As parents, we all want to see our children grow, move, and thrive as comfortably as possible. From the newborn stage through to adolescence, children’s bodies go through many changes. Sometimes, these changes can...
Back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek healthcare—and it can have a huge impact on your day-to-day life. Whether it’s a dull ache that hangs around all day, or a...
Men's Health Week: Men’s Health Week (June 9–15 2025) is the perfect time to talk about something many men—especially in busy areas like Essendon—tend to put on the back burner: their own physical wellbeing. At...
When you’re in pain, especially if it’s been going on for a while, it can feel like it takes over every part of your day. And while hands-on treatment and movement therapy can make...
Whether you're an elite athlete, a weekend warrior, or someone simply trying to move more, staying active often comes with its fair share of niggles, tight spots, or injuries. The good news? You don’t have...
Pregnancy is a beautiful, life-changing journey—but let’s be real, it can also come with a fair share of aches, discomfort, and big changes to your body. Whether it’s back pain, pelvic pressure, headaches, or...
If you live in the Moonee Valley area, and you're dealing with back pain, neck pain, sports injuries, or pregnancy-related discomfort, seeing an osteopath in Essendon could be the key to improving your mobility...
Diastasis recti (DR) is a condition where the connective tissue between the two sides of the rectus abdominis muscle (commonly known as the "six-pack" muscles) becomes stretched and weakened. This causes the abdominal muscles...
Choosing the right mattress is essential for both comfort and health. A mattress that provides the right support can help align your spine, reduce pain, and improve sleep quality. Research shows that better sleep...
If you’ve been struggling with chronic pain or a musculoskeletal condition that hasn’t improved with traditional treatments, shockwave therapy in Essendon might be the answer you’ve been searching for. This non-invasive treatment is gaining...
We’ve all heard the phrase, "mind over matter". However, when it comes to pain, the relationship between the body and the mind is a bit more complex than that. In fact, the connection between chronic pain...
Endometriosis is a complex and often debilitating condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. As osteopaths, we have had the privilege of working closely with individuals living with endometriosis on their health journey. In this article,...
Sexual health is a fundamental part of human life, bringing joy, connection, and fulfillment. However, sexual dysfunction can impact individuals of all genders and sexual orientations, causing distress and affecting overall well-being. Today, we want to...
Did you know that in Australia, approximately 1.2 million people are affected by osteoporosis? As a prevalent condition that weakens bones and increases the risk of fractures, it's crucial to raise awareness and provide you...
There are some pretty common golfing injuries that can ruin even the most spectacular day on the course. Learning how to avoid these can really make you GOLF ready this Summer! As the summer weather starts...
What is Plantar Fasciitis? One of the most common diagnoses for foot pain is a condition known as "Plantar Fasciitis". Put simply, this is a painful condition of a structure in your foot known as the...
"De Quervain's Tenosynovitis", more commonly known as "Mum thumb" is a common condition with a slightly confusing sounding name. Read on to find out if this is what is causing your wrist or hand pain,...
Stretching exercises are a great way to help get you moving, and maybe even help ease any pain you're in. If your lower back is sore, your middle back feels stiff, or something just doesn't...
Lower back pain- what is it? One of the most common complaints we see at Lifespan Osteopathy is lower back pain. Technically speaking, lower back pain is pain that occurs anywhere between your lowest ribs and...
Are you suffering headaches and want to know more? Or maybe you've had them for years and think you know all there is to know about them. Take our quick 6 question quiz to test your...
The New Year is often a time when we make resolutions and start thinking about what we’d like to achieve in the months ahead. However, as with all goal setting, it’s important to be strategic...
"Sciatica". It's a pretty common term. But getting an accurate sciatica diagnosis is not always easy, and true sciatica is not as common as you may think. If what you're experiencing truly is "sciatica", we have...
So you’ve just found out that you’re pregnant- congratulations!!! If you’re like many women, then for now, it’s probably only you (and maybe your partner and a handful of close friends or family) that know...
Dull lower back pain in late pregnancy. It can really take the glow out of being pregnant. You've made it through the trials of the first trimester, and you're now in your second or third. (If...
One of the common questions we hear from women in their first trimester suffering from lower back pain is- “how can I already have back pain? I’ve only just found out! “ Naturally, these women...
Pelvic Girdle Pain or Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD) in pregnancy is a common condition. Read on to find out if the pain that you’re experiencing fits into this category. There's a lot of confusing information out...
66-94% of women report sleep disturbances during pregnancy, with the likelihood of sleep disturbance increasing through the 3 trimesters. By the end of the pregnancy, almost all women are waking up, and for longer periods...
Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD) hurts. A lot. But what exactly is it? What are the causes? And more importantly, what can you do to prevent or manage it? What is Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD)? Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction, commonly abbreviated to...
Pain in the pelvic area during pregnancy is extremely common. Sadly, many women just accept this as a normal part of pregnancy, and battle through months of pain without seeking any professional help. But how do...
Following on from last week’s post about heel pain in “tweens”, today we’re moving up the leg a little to talk about knee pain in active kids. The topic of knee pain, though, is...
We often hear about the importance of our kids being active. Whilst we wholeheartedly agree with getting children involved in sports or activities, to help set them up for a healthy lifetime, we also...
Aside from being a cheesy 80’s sitcom, “growing pains” are the most common form of episodic musculoskeletal pain in childhood. But what exactly are they? Typically, the pain involved in “growing pains” is: Not over...
Who doesn’t love a pair of chubby little baby feet? Those squishy little toes just beg to be tickled and kissed. But as your child grows, there may come a time when you think...
Many women are surprised to learn how much breastfeeding help they need to get the process happening smoothly. Nothing can quite prepare you for the emotional roller coaster ride that being a new parent can...
Many parents of our infant patients here at Lifespan ask "why does my baby have a flat spot on their head"? Parents are often concerned about visible changes they see to the shape of their...
Good news for the pregnant ladies amongst us! Pregnant women have long been told to avoid extremes of heat, and have been limited to measures such as limiting baths to body temperature (37°C), or not...
Many of our recent posts about pregnancy-related pain have focussed on lower back and pelvic girdle pain. Whilst these are some of the most common conditions we see in our pregnant patients, mums-to-be, just...
There are a number of possible causes for lower back pain during pregnancy. It’s a time of dramatic adjustments for your body, and it seems that some bodies are able to adapt more smoothly...
Pelvic Girdle Pain in Pregnancy- what is it? Pelvic girdle pain in pregnancy is defined as pain anywhere in the pelvic ring. This is from the base of your spine to the bottom of your...
Here at Lifespan, we see many patients suffering from acute pain. The sharp, catchy, stop-you-in-your-tracks type of pain that often ‘comes out of nowhere’ and throws your plans out the window. In fact, despite the fact...