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Osteopathy vs Physiotherapy vs Chiropractic: What’s the Difference?
Osteopathy vs Physiotherapy vs Chiropractic: What’s the Difference? If you’re dealing with pain, injury, or movement problems, choosing the right health professional can feel confusing. Many people ask: Should I see an osteopath, physiotherapist, or chiropractor?...
10 Common Questions People Ask Before Seeing an Osteopath
10 Common Questions People Ask Before Seeing an Osteopath If you’re considering osteopathy but aren’t sure what to expect, you’re not alone. Many people book their first appointment with similar questions about pain, treatment, costs, and outcomes. Below, we answer...
Chronic & Complex Pain Conditions: Understanding Persistent Pain and How We Can Help
Chronic & Complex Pain Conditions: Understanding Persistent Pain and How We Can Help Living with ongoing pain can be frustrating, exhausting and confusing — particularly when scans are “normal,” treatments haven’t provided lasting relief, or symptoms keep flaring...
Sports Injuries Explained: From Acute Injuries to Return-to-Sport Rehabilitation
Sports Injuries Explained: From Acute Injuries to Return-to-Sport Rehabilitation Sports and physical activity provide enormous health benefits, but injuries are an unfortunate reality for many active people — from recreational gym-goers to competitive athletes. At...
Running-Related Injuries: Common Types, Causes and How We Help Runners Recover
Running-Related Injuries: Common Types, Causes and How We Help Runners Recover Running is one of the most effective and accessible ways to improve cardiovascular health, strength and mental wellbeing. However, it is also associated with a relatively high rate of...
Jaw and TMJ Pain: Causes, Symptoms and How Osteopathy Can Help
Jaw and TMJ Pain: Causes, Symptoms and How Osteopathy Can Help Jaw pain, clicking, headaches and facial tension are more common than many people realise. For some, symptoms are mild and intermittent. For others, jaw or TMJ pain can interfere with eating, speaking,...
What to Expect at Your First Shockwave Therapy Consultation
What to Expect at Your First Shockwave Therapy Consultation If you’re booked in for your first Shockwave Therapy consultation at Principle Four Osteopathy, this guide explains exactly what the appointment involves, how shockwave therapy is used, and whether it’s the...
What to Expect at Your First Exercise Rehabilitation Consultation
What to Expect at Your First Exercise Rehabilitation Consultation If you’re booked in for your first Exercise Rehabilitation consultation at Principle Four Osteopathy, this guide explains exactly what the appointment involves and how exercise-based rehab is used to...
What to Expect at Your First Strength & Conditioning Consult
What to Expect at Your First Strength & Conditioning Consult If you’re booked in for your first Strength & Conditioning consult at Principle Four Osteopathy, this guide will walk you through exactly what to expect — from your initial assessment through to how...
What to expect at your first functional movement screen consult
What to Expect at Your First Functional Movement Screen Consult If you’re booked in for your first Functional Movement Screen (FMS) at Principle Four Osteopathy, you might be wondering what the appointment involves and how it’s different from a standard osteopathy...
Meet Shaun Coghlan – Osteopath and Occupational Health Specialist at Principle Four Osteopathy, Melbourne CBD
Meet Shaun Coghlan, osteopath at Principle Four Osteopathy in Melbourne CBD. Shaun specialises in manual therapy, rehab, dry needling, and workplace ergonomics.
Meet Heath Williams: Expert Osteopath in Melbourne CBD
Meet Heath Williams, Principal Osteopath at Principle Four Osteopathy in Melbourne CBD. Discover how Heath blends hands-on care, rehab, and ergonomic expertise to help clients overcome pain and perform better.