Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a Chinese medicine treatment. Practitioners use needles to stimulate points in the body to help in the treatment of some conditions.
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Chinese traditional medicine
Based on ancient practices, traditional Chinese medicine uses techniques such as acupuncture, tai chi, herbal medicines and other mind body practices.
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Complementary therapy
Complementary therapy, sometimes called alternative therapy or integrative medicine, is often used alongside conventional medicine.
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Nerve pain (neuralgia)
Nerve pain can feel like a shooting, stabbing or burning sensation. You can be treated with pain relief medicines, exercise and alternative therapies. Learn how to identify symptoms and manage nerve pain.
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Adenomyosis
Adenomyosis is a condition that affects the uterus and can cause heavy periods. Learn more about its causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
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Hiccups
Hiccups can be caused by overeating, or eating too quickly, spicy foods, hot or fizzy drinks, alcohol, smoking, stress, fear or excitement. Learn more about hiccups meaning, causes, and how to get rid of them.
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Limb numbness
Numbness in the limbs is common, especially if you’ve been sitting or sleeping awkwardly. If the numbness continues over a long period, you should see a doctor.
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Frozen shoulder
Frozen shoulder is a health condition that causes pain and stiffness in the shoulder joint. Learn more about its symptoms and treatment.
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Menopause
Find out about menopause, common symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment and support.
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Early menopause
Menopause that happens earlier than the expected age of around 50 years is called premature or early menopause.
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Neck pain
Neck pain is a common condition that can affect anyone. Learn what can cause neck pain and how to treat it here.
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Managing period pain
Period pain (dysmenorrhoea) is common but might make it difficult for you to enjoy normal activities. Here are some ways to manage painful periods, and know when it’s time to see your doctor.
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Giving birth - contractions
Contractions are when the muscles in your uterus tighten and then relax. They occur throughout the later stages of your pregnancy.
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Pain relief during labour
Learn what options are available to you to relieve pain during labour pain, and how your birth support partner can help you.
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Allied health
Allied health practitioners are trained professionals who are not doctors, dentists or nurses. Learn more about what these professionals do here.
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Tension headache
Tension headaches are very common and experienced by almost everyone. Learn more about tension headaches, their symptoms, causes and treatments.
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Morning sickness
Morning sickness is a feeling of nausea or the experience of vomiting during pregnancy. Find out why some women get it and what you can do to relieve it.
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Hip pain
Hip pain is very common. Learn more about the signs, symptoms, treatments and self-care options and when to seek medical attention.
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Painful periods (dysmenorrhoea)
Period pain (dysmenorrhoea) is common, especially among young females, and the pain tends to ease as you get older. Learn more about the symptoms and treatments of painful periods.
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Peripheral neuropathy
Peripheral neuropathy is a type of nerve damage. It can cause pain, numbness or tingling in your arms and legs. Learn about some of the possible causes and treatments here.
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Spinal disc problems
Problems with your spinal discs can lead to back pain, sciatica and other problems. Learn about the causes and treatment options.
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Medicines for anxiety
There are many different types of medicines used to help treat anxiety. Find out more about what medicines to take from a trusted source.
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Medicines for nerve pain
There are many different types of medicines used to help ease nerve pain. Find out more about what medicines to take from a trusted source.
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Medicines for osteoarthritis
There are many different types of medicines used to help ease osteoarthritis symptoms. Learn more about what medicines to take from a trusted source.
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Rheumatoid arthritis
Experiencing pain and swelling in the smaller joints in your hands or feet? It could be rheumatoid arthritis. Find out more here.
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Cancer treatments
Types of cancer treatment include chemotherapy, radiotherapy and ablation. Your treatment plan will depend on factors such as cancer type and stage.
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Medicines to treat nicotine dependence
Learn how over the counter and prescription medicines, along with professional quit smoking services, can help you to quit smoking.
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Migraine
Migraine is a very painful headaches condition that might come with 'aura' or nausea. Learn about migraine causes, symptoms treatment and prevention.
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Depression in men
Men who experience depression may find it hard to talk about because it is not seen as masculine. Learn here about how you can support a man with depression.
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Quitting smoking
As soon as you quit smoking, your body starts to repair itself — and there are other benefits of giving up too, including for others. Find out how to quit here.
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