20/08/2026
🔍 𝗔 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗮𝘁 𝗻𝗲𝗰𝗸, 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿 & 𝗷𝗮𝘄 𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻
It’s easy to think of stubborn neck stiffness, lingering shoulder tension, teeth grinding and jaw tightness as separate issues. Sometimes they are, but when symptoms are persistent or recurrent, there may be several contributing factors.
Health, habits and lifestyle can all play a role. The muscles, joints, fascia, nerves and other structures involved in breathing, chewing, vision and movement are more interconnected than we often realise.
For those seeking help with persistent neck, shoulder or jaw pain and tension, an osteopathic assessment with senior osteopath Dr Patricia Thomas may help identify some of the factors contributing to these symptoms.
With extensive clinical experience, Patricia takes a whole-body approach to understanding persistent or recurrent symptoms. She takes a detailed history and assesses areas such as the jaw, neck and thoracic spine, posture and shoulder mechanics, looking at how these regions interact and whether mechanical or functional factors may be contributing.
Persistent tension, stiffness and headaches are common reasons people seek osteopathic care.
Patricia's individually tailored approach may include manual therapy, gentle joint mobilisation and practical advice, with treatment aimed at improving movement and addressing factors that may be contributing to symptoms over the longer term.
To make an appointment with Patricia or any member of our team:
📞 Call us on (02) 9878 5021 (8am–8pm, 7 days)
📍 Visit us at 1/22 Blenheim Road, North Ryde
💻 Or book online at https://www.rnhc.com.au
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