Dr. Luke Kukuruzovic in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia | Osteopath

Dr. Luke Kukuruzovic

Locality: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9720 7970

Address: 109 Canterbury Road, Bayswater North 3153 Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Website: https://macfarlaneclinic.com.au

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25.01.2022 MY RIGHT QUAD IS A PLEB! - - Your thigh muscles take 4-6 x your body weight per stride when running. -... - Unfortunately for me, my right quad doesnt like to pull its share and as such I have strained it yet again (run they said, it will be good for you!) - - So its time for rehab, starting with wall sits to load the muscle isometrically (the muscle is working without the leg moving). Beginning by holding for 10-15 seconds and repeating 3-4. - - Gradually I will progress this to longer holds, then incorporate knee extensions, reverse nordic curls, squats, jumps etc to build my strength back up! - - #osteo #osteopathy #medicine #rehab #rehabilitation #exercise #gym #fitness #health #running #marathon #snowboarding #quads #bayswatervic #lilydalevic #croydonvic #boroniavictoria #boronia #Croydon #lilydale #triathlon #bayswater #physio #wallsits #strengthandconditioning #strength See more

23.01.2022 ! - From the 19th of October (tomorrow!), there are no restrictions in place for allied health! - What does this mean? It means anyone can come for an appointment, regardless of severity! I will be opening some more hours from tomorrow onwards!... - If you need some attention, give MacFarlane Clinic a call on 9720 7970! - #osteo #osteopathy #medicine #rehab #rehabilitation #exercise #covid #bayswater #Croydon #boronia #lilydale #lilydalevic #bayswatervic #boroniavictoria #croydonvic #kilsyth See more

22.01.2022 Great post borrowed from "The Sports Physio" (@adammeakins over on Facebook. Quite often clinicians focus on things that arent that important at the expense of other factors. #osteo #osteopathy #rehabilitation #rehab #exercise #pelvis #alignment #sports

22.01.2022 BIG NEWS- ITS STAR WARS DAY!! (May the 4th for those who aren't in the know. As in, May the 4th be with you....) Thanks to @triplemmelb for this masterpiece. Combining two of my loves, Star Wars and AC/DC!... #starwars #starwarsday #acdc #rocknroll #r2d2 #maytheforcebewithyou

21.01.2022 **FREE S&C PLANS TO GET YOU THORUGH LOCKDOWN #2!** With the news that gyms are AGAIN going to close in Melbourne, Im offering you a FREE personalised at home training plan! - All you need to do to get a plan is comment below why you enjoy training!... - Plans will be tailored to your specific need and home set up. No equipment? No worries! - If you would like some further info, drop me a message! - #osteo #osteopathy #strengthandconditioning #exercise #fitness #squats #quads #gym #movement #bayswatervic #lilydalevic #croydonvic #boroniavictoria #boronia #Croydon #lilydale #trainathome #homegym @ Macfarlane Clinic Osteo See more

20.01.2022 **STRENGTH TESTING** - Have been playing around with a new force measurement tool (dynamometer) and wanted to test my lower body! - Using a heavy treatment table, seatbelt and the dynamometer, I have tested many different movements to see the max force I could produce!... - At all times I was pushing against the belt and into the dynamometer as forcefully as I could. - Which movement do you think was strongest? Results will be dropped tomorrow! - - - #osteo #osteopathy #muscles #strength #strengthandconditioning #muscletesting #dynamometer #physio #physiotherapy #rehab #rehabilitation #exercise #gym #fitness #health @ Macfarlane Clinic Osteo See more

