Osteopathy
Osteopathy
Osteopathy is a holistic approach to healthcare that focuses on the body's musculosketal system to promote overall health and wellbeing. It leverages manual therapy techniques, including manipulation, massage, and stretching, to improve body function, alleviate pain,
Osteopaths play an important role in restoring physical function and improving quality of life, focusing on long-term well-being by educating patients about preventive measures and providing personalised care.
An osteopath, or osteo, is a allied health professional who is trained at university to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal conditions. Osteopaths have an integrated approach to healthcare and aim to treat not only the symptoms but also the underlying cause of the condition.
Benefits of Osteopathy
The benefits of osteopathy include improved flexibility and joint mobility, reduced pain and stiffness in muscles and joints, decreased stress levels on the joints, enhanced blood circulation, and overall better health and well-being. Our osteopaths offer a holistic approach, treating the entire body rather than focusing on individual symptoms, promoting natural healing and preventive care.
Frequently Asked Osteo Questions
Physiotherapy, often referred to as physical therapy, is a healthcare profession that focuses on assessing, diagnosing, and treating physical ailments and injuries. It aims to restore movement and function when someone is affected by injury, illness, or disability.
Osteopathy can address a range of conditions including back and neck pain, sports injuries, headaches, postural problems, and issues related to chronic conditions like arthritis.
No, you do not need a referral to see an osteopath. Patients can book directly for an osteopathy appointment.
Yes, residents of Picton, Tahmoor, and Thirlmere and surrounding areas can access specialised osteopathy services at our Picton clinic. We offer tailored treatments designed to address your specific health conditions, ensuring you receive the most effective care close to home.
The number of treatments varies depending on the individual's condition and response to treatment. This will be discussed during your initial consultation.
Yes, our Wollongong clinic provides osteopathy services for sports injuries, offering specialised treatment plans for athletes in Wollongong, Corrimal, and North Wollongong. These plans are designed to help athletes recover, return to their activities with improved performance, and reduce the risk of future injuries.
Yes, residents of Picton, Tahmoor, and Thirlmere can access specialised osteopathy services at our Picton clinic. We offer tailored treatments designed to address your specific health conditions, ensuring you receive the most effective care close to home.
Movement Therapy Wollongong is conveniently located at 36 Young Street, right in the heart of Wollongong. This central location is easily accessible from Corrimal and North Wollongong, making it an ideal choice for residents seeking expert Osteopath and therapeutic services. You can reach our clinic by public transportation or car, with ample parking available nearby.
We are Movement Therapists
We don’t see our Chiropractors, Exercises Physiologists, Osteopaths or Physiotherapists as different, we call ourselves Movement Therapists. A Movement Therapist is a university-qualified therapist from the fields of Chiropractic, Exercise Physiology, Osteopathy or Physiotherapy. They use a wide range of techniques and strategies to diagnose and treat movement dysfunction. They do this with the lens of our Movement Therapy principles and our core values generally.
So what’s the difference between a Chiro, Osteo or Physio?
At MT, we don’t see our Chiropractors, Exercises Physiologists, Osteopaths or Physiotherapists as different, we call ourselves Movement Therapists.
A Movement Therapist is a university qualified therapist from the fields of Chiropractic, Exercise Physiology, Osteopathy or Physiotherapy. They use a wide range of techniques and strategies to diagnose and treat movement dysfunction. They do this with the lens of our Movement Therapy principles and our core values generally.
Each of our Movement Therapists each have their own areas of interest and can have more knowledge in some areas than others. When booking your appointment we will guide you to the best therapist for you. We look forward to seeing you.
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