Osteopathy is a system of manual medicine that focuses on diagnosing and treating disorders of the musculoskeletal system (which comprises of bones, muscles, joints, nerves)

Osteopathy is a holistic method of healing. This means that the body is not looked at in isolation but as part of a whole. Dysfunction in one are can profoundly affect and manifest in other areas. The goal of treatment is to remove the obstacles (i.e. postural strains or imbalance) and allow the body to restore itself to a natural state of health.

Osteopaths treat the body using a variety of techniques that include stretching, massage, mobilisation and safe joint manipulation. They also provide advice regarding exercise and postural considerations.

Although every “body” is unique, as a realistic guideline, most acute cases will generally require 3-5 treatments for the full effects of Osteopathy to be gained. A famous Osteopathic maxim is “find it, fix it and leave it alone!” Once a favourable treatment outcome is reached, the patient is encouraged to maintain their health by exercise and stretching.

In Australia, Osteopaths undergo a 5 year degree. This comprises a 3 year Bachelor of Applied Science and a 2 year Master of Osteopathy. All Osteