Doctors of Osteo offers osteopathic treatment for rib pain
Doctors of Osteo is a team of health professionals dedicated to helping people feel better from injuries. They offer a range of treatments and programs to help get you back on your feet again! They are dedicated to providing professional support and advice, so you can feel better sooner.
Doctors of Osteo are here to assist if you are seeking osteopathic treatment for rib pain or spondylolisthesis. Doctors of Osteo is servicing Hawthorn, Kew, Balwyn, Canterbury, Camberwell, Richmond & Glen Iris.
Musculoskeletal complaints have increased due to people working from home
Throughout the pandemic we have found an increase in musculoskeletal complaints, likely arising from make-shift home offices. These supposedly ‘temporary set-ups’, have spanned much longer than anticipated for some, leading to many seeking external support and ergonomic advice. You will find varying reviews from employees; some love the hours saved on commuting, whilst others resort to working from their dining room table. Nonetheless, it is expected that a large number of individuals will remain Working From Home (WFO) for the foreseeable future.
The common prediction highlights the need for ergonomically safe spaces, to prevent the occurrence of Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI). This post will take you through a checklist of areas to adjust as well as some basic exercises, to assist with injury prevention.
Is there anything else I can do to prevent WFO aches and pains?
Studies have found that no matter how perfect your desk setup is if you stay in a sustained upright position for long periods of time, you will likely begin to experience aches and pains. Along with applying a blue-light filter to your screen or eyewear, below are a few more tips and tricks to maintain your health whilst WFO.
- Try to stand up from your desk every 30mins-1hour.
- Give your eyes a break by looking away from the screen for 20 seconds every 20-30 minutes
- Set yourself up away from the dining room and kitchen if possible in an area with adequate lighting.
- Try to maintain your health and well-being to keep yourself functioning to the best of your ability.
Are there any exercises I can do to help my posture?
I have tried adjusting my desk but am still in pain, what can I do next?
For a more individualized in-person assessment, you can book an appointment online through our website. We can help assess movement patterns of the body and prescribe exercises to build strength in problematic areas. Alternatively, you can contact carmen@doctorsofosteo.com.au or rachel@doctorsofosteo.com.au attaching an image of your desk set up from the side (such as the first infographic) and one from behind. Our team can help point out specific areas to adjust virtually and free of charge!
Our team of qualified osteopaths serves the areas of Hawthorn, Kew, Balwyn, Canterbury, Camberwell, Richmond, and Glen Iris. If you’re experiencing rib pain in the front of your chest that may be symptoms of costochondritis, book an appointment with one of the caring osteopaths at Doctors of Osteo for help.
Doctors of Osteo is servicing Camberwell
Camberwell is a Melbourne suburb that borders the city of Boroondara. It's known for its greenery and proximity to central Victoria, as well as it should be because at only 9 kilometers from CBD! With 22K residents living there, you'll always find something new around every corner-whether it's shopping centers or beautiful parks like Royal Park which houses La Trobe Botanic Gardens
If you live in Camberwell and are seeking Osteo Camberwell, Doctors of Osteo is a short drive away. Contact us immediately at 0403 266 876 or book an appointment online.