20.01.2022 Have you heard of the Big 3 strengthening exercises for Low back pain? Tune in tomorrow at 10am tomorrow to find out what they are as well as some practical stretching and lifting advice ***NEW FREE WEBINAR! FRIDAY 17TH APRIL 10AM!***... "MOBILITY, STRENGTH AND LIFTING TECHNIQUES FOR LOWER BACK PAIN" (aka: Back Pain Episode V - The Exercise Strikes Back!") Tune in to see some helpful tips on exercises that you can perform at home! Topic: Webinar Series - Part 2: Mobility, Strength and Lifting technique for Low back Pain Time: Apr 17, 2020 10:00 AM Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney Join Zoom Meeting Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/462770416?pwd=m3lBFuxPOv0 Meeting ID: 462 770 416 Password: 7jz7Hn To keep up to date with further announcements, make sure to follow us on on our socials: Instagram - @lukekukosteo, @bryandinh_osteopath Facebook- MacFarlane Clinic osteo #osteo #osteopathy #rehabilitation #rehab #exercise #mobility #lifting #strength #starwars #webinar #zoom #lilydale #lilydalevic #bayswatervic #bayswater #Croydon #boronia #flexion #big3 #spine

20.01.2022 ? ! A simple yet very effective exercise to help reduce shoulder pain and make it easier to reach overhead! If you have any questions, comment them below!

19.01.2022 FINAL REMINDERS!! THIS IS HAPPENING TOMORROW! DM ME IF INTERESTED IN TUNING IN! *** WHAT IS LOW BACK PAIN AND HOW CAN I MANAGE IT FROM HOME *** *** FREE ZOOM WEBINAR FROM HOME TUNE IN THIS THURS 9th APR @10am ... Very excited to present our very first Webinar on Low back pain and how you can manage it at home with my fellow Osteopath Bryan Dinh. Weve been preparing this presentation for a couple of weeks now so very excited to present it. Message me or email [email protected] to register your interest!! Hope everyone is staying safe

19.01.2022 OSTEOPATHY AND STAGE 4 RESTRICTIONS AN IMPORTANT UPDATE PLEASE READ Due to stage 4 restrictions and new legislation from the Department of Health & Human Serv...ices, over the next six weeks (hopefully no longer!) 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 text message when travelling to the clinic. We are not able to provide routine/maintenance care at this point in time. If you have a pre-booked appointment, expect a call from your Osteopath to discuss options. We will be offering some limited telehealth appointments, and our Osteos are always happy to have a chat if you are having any issues! You are allowed to travel outside your 5km zone to attend appointments, IF YOU ARE ALREADY AN EXISTING CLIENT AT THE CLINIC. New clients are advised to seek a practitioner within your 5km zone. 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 9720 7970. Leave a voicemail if necessary and we WILL get back to you! 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. Kind regards, The Macfarlane Clinic Team

19.01.2022 I guess thats why its called crack! In all seriousness though, a manipulation (crack) can be a good way to reduce pain, but needs to be in conjunction with strengthening/rehab to provide lasting results. #osteo #osteopathy #manipulation #backcrack #backpain #adjustment #rehabilitation #boroniavictoria #lilydale #lilydalevic #bayswatervic

18.01.2022 **REVERSE NORDICS** - Enforced day off today as I wait for the results from my Covid-19 test, so why not use the time to smash my quads! - -... Reverse nordics eccentrically load the quadriceps muscle, essentially meaning they are lengthening and getting strong at the same time! - - These can be quite taxing (I was spent after 3!), so take it easy when starting out! - - #osteo #osteopathy #medicine #rehab #rehabilitation #exercise #gym #fitness #health #squats #quads #running #marathon #skiing #snowboarding #thigh #bayswatervic #lilydalevic #croydonvic #boroniavictoria #boronia #Croydon #lilydale #triathlon #bayswater #physio #reversenordics #exerciserehab See more

18.01.2022 Remember to rest up after strenuous activity! (In this case, it was barking at absolutely nothing at 2am in the morning!) #osteo #osteopathy #recovery #sleep #barkingdog #health #fitness #boroniavictoria #bayswatervic #croydonvic

17.01.2022 FREE WEBINAR ON LOWER BACK PAIN With lots of allied health clinics closed, learning how to manage your back pain at home has never been more important! Join us ...for a FREE webinar on Thursday 9th April, 10am, hosted by Osteopaths Bryan and Luke. Spaces are limited, so secure your spot by emailing [email protected] (please not change of date from previous post. Forgot that Friday is Good Friday!)

16.01.2022 After having to do the most amount study since I left uni, you can now call me Dr. Coach! #asca #strengthandconditioning #coach #level1 #weights #training #running #fitness #health #osteo #osteopathy #workout #gym #gains #bayswater #Croydon #boronia #boroniavictoria #bayswatervic

16.01.2022 Hello just to update all patients, We are STILL OPEN and have numerous sanitary measures in place. You will now be required to use the Hand sanitiser on enteri...ng reception area. I know a lot of people are using it personally but we can not allow one person not to sadly. Reception staff are constantly wiping all countertops and the pen with strong strength cleaner. The practitioners are wiping down their rooms between patients and we are using alcohol swabs to wipe down the HiCaps machine and pin pad. WE DO REQUIRE IF YOU ARE SHOWING ANY SIGNS OF COLD or sniffles or even a mild cough, to PLEASE RESCHEDULE your appointment. THANK YOU and STAY WELL and remember "WASH YOUR HANDS TO THE TUNE OF HAPPY BIRTHDAY"

15.01.2022 Everyone will need some support in the coming days/weeks/months. Make sure youre looking out for those around you and reach out to those that may be doing it tough. #lockeddownbutnotout #isolatedbutnotalone

14.01.2022 ! Another simple exercise to help relieve shoulder pain and improve movement!

13.01.2022 Just when you thought this year couldn't get any weirder, I'm going to attempt to grow facial hair! As many of you would be aware, my beard growing skills are mildly lacking (non-existent), so this could get ugly! Whilst all in good fun, I am doing this raise money and awareness for men's health issues.... As an extra incentive, the person who makes the largest donation can decide what I do with the Mo! (keep it, shave it, style it etc!) Check out my MoSpace at https://movember.com/m/14297210?mc=1 #movember #growamo #saveabro #osteopathy

13.01.2022 ***NEW FREE WEBINAR! FRIDAY 17TH APRIL 10AM!*** "MOBILITY, STRENGTH AND LIFTING TECHNIQUES FOR LOWER BACK PAIN" (aka: Back Pain Episode V - The Exercise Strikes Back!")... Tune in to see some helpful tips on exercises that you can perform at home! Topic: Webinar Series - Part 2: Mobility, Strength and Lifting technique for Low back Pain Time: Apr 17, 2020 10:00 AM Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/462770416?pwd=m3lBFuxPOv0 Meeting ID: 462 770 416 Password: 7jz7Hn To keep up to date with further announcements, make sure to follow us on on our socials: Instagram - @lukekukosteo, @bryandinh_osteopath Facebook- MacFarlane Clinic osteo If you missed our previous lower back pain webinar, you can view it right here: https://youtu.be/K41iU-09nC4 Hope you all have a safe and happy Easter weekend! #osteo #osteopathy #rehabilitation #rehab #exercise #mobility #lifting #strength #starwars #webinar #zoom #lilydale #lilydalevic #bayswatervic #bayswater #Croydon #boronia

13.01.2022 NEW VIDEO ALERT! Once again thanks to everyone who tuned in to view low back pain exercise webinar that myself and @bryandinh_osteopath hosted! The recording is now live over on YouTube, so go check it out!... https://youtu.be/36r9321g64E

12.01.2022 QUAD REHAB - Having trouble doing wall squats? It can be awkward to get in and out of them at times. - But, by using a skateboard, the exercise becomes an easy roll!... - Can also be used as a progression into single leg squatting! - - - #osteo #osteopathy #medicine #rehab #rehabilitation #exercise #gym #fitness #health #squats #quads #skateboard #snowboarding #running #marathon #physio #bayswatervic #lilydalevic #croydonvic #boroniavictoria #boronia #Croydon #lilydale #triathlon #bayswater See more

11.01.2022 ! Spending too much time driving your desk? (I know I am during lockdown!) Give these 2 exercises a go to help reduce any upper back stiffness that you may have!

