Greetings to you all. Just to let you know, I’ve moved to Point Lonsdale and set up a new practice. It’s a wonderful sea change and I feel blessed. It’s only an hour and a half from my last practice in Alma Rd. As I’m an essential service, I’m happy to receive people from Melbourne, […]
Sea Change
How to choose the right pillow.
Do you love your pillow? This is what I ask each client on their first visit. Unless you love your pillow, chances are it’s not the right pillow for you. But how to choose the right pillow? Firstly, I check your sleeping position. You must sleep on your side. Right side or left side, preferably […]
What to expect during and after treatment.
Some clients come to me knowing I practise CranioSacral Therapy. Others come only knowing I am a Manual Therapist. I am often asked, what to expect during and after treatment. CranioSacral Therapy restores the natural balance of the body. I explain to clients, as we age the body develops layers of disfunction. During the treatment, […]
To botox or not to botox?
That is the question. To botox or not to botox? For jaw tension, dentists recommend an injection of botox. And it works. For short time, anyway. But the tension in the jaw is still there. And the jaw is still out of alignment. Botox can’t fix that. So after 3 – 6 weeks you will […]
Teeth grinding.
What is teeth grinding? Teeth grinding- bruxism- is the gnashing, grinding, clenching that usually happens when asleep. Apparently it occurs in half the population and children can do it too. Generally a sleeping partner will notice it, or parents will notice it in their children. What causes teeth grinding? The causes include stress, teeth malalignment, […]
Craniosacral Therapy- not just for the head.
Craniosacral Therapy – not just for the head. It occurred to me this morning, talking to my friend, that people think Craniosacral therapy is just for the head. We were discussing shoulder pain and arthritis. Yes, I have successfully treated many clients with painful shoulders. It’s vitally important to treat their neck, as that’s where […]
Sinusitis.
What is sinusitis? Sinusitis is the inflammation of the nasal passages. It can be short term, acute, or long term , chronic. This year’s winter in Melbourne seems to be particularly bad for sinus problems. What are sinuses? Sinuses are the hollow, small cavities in the skull, forehead, cheeks, between and behind the eyes. The […]
Passionate about pelvic floors.
Are you passionate about your pelvic floor? Pelvic floors are not the most popular topics in the circles I mix in. But we all have them and many of ours need ! And not just the women. I have been treatihttp://www.easystool.com.aung clients pelvic floor muscles for decades, with sounding results. And now I have trialled […]
Sleep hygiene.
Before I started studying sleep disorders, I have never heard of sleep hygiene! Sounds like making sure you are clean before going to bed. After years of treating people with sleeping problems, I decided to specialise. Clients reported a myriad of problems, and no Dr had ever questioned their sleep. Sleep apnoea and insomnia are […]