Okay, if this headline caught your eyes, you’ve likely experienced some form of pain or discomfort during your workday. AND… you are probably wondering if your chair or desk set up could be contributing to the sore neck or back you’ve had the past few weeks. Let’s dive straight into the common workplace postures I […] The post Desk Ergonomics: Prevention before Tension appeared first on Geelong Myotherapy ..read more

‘So what’s the difference between Myo, Osteo and Physio?’ This is the age-old question we get asked 100 times a day. Whilst Myo is still in its infancy and not as well known as the other therapies, we expect this question and love it. Guess what? There is NO difference between all these therapies! We […] The post What is the best therapy for you? Ange gives you the low down. appeared first on Geelong Myotherapy ..read more

Are you having issues with your knees? We have put together some simple tips to help. Please use in conjunction with recommendations from your Practitioner. You can find the PDF to download here: KNEE Infographic The post What you kneed to know about your knees! appeared first on Geelong Myotherapy ..read more

The use of myofunctional exercises may be used to ease pain and improve the function of the jaw and facial muscles. We have put together the following Exercise therapy for TMD. Please use in conjunction with prescription advice from your therapist. File is available to download below: The post Exercise therapy for TMD appeared first on Geelong Myotherapy ..read more

For most of us, it has been an awfully long two months in self-isolation. At least we think so at Myotherapy & Allied Health, which is why we cannot wait to see all our patients! However, for our pets this comment could not be any further from the truth! For two months now our little […] The post Pets: The real winners during self-isolation at Myotherapy & Allied Health appeared first on Geelong Myotherapy ..read more

Yes, dad jokes are a great way to get through some of these tough times and I know you all had a giggle at that one!! I thought I would give you a little insight into what practitioners are getting up to whilst in isolation. Exercise is my number one go to! Luckily, I bought […] The post Due to the quarantine I’ll only be telling inside jokes….. appeared first on Geelong Myotherapy ..read more

Given the correct exercise prescription we can get you from acute back pain to functionally fit. These exercises should be performed under the guidance of your practitioner. They are not tailored to specific back injuries and are of a general nature. To download your own printable version of the lower back pain exercises please click […] The post Getting you from acute back pain to functionally fit appeared first on Geelong Myotherapy ..read more

“Engage your core” … how many times have you heard that? So much that it has probably become lost in translation. Do you ever feel like your body is just shaking and straining when trying to complete an activity that requires some form of stabilisation of your muscles? Chances are you could benefit from some […] The post How to have superhuman strength (sort of) appeared first on Geelong Myotherapy ..read more

There are those of us who embrace the crispy chill in the air, those who find the smell of rain refreshing, those who find the drop in temperature invigorating, and those of us who find comfort and a sense of calm, reflection and inner peace in the warmth and nurturing glow of an open fire.  […] The post Lift your winter spirits with a mid-year celebration appeared first on Geelong Myotherapy ..read more

We are lucky enough to have our very own Ergonomic Consultant working from MAHG. We have drawn on his expertise and now you can benefit too with these great tips (available to download here): Important tips for Office Workers: Remember to check your work station every day, especially if you share it with others. If […] The post Ergonomics for Office Workers appeared first on Geelong Myotherapy ..read more