Inner West Health Clinic

Inner West Health Clinic We pride ourselves on treating patients individually through a range of hands on and hands off allied health services that is both accessible and affordable.

Its origins began in 2003 offering Osteopathy but have expanded over the last 20+ years to offer Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine & other many other Allied Health Modalities. The team at the Inner West Health Clinic has a proven track record for providing outstanding professional service and care to the inner west of Melbourne for over ten years. Osteopathy services were an integral pa

rt of Seddon Therapies, and our client list has now grown to the point that we really needed more space for more Osteopaths and Allied Health Practitioners. So the time came to make a change, and we’re really EXCITED about the new direction we’re taking, INTEGRATING more Allied Health Services into our busy clinic. In addition to Osteopathy, we also have Dietitian’s, Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine and now Speech Pathology.

Your rib cage moves with every breath you take. 🫁Each rib gently rotates where it connects to your spine, allowing your ...
08/08/2026

Your rib cage moves with every breath you take. 🫁
Each rib gently rotates where it connects to your spine, allowing your chest to expand and contract. When this motion becomes restricted, it can place extra load on surrounding muscles and joints.
You may notice this as stiffness through the upper or mid back, or a sense that breathing feels a little shallower than usual.
In osteopathy, we look at how the ribs, spine and surrounding tissues work together. Supporting healthy rib movement may help improve mobility and ease unnecessary strain through the back.
Have you ever noticed your breathing or posture feels different when your upper back is tight? Let us know below 👇
Call Inner West Health Clinic on 9078 2455 to make an appointment 📞

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Written centuries ago, this quote still sparks fascinating conversations about healing, the body, and the role of health...
06/08/2026

Written centuries ago, this quote still sparks fascinating conversations about healing, the body, and the role of healthcare. While modern medicine has evolved enormously since Voltaire’s time, one idea continues to resonate: the body has remarkable capacities for adaptation, repair, and recovery.
Osteopathy works with this principle by supporting how the body moves, functions, and responds to everyday stresses. Through thoughtful assessment and hands-on care, osteopaths aim to support the body’s natural ability to regulate and heal. 🤲
Sometimes healing is not about forcing the body, but understanding it better.
If your body has been feeling stiff, tense, or out of balance lately, an osteopath may be able to help support your movement and wellbeing.
Call Inner West Health Clinic on 9078 2455 to make an appointment. 📞

💚 Your liver is one of the most chemically active organs in your body.At any moment, it is managing blood sugar, packagi...
02/08/2026

💚 Your liver is one of the most chemically active organs in your body.
At any moment, it is managing blood sugar, packaging cholesterol, storing vitamins, filtering old blood cells, producing bile for digestion, neutralising toxins, regulating hormones, and supporting immunity. It even helps determine whether nutrients get stored, burned, or circulated. 🧠⚡
When liver health declines, people often notice fatigue, brain fog, inflammation, poor recovery, digestive changes, or altered energy regulation long before obvious disease develops.
Despite all that complexity, looking after your liver is surprisingly simple.
Your liver responds remarkably well to consistent basics: regular movement, fibre-rich foods, adequate protein, sleep, hydration, maintaining muscle mass, and limiting excess alcohol.
One fascinating fact? The liver is the only major internal organ that can significantly regenerate itself after injury or partial removal. So, the liver gives you some second, and third, and even fourth chances - take them!

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💙 Feeling a little blue? Your body might be asking you to move.People often hear “just exercise” when they are strugglin...
31/07/2026

💙 Feeling a little blue? Your body might be asking you to move.
People often hear “just exercise” when they are struggling with mood. On its own, that advice can feel oversimplified. But the connection between movement and mental wellbeing is not just motivational talk - it is grounded in physiology.
Exercise influences several systems in the body and brain linked with mood regulation.
When you move, your brain increases production of neurotransmitters such as serotonin, dopamine, and noradrenaline. These chemicals help regulate mood, motivation, concentration, and emotional processing. Many antidepressant medications target these same pathways. 🧠
Physical activity also stimulates the release of endorphins and endocannabinoids. These are natural chemicals involved in pain modulation, relaxation, and feelings of wellbeing. This is partly why some people notice a calmer or lighter feeling after exercise.
There is also growing evidence that regular movement may help reduce chronic low-grade inflammation in the body. Researchers now believe inflammation may play a role in some presentations of depression and fatigue.
Exercise can also help regulate the nervous system. Rhythmic movement, breathing changes, and increased circulation can support a shift away from the body’s prolonged “fight or flight” stress response. Over time, this may improve sleep quality, energy regulation, and resilience to stress.
Importantly, movement does not need to be extreme to be beneficial. Consistency matters more than intensity. Of course, exercise is not a cure-all, and persistent low mood deserves proper support and assessment. But there are genuine physiological reasons why movement is often included as part of a broader approach to health. 💙

If pain or stiffness is stopping you from moving comfortably, call Inner West Health Clinic on 9078 2455 to book an appointment. 📞

🧠 Word of the Day: Quadratus LumborumSome anatomical words sound impossibly complicated until you realise they’re really...
27/07/2026

🧠 Word of the Day: Quadratus Lumborum
Some anatomical words sound impossibly complicated until you realise they’re really centuries-old attempts at description. And quadratus lumborum is a perfect example.
The term comes from Latin:
Quadratus = “square” or “four-sided”
Lumborum = “of the loins” or lower back
But here’s the fascinating part… the quadratus lumborum is not actually square. 👀
When Renaissance anatomists began systematically dissecting the human body during the 1500s, they needed names for structures they had never properly mapped before. Without MRI scans or modern imaging, they relied on visual comparison and approximation. Compared with the long, rope-like muscles nearby, this deep lower back muscle looked broad and somewhat rectangular, so they called it quadratus.
The name stuck, even though modern anatomy would probably describe the muscle as more irregular or quadrilateral than truly square. In a way, the word preserves a snapshot of how early anatomists saw the body hundreds of years ago.
The quadratus lumborum runs from the pelvis to the lower ribs and lumbar spine. Osteopaths often think about it because this deep stabilising muscle can contribute to low back discomfort, hip hiking, postural imbalance, and even altered breathing mechanics through its relationship with the 12th rib and diaphragm. 🌬️
Anatomy is full of these linguistic time capsules. The body becomes not just biology, but history and language woven together.

Who has heard of the Quadratus Lumborum? Give us a 🙋 below if that’s you!

🏃‍♀️ Love your sport? Your body keeps score.Football, netball, running, martial arts, CrossFit, dancing, pickleball - ev...
14/07/2026

🏃‍♀️ Love your sport? Your body keeps score.
Football, netball, running, martial arts, CrossFit, dancing, pickleball - every sport places different demands on muscles, joints, tendons, and ligaments. Fast changes of direction, jumping, impact, and intense sporadic training sessions sprinkled into an otherwise sedentary schedule can all contribute to sprains, strains, joint irritation, and overload injuries. ⚽🏐
Interestingly, many sports injuries do not happen because the body is “weak”. They often happen when fatigue affects coordination, reaction time, or load management. Even small movement restrictions can change how force travels through the body.
Osteopaths assess how the whole body moves and works together - not just the painful area. Treatment may help support mobility, recovery, strength, and return to activity. 💪

If injury, stiffness, or recurring niggles are slowing you down, call on 9078 2455 📞

Getting back into push-ups after a break can feel like your arms are politely asking for notice. The good news? You don’...
10/07/2026

Getting back into push-ups after a break can feel like your arms are politely asking for notice. The good news? You don’t need to jump straight to the floor and suffer for it 💪. Why not start with a box push-up?
First up: what on earth is a “box push-up”?

It’s basically a push-up with manners.
Instead of starting on the floor, you place your hands on a stable elevated surface - like a gym box, bench, step, or even a solid kitchen counter if you’re at home and feeling slightly rebellious. Your body stays straight, but because you’re angled upwards, you’re lifting less of your body weight. Translation: your arms and chest get to ease back in without immediately filing a complaint.
Think of it as a push-up that says, “We’ll do the full version later, let’s just have a chat first.”
Now the progression (no drama, just steady upgrades):
Start with box push-ups: hands on a raised surface, core engaged, body in a straight line like a plank that’s decided to tilt slightly. Lower your chest towards the surface, then push back up. Small range, controlled movement, no rush.
Once that feels smoother and less like your arms are negotiating terms and conditions, lower the height. Bench → low step → sturdy coffee table (not wobbly, unless you enjoy a surprise osteopathy session!).
Then comes the full push-up: hands on the floor, body straight, lower chest towards the ground, push back up. Suddenly you’re doing the “real deal” but your body actually remembers how to be there.
The goal isn’t to suffer your way to strength. It’s to convince your muscles that push-ups are not, in fact, a hostile takeover.

Consistency wins. Ego does not lift well here.

Access to healthcare is a right for every Australian. This NAIDOC Week (6–13 July), we reflect on the importance of cult...
06/07/2026

Access to healthcare is a right for every Australian.
This NAIDOC Week (6–13 July), we reflect on the importance of culturally safe, community-driven healthcare that respects connection to Country, culture, and community. 🖤💛❤️
We recognise that health is not just physical. It is shaped by history, identity, trust, and access to care that feels safe and respectful for everyone. 🤝
We recognise that many Australians have at times felt overlooked or disconnected from healthcare systems. True progress means improving access and trust for everyone, while being honest about where gaps still exist and how we can do better together.
This NAIDOC Week is a reminder that inclusive, culturally safe care strengthens the whole community.

Sir William Osler, often called the father of modern medicine was a Canadian physician and one of the founders of Johns ...
26/06/2026

Sir William Osler, often called the father of modern medicine was a Canadian physician and one of the founders of Johns Hopkins Hospital in the late 19th century. He revolutionised medical education by emphasising bedside teaching, careful observation, and the importance of understanding the person behind the illness, not just the illness itself. His approach was as much about curiosity, empathy, and listening as it was about science.
At Inner West Health Clinic, this philosophy deeply inspires our work. Every patient brings a unique story: their lifestyle, habits, stressors, and goals all shape how they move, recover, and heal. We don’t just look at a symptom in isolation; we explore how it fits into the bigger picture of a person’s body and life. This approach helps us create care plans that are truly personalised, practical, and sustainable.

It’s a reminder that healing isn’t one-size-fits-all. By seeing the patient, not just the pain, we aim to support bodies, restore function, and empower people to move better and live better.

Call us on 9078 2455 to experience care that considers you, not just your symptoms.

Tiny steps, big discoveries 👶✨Watching a little one grow is full of wonder - first smiles, first words, first wobbly ste...
24/06/2026

Tiny steps, big discoveries 👶✨
Watching a little one grow is full of wonder - first smiles, first words, first wobbly steps. But from an osteopath’s perspective, there’s even more to marvel at.
Early motor milestones, like bringing hands to mouth, rolling from tummy to back, or reaching for toys, reveal how muscles, joints, and the nervous system are learning to work together. Feeding posture, tummy time, and how babies sleep also play a role in shaping comfort, movement, and early alignment.
Sometimes, subtle signs - like persistent arching of the back or stiffening through the spine during feeding, uneven movements, or difficulty bringing hands together - can indicate a little extra support might help. Our osteopaths gently assess and guide, working to help little bodies move freely and comfortably as they grow.

If you’ve noticed your little one doing something new (or tricky!), drop a 🍼 in the comments and share their milestone moment! Who knows, another member of our community may have experienced the same thing!

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97 Charles Street
Seddon, VIC
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