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We write about common health issues we see in our Hamilton Osteo clinic, such as sciatica, back pain and headaches, as well as pregnancy and baby-related problems like maternity pelvic pain and tongue tie in babies. We also cover acupuncture and osteopathy, explaining how they work and alongside general information about these therapies. We are always happy to answer any questions you might have 😊
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Mask Etiquette at TLC
As osteopaths, we are at a high risk of being in contact with Covid. Of course we take all possible precautions to mitigate the risks and...
Jessica Rioufrays Osteopath Hamilton Nz
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Traffic Light Osteopathy
Summary 1. Health care providers, such as osteopaths, are exempt from the traffic light system. 2. We will decline treatment if we feel...
Darryl Jenkins
3 min read
Level 3 care (New)
Summary We are open to most patients - not just urgent care but not 'routine care' either. To mitigate any potential risk we have taken...
Jessica Rioufrays Osteopath Hamilton Nz
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Level 3 Care (Old)
Summary We are open for urgent care only. Not routine care or 'tune ups' We can operate at level 3 so long as we follow strict...
Jessica Rioufrays Osteopath Hamilton Nz
3 min read
Distant Acupuncture Release Technique
Summary This is satire As a general rule, never let people throw darts at you The MOH and Jacinda fully endorse this treatment. But don't...
Darryl Jenkins
2 min read
All about your pelvic floor (Men and Women!)
Summary Women and men have pelvic floors and they need to be cared for These are the signs of a weak pelvic floor This exercise protocol...
Tessa Saraeva
4 min read
All about Pregnancy & TENS machines
Summary Tens are a safe and effective way to help you manage labour pains Tens are not for everyone - check with your midwife and get to...
Darryl Jenkins
3 min read
Eating to heal
Summary When we are injured, our body is performing different physiological tasks than when we are injury-free. This means that while we...
Tessa Saraeva
2 min read
All About Osteopathy
Summary - Osteopathy was founded in 1874 and moved into Nz around the 1930s - TLC osteopaths have studied for 5 years, have research...
Darryl Jenkins
4 min read
Pregnancy and Osteopathy- What to Expect?
I’m pregnant. Is osteopathy safe for me? Yes. But make sure you go to an osteopath who has experience working with pregnant women. At TLC...
Tessa Saraeva
2 min read
Open at Level 2
We take an overreactive 'safe' approach to Covid outbreaks. As such, when we open at level 2 we can assure you that the - 1. QR code...
Jessica Rioufrays Osteopath Hamilton Nz
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Can Acupuncture Induce Labor? A Hamilton Osteopath and Trained Acupuncturist Answers
Summary 1. On balance, acupuncture aids the labor process but is not great at starting it. Nonetheless, it is worth implementing in the...
Darryl Jenkins
3 min read
Clinic Video
Watch this short video to gain some insight into our clinic! Tessa Saraeva and Jessica & Darryl Jenkins Bach.AppSci M.Ost ACC...
Jessica Rioufrays Osteopath Hamilton Nz
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Help with Acute Low Back Pain
Summary 1. Acute low back pain is common and bothersome for around 3 weeks - not forever 2. The pain is almost always not because of...
Darryl Jenkins
4 min read
All about Glute Rehab
This advice is for people in the early stages of needing better glutes. It is not for people looking for sport specific glute exercises....
Darryl Jenkins
3 min read
All about Acupuncture and Dry Needling
What is it? Both Acupuncture and Dry Needling involve the careful insertion of fine needles into carefully chosen points on the human...
Darryl Jenkins
3 min read
Rotator Cuff Exercises
This blog covers six very useful exercises and some key do's and don'ts that we find useful for healing painful rotator cuff injuries. As...
Jessica Rioufrays Osteopath Hamilton Nz
2 min read
Fix my squat
There is no way to fix a squat through reading blogs or watching YouTube. It takes somebody with a keen eye, an understanding of load...
Darryl Jenkins
1 min read
5 Minute Full Body Stretch Routine
Feeling stiff? We've got you covered. These two highly effective stretches will have you feeling more limber and less timber in no time....
Darryl Jenkins
1 min read
How To Fix A Hamstring Strain
How to Fix a hamstring injury
Do's and dont's
Exercises
Darryl Jenkins
3 min read
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