The Osteopaths Of Heidelberg and Blackburn in Blackburn, Victoria, Australia | Alternative & holistic health service

The Osteopaths Of Heidelberg and Blackburn

Locality: Blackburn, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9894 3011

Address: 213 Whitehorse Rd 3130 Blackburn, VIC, Australia

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

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24.01.2022 What is the difference between a bone and a ligament? Bones are the structures in the body that form the skeleton and provide attachment points for muscles, which help us to move when they contract. Bones are relatively hard and very strong. Ligaments are soft tissue structures that attach bones to other bones to form joints. They are dense, strong and fibrous and can withstand the large forces placed upon our bodies when we move, to ensure we dont collapse into a big heap o...f skin and bone! #osteo #osteopath #theosteopaths #heidelberg #blackburn #anatomy #bonesvsligaments #bones #ligaments

24.01.2022 Many people get confused over whether their bone is broken or fractured. Well were here to say that there is absolutely no difference! Regardless of whether your bone has the tiniest crack or has been shattered into 20 pieces, the bone is fractured. Fractured = broken and vice versa! #osteo #osteopath #theosteopaths #heidelberg #blackburn #brokenorfractured #fracture #brokenbone

24.01.2022 To our wonderful community, The year draws to a close. Many of you will be saying thank goodness. A year like no other and a year none of us wants repeated. Melbourne people have been amazing and we all deserve to be congratulated on our behaviour. Unless you lived through it, I am not sure you can explain the gamut of feelings we have been through.... Right now I feel so lucky to be in Australia. So blessed we can now commune and look forward to our Christmas period. I feel so appreciative of the simple things, very aware it is fragile and could change at anytime. Like so many businesses it has been a roller coaster based on restrictions placed on us to provide care to you all. Now we are very busy, as busy as we have ever been. I am so proud of our team. Amazing practitioners and reception crew who all embrace the notion in being generous of heart and time needed to try and help you feel better. The Osteopaths is now 20 years old. We sit as a significant allied health centre in both Heidelberg and Blackburn and treasure the trust you give us. Moving forward please know, we seek to serve and help improve your quality of life. We are excited about the possibilities of 2021 and we sincerely hope we can be a very important part of your well-being. Have a wonderful and safe holiday period. Yours sincerely, Peter Parker Founder and Registered Osteopath. #xmas2020 #merrychristmas #osteopathy #staysafe #happynewyear

23.01.2022 Today is World Health Day! Were doing our bit to help raise awareness of this amazing campaign from the World Health Organisation which works towards health for all, regardless of race, colour, creed or financial status. Please join us in spreading the word for global health! #osteo #osteopath #theosteopaths #heidelberg #blackburn #worldhealthday #WHO #worldhealthorganisation

22.01.2022 Rolled your ankle a few too many times? Its best to get these things looked at by a professional, because quite often a rolled ankle injury may have also injured some of the ligaments higher up the ankle at the base of the lower leg. This typically occurs when you roll your ankle and twist or pivot at the same time, and is known as a high ankle sprain. This injury is a little more complicated and needs to be managed properly from the get-go to ensure a full recovery. If youve hurt your ankle and need some help with recovery, please give us a call! #osteo #osteopath #theosteopaths #heidelberg #blackburn #highanklesprain #rolledankle #sprain

22.01.2022 Our clinics support R U OK Day and Peter Parker speaks proudly of his belief in the cause.

22.01.2022 Happy Easter to all! We hope you get a chance to celebrate and enjoy some chocolates this festive season! Our operating hours over the break are below: Thursday 9th April - Open Good Friday - Closed... Easter Saturday - Closed Easter Sunday - Closed Easter Monday - Closed Tuesday 14th April - Open Book now to make an appointment before your time off. Happy Easter! #happyeaster #easter #theosteopaths #heidelberg #blackburn

22.01.2022 25% of Australians wait until their pain becomes chronic. If youre in pain, dont wait to seek help, book an appointment now and our team will do their very best to help you #osteopathyhealthcareweek #theosteopaths #osteopathy #heidelberg #blackburn

