Queensland Osteopathic Clinic

Queensland Osteopathic Clinic The Queensland Osteopathic Clinic delivers a patient focused, hands on treatment approach. How Can Osteopathy Help You?

Osteopathy and Osteopathic treatment are effectively used to treat general medical conditions such as headaches, back pain, neck pain, osteoarthritis, joint restrictions, muscle spasm, period pain, rotator cuff injuries, restricted joint range of motion, shortened tissue state, scoliosis and general alignment. Sports injuries such as sprains and strains, muscle tears, pelvic imbalance an postural

correction. Osteopathic treatment is safe for everyone including athletes, ladies in pregnancy, children, office workers, the elderly and the general public. Queensland Osteopathic Clinic is family owned and operated. Dr Philip (Phil) Nolan (Ostepath) along with his wife Nikki operate the clinic out of Bellbowrie (Moggill Road) which is located in the western suburbs of Brisbane. Their older daughter Jazmin also works in the clinic on Saturdays. Dr Nolan has a Bachelor of Applied Science (clinical) and a Bachelor of Osteopathy from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT). Phil & Nikki have owned and operated a very successful clinic in North Queensland for over 18 years. Phil's passion for allied health was born out of his love of sport. Through training injuries and questioning what works, Phil has developed an acute understanding and fascination of the human body and injury management and prevention.

25/06/2026

🦒 Is Neck Pain Becoming Part of Your Daily Routine?

Whether it's working at a computer, spending hours on your phone, driving, gardening or simply sleeping in an awkward position, neck pain can affect people of all ages and lifestyles.

The neck is made up of joints, muscles, ligaments, nerves and discs that all work together to support the weight of your head while allowing a remarkable range of movement. When one or more of these structures becomes irritated, everyday movements can become uncomfortable.

Neck pain may present as:
• Stiffness turning your head
• Pain when looking up or down
• Tight shoulders and upper back
• Headaches that begin at the base of the skull
• Pain that travels into the shoulder or arm

It's important to remember that neck pain doesn't always indicate serious damage. Many factors can contribute, including posture, muscle tension, work habits, reduced movement, stress and previous injuries.

At Queensland Osteopathic Clinic, Osteopaths assess how your neck, upper back, shoulders and surrounding muscles move together. Treatment may include gentle hands-on osteopathic techniques, mobility exercises, stretching and advice to help improve movement and everyday function.

💻 Small changes to your daily habits can sometimes make a big difference to how your neck feels over time.

📍 Kenmore Clinic (Mon–Fri)
Shop 61, Kenmore Village Shopping Centre
9 Brookfield Rd, Kenmore QLD 4069

📍 Bellbowrie Clinic (Saturday mornings)
3273 Moggill Rd, Bellbowrie QLD 4070

☎️ 07 3544 6842
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22/06/2026

🌄 Back Pain: It's More Common Than You Think

Most people will experience back pain at some stage of their lives. It can appear suddenly after lifting, gardening or sport, or gradually develop after long hours sitting at a desk, driving or working from home.

One of the biggest misconceptions about back pain is that it always means something is seriously damaged. In reality, back pain can involve muscles, joints, ligaments, discs, nerves and even lifestyle factors such as stress, sleep and physical activity levels.

Back pain may present as:
• Stiffness when getting out of bed
• Difficulty standing upright after sitting
• Pain when bending or lifting
• Aching across the lower back
• Pain that travels into the buttock or leg

Because many structures can contribute to back pain, understanding the individual factors involved is often an important part of assessment.

At Queensland Osteopathic Clinic, Osteopaths assess how your spine, pelvis, muscles and movement patterns work together. Treatment may include hands-on osteopathic techniques, mobility work, stretching, movement advice and rehabilitation exercises tailored to the individual.

🏃 Movement is often an important part of keeping the back healthy, but everyone's situation is different and should be assessed individually.

📍 Kenmore Clinic (Mon–Fri)
Shop 61, Kenmore Village Shopping Centre
9 Brookfield Rd, Kenmore QLD 4069

📍 Bellbowrie Clinic (Saturday mornings)
3273 Moggill Rd, Bellbowrie QLD 4070

☎️ 07 3544 6842
📧 [email protected]

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18/06/2026

🌿 Why do muscles become tight?

"Tight muscles" are one of the most common complaints we hear in clinic, but muscle tightness is often more complex than many people realise.

Muscles can feel tight for a variety of reasons. Sometimes it's due to prolonged sitting, repetitive work, exercise, stress, poor sleep, reduced movement, or because another area of the body is not moving as efficiently as it should.

Interestingly, a muscle that feels tight isn't always physically shortened. In some cases, it may be working harder than normal to support a joint or compensate for movement elsewhere.

Common areas where people notice muscle tightness include:
• Neck and shoulders
• Upper back
• Lower back
• Hips and glutes
• Calves and hamstrings

Rather than focusing solely on stretching, it can be helpful to understand why the muscle is feeling tight in the first place.

At Queensland Osteopathic Clinic, Osteopaths assess how your muscles, joints and movement patterns work together. This helps us develop an individualised management plan aimed at improving movement, mobility and overall function.

