastic article from fellow osteopath Michelle Funder in The Age this weekend? A very relevant topic - "How 2020 impacted our physical health" You can check it out here ... https://todayspaper.smedia.com.au//shared/ShowArticle.aspx Copyright The Age 2020

01.01.2022 It goes without saying that 2020 has been a stressful year for everyone, and if left un-managed, stress can contribute to muscle pain and headaches. With stage 4 restrictions meaning that we can only see urgent cases at the Bodywell clinic, we encourage you to make sure you take time each day to de-stress to help keep those aches and pains at bay. Try this 10 minute guided mindfulness meditation from Calm and take note of how your body feels before and after. You can do it on... your own or with the whole family https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=syx3a1_LeFo

01.01.2022 This definitely counts as exercise right? #FridayFunny