21.01.2022 Thanks @nicole.tuminello.osteopath The return of school amidst a health crisis has seen some changes to class scheduling, lunch times and areas where students normally gather in groups. Many schools are ditching the use of lockers, in order to decrease crowding. While this is a great solution for social distancing, it means that high school students will be required to carry their back packs to all classes. CUE BACK PAIN. Mmmhmm . . Not all students have access to laptops, wh...ich means the reality for some teens will be heavy text books on backs! Ever wondered why your backpack has a million straps on it? Who would have thought they actually served a purpose? I distinctly remember being told to wear my backpack correctly in high school AND the day my mum threw out my cool shoulder bag (I cried, lol), so I get it. YES Backpack straps are dorky AF, but injuries are uglier so Ill hit you with some hot backpack tips and maybe Ill redeem myself. (Did I just use hot and backpack in the same sentence, yep) Also, I no longer own a school bag so this little hiking day bag will have to suffice . . . FIRST of all, your bag should not hang below your bum. For the ladies out there, a bag that hangs too low runs the risk of pulling your skirt up and revealing your cheeky cuts. Its happened to the best of us. Use the tabs on the shoulder straps to adjust the height of the bag. . . . SECONDLY, the hip strap is designed to take the weight of the bag off the spine and place it on the pelvis. By pulling the strap around your lower abdomen tight (and connecting the clip) you can ease the load of a heavy bag and decrease strain on the low back. This strap should sit just above the big round pelvis bones (where you put your hands when someone says hands on hips). . . LAST but not least, you should be able to use straps to pull the top of your bag closer to your shoulders. This helps to bring the weight of your bag closer to the centre of gravity which also decreases strain on your back. . . So there you have it! Strap up babes and boys, and your risk of back pain will go down. See more

20.01.2022 2 of your Osteopaths. While many of you will recognize a younger tanned version of Peter Parker, who is the handsome young man with him? So blessed to have this wonderful practitioner in our midst. Having known each other so long who would have thought the stars would align to work together 24 years later! Who can guess his identity? #theosteopaths #osteopathyaustralia #memories

19.01.2022 Need some ideas for healthy snacks? With remote learning that pantry is being raided and I am sure we are all looking for some healthy options. Hosted by Bluearth Foundation and Nutrition Australia jump on board and register now for this free webinar next Tuesday the 5th May. Remember to please not only like but give some love to Bluearth Foundation who are doing their very best to keep our children healthy, happy and moving through life!

18.01.2022 Lets not drop the ball on the fantastic activities that have taken place during COVID-19. Much of this has revolved around the conscious choice to "choose to move" in fun family based play. Mindful, joyful movement is critical to good health and less than 10% of Australias youth meet physical activity standards. Lets not let those habits slip as restrictions and the manic pace of life kick in once more. Now watch me drop my balls! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xawAglI91JE

18.01.2022 Just started working from home? With many people quickly transitioning to a home office, this is a vital time to reduce your risk of injury and look after your health & wellbeing. Over the last few weeks The Osteopaths of Heidelberg & Blackburn have seen an influx of patients with injuries resulting from their poor home workstation set-up and ergonomics. To combat this, our osteopath Dr. Shaun Coghlan is now offering online telehealth home ergonomic assessments. Shaun is a tr...ained specialist in this area and has performed thousands of ergonomic assessments. The consultation will involve a 30-minute telehealth video call during which Shaun will assess your home workstation and provide the required adjustments, advice and equipment recommendations. At the completion of the consultation, you will be given a detailed report summarising the findings. In this extraordinary situation, you could be working from your home office for quite some time. Dont wait until an injury arises as it is far better to reduce the risks now and prevent the need to see your osteopath. To book your Telehealth Ergonomic Assessment call the team on 9894 3011. Please note if booking online you will need to select The Osteopaths of Blackburn even if you are an existing patient of The Osteopaths of Heidelberg.#theosteopaths #theosteos

18.01.2022 What a wonderful start to 2021 for our beautiful colleague Dr Nicole Tuminello! Congratulations Sam and Nicky. #weddingbells #2021 #bridetobe #happyness

18.01.2022 Please join us today in remembering and commemorating our current and ex-servicemen and women, who spent and continue to spend their lives keeping our country safe. #AnzacDay #LestWeForget #ANZAC #theosteopaths #heidelberg #blackburn

18.01.2022 Its stretch time! There is a position in yoga called Upward Salute (or Salute to the Sun) which targets the shoulders, armpits and ab-domen. Its nice and simple: 1. Stand with feet together and arms by your side with palms facing outwards 2. Breathe in and sweep your arms out and up towards the ceiling 3. If possible, press your hands together above your head and straighten your el-bows... 4. Gently look up towards your hands without bending backwards or letting your front ribs stick out 5. Hold for a few breaths and return to the start position Give it a go when you rise, or last thing before bed Who has tried this one? #osteo #osteopathy #theosteopaths #heidelberg #blackburn #yoga #upwardsalute #stretch See more

17.01.2022 Have you heard of a Sportsmans hernia? This is a painful lower abdominal and groin injury commonly seen in sports people who play sports that involve quick changes in direction and twisting Think football or hockey! This problem involves injury to the wall of the abdomen, as well as a ligament and tendon in the front of the pelvic region. It is associated with pain in the groin during exercise, made worse with twisting or pivoting movements - and can happen in both women and men! This condition is also known as Gilmores Groin and Athletic Pubalgia. If you are experiencing such symptoms, come and see us for an assessment. #osteo #osteopath #theosteopaths #heidelberg #blackburn #sportsmanshernia #gilmoresgroin #athleticpubalgia #hernia

17.01.2022 Allied Health clinics remain open and able to treat. Reinforced safety and hygiene measures see us clearly able to continue to provide hands on care to you all throughout Stage 4 COVID restrictions for Greater Melbourne. As outlined by the Department of Heath and Human Services your practitioners will be wearing eye protection along with their surgical masks in line with increased personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements. If you book with us you will need to confirm a... COVID questionnaire before entering our premises. You will wait in your car or outside until we text to come in. You will be temperature checked to make sure you sit below 37.4 degrees. Please do not book with us If you are: * unwell in anyway * have tested positive for COVID-19 and have not completed an isolated period. * you just discuss with us first if you have tested positive at some point no matter how long ago. * have been instructed to isolate * cohabiting a home with a positive or suspected COVID-19 case or a close contact of a positive COVID-19 case You must wear a mask unless you have an acceptable medical reason. Please follow guidelines from the Victorian Government & Department of Health & Human Services for Stage 4 lockdown. When you are travelling to see us please keep a copy of your email or text confirmation as proof of your appointment. We can print out or email your receipt on completion to enable to get home. For those outside 5km you are able to come as planned as long as you have proof of your appointment as stated above. Please call or email if you need further clarification. We recognise this is the most unique of times and we take great pride in the fact we can still provide what we regard as essential care to our community. Thank you for the ongoing trust you place in us and we are here for you now and into the future to provide the best of care. Thanking you, Peter Parker Registered Osteopath Director and Founder.

15.01.2022 Our wonderful receptionist Bec celebrating a birthday. She is actually beaming with excitement about her special day but also because we are back to normal face to face consultations. Happy grand final weekend folks! #theosteopaths

15.01.2022 25% of Australians wait until their pain becomes chronic. If you’re in pain, don’t wait to seek help, book an appointment now and our team will do their very best to help you #osteopathyhealthcareweek #theosteopaths #osteopathy #heidelberg #blackburn

15.01.2022 Hi friends of The Osteopaths, watch this space as over the next few weeks you will see information on trying to get you involved in World Walking Day on October 4th wherever you are to symbolise your efforts to MOVE out of COVID. A fun family or individual based activity to support Bluearth Foundation of which Peter Parker our clinic director is the CEO. Even if you cant donate this would be an awesome way to commit to our recovery and wellbeing. If you can donate you will be getting the young children in Inner Melbourne that were the first to be locked down active and engaged. The benefits to their Physical & Mental Health will be immense. Please look at the link to discover more.

