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.
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.
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.