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Osteopathy is a form of manual therapy that uses a holistic approach to health and focuses on the neuro-musculoskeletal system. 

This system involves bones, muscles, nerves, organs and the supporting tissues of the body. 

Osteopathic philosophy states that a whole person approach is key in optimal health and well-being & aims to support the body's own self healing ability.

In Australia, osteopaths are university-qualified allied health professionals who take the time to listen and treat patients as a whole, not just focusing on one pain point.

Australian osteopaths are government-registered allied health practitioners who complete up to 5 years of university training in anatomy, physiology, pathology, general healthcare diagnosis, and osteopathic techniques.

Osteopaths provide musculoskeletal and nervous system assessments, manual therapy, clinical exercise programs, movement, postural, positioning advice and ergonomic assessments. 

They may also offer therapeutic techniques, such as dry needling, trigger point therapy or myofascial cupping.

 Osteopaths may also offer ongoing support and educational advice about lifestyle, stress management, diet or other factors that may influence a person’s pain, injury or movement. 

Osteopaths may use a variety of different hands-on methods, including:

• Spinal manipulation
• Soft tissue massage techniques
• Articulation – gentle rhythmic joint movements
• Stretching muscles and joint capsules
• Muscle energy techniques – encouraging muscles to work against resistance
• Visceral manipulation – gentle movement of the abdominal and pelvic areas.

Osteopaths can manage a range of conditions including:

• Neck and back pain
• Arthritis
• Sciatica
• Headaches
• Vertigo
• Repetitive strain and overuse injuries
• Pregnancy-related discomfort
• Tendonitis
• Sports injuries.

Because osteopaths believe that there may be a musculoskeletal link in many conditions, osteopathy may also help with a wider range of disorders.

If you'd like to see how an Osteopathic treatment can help you, please contact Ash on 0427 230 008 or book online for your initial appointment.