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How Can an Osteopath Help With Hip Pain and Groin Strains Hip pain and groin strains are common problems that can affect people of all ages and activity levels. Whether you’re an athlete, gym-goer, tradesperson, runner or simply experiencing hip pain during everyday activities, the discomfort can make walking, running, bending and exercising difficult. A groin strain can occur when […]

How Can an Osteopath Help With Shoulder Pain and Bursitis Shoulder pain can make everyday activities surprisingly difficult. Reaching overhead, putting on a shirt, sleeping on your side, lifting objects or playing sport can all become painful when the shoulder is irritated. One common cause of shoulder pain is shoulder bursitis. While bursitis can be painful, it is important to […]

How Can an Osteopath Help With Lower Back Pain and Disc Bulges Lower back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal problems affecting adults. It can make everyday activities such as sitting, walking, bending, exercising and even sleeping uncomfortable. A disc bulge can also be a source of concern for many people. However, having a disc bulge on an […]

How Can an Osteopath Help Elbow Osteoarthritis? Elbow pain, stiffness or reduced movement can make everyday activities surprisingly difficult. Whether you’re struggling to lift weights, work at a computer, play sport, garden or simply straighten your arm, elbow osteoarthritis may be contributing to your symptoms. At Hoppers Crossing Sports & Spinal, we help people manage musculoskeletal conditions such as elbow […]

3 Exercises for Patella Tracking Syndrome If you experience pain around your kneecap when running, squatting, walking downstairs or exercising, you may be experiencing patella tracking problems or patellofemoral pain. The good news is that the right rehabilitation exercises can help improve knee strength, hip strength and lower-limb control, which are important components of managing patellofemoral pain. At Hoppers Crossing […]

How Can an Osteopath Help Treat Patella Tracking Syndrome? Do you experience pain around your kneecap when walking, running, squatting or going up and down stairs? You may be experiencing patella tracking syndrome, also commonly associated with patellofemoral pain syndrome. At Hoppers Crossing Sports & Spinal, our osteopaths assess the knee and the surrounding areas of the body to identify […]

3 Exercises for Ankle Arthritis | Hoppers Crossing Sports & Spinal Suffering from Ankle Arthritis, Ankle Pain or Foot Pain? Ankle arthritis can make every step uncomfortable. Whether you’re walking the dog, exercising, climbing stairs or simply standing for long periods, ankle arthritis can lead to pain, stiffness and reduced mobility that impacts your quality of life. At Hoppers Crossing […]

3 Exercises for Hip Arthritis | Hoppers Crossing Sports & Spinal Struggling with Hip Arthritis or Hip Pain? Hip arthritis is one of the most common causes of persistent hip pain, stiffness and reduced mobility. Everyday activities such as walking, climbing stairs, getting out of a chair or putting on your shoes can become increasingly difficult as arthritis progresses. At […]

3 Exercises for Lumbar Osteoarthritis and Lower Back Pain Lower Back Pain Relief at Hoppers Crossing Sports & Spinal Living with lower back pain caused by lumbar osteoarthritis can make everyday activities such as walking, bending, exercising, or even getting out of bed more challenging. The good news is that regular movement and targeted exercises can help improve spinal mobility, […]

3 Exercises for Facet Joint Neck Pain Neck Pain Relief at Hoppers Crossing Sports & Spinal If you’re experiencing neck pain that feels sharp when looking up, turning your head, or after sitting at a desk for long periods, you may be suffering from cervical facet joint pain. At Hoppers Crossing Sports & Spinal, our Osteopaths regularly assess and treat […]