Category: common condition

Why would someone seek treatment for a scar? A scar means a wound has healed and there’s nothing more to do – right? While superficial or shallow scars can be harmless, often the tight skin can cause tension and create problems with mobility. Underneath the surface, tissue and organs can be affected, even if the…

Are you struggling with poor sleep, hair loss, uncontrollable body temperature and mood swings? Life can be stressful, but there could be a simple explanation for your symptoms – menopause. What is menopause? Menopause, or ‘change of life’, is the point in time when a woman no longer has periods and is fertile. It is…

Insomnia affects at least 10% of people at any given point in time,1 and can become a serious problem if not addressed. While sleeping pills can occasionally be helpful under a doctor’s advice, they can become less effective over time, form addictive patterns, and fail to address the underlying cause.2 From a Chinese Medicine perspective, poor…

Spring is now upon us, and unfortunately for Melburnians, this means hayfever (also known as allergic rhinitis) is coming! Melbourne has the unenviable title of ‘Allergy Capital of the World’, thanks to its wide open spaces, and a climate which is well-suited to ryegrass and other pollen creating grasses.1 “When I first arrived in Australia,…

Scars are extremely common, with most individuals carrying scars from caesareans/lateral incisions, appendectomies, childhood fractures, or even vaccinations. While some superficial scars don’t cause any issues, problems can occur due to changes in circulation and tissue structure. In particular, scar contractures, where the skin “shrinks” around an old wound, can cause tightness and restriction in…

Fascia release, also known as myofascial release, is a therapy which aims to increase circulation and relieve tension in the body. Fascia is the connective tissue beneath the skin which attaches, stabilises and separates muscles and other internal organs.1  Using gentle sustained pressure on the fascia, restrictions are removed to relieve pain and restore motion. In…

Neck and shoulder pain is a very common condition, accounting for over 15% of soft tissue problems seen in general practice.1 This may be due to the excessive amounts of time spent sitting by many people today, due to their work and study requirements. While some experience pain in the short term, for others it can…