Runners on the beach

Spring is here: Rediscover your health without pain this spring!

Spring is here. Rediscover your health without pain this spring! A word of warning from our Osteos- We definitely see more injuries as people start their spring exercise routines. When the weather warms up and the winter layers come off, people naturally want to get that body ready for summer, however, starting exercise classes that…

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Psychosomatic Therapy

When do you need to see an Osteopath?

  By: Edward Clark One of the most common question we get in our practice is “what is an Osteopath?” Most people out there are unaware of what an Osteopath is – or what we can offer them- until they get stuck in a bind. They then end up in our treatment room by a…

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Ankle Sprains

Written by: Vincent King Did you know that Osteopaths can help with much more than issues of the spine? I continue to be in awe at the way the body will heal given correct management. This is evident in the case of an ankle sprain. If poorly managed, an ankle injury can continue to be…

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Missing Themos? Then Don’t Miss This Offer!

  Are you an old patient of Dr Themos Gourlas? Themos moved to Noosa with his family in 2022, but St George Health is able to offer you great continuing care. So if you are not sure where to go to see an Osteopath, or you are a previous patient of Themos, book at St…

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Thyroid Dysfunction

Thyroid Dysfunction

Did you know that your Thyroid is the power house of your body which increases and decreases every cellular process. That’s insane! Nutrition deficiencies and environmental toxins can leave you experiencing any number of seemingly vague thyroid symptoms such as weight gain, fatigue, brain fog, constipation and infertility and miscarriage. Sadly your GP can’t do…

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Are You Stress Eating?

Are You Stress Eating? Have you ever found yourself mindlessly eating a whole block of chocolate while you brood over your latest breakup or eating a hamburger or pizza or fries in front of your computer as you furiously try to make a work deadline? Perhaps you’re a busy mum, eating sweets or cookies in…

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Living in Confinement

Have you ever tried to paint in between lines? Well if you haven’t let me tell you it’s incredibly hard and at times frustrating because you need to suspended the idea of perfection. It takes extreme amount of practice, fine motor skills and attention to detail to perfect this art and even then, it may…

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Anxiety Signs and Symptoms

Signs & Symptoms of Anxiety. What Can You Do About It?

Anxiety is related to fear. Fear is a natural response to something that is or seems to be a threat to our physical safety. To keep us safe, our bodies and brains are designed to respond to the fear response. Physical signs and symptoms of anxiety include increased heart rate, breathing fast or feeling short…

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Clinical Rooms in Kogarah, Sydney.

Our extra efforts during COVID-19.

15/04/2020 With the most recent updates from the NSW Government, Massage Therapy is now available again, along with the below services. You can find that information and more on government websites. Please still bring a face towel with you to your appointment. Thank you!   27/03/2020 The Government’s current advice is that, unfortunately, Massage Therapy…

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Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). What can you do?

Just about anyone could catch the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) that is spreading around the world, but it is especially affecting those who have compromised immune systems. Individuals who are normally healthy may consider doing a few things to boost their immune system for additional protection against this virus. Wash. Your. Hands. (And do it correctly.)…

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Lower Back Pain During Pregnancy

A Massage Therapists Guide Being pregnant is one of the most miraculous and rewarding experiences that will happen in your life. As a part of this life changing, exciting experience, it comes with a few physical challenges along the way. Add these to a full time job, the cooking and cleaning, an anxious new dad…

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Mental Health Support through the Bushfire Crisis

The recent bushfires have been unprecedented in their scale and duration. Mental health impacts of traumatic events such as the bushfire crisis can be huge, and long lasting. People have been forced to flea their homes and fire fighters have been exposed to devastating scenes. After a traumatic event people are left feeling a range…

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Why ignoring your child’s pain is a terrible idea!

Children are the most ignored group when it comes to health care and manual therapy in our clinics. Parents living a busy life are mostly reactive when their child complains of some pain or injury. At this point, they rush to seek advice on what to do next and are very committed to getting things…

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Pain… Let’s talk about it!

Are you suffering from pain? Do you know someone who has been suffering from pain?  Did you know that 1 in 5 Australians suffers from what can be classified as chronic, ongoing or persistent pain? This debilitating state can come along with lots of other medical issues- like arthritis, work-place injuries, the after-effects of car…

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Don’t be blind to kidney disease, learn what you need to do!

Did you know 90% of kidney function can be lost without experiencing any symptoms? This Week is Kidney Health Week (5th-11th March) and the message to Australian’s this year is ‘Don’t be blind to kidney disease’. In other words, don’t wait until you feel sick, take the initiative and learn the risk factors and find…

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Common Foot Problems

October is Foot Health Month, so we thought now would be a good time to talk about the common foot health problems Australians face! Smelly feet: Caused by overactive sweat glands. Avoid synthetic materials when buying shoes and socks. Natural fibres like cotton and leather allow the skin to breathe better, reducing the likelihood of…

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Exercising while Pregnant; what you need to know!

It is often said that if you have not exercised before you fall pregnant that it isn’t a good idea to start.  New studies published in Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) have shown that there are generally 7 tips for exercising safely and effectively.  They say that “a new study highlights the physical…

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Women’s Health and keeping your bones healthy!

As we grow older our body naturally changes. Such changes include our bones and how they develop. Our body is always regenerating itself, but it is important as humans that we help that process by doing the right things with our diet, exercise and lifestyle. A common misunderstanding is that our bones only need calcium to stay…

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Healing a cold or flu with Acupuncture

Its winter time so what does that mean? It’s the wonderful cold and flu season. Many times, I get clients that call and apologies that they can’t attend their appointment because they have come down with one of those yucky cold or flus. So what better time that I bring it to their attention, that…

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Coeliac Disease; more than just a gluten free fad!

This week is Coeliac Awareness Week 13th-20th March 2017. Coeliac disease affects 1 in every 70 Australians, however 4 out of 5 people still remain undiagnosed. If you think you have it, continue to eat a gluten diet 6 weeks prior to testing (if you commence a gluten free diet prior the tests used to…

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Top tips to help you maintain your weight loss

The effects of quick-fix diets often don’t last, as many people fall back into old eating and activity habits after the weight is lost. So if you find your weight is going back up again, it’s time to take action. The key to reaching your ideal weight and keeping the weight off is to make…

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Top excising tips to achieve a healthy weight

It’s Healthy Weight Week in Australia (13th-19th Feb) and although the focus is to inspire Australians to change their eating habits, cook at home and improve their portion control, I think it is fair to say that all Australian’s should also look to increase their physical activity levels. Together, eating well and exercising right are…

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Just because it’s ‘healthy’ doesn’t mean it has to be boring

Healthy foods shouldn’t be bland and boring! When someone complains that healthy foods don’t taste good, it’s often because they simply don’t know how to prepare them. Healthy foods can taste great when cooked and seasoned, to enhance their naturally delicious flavors. You can make vegetables, fish, poultry, whole grains and fruits taste great! If…

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Children: The growing pain myth.

The truth about growing pains. Childhood and adolescence is a challenging time for the human body.  Hormone changes coupled with increased physical demands place children under more physical stress and pain than ever before. Often parents are unsure of the best way to manage pain with their children.  Typically the GP offers medication, which may…

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