🏃 Sometimes the key isn't simply stretching more — it's understanding what your body is trying to tell you.

📍 Kenmore Clinic (Mon–Fri)
Shop 61, Kenmore Village Shopping Centre
9 Brookfield Rd, Kenmore QLD 4069

📍 Bellbowrie Clinic (Saturday mornings)
3273 Moggill Rd, Bellbowrie QLD 4070

☎️ 07 3544 6842
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16/06/2026

🪴 Is posture really the cause of your pain?

Many people have been told they need to "sit up straight" or "fix their posture" to prevent pain. The reality is often a little more complex.

There is no single perfect posture that works for everyone. In fact, many people with less-than-perfect posture have no pain at all, while others with excellent posture may still experience discomfort.

What often matters more is how long we stay in one position.

Whether you're sitting at a desk, driving, studying, working from home or looking down at a phone, spending hours in the same position can place increased stress on muscles, joints and surrounding tissues.

This may contribute to symptoms such as:
• Neck pain
• Mid-back tightness
• Headaches
• Shoulder discomfort
• Lower back pain

Rather than chasing "perfect posture", a better approach is often improving movement, strength, flexibility and changing positions regularly throughout the day.

At Queensland Osteopathic Clinic, Osteopaths assess posture as part of a bigger picture. We look at how your joints, muscles, movement patterns and daily activities may be contributing to your symptoms and provide individualised management strategies.

🌱 Small changes in movement habits can sometimes make a big difference over time.

📍 Kenmore Clinic (Mon–Fri)
Shop 61, Kenmore Village Shopping Centre
9 Brookfield Rd, Kenmore QLD 4069

📍 Bellbowrie Clinic (Sat mornings)
3273 Moggill Rd, Bellbowrie QLD 4070

☎️ 07 3544 6842
📧 [email protected]

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11/06/2026

🌿 Is that ache between your shoulder blades more than just muscle tension?

Mid-back pain, also known as thoracic pain, is a common complaint among office workers, tradies, drivers, students and anyone who spends long periods sitting or looking down.

The thoracic spine sits between the neck and lower back and works closely with the ribs, shoulders and surrounding muscles. Because of this, discomfort in the mid-back can sometimes feel like a dull ache, stiffness between the shoulder blades, rib pain, or discomfort when twisting, reaching or taking a deep breath.

Poor workstation set-up, prolonged sitting, repetitive movements, sporting activities and physical work can all contribute to increased stress on the thoracic region.

Many people focus only on where they feel the pain. However, the neck, shoulders, ribs, posture and even breathing patterns can influence how the mid-back functions.

At Queensland Osteopathic Clinic, Osteopaths assess how the spine, ribs, muscles and surrounding joints are moving together. Treatment may include hands-on osteopathic techniques, movement advice, stretching and rehabilitation strategies tailored to the individual.

🔹 Persistent mid-back pain should always be properly assessed, particularly if symptoms are new, worsening or affecting daily activities.

📍 Kenmore Clinic (Mon–Fri)
Shop 61, Kenmore Village Shopping Centre
9 Brookfield Rd, Kenmore QLD 4069

📍 Bellbowrie Clinic (Sat mornings)
3273 Moggill Rd, Bellbowrie QLD 4070

☎️ 07 3544 6842
📧 [email protected]

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10/06/2026

🔸 Is your groin pain actually coming from your lower back or pelvis?

When people experience pain in the groin, they often assume the hip joint is the cause. While the hip can certainly contribute to groin symptoms, it is not the only possible source.

One structure that is often overlooked is the sacroiliac joint (SIJ), located where the spine meets the pelvis. Irritation or sprain of this joint can sometimes refer pain into the buttock, lower back, outer hip and even the groin region.

The body does not always follow neat anatomical maps. This means the location where you feel pain is not necessarily the location where the problem originates.

Symptoms can sometimes develop after lifting, twisting, sport, gardening, prolonged sitting, or even after an awkward movement that seemed insignificant at the time.

At Queensland Osteopathic Clinic, Osteopaths assess how the lower back, pelvis, hips and surrounding muscles are working together. Understanding the source of symptoms can help guide appropriate management and rehabilitation strategies.

🌿 If you're experiencing persistent groin, hip, pelvic or lower back discomfort, a professional assessment may help identify factors contributing to your symptoms.

📍 Kenmore Clinic (Mon–Fri)
Shop 61, Kenmore Village Shopping Centre
9 Brookfield Rd, Kenmore QLD 4069

📍 Bellbowrie Clinic (Sat mornings)
3273 Moggill Rd, Bellbowrie QLD 4070

☎️ 07 3544 6842
📧 [email protected]

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08/06/2026

🔎 Have you ever been told you have a "trapped nerve"?

It's one of the most common phrases used to describe pain, tingling, numbness or weakness travelling into an arm or leg. However, the term "trapped nerve" is often a little misleading.

In many cases, a nerve isn't actually trapped. Instead, it may be irritated, inflamed, sensitised or affected by changes in the surrounding tissues. This can occur around the neck (cervical spine), lower back (lumbar spine), discs, joints, muscles or other structures near the nerve.

