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If you’re a parent of a teen, you’ve probably heard the words, “You just don’t understand!” more than once. These words can hit hard – leaving you frustrated, worried or even start questioning yourself.

It was eye-opening. Everything connected — my body’s history, my injuries, and how it had compensated over time. One thing that really stood out? My back was very strong and rich in density — a reassuring sign that, despite my fracture and years of wear and tear, my spine had recovered well. Seeing that on the scan was empowering and gave me real confidence in my body’s resilience.

I get it — migraines, tension headaches, and ear aches can feel relentless and life-controlling. In this post, I share my personal experience with these pains, explain why neck, shoulder, and jaw tension often play a big role, and offer gentle osteopathic techniques and exercises that can help bring relief and restore balance.

These sociable, fast-paced racket sports are incredibly enjoyable and surprisingly addictive. But as anyone who’s played will tell you, they can be deceptively demanding on the body.