Total Balance Healthcare

Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is urinary leakage during physical exertion or activity such as coughing, sneezing, jumping etc. ⁠
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A lot of people think that SUI is caused by a weak pelvic floor, but this is not always the case. SUI may be related to delays in the force generated and the neuromuscular timing of our contractions (SJ Madill et al. 2008). ⁠
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For example, when we go to cough, our pelvic floor should anticipate this and contract in order to support and stop leakage from occurring. If this isn’t occurring, leakage may happen. ⁠
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This is why the importance of a well timed contraction can be so crucial with managing SUI. Our pelvic health osteopaths Michelle, Loz, Simmone and Bec are able to provide education about all things SUI.

We are so proud of our pelvic health team at TBHC.⁠

Collectively we strive to deliver excellent pelvic health care for a range of presentations including incontinence, pelvic pain, prolapse, birth preparation, postnatal check ups and the list goes on and on. ⁠

You can always give us a call at the clinic on 9773 8085 if you ever want to chat to one of the pelvic health team.

50 BUCK OSTEO APPOINTMENTS with our Intern Osteo LAURA 🎉

Laura is completing her final 12 months of osteo at Victoria University and we are lucky to have her join our team!!!
You may recognise Laura... she previously was our dietician and receptionist!!! 4.5 years ago!!!

Laura is available Friday arvos
Book online ✨️

Quit cheap thrills.

Dust off Alanis Morissette's Jagged Little Pill.

Que the "relax and feel good" natural drug, Dopamine.

Dopamine is the orchestrator of
- reward and pleasure... feeeeelllll gooooooddd!!!
- motivation and goal setting.... increased drive & focus.
- movement & co-ordination... move better. More freely.
- learning & memory... good memories.
- regulation of mood... happy moods!
- attention & focus... on point.
- regulation of hormones... esp hormones for lactation & menstrual cycle.

🙈 Think you have a "small bladder"...

or

🔥 you suffer from pain or discomfort with urination???

Frequent trips to the bathroom and / or pain with urination could be a sign of an overactive bladder.

What can be done???
LOTS!!!!

Starting with finding the cause and then tailoring your management and exercises to help you 🙌

DM us if you fit this picture. We can chat!

For those of you who have met Sarah, you know that she not only an awesome osteo but an awesome person in general!!!
Sarah has decided to take a break from osteo and head to London for a year (or 2 ☺️)

Sarah is still here for the rest of June and all of July. So if you want to see her before she goes, book in now!

👉 https://www.totalbalancehealth.com.au/our-team/dr-sarah-duggan/

This is a statistic that, we think, just isn't ok.

1 in 3 women, after having a baby, wet themselves. A statistic from the Incontinence Foundation of Australia. They also say that the risk increase with the more babies you have 👶👶....👶

We want to stress that this makes wetting yourself, after having a baby, common.
Not normal.
Common.

Our Pelvic Health Osteos are well versed in this space. If you experience urinary leakage with
· walking
· squatting
· lifting
· jumping
· jogging
· running
· standing

or
· urgency to get to the toilet
· struggle to fully empty
· struggle to start urination
· pass small amounts of urine daily
· have a start stop flow when urinating

get in touch with us. Our Pelvic Health Osteos, Loz, Sarah and Simm can have a chat to you and see if we can help 💫

Don't forget to fill your cup today 🩵💜

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Feeling a bit overwhelmed and unsure about the birthing process? Don't worry, we've got you covered! 💪🏼 Our birth preparation appointments are here to help you feel empowered and ready for your delivery. 🤰🏻 Whether it's your first time or you've been through it before, every pregnancy is unique and our appointments cater to your individual needs. 💕 We'll discuss everything from natural pain relief options to postpartum care, and even assess your pelvic floor strength. 💁🏻‍♀️ So come on in and let us help you achieve your delivery goals. 🙌🏼 Trust us, you'll thank us later. 😉

Wanting more info about how Osteopathy can help with Birth prep. Click this link: https://www.totalbalancehealth.com.au/how-can-osteopathy-help-me-with-my-birth/

🏃🏻‍♀️Attention all runners! Are you looking to improve your performance and prevent injuries? Then it's time to learn about running assessments. 📈 This professional evaluation helps identify any weaknesses or imbalances in your body that may be affecting your running form. 💪🏼 By addressing these issues, you can enhance your running efficiency and reduce the risk of injuries. 🙌🏼 So lace up those shoes and schedule your running assessment today. Your body will thank you! 💯

Click this link for more info on Running Assessments: https://www.totalbalancehealth.com.au/services/running-gait-assessments/

🌟Take What You Need Today🌟 Sometimes we get so caught up in our busy lives that we forget to take care of ourselves. Today, let's change that! Whether you need a Osteo treatment, a hug, a break, or some extra love, don't be afraid to take what you need. You deserve it!

Book an appointment today via the link: https://www.totalbalancehealth.com.au/book-online/ 💜

Hey there, parents!👋 Let's talk about a topic that can make us all cringe a little – growing pains. 🤕 As our little ones grow taller and stronger, their bodies also go through some changes that can cause discomfort. But don't worry, we've got you covered with some quick tips on managing those pesky growing pains. 💪 From gentle massages to warm baths, we've tried it all and we're sharing our tried and tested methods with you. So sit back, relax, and let's tackle those growing pains together! 🙌

Want to know more ✨️
https://www.totalbalancehealth.com.au/growing-pains-and-how-to-manage-them/

We are back on deck today!!!