15.01.2022 Ankle Stability with Marcus Hopkins Osteopath Ankle instability is often a precursor to other ankle and knee injuries. Chronic ankle instability is usually caused ligamentous laxity from a previous ankle sprain or injury. The aim is to be able to stand on one foot for a minute. If this is hard try to slowly behold up to a minute before progressing to shifting your body weight back and forwards.... #theosteopaths #osteopathy #osteo #rehab #rehabilitation #movement #threadtheneedle #stretching #exercise #health #healthylifestyle

14.01.2022 60% of Australians are currently in pain. Here at The Osteopaths of Heidelberg and Blackburn, we may be able to assist you in reducing your pain. Osteopaths are trained to evaluate whole-body health, diagnose and offer a range of clinical assessments, hands-on techniques, education and support tailored to your needs. Give us a call or go to our website to book your next appointment. #osteopathyhealthcareweek #theosteopaths #osteopathy #heidelberg #blackburn

14.01.2022 To our wonderful community let us assure you that as an essential service we remain open. Through this unique time we have been very busy attending to your needs and will continue to do so. In observing every precaution we are following our oath to care and deliver hands on assistance. Please call or book online and remember we offer telehealth if you need advice. Stay strong Melbourne xx #theosteopaths

14.01.2022 From our practice principal and founder Peter Parker with his other hat on as CEO of charity Bluearth. Look To The Horizon Into week 3 of Stage 4 in Melbourne and for many, we feel fragile and isolated. It is critical to your wellbeing you not only Move but Move Well. It is essential when you get your 1 hour a day you try to get outdoors. Literally look at The Horizon and shift your field of Vision to infinite space. This is incredibly therapeutic to your Central Nervous Sy...stem and therefore your Mental Health. Listen to the sounds, concentrate on your Breath and allow your visual focus to accommodate what lays afar. See how this makes you feel and try to nurture that feeling on a daily basis. We are getting there Melbourne. Great work by everyone in forging our path through this unique time. Dont forget Bluearth are here to help navigate that path and please use our online video resources to move more and live better. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HMjGzRNwt50 See more

14.01.2022 Using an ice bath after exercise? What are the benefits? Research is inconclusive for absolute benefits, but some may include: 1. Recovery of sore muscles 2. Improved sleep and reduced fatigue 3. Reduced inflammation to aid a faster recovery... If you are unsure if you should use an ice bath, please speak to us first. Some people should not use an ice bath, such as those people with cardiovascular disease and high blood pressure. Have you tried an ice bath before? Let us know in the comments! #osteo #osteopath #theosteopaths #heidelberg #blackburn #icebath

14.01.2022 There are currently over 2500 registered osteopaths practicing in Australia. With an ageing population, more and more people are turning to osteopaths for help with the management of chronic diseases such as osteoarthritis. To find out if we can help you, please get in touch by calling us on 9455 3011. #osteo #osteopath #osteopathy #theosteopaths #heidelberg #blackburn

13.01.2022 Whilst we are thrilled to be coming out of restrictions, on a serious note, The Osteopaths support the continued use of face masks for our practitioners. As per the government health recommendations, patients do not need to wear face masks when being treated by an osteopath in our practice setting. However our preference is that patients continue to wear a mask where comfortable. #covidsafe #covidsanta #xmas2020

13.01.2022 Got a question? Stuck at home and need some advice? Please book one of our Telehealth free video calls to get the right information. Book online or call our clinics when suits #theosteopaths #theosteos #osteopathy

12.01.2022 Ugly bunny popped in at Bluearth. To our loyal community Have a wonderful Easter and thank you for allowing us the privilege of contributing to your health.

11.01.2022 Brittle bone disease (aka Osteogenesis Imperfecta) is a genetic disorder that results in bones that break more easily. It is caused by a problem with the gene that produces collagen, which is a protein used in bone formation. Usually present at birth, other symptoms include: - Malformed bones - Loose joints - Weak teeth - Easy bruising of skin... - Heart and lung issues - Hearing loss There is no cure, but this condition can be managed well using exercise, medication, and counselling. #osteo #osteopathy #theosteopaths #heidelberg #blackburn #brittlebonedisease #brokenbones #geneticdisorder

11.01.2022 In 2019, our wonderful osteopath Marnie was awarded recognition as an Advanced Paediatric Osteopath (Tertiary) by Osteopathy Australia. This award recognises completion of further University Degrees in paediatrics or child health; demonstrated competence in clinical assessment and diagnosis; and demonstrated competence in clinical management for child movement, physical function and musculoskeletal health. Marnie is able to treat all age groups. She has a keen interest in hel...ping with feeding and sleeping difficulties in babies and children. She works closely with other allied health Professionals, including lactation specialists, tongue tie specialists, general practitioners and dentists. See below some positive feedback from one happy mum and a lovely photo of her gorgeous baby Oliver, who has given permission to use this photo and her comment Quote: Best sleeps, after seeing the Osteo Ask our friendly team if you would like an osteopath to assess a member of your family. Call 9894 3011 or book online via www.theosteopaths.com.au

10.01.2022 Posted @withregram @nicole.tuminello.osteopath Masterchef’s need treatment too! Working in hospitality can be hard on the body! Long periods of standing/looking down combined with repetitive movements can be a recipe for conditions such as plantar fasciitis, tennis/golfers elbow, postural strain, headaches, thoracic outlet issues and back pain. It’s so important for hospo workers to look after their bodies. Emelia is currently in the top 5 on Masterchef Australia - she’s a choux in, if you ask me!! Go you good thing!

07.01.2022 The Osteopaths send their love to our community. New Stage 4 Restrictions, Please read To all our valued clients at The Osteopaths, We hope this finds you and your loved ones safe and well.... We are reaching out to you all to inform you of the effect the stage 4 restrictions will have on your osteopathic care. As of midnight on the 6th of August, you will only be permitted to attend an appointment for osteopathic treatment if your presentation is deemed URGENT as per the guidelines instructed by the Department of health & Human Services. Routine or maintenance treatment is no longer permitted under the stage 4 lockdown conditions. If you do not meet these criteria, you will not be able to receive treatment until after the 13th of September when the current restrictions are due to end. If you have an appointment booked in the next 6 weeks, we will be in touch with you (if we have not already done so) to discuss rescheduling your appointment as necessary if you do not fulfil the requirements for urgent care. We understand the significant impact this may have on each of you, but our ultimate goal is to keep you, your families and the community safe. Please call at any time to discuss your health.

07.01.2022 Tight neck muscles? The scalene muscles in the side of the neck are commonly tight and overworked. They help us move the neck/head and also help us breathe more efficiently. A simple stretch for these muscles is: 1. Place your right hand over the top of your head and rest on the left side of your head above the ear 2. Gently pull your head over to the right to bring your right ear towards your right shoulder. Remember to keep your shoulders relaxed too. 3. When you feel a st...retch, hold for 30 seconds, relax and repeat 4. Perform on both sides #osteo #osteopath #theosteopaths #heidelberg #blackburn #scalenemuscles #scalenestretch #neckstretch

07.01.2022 This week is Osteopathy Healthcare Week! During these unprecedented times, with so many changes to our lives, like working from home and new exercise routines, there are many Australians in pain! Dont put up with pain, your osteopath may be able to help, you can book an appointment now, just give us a call or book online via our website #osteopathyhealthcareweek #theosteopaths #osteopathy #heidelberg #blackburn

06.01.2022 37% of Australians accept pain instead of acting on it. Listen to your body! Pain is a sign that it is trying to tell you something. This Osteopathy Healthcare Week, act on your pain! Give us a call or go to our website to book an appointment. #osteopathyhealthcareweek #theosteopaths #osteopathy #heidelberg #blackburn

06.01.2022 Looking to get a non-dairy, plant-based calcium boost into your diet? Here is a list of yummy foods that can help you along the way: - Kale and spinach - Seeds (e.g. sesame, chia and poppy) - Beans (including edamame beans) - Lentils... - Almonds - Rhubarb We need calcium for good bone, teeth, muscle, nerve and heart health. Get your calcium in the foods above and youll enjoy heaps of other plant benefits too. Think of all that lovely fibre! #osteo #osteopathy #theosteopaths #heidelberg #blackburn #calcium #plantbasedfood #greenfood

06.01.2022 As an essential service our clinics are open as normal ready to help. If you have any questions or need a chat please just call. Incredible times these are, but our focus is still firmly on showing empathy and genuine professional care for you all #theosteopaths #theosteo

03.01.2022 Our first spring bloom at our Blackburn clinic and it gave me a lift. Some perspective on how we are all feeling from my friend Sarah. I have been quiet and withdrawn for a few weeks. This morning I feel equally happy and sad. For my friends in Melbourne, my heart is struggling for all of us. I can collectively feel so much for many. We are excited about the kids going back to school even though some of our children have to do it alone for another couple... of weeks. We see a little light at the end of the tunnel, but it's like a flicker of a candle that can blow out at any minute. We follow the rules in the hope that we can travel interstate and spend Christmas with our families who we haven't seen in way too long, but don't dwell on that thought for long as its way too scary to contemplate not happening. All we can really do is get up each morning and do the best we can. Some days are better than others. There are many things that aren't getting done, projects that are stagnant even though you want to take action, jobs around the house that are calling you but feel too hard and sometimes you just need to be still and quiet. Please know you are not alone in feeling whatever you are feeling. Be kind to yourself and never beat yourself up for feeling the way you do right now. No one will ever quite understand and that's totally ok. Right now we all need to do whatever brings a smile to our face our hearts. Much love, Sarah xxx See more

02.01.2022 Yet another exciting installment on our day to day operations! There is an enormous amount of reflection in this chapter of our lives. Our oath as an Osteopath to treat our community rings true and we are here to provide our ongoing care.

02.01.2022 Posted @withregram @nicole.tuminello.osteopath Masterchefs need treatment too! Working in hospitality can be hard on the body! Long periods of standing/looking down combined with repetitive movements can be a recipe for conditions such as plantar fasciitis, tennis/golfers elbow, postural strain, headaches, thoracic outlet issues and back pain. Its so important for hospo workers to look after their bodies. Emelia is currently in the top 5 on Masterchef Australia - shes a choux in, if you ask me!! Go you good thing!

01.01.2022 Follow Osteopath Marcus Hopkins superb advice in opening your body to the world in a beautiful relaxing pose. Use as a work/study break or unwind after a big day. #theosteopaths #theosteos #osteopathy

01.01.2022 The Osteopaths are open as usual today. Waiting on any further news but hoping we can stay open longer term to look after our community. Policy and procedures in place to make sure we take best possible care. Bookings available now if needed.

01.01.2022 Thinking of having a baby and have questions regarding pre-natal vitamins? Pre-natal vitamins are recommended to promote a healthy pregnancy, provide a good environment for foetal development and reduce the risk of foetal disease. You should always remember that these supplement an already very healthy diet, rich in helpful nutrients. Always ask if you are unsure if you should be taking supplements for pregnancy. #osteo #osteopath #theosteopaths #heidelberg #blackburn #pregnancy #prenatalvitamins #vitamins

01.01.2022 Restrictions are easing. How do we feel as a nation about what has been and the future that beckons? Our founder Peter Parker, Registered Osteopath has his say in his role as CEO of Bluearth Foundation https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CkRU2c4w4eo