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Lower Back Pain: Common Causes, Myths, and Evidence-Based Management
Lower Back Pain: Common Causes, Myths, and Evidence-Based Management Lower back pain affects most people at some point in their lives. While it can be distressing, the good news is that most back pain is not dangerous and responds well to appropriate management....
Desk-Related Neck and Shoulder Pain: Why It Happens and What Helps
Desk-Related Neck and Shoulder Pain: Why It Happens and What Helps Neck and shoulder pain related to desk work is one of the most common reasons people seek osteopathic care. Long hours at a computer, limited movement, and poorly set-up workstations can place ongoing...
Osteopathy and Private Health Insurance: What rebates can you expect?
Osteopathy and Private Health Insurance: What Rebates Can You Expect? One of the most common questions we hear at Principle Four Osteopathy is: “Can I claim osteopathy on my private health insurance, and how much will I get back?” The short answer is yes — most...
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...
Meet Logan Sharrock: Osteopath Dedicated to Movement, Empowerment & Lasting Results
Meet Logan Sharrock: Osteopath Dedicated to Movement, Empowerment & Lasting Results If you’re looking for an osteopath who combines expert clinical care with genuine empathy and a deep understanding of how the body moves, then you’ll want to meet Logan Sharrock —...
Meet Shaun Coghlan: Melbourne CBD Osteopath Focused on Movement, Recovery & Lasting Results
Meet Shaun Coghlan: Melbourne CBD Osteopath Focused on Movement, Recovery & Lasting Results When pain, discomfort, or movement limitations start affecting your work, sport, or daily life, the right osteopath can make all the difference. At Principle Four...
Meet Jarrod Testa: Bridging the Gap Between Pain and Performance
Meet Jarrod Testa: Bridging the Gap Between Pain and Performance When pain stops you from training, working, or moving the way you want, finding the right practitioner matters. At Principle Four Osteopathy, Jarrod Testa is known for his ability to bridge the gap...
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,...