I’ve added this video in for you all because I find it’s so much easier to see things than to read them when I’m talking about movements! In this I show the rhythmic movements I teach parents to help their baby understand where their body is in space better. This will help them to be able to breastfeed better because they will know their head could be in a different position and start to try to move it to a more comfortable position etc. It will also help them to sit better and to get them to progress with their movement development generally.   I use funny names for them so that they’re ..read more

We are very pleased to reopen soon. We consider you part of the Brisbane Osteopathic Centre family and your safety and care remain our highest priority. When we reopen we will continue to uphold both high clinical and sanitation standards. We understand many people are concerned and it’s important that we give you as much information as possible about the procedures we adhere to in order to maintain a sanitary environment and ensure the safety of all our patients. These practices include: Removing all linen from the treatment rooms, with tables being disinfected and wiped down before and afte ..read more

Some babies have low tone and they have much more difficulty gaining head and neck control than others. Babies with low tone aren’t as easily able to move their position when they’re uncomfortable and can also mean they find it difficult to sit well, or move their head to a better position whilst feeding. How to identify low tone in babies Most first time parents will tell me their baby has great neck control but in fact not all of them do.  It is only from comparing their newborn with other peoples babies that they can gain an understanding of how strong or weak their baby really is. The vid ..read more

During and after pregnancy a mother’s body goes through significant changes. The changes can be both hormonal and postural changes – as well as a new physical workload while caring for a new born. Hormonal changes Hormonal changes during pregnancy have significant effects on the body. During pregnancy the ligaments around the pelvis become more mobile and are susceptible to strain. Some common complaints associated with this that osteopathic treatment may be able to help include: sacroiliac joint pain pelvic diastasis pubic symphasis pain sciatica headaches swollen joints Postural Changes Du ..read more

Osteopathic treatment is a great option for Back Pain. Research shows that osteopaths are highly qualified to diagnose, treat and manage back pain. Cranial osteopathy is a great option and can be very effective at reducing or alleviating the symptoms of back pain. There are many causes of back pain. Commonly it is due to inflamed joints or muscles in the spine or pelvis which. This may have resulted from an injury or functional adaption over time from repetitive sprains or strains to the spine, pelvis or hips. Back pain can also be due to arthritis or disc injury in the spine which can cause ..read more