11.01.2022 Heat or ice? Just crack it "back in?" @physiogram ... #ouch #effed #neck #injury #messedup #rehab #rehabilitation

10.01.2022 **STRENGTH TESTING - RESULTS ARE IN!** - Here are my top 3 strength producing movements! - Some really surprising results were found!... - This may change the way I approach strength training and the importance of some movements. However, do keep in mind that these are isolated tests and are not necessarily transferable into daily movement and functioning, but they can act as a good guide! - Were you expecting these results? Are you shook? Let me know! - - - #osteo #osteopathy #muscles #strength #strengthandconditioning #rehab #gym #fitness #health #squats #quads #rehabilitation #exercise #running #marathon #exercisephysiology #physio #physiotherapy #training #bayswater #boronia #Croydon #lilydale #triathlon #bayswatervic #lilydalevic #croydonvic #boroniavictoria @ Macfarlane Clinic Osteo See more

09.01.2022 ! A very common exercise is the step up, but did you know there are many varieties? Some get you puffing more, others test your strength! Try all of these and see the difference!

08.01.2022 Its everyones job to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Wash your hands Stay at home if sick Sanitise surfaces ... Dont stockpile toilet paper! #coronavirus #covd19 #prevention #virus #medicine #pandemic #toiletpapershortage2020

08.01.2022 ! Foam rollers can be used for more than just massaging muscles! Give these exercises a go if you really want to test yourself!... GLUTE BRIDGE - squeeze through bum muscles to lift hips off ground - straighten knees whilst keeping hips off ground. You should feel your bum muscles and hamstrings burn! - bring knees back to a bent position and drop hips to floor AB ROLL OUT - engage/tighten your abdomen - start straightening out from your knees - keep your back straight (dont let it bend or sag). Will feel like a really hard plank if done correctly. - roll back to start position You can find more foam rolling videos over on my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAE596IpJDIIGop7BvFkEbw

08.01.2022 (!) - So I've been in a losing war this year (like the great australian emu war. Look it up, it's legit!) with my right quad. - Decided I need better eccentric strength and control, so have taken inspiration from @physio.georgia for this exercise!... - I obviously make it look very easy, but it's actually a struggle! - #osteo #osteopathy #rehab #rehabilitation #exercise #gym #fitness #health #squats #quads #running #marathon #triathlon #eccentric #kneerehab #quadmuscles #bayswatervic #lilydalevic #croydonvic #boroniavictoria #boronia #Croydon #lilydale #bayswater See more

08.01.2022 BIG NEWS- ITS STAR WARS DAY!! (May the 4th for those who arent in the know. As in, May the 4th be with you....) Thanks to @triplemmelb for this masterpiece. Combining two of my loves, Star Wars and AC/DC!... #starwars #starwarsday #acdc #rocknroll #r2d2 #maytheforcebewithyou

07.01.2022 Me all the time when clearing my throat in front clients! #osteo #osteopathy #medicine #covid_19 #coronavirus #cough

06.01.2022 A friendly reminder Dr Luke Kukuruzovic ( Osteo) is on in the morning on Monday the 9th March, he has one appointment available at 9AM. If you would like to ta...ke this appointment please call 9720 7970. The rest of the clinic staff are not in attendance on this day, and will resume normal hours on Tuesday the 10th March. Enjoy your long weekend See more

06.01.2022 Get around the FREE foam rolling workshops! Whilst we all remain in lockdown, it is important to keep moving and not just park yourself at the computer all day!

04.01.2022 I guess that's why it's called crack! In all seriousness though, a manipulation (crack) can be a good way to reduce pain, but needs to be in conjunction with strengthening/rehab to provide lasting results. #osteo #osteopathy #manipulation #backcrack #backpain #adjustment #rehabilitation #boroniavictoria #lilydale #lilydalevic #bayswatervic

04.01.2022 Im always in my clients ears about doing more exercise, and what further reasons could I give as to why they should do it? (About 100, exercise is awesome!!) #osteo #osteopathy #medicine #exercise #fitness #healthylifestyle #health #wellbeing #running #gym #f45 #strong #strengthandconditioning

04.01.2022 Everyone will need some support in the coming days/weeks/months. Make sure you're looking out for those around you and reach out to those that may be doing it tough. #lockeddownbutnotout #isolatedbutnotalone

04.01.2022 FACEBOOK LIVE Q&A - THURSDAY 25TH JUNE 12PM Come join myself and Bryan Dinh for a Q&A session about many various topics! Be sure to follow MacFarlane Clinic Osteo to see the tune in live!... You can pre-submit questions via the below event page!

03.01.2022 You can always count on Lord of The Rings to give you great advice! #LOTR #lordoftherings #coronavirus #medicine #covid_19 #socialdistancing #isolatedbutnotalone #lockeddownbutnotout #gimli #legolas #friends #elf #dwarf #quarantine #stayhome

03.01.2022 ***ANNOUNCEMENT- NEW FREE WEBINAR! FRIDAY 17TH APRIL 10AM!*** Due to popular demand, Bryan and I are going to do another webinar, launching in just under a weeks time! "MOBILITY, STRENGTH AND LIFTING TECHNIQUES FOR LOWER BACK PAIN"... (aka: Back Pain Episode V - The Exercise Strikes Back!" If you missed our previous lower back pain webinar, you can view it right here: https://youtu.be/K41iU-09nC4 If you want to watch the next one live, punch this link into the old interwebs: Topic: Webinar Series - Part 2: Mobility, Strength and Lifting technique for Low back Pain Time: Apr 17, 2020 10:00 AM Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/462770416?pwd=m3lBFuxPOv0 Meeting ID: 462 770 416 Password: 7jz7Hn To keep up to dare with further announcements, make sure to follow us on on our socials: Instagram - @lukekukosteo, @bryandinh_osteopath Facebook- MacFarlane Clinic osteo Hope you all have a safe and happy Easter weekend!

03.01.2022 ***YOU ASKED, WE LISTENED!*** After many requests to cover this topic, @bryandinh_osteopath and I will be presenting our next webinar on the upper back and neck. We will be covering some simple methods to help increase your movement and decrease your pain. Perfect for everyone who has recently found themselves working from their bed!... To register for the webinar, please use the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us//tZwode-pqzsrE9y3plesIr_05UKml7Z2V #osteo #osteopathy #rehab #upperbackworkout #exercise #neck #webinar #strength #stretch #stretching #fitness #health #wellness #bayswater #Croydon #boronia #lilydale #boroniavictoria #lilydalevic #bayswatervic

03.01.2022 Cross training / "rest" day! - Getting some incidental exercise mowing the lawns! - Exercise doesnt always have to be structured workouts. Doing things around the home can get your heart rate up and result in a sweat as well!... - - #osteo #osteopathy #lawns #mowing #jimsmowing #jimshomeworkout #melbourneinstarunners #training #running #gardening See more

02.01.2022 Now Im not opposed to the occasional beer/cider/whisky/rum, but this program really made me re-consider my relationship with alcohol. Why do I/we drink? Does Australia have a bad drinking culture? Would highly recommend everyone give this 3 part program a watch, as it raises so many good personal question.

01.01.2022 Covid got me needing a fresh new look! - Thanks to @jrdesignonthegram for putting together my new logo! - -... - #osteo #osteopathy #logo #rehab #rehabilitation #graphicdesign See more

01.01.2022 Now I'm not opposed to the occasional beer/cider/whisky/rum, but this program really made me re-consider my relationship with alcohol. Why do I/we drink? Does Australia have a bad drinking culture? Would highly recommend everyone give this 3 part program a watch, as it raises so many good personal question.

01.01.2022 ***LOW BACK PAIN WEBINAR**** Thanks to everyone that tuned in today as myself and Bryan hosted our very first webinar!! If you missed out on the live action, never fear, it was recorded!!... You can watch it at https://youtu.be/K41iU-09nC4 Stay tuned for further announcements regarding more webinars!!!

01.01.2022 - ! This exercise is a common one used for core and stability strengthening, but is often performed poorly. Here I go through some regular faults that I see people doing.