When a nerve becomes irritated, symptoms can sometimes travel away from the source. For example, irritation in the neck may contribute to symptoms in the shoulder, arm or hand, while irritation in the lower back may contribute to symptoms into the buttock, leg or foot.

Because these symptoms can arise from several different structures, it is important not to assume the cause without a proper assessment.

At Queensland Osteopathic Clinic, Osteopaths assess posture, movement, joints, muscles and nerve function to better understand what may be contributing to your symptoms. Treatment may include hands-on osteopathic techniques, mobility exercises, movement advice and rehabilitation strategies tailored to the individual.

📍 Kenmore Clinic (Mon–Fri)
Shop 61, Kenmore Village Shopping Centre
9 Brookfield Rd, Kenmore QLD 4069

📍 Bellbowrie Clinic (Sat mornings)
3273 Moggill Rd, Bellbowrie QLD 4070

☎️ 07 3544 6842
📧 [email protected]
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04/06/2026

⚡ Pain travelling down your leg or arm may not always be coming from where you feel it.

A disc bulge or disc herniation occurs when part of an intervertebral disc changes shape and may irritate nearby structures, including spinal nerves. When a nerve becomes irritated, symptoms can sometimes travel away from the spine and into the buttock, leg, foot, shoulder, arm or hand.

This is known as nerve referral and is one reason people can experience symptoms such as pain, tingling, numbness or altered sensation some distance from the original source.

Not all disc bulges cause symptoms, and not all nerve-related symptoms are caused by disc issues. This is why a thorough assessment is important.

At Queensland Osteopathic Clinic, Osteopaths assess the whole body, including spinal movement, posture, muscle function, neurological signs and movement patterns. The goal is to better understand the factors contributing to your presentation and determine whether further investigation may be appropriate.

Osteopathic management may include gentle hands-on treatment, mobility work, exercise advice and strategies aimed at supporting movement and function.

📍 Kenmore Clinic (Mon–Fri)
Shop 61, Kenmore Village Shopping Centre
9 Brookfield Rd, Kenmore QLD 4069

📍 Bellbowrie Clinic (Sat mornings)
3273 Moggill Rd, Bellbowrie QLD 4070

☎️ 07 3544 6842
📧 [email protected]
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03/06/2026

🔍 Is it really hip pain?

Many people experience pain around the side of the hip, buttock or upper thigh and assume the hip joint is the source. However, in some cases the sacroiliac joint (SIJ) may be contributing to the discomfort.

The sacroiliac joints connect the spine to the pelvis and play an important role in transferring forces through the body during walking, lifting, bending and sport.

When the SIJ becomes irritated or strained, symptoms may be felt around the lower back, buttock, hip region or even into the upper leg. This is one reason SIJ pain is often mistaken for a hip problem.

At Queensland Osteopathic Clinic, Osteopaths assess the whole movement system rather than focusing on one area alone. This may include examining the lower back, pelvis, hips, posture, walking pattern and surrounding muscles to help identify potential contributors to symptoms.

Osteopathic management may involve gentle hands-on treatment, mobility work, exercise advice and movement strategies aimed at supporting overall function and reducing mechanical strain.

Accurate assessment is important because pain felt in one area does not always originate from that location.

📍 Kenmore Clinic (Mon–Fri)
Shop 61, Kenmore Village Shopping Centre
9 Brookfield Rd, Kenmore QLD 4069

📍 Bellbowrie Clinic (Sat mornings)
3273 Moggill Rd, Bellbowrie QLD 4070

☎️ 07 3544 6842
📧 [email protected]
🔗 Book online: https://tinyurl.com/4vrjyc82

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🌿 Arthritis and osteoarthritis can affect people of all ages and may contribute to joint stiffness, reduced mobility and...
29/05/2026

🌿 Arthritis and osteoarthritis can affect people of all ages and may contribute to joint stiffness, reduced mobility and ongoing discomfort in daily life.

Common areas affected include the knees, hips, hands, neck and lower back. Some people notice symptoms are worse first thing in the morning, after long periods sitting, or during colder weather.

Osteoarthritis is often associated with gradual joint changes over time, but movement and activity still play an important role in maintaining joint function and overall mobility.

At Queensland Osteopathic Clinic, Osteopaths assess how the body is moving as a whole. This may include examining joint mobility, muscle tension, posture, walking patterns and how surrounding muscles and joints are supporting the affected area.

Osteopathic management may involve gentle hands-on treatment, movement advice, stretching, strengthening guidance and strategies aimed at supporting comfort, mobility and day-to-day function.

Staying active and maintaining movement is often an important part of managing joint health over time.

📍 Kenmore Clinic (Mon–Fri)
Shop 61, Kenmore Village Shopping Centre
9 Brookfield Rd, Kenmore QLD 4069

📍 Bellbowrie Clinic (Sat mornings)
3273 Moggill Rd, Bellbowrie QLD 4070

☎️ 07 3544 6842
📧 [email protected]
🔗 Book online: https://tinyurl.com/4vrjyc82

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Shop 61, Kenmore Village Shopping Centre, 9 Brookfield Road, Kenmore
Brisbane, QLD
4069

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