Text Neck – is it really a thing?

I’m going to start this blog with a pretty obvious point: We spend a LOT of time on our phones. Adults are constantly telling kids to “get off their devices”… meanwhile we’re replying to emails at dinner, doom-scrolling before bed, and somehow ending up on Instagram...

whats worse than being in pain?

When You’re Told “It’s All in Your Head” (But You Know It’s Not) Let’s be real – navigating the healthcare system when you’re in pain is tough. If you’ve ever walked out of a GP or allied health appointment feeling dismissed, you’re not alone. Some of the...

Osteoarthritis – myths vs facts

Just Diagnosed with Osteoarthritis? Let’s Clear a Few Things Up. So, you’ve been told you have Osteoarthritis (OA).Cue the mental spiral: Does this mean I’m getting old? Will I need surgery? Should I stop moving? Let’s hit pause right there, and get some...

manual therapy and is it all thats needed?

In this months blog I want to share a little insight into what I’ve been noticing in the clinic lately—something that really highlights what sets Monty Osteo apart. The Osteopaths we have here—Cooper, Claire, Jacqui and myself—genuinely love being part of this space....

What does it mean to have “poor posture”

“I have bad posture and this is causing my back and neck pain”. I have been hearing this line in clinic more often lately, and I wanted to share my thoughts on it. Now hear me out – I can see how if you are sitting down at your desk for too long, and...
I have a spikey ball, how do I use it?

I have a spikey ball, how do I use it?

Most of us somewhere along the way have collected certain self massage tools that we have *every* intention of using at home. But sometimes we may wonder “exactly how do I use this thing?”. Well if your dog hasn’t taken ownership of your spikey ball...