Living Health Group

Meet Dr Tully Loomes 👋

If you’re new around here, you may not have met Tully yet! He’s our newest osteopath, and we’re excited to introduce him to the Living Health Group community.

Tully chose osteopathy after seeing the impact pain and injuries can have on people’s everyday lives. What he enjoys most is helping people understand and manage their injuries while working towards their individual goals, whether that’s getting back to sport, work or the activities they enjoy.

He has a particular interest in sporting injuries, low back pain, neck pain and headaches, as well as hip and knee conditions. With a strong sporting background, he also enjoys exercise rehabilitation and helping people return to activity.

A few things to know about Tully outside the clinic:
🏉 He plays football
🏋️ He enjoys going to the gym
🏄 He loves surfing when the weather is decent
🐶 He enjoys walking his dog
☕ His go-to coffee is a large latte, occasionally with an extra shot

Fun fact: Tully grew up in Gippsland, near Warragul, and moved closer to the city a few years ago for a busier lifestyle and more opportunities.

You can find Tully at Living Health Group Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 2 -7pm.

Welcome to the team, Tully! 💜

PAIN BEHIND YOUR SHOULDER BLADE? 💻

If you spend a lot of your day at a desk, you might be familiar with that ache, tightness or discomfort around the shoulder blade.

But it’s not always about having “bad posture”.

Long periods of sitting and staying in one position can mean your body isn’t getting much movement throughout the day.

A few things that may help:
• Take regular movement breaks
• Change positions throughout the day
• Move your shoulders and upper back regularly
• Avoid staying in one position for hours at a time
• If the pain is persistent, worsening or affecting your day-to-day activities, consider getting it assessed

Your desk setup matters — but how often you move matters too.

If you're experiencing ongoing shoulder blade pain, an osteopath can assess your symptoms and help you understand what may be contributing to them.

Back from Sri Lanka ✈️

Andy is back in the clinic and ready to get stuck back into appointments!

And while he was away… There was also some very exciting news 💍

Welcome back, Andy, and congratulations! 🥂

Want to book in with Andy? Give us a call or book online via the link in our bio.

🏆 FINALS FOOTY! 🏆

A huge congratulations to Mulgrave Football Club , with all three teams making it through to the finals! 💙

We’ve loved being part of the season as Mulgrave FC’s sports trainers, supporting the players on game day throughout the year.

📍 Walker Park, Mitcham
📅 Saturday 22 August

Under 19s - 10:20 am
Reserves - 12:20 pm
Seniors - 2:20 pm

Bring the family, bring your friends and come down to Walker Park to get behind the boys!

We’re proud to support Mulgrave FC as their sports trainers and wish all three teams the very best for finals! 👏🏆

Our menstrual health is worth paying attention to 💛

Menstrual cycles can vary from person to person, and what is usual for one person may be different for another.

However, changes from your usual pattern can be worth noticing. This might include changes to your cycle, heavier bleeding, period pain that impacts your day-to-day life, or symptoms that affect your sleep, work, exercise or overall wellbeing.

There is no “one size fits all” when it comes to menstrual health. Understanding what is normal for you can help you recognise when something has changed and know when it may be worth starting a conversation with a qualified healthcare professional.

Swipe through to learn more about some things that may be worth paying attention to 💛

Life gets busy, but your health is still worth making time for. 💙

Between work, family, commitments and everything else that fills our days, it can be easy to put your own wellbeing at the bottom of the list.

Supporting your body doesn’t always require big changes. Often, it’s the small, consistent habits that help you stay connected with your health.

Here are 5 simple ways to support your body when life gets busy:

✅ Move regularly
✅ Prioritise sleep
✅ Stay active
✅ Fuel and hydrate your body
✅ Listen to your body

Remember, looking after yourself is not about finding more time, it’s about making small choices that support your wellbeing each day.

At Living Health Group, our qualified health professionals are here to support you in understanding your individual concerns and discussing options that may be appropriate for you.

📍 Living Health Group | Wheelers Hill

Your menstrual health is worth paying attention to 💛

Many people experience changes throughout their menstrual cycle, but sometimes it can be difficult to know what is part of your usual experience and what may be worth discussing.

Things like changes to your cycle, heavier bleeding, period pain that impacts your day-to-day life, or symptoms that affect your sleep, work, exercise or wellbeing are all experiences that may be worth starting a conversation about.

There is no “one size fits all” when it comes to menstrual health. Understanding what is normal for you can help you recognise when something has changed.

Swipe through to learn more 💛

If you have questions or concerns about your menstrual health, speaking with a qualified healthcare professional can be a helpful first step.

🌴 Andy’s off on an adventure! ✈️🇱🇰

Andy is swapping the treatment table for the beaches, wildlife and incredible food of Sri Lanka! 🌊🐘🍛

He’ll be away from 1 August to 16 August, taking a well-earned break to recharge and explore, and will be back in the clinic treating from Monday 17 August.

We hope you have an amazing trip, Andy! We can’t wait to hear all about your adventures (and see plenty of holiday photos 📸).

If you were hoping to book in with Andy while he’s away, our team is here to help you find another practitioner.

Safe travels, Andy! 🌴✈️