What is Osteopathy?

Osteopaths are Primary Healthcare Practitioners who use manual therapy to address a wide variety of musculoskeletal and bodily ailments. Osteopathy is a holistic practice, often considering the related structures of the body when assessing and treating.  A large focus is placed on restoring a person’s optimal functioning and maintaining this through the application of a range of hands-on techniques. These techniques include, but are not limited to, soft tissue massage, joint movement and manipulation, dry needling and when required rehabilitation. 

The ultimate goal of treatment is to reduce pain and improve mobility to allow you to get back to enjoying life sooner! 

Who and what do Osteopaths treat?

Osteopaths treat people of all ages – from young children to the elderly. With extensive training in anatomy, pharmacology, pathology, biomechanics and physiology, Osteopaths are equipped to treat a wide range of conditions.

Common presentations to an osteopath include: