If you've never been to see an osteopath, you may not know much about the various health conditions they can treat. An osteopath uses massage and manipulation of joints to prevent and treat lots of different health conditions. This article explores some of the ways in which an osteopath can help you. Back Pain An osteopath will gently massage any muscles in the lower back to improve pain and prevent reoccurrence of injury.
10 December 2020
Vascular ultrasound is a completely safe and non-invasive procedure for checking how your blood is flowing through your veins and arteries. Here is a quick run-down of what you can expect from the procedure. Clothing What happens at your appointment will largely depend on the part of the body that is being inspected. You will probably be asked either to remove any clothing that is covering it up or to change into a hospital gown.
30 June 2020
Healthcare can be quite expensive; for instance, according to recent data, out-of-pocket health costs increased by55% over the last ten years. This is a strong indication that Australians are spending much more to cover their medical bills. These rising costs have forced more than 1.3 million Australians to delay seeing a doctor in good time. Bulk billing has come to the rescue of millions of Australians struggling with expensive medical costs because of the government's policy to subsidise healthcare.
25 February 2020
If you've stayed out of sports or physical activity for a while, you probably know that you have lost strength, flexibility and skill. You need to be conscious of the potential of suffering injuries as a result. Despite being the most used parts of the body, the feet tend to get less attention. You will find people warming up their arms, hamstrings and upper legs, but never the feet. Unfortunately, foot problems such as heel pain and infection can make it impossible for you to resume your favourite sport.
11 December 2019
When the warmer months make their return, many people look forward to spending time outdoors. If you're one of them, you may be drawn to the idea of basking in the sunshine. Although spending time outside is an excellent way to keep your vitamin D levels high, it does come with some risks, too. Because of this, you need to know how to care for your skin in hot weather.
28 October 2019
Not many people enjoy visits to the dentist. In fact, a good number of people have a fear for dental examinations and treatments to a point that they will put off going to visit this professional until they have a serious issue with their teeth. However, visits to the dentist are not merely about treating a pre-existing oral problem. Sticking to your scheduled appointments functions as preventative care for your oral health, which can go a long way in preventing dental problems in the first place!
18 September 2019
Cancer is a scourge affecting many people across the world. It is among the few medical conditions that pose a tough challenge to doctors and medical practitioners. In fact, some advanced stages of cancer have no cure because the condition presents itself in different mutations, which makes it hard for researchers to devise a remedy. Skin cancer is no exception. Many people resort to foods and supplements as they battle skin cancer, yet they lack proper information about the effects of such intake.
26 July 2019
