Osteopathy
Osteopathy
Osteopathy is a holistic approach to healthcare that focuses on the body's musculoskeletal system to promote overall health and well-being. It leverages manual therapy techniques, including manipulation, massage, and stretching, to improve body function, alleviate pain,
Osteopaths are essential in restoring physical function and improving quality of life. They focus on long-term well-being by educating patients about preventive measures and providing personalised care.
An osteopath, or osteopath, is an allied health professional trained at a university to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal conditions. Osteopaths take an integrated approach to healthcare and aim to treat both the symptoms and 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
Osteopathy focuses on diagnosing, treating, preventing, and rehabilitating musculoskeletal disorders. It is based on the principle that the well-being of an individual depends on their bones, muscles, ligaments, and connective tissue functioning smoothly together.
Osteopathy can address various 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 an osteopathy appointment directly.
Picton, Tahmoor, Thirlmere residents and surrounding areas can access specialised osteopathy services at our Picton clinic. We offer tailored treatments 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.
Our Wollongong clinic provides osteopathy services for sports injuries, offering specialised treatment plans for athletes in Wollongong, Corrimal, and North Wollongong. These plans help athletes recover, return to their activities with improved performance, and reduce the risk of future injuries.
Picton, Tahmoor, and Thirlmere residents can access specialised osteopathy services at our Picton clinic. We offer tailored treatments 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, and ample parking is nearby.
We are Movement Therapists
We don’t see our chiropractors, exercise physiologists, osteopaths, or physiotherapists as different; we call ourselves Movement Therapists. A Movement Therapist is a university-qualified chiropractic, exercise physiology, osteopathy, or physiotherapy therapist who uses various techniques and strategies to diagnose and treat movement dysfunction. They do this using our Movement Therapy principles and core values.
So, what’s the difference between a Chiro, Osteo or Physio?
At Movement Therapy, we don’t see our chiropractors, exercise physiologists, osteopaths, or physiotherapists as different; we call ourselves Movement Therapists.
A Movement Therapist is a university-qualified therapist in chiropractic, exercise physiology, osteopathy, or physiotherapy. They use a wide range of techniques and strategies to diagnose and treat movement dysfunction, using our Movement Therapy principles and core values.
Each of our Movement Therapists has an area of interest and can be more knowledgeable 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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