What is Osteopathy?

Osteopathy is a university-qualified allied health profession that focuses on the health of the neuro-musculoskeletal system, and takes time to listen to, and treat patients as a whole. They use a holistic approach to find and treat the cause of your pain, not just the symptoms. Your appointment at MSC Osteopathy will involve a consultation, examination, manual therapy, exercise prescription, as well as education on your diagnosis and prognosis moving forward. Your consultation may involve postural, movement and ergonomic assessment, and hands-on treatment may involve manual therapy, dry needling, cupping or sports taping. As a holistic treatment, your consultation may involve support and educational advice about stress management, exercise programs, lifestyle and dietary advice that may influence your injury, pain or movement.

What Might i expect ?

A comprehensive review of your medical history through thoughtful discussion is essential. In order to provide effective assistance, we require substantial information about your health. A physical examination will be conducted, encompassing observations of your movement, assessments of range of motion, and relevant orthopedic evaluations, and neurological testing. Please be aware that partial disrobing might be necessary during this process.

Our treatment approach is personalised, with initial consultations lasting from 45 to 60 minutes. Anticipate receiving informative sessions explaining the origins of your symptoms and the intricacies of pain. Hands-on therapies such as massage, joint mobilization, stretching, and potential joint manipulation may be incorporated into the treatment plan, and we will offer guidance on lifestyle adjustments, exercise regimens, and rehabilitation if needed.

What Might an Osteopath Treat? 

Sports/Exercise Related Injuries 

Pregnancy/Post-natal treatment

Pregnancy related pain and Post-natal treatment

Lower back pain

Neck and shoulder pain

Headaches and Migraines 

TMJ/Jaw Related pain

Upper and Lower Limb Injuries 

Treatment Options

Osteopaths can use a range of different techniques best suited to the individual patient, including but not limited to:

Qualifications

Osteopaths are government-registered allied health practitioners who complete a minimum of five years of university training in anatomy, physiology, pathology, general healthcare diagnosis, and osteopathic techniques. Further training is required to be competent in dry needling, cupping therapy, and other specific treatment and rehabilitation techniques. Each year they must undertake continual professional development and meet registration standards as set out by AHPRA, and our osteopaths continue learning in order to stay up to date and provide best practice for their patients. All our Osteopaths are proud members of Osteopathy Australia.

For more information, please visit the Osteopathy Australia website or the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency ( ahpra).