OSTEOPATHY
Osteopathy is a holistic manual medicine that helps in the recovery from a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions. Osteopaths recognise the important link between the structure of the body and the way it functions and aim to find the cause of pain/dysfunction rather than just treating its symptoms.
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Treatment focuses on how the skeleton, joints, muscles, nerves, circulatory system, connective tissue and internal organs function together as an integrated whole. For example, a structural problem in the body can affect mobility and function and can lead to another problem elsewhere in the body.
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OSTEOPATHY MAY HELP WITH:
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Back and neck pain
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Joint pain (shoulders, hips, knees, ankles, wrists, hands and feet)
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Postural strain and scoliosis
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Rib and breathing dysfunction
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Tendonitis and muscle strains
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Arthritis
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​Headaches and migraines
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Jaw pain
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Women’s health including pre and post natal discomfort
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Children’s health and wellbeing
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Whiplash and workplace injuries
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Sports and surfing injuries
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In Australia, osteopaths are government-registered practitioners who complete a minimum of 5 years' university training in anatomy, physiology, pathology, general medical diagnosis and osteopathic techniques. Osteopaths are trained to perform standard examinations of the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory and nervous systems.
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Osteopaths are primary care practitioners, which means you do not need a referral from a GP. They are trained to determine whether you will benefit from osteopathic treatment, or whether you need to be referred on. They can also refer you for any necessary x-rays or scans.