What Is Osteopathy?

Osteopathy is a system of manual therapy that treats the musculoskeletal system such as the joints, muscles, ligaments and other tissues of the body using specific skilled techniques taught during the 5 years of full time study.

Who Is An Osteopath?

An osteopath is a qualified, government-registered primary care practitioner trained to diagnose and recognise medical conditions which require referral. They deal with musculoskeletal complaints mainly and provide a medical diagnosis using hands-on examinations and orthopaedic testing.

Why Should I See An Osteopath?

Do you have pains within your body or proactively maintain your wellbeing? Osteopaths have the medical skills to determine whether you have is musculoskeletal condition, which can be helped with osteopathic treatment, or it requires referral.

Osteopathy can help you with:

• Neck pain
• Back pain/Disc / sciatica
• Postural problems
• Headaches
• Pregnancy care
• Arthritis
• Muscle tightness/sports injuries
• Repetitive strain injuries
• Hip/knee pain
• Ankle/ Foot pain
• Shoulder / Elbow pain
• Wrist / Hand pain

What Does Treatment Involve?

• Soft tissue work
• Stretching
• Joint manipulation
• Joint articulation
• Advice on stretching, ergonomics, posture
• Strengthening/ exercise programs
• Digestive problems and constipation
• Period pain
• Pain during pregnancy
• Treatment of infants and children

Is A Referral Required?

No. You don’t require a referral to see an osteopath. Osteopaths often correspond and work with GPs and other health professionals to allow a team approach to health care.

Is Osteopathy Covered By Private Health Funds?

Yes. Treatment is covered under the “extras” scheme by all major health funds.

Learn more about our osteopath Dr Sonia Dolatian