Using skilled evaluation, diagnosis and a wide range of hands-on techniques, osteopaths can identify important types of dysfunction in your body. Osteopathic treatment uses techniques such as stretching and massage for general treatment of the soft tissues (muscles, tendons and ligaments) along with mobilisation of specific joints and soft tissues.
In Australia, osteopaths are government registered practitioners who complete a minimum of five years’ university training in anatomy, physiology, pathology, general medical diagnosis and osteopathic techniques.
Osteopaths are primary healthcare practitioners and are trained to recognise conditions that require medical referral. They are also trained to perform standard medical examinations of the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory and nervous systems.
Osteopathy is covered by most private health funds and by Medicare’s Chronic Disease Management (CDM) Plans. Osteopaths are registered providers for DVA patients, as well as by workers’ compensation schemes and motor accident insurers.
Headaches and migraines
Neck and back pain
Jaw pain
Respiratory conditions
Hip and knee problems
Ankle and foot problems
Hand and wrist problems
Elbow and shoulder problems
Digestive conditions
Sports injuries
Injury rehabilitation
Occupational problems eg. repetitive strain injury
Pain from trauma
Stress and anxiety
Women’s health
Pre-natal
Post-natal
Pain & discomfort in Pregnancy
Postural issues