7am-8pm

💥 Dr. Dan
💥 Dr. Megan
💥 Dr. James
💥 Dr. Lachy
💥 Dr. Simm

Book online or give us a buzz at the clinic 😎

😅 Our phone line is down!!! 😅

That is ok! You can

☎️ call us on our clinic mobile 0492 810 832
🖥️ book online 👉 https://www.totalbalancehealth.com.au/book-online/

Hope you all had a lovely Easter break 🐰

Our phone line is down 😅

But that is ok!!!
Call our clinic mobile 0492 810 832
We are here and able to chat to you still!!!
Or
You can book online 😎
https://www.totalbalancehealth.com.au/book-online/

Big question...
Do you save your chocolate and slowly eat over the year
or
Do you hoover it and get rid of it????

We are back on deck tomorrow. See you then!

Dust off the pie maker.
These little rippers are oh, so delicious 🤤

get the recipe here 👉 https://www.totalbalancehealth.com.au/pie-maker-hot-cross-buns/

🐰 See you on the other side 🐰

We-reopen on Tuesday the 2nd.

If you need us, book online

Or leave a message and we will get back to you Tuesday 🙂

Who can believe it is Easter already!!!

Hope you all have a lovely long weekend and enjoy some R&R

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We are here until 7pm Thursday night this week. If you carried all your shopping bags at once.... we are here to help you through the Easter weekend ✌️

We hear you. Help is here 💜

👉 https://www.totalbalancehealth.com.au/is-it-normal-to-feel-pain-during-in*******se/

Is it normal to have pain during in*******se???? Simple answer. No.

Painful in*******se (also known as dyspareunia) refers to pain in the ge***al region before, during, or after intimacy. Around 75 percent of women have painful in*******se at some time, according to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). This is such a high number!

Reasons for pain with intimacy may include:
♀︎ Fungal or bacterial infections such as thrush or UTI’s
♀︎ Sexually transmitted infection (STIs)
♀︎ Pelvic inflammatory disease
♀︎ Vaginismus – involuntary spasms of your pelvic floor muscles
♀︎ Vulvodynia – chronic pain in the vulval region
♀︎ Reduced lubrication levels – va**nal dryness
♀︎ Endometriosis
♀︎ Skin irritants – latex condoms or products marketed at cleaning the va**na etc.
♀︎ Anatomy – tilted uterus or p***s shape and size
♀︎ Mental health conditions

This is by no means an exhaustive list, and there are many other causes for painful pe*******on. Some women experience painful pe*******on at times when they’re not being intimate, such as inserting tampons or menstrual cups.

Why are we talking about this???
Our Pelvic Health Osteos may be able to help you! Treatment is determined by the underlying cause, and your pelvic health osteopaths will take a thorough history to help determine the cause for your pain. From here, they will formulate a management plan with you to help you!

If you want to know more, please drop us a DM or call us at the clinic. We are more than happy to chat to you to discuss where the best help for you is.

👉 https://www.totalbalancehealth.com.au/is-it-normal-to-feel-pain-during-in*******se/

✨️Labour Day Weekend Hours✨️

Hey there, ankle enthusiasts! 🙋‍♀️ A common frustration that many of us have experienced is a ankle sprain. 🤕 Despite your best efforts, these pesky injuries usually reoccur after initially spraining it. Here is a brief insight on why this happens 🩵
To learn more --> https://www.totalbalancehealth.com.au/acute-ankle-injuries-in-children-and-teens-and-how-to-manage-them/

Loz is one of our go-to pelvic health osteos! She's got all the knowledge and skills to help you with any concerns related to pelvic health. 💪🌟

Check out this link to learn more about pelvic health osteo and why it's so important 👉️ https://www.totalbalancehealth.com.au/what-exactly-is-a-pelvic-health-appointment/

Pelvic Health problems are not "normal"!

And, you don't have to "live with them"!

Our extensive training in pelvic health has lead us on a mission to yell from the roof tops- You can get help!!!!

Here are some of the things we may be able to help you with
🤸 Pelvic pain
🤸 Incontinence- urinary and bowel
🤸 Pain during in*******se
🤸 Stress incontinence- you p*e before you get to the toilet
🤸 Coccyx pain- tailbone
🤸 Constipation
🤸 Pelvic floor weakness
🤸 Overactive pelvic floor
🤸 Return to exercise after having your bubba
🤸 DRAM- separation of the abdominal muscles
🤸 After birth checkup

Loz, Sarah and Simm are your Pelvic Health Osteos. They are specifically trained in all things Pelvic Health.

If you want to know if they can help you, please feel free to reach out to us. DM us or call the clinic. Always happy to chat.

👉 https://www.totalbalancehealth.com.au/services/pelvic-health-assessments/

⁉️What is the problem with mouth breathing⁉️

When mouth breathing occurs the tongue doesn't sit at the roof of mouth, and this can impact palate formation. Instead of having a broad, flat u-shaped palate, it can lead to a high, arched, v-shaped, narrow palate (as shown below).

This can lead to overcrowding of teeth in the mouth, which may indicate a higher chance of requiring more orthodontic intervention in the future.

It can also lead to a smaller nasal passage, which can make it harder to nasal breathe, as well as jaw pain, headaches, and poor posture.

We can see this in kids and the good news is, there is lots you can do!!! Megan is our osteo trained in Orofacial Myology. She looks at the way your little one breath, feeds, and mouth mechanics and implements ways to help development and function.

👉 https://www.totalbalancehealth.com.au/services/orofacial-myology/

🎉 ARCHIES SLIDES IN STOCK!!! 🎉

These little puppies slide out the door...... (get it lol)

They are hot property right now. Come on in and try a pair on. People instantly fall in love with these 💜💙

🩴 https://www.totalbalancehealth.com.au/product/archies-slides/