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Tradies Health Month - How we can help you stay on the tools.
August marks Tradies Health Month, with the aim to highlight the importance of Tradies looking after their overall health and wellbeing. The day to day physical demands of trade occupations can place significant stress and strain on bodies. According to research approximately 60% of Tradies experience some form of pain which is related to their job. If left untreated this can limit work capacity and possibly lead to time off the tools and loss of income
Let’s Take the Pressure Off: Understanding Lumbar Disc Injuries and Radiculopathy
A Little Shock Can Go a Long Way: Exploring the Latest Uses of Radial Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) for Pain Relief and Recovery
Radial shockwave therapy in Ballarat at Eureka Health is a non-invasive medical treatment using high-energy acoustic sound waves to treat stubborn, chronic musculoskeletal and tendon conditions including tennis elbow, plantar fasciitis, achilles tendinopathy among many others.
Building Strength that Lasts a Lifetime: Why Reformer Pilates Supports Healthy Ageing
Supporting the Body that’s Doing it All: Pre & Postnatal Pilates at Eureka Health
Pregnancy and early motherhood change everything about how you move. Our Pre & Postnatal Pilates classes are led by clinician-instructors — often the same person who did your assessment — so your class is built around your body, not a generic program. Holly explains how it works, and what else we offer through pregnancy and postpartum, on the blog. Link in bio."
Endometriosis and Persistent Pelvic Pain: Conservative Management
Cervical Related Shoulder Pain: Why Neck Issues Can Feel Like a Shoulder Problem
Shoulder pain is one of the most common complaints people present with in everyday life, whether from sport, work, or daily activities. But not all shoulder pain actually originates from the shoulder joint itself. In many cases, the true source of the discomfort lies higher up in the cervical spine (your neck)
Common Lower Limb Sporting Injuries: Why Early Assessment Matters
Whether you're a weekend warrior, a school athlete, or a professional sportsperson, injuries to the lower limb are common—and can be seriously disruptive if not managed well. The lower limb includes complex joints and muscles of the hip, knee, ankle, and foot, all of which are critical for movement, balance, and shock absorption.
At Eureka Health, we frequently assess and treat patients with lower limb injuries. In this blog, we break down why these injuries occur, which types are most common, and how early intervention by an osteopath or physiotherapist can support recovery and reduce long-term complications.
Osteoarthritis Management Has Evolved: Here's What You Need to Know
If you’ve been told you have osteoarthritis and that it’s just “wear and tear” — we’ve got good news: that language is outdated, and so is the idea that nothing can be done.
At Eureka Health, we want you to feel empowered — not fearful — about your joints. The latest guidelines from leading global health organisations emphasise that osteoarthritis is manageable, movement is medicine, and your mindset matters.
More Than Just a Headache: Untangling Migraine, Dizziness & Concussion Symptoms
At Eureka Health, we often see patients experiencing symptoms such as persistent headaches, dizziness, unsteadiness, and visual disturbances. These symptoms can stem from a variety of underlying conditions including headaches, migraines, vestibular disorders, and post-concussion syndrome (PCS). Understanding the similarities and differences between these conditions is key to ensuring accurate diagnosis and effective management. Fortunately, conservative care through osteopathy and physiotherapy can play a central role in this process
Global Guidelines for Exercise During Pregnancy: Supporting Health for Mother and Baby
Exercise during pregnancy has long been recommended to support the health of both mother and baby. However, guidelines around exercise for pregnant women have evolved, with recent updates encouraging more women to stay active. These changes have been supported by scientific research showing that the benefits of exercise during pregnancy extend beyond physical fitness, contributing to better outcomes for both mother and baby
Understanding TMJ Dysfunction: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options with Osteopathy
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction is a condition affecting the jaw joints and surrounding muscles, leading to pain, restricted movement, and discomfort. TMJ dysfunction can have a significant impact on daily activities, including eating, speaking, and even sleeping. While various treatment options are available, osteopathy stands out as a conservative and effective approach. This blog will explore the causes, diagnosis, and treatment options for TMJ dysfunction, emphasising how osteopathic care can be an integral part of the treatment plan alongside your dentist.
Why Leaking When You Run and Lift Isn’t Always a Weak Pelvic Floor
Experiencing urinary leakage while running or lifting heavy weights can be stressful, embarrassing and frustrating. It is often blamed on a "weak" pelvic floor, but this is an oversimplification. While pelvic floor weakness can contribute to stress urinary incontinence (SUI), it's far from the whole picture. Many other factors, including how you breathe, your posture, and even the load you're lifting, can play a significant role in leakage
Understanding Vertigo: Accurate Diagnosis for Effective Treatment
Vertigo is more than just a dizzy spell. For many people, more commonly over 50 years of age, it can be a disorienting and frustrating experience that disrupts daily life. At Eureka Health, we see many patients who have been struggling with vertigo, often after exploring various diagnoses and unsuccessful treatment elsewhere. If your practitioner has a sound understanding of vertigo, treatment should be extremely effective in resolving your symptoms. Our goal is to provide clarity and effective treatment by emphasising the importance of accurate diagnosis.
Understanding Positional Plagiocephaly: A Guide for New Parents
Osteoporosis and Osteopenia: Understanding, Managing, and Strengthening Your Bones
Osteoporosis and osteopenia are conditions that affect bone strength and fracture risk. Let’s dive into what these conditions are, why they happen, and the latest evidence on the best ways to manage them—especially through conservative methods like exercise, diet, and lifestyle changes.
Understanding Hip Pain: Types, Causes, and Treatment
Hip pain can have a wide variety of causes, from muscle strains and tendon injuries to joint issues like FAI, labral tears, or osteoarthritis. In some cases, the pain may even be referred from other areas of the body, such as the spine or pelvis. Getting a thorough assessment from a physiotherapist or osteopath can help pinpoint the exact cause of your pain and guide you toward an effective treatment plan that includes exercise, manual therapy, and pain management strategies.
TENS machines for Overactive Bladder - too good to be true?
Overactive bladder (OAB) is a common condition characterised by a frequent, sudden urge to urinate, often accompanied by incontinence. This condition can significantly impact your quality of life, leading to social, psychological, and physical distress. Needing to know exactly where all of the public toilets in Ballarat are situated is a common story that we hear! Transcutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation (TTNS) has emerged as a safe and low risk approach for decreasing urinary urgency and frequency.
Understanding Shoulder Pain: Types, Causes, and Treatment
Shoulder pain is a common issue for many people. This post will break down the different types of shoulder pain, what could be causing it, and how physiotherapy and osteopathy can help in assessing, diagnosing, and treating your shoulder pain. Common shoulder complaints include frozen shoulder, rotator cuff related shoulder pain, dislocations, arthritis and referred pain.
Understanding Spinal Arthritis: Latest Evidence on Pathology and Treatment
Arthritis of the spine, or spinal arthritis, is a common condition that can lead to back and neck pain, stiffness, and discomfort, especially as we age. It refers to inflammation in the joints of the spine, which can cause a range of symptoms that affect day-to-day life. While the term “arthritis” is often associated with wear and tear, there are different types that affect the spine, each with its own causes and treatments. This post explores the different types of spinal arthritis, the latest understanding of the pathology, and the best conservative (non-surgical) treatment options—focusing the most common cause of arthritis that we see, osteoarthritis (OA).