Unfortunately, for many women, pain in pregnancy is common. However, contrary to what a lot of us are told, pain for pregnant women is not normal and there are many techniques, treatments and … [Read more...]
How To Prevent Muscle Cramp
Author: Jin Ong - Osteopath at MetaMed Wanaka Cramp develops when you have an involuntary over contraction or sustained muscle contraction. Either way, it's a pain in your life that you don't … [Read more...]
Tendinopathy Treatment – Overuse injuries and pain reduction
There are two common types of tendon injuries, tears/ruptures and overuse injuries known as tendinopathy. Tendinopathy is an umbrella term that encompasses a variety of reasons for tendon irritation. … [Read more...]
Imaging – Help or Hindrance?
Author: Anna Burgess - Osteopath Modern Day Medical Imaging. Modern imaging techniques such as X-ray, ultrasound, MRI and CT Scans have the ability to show us anatomical structures in great … [Read more...]
Why Do I Need Treatment if I’m Not in Pain?
People often think to only seek treatment or therapy when they are in pain. Most of us feel niggles and strains, and we recover. Other times we feel them and we hope they'll get better on their … [Read more...]
5 Tips to Prevent Headaches and Migraines
Headaches and migraines aren't just a pain in the head. They're a pain in the butt. Suffering from daily, weekly or even random headaches can significantly interfere with your day and ability to do … [Read more...]
Arthritic Neck: Chiropractor or Osteopath for neck pain
17% of New Zealanders have arthritis, and that more than half of adults over 75 have some sort of arthritis leading to chronic pain and disability (1). Have You Been Told You Have Arthritis in Your … [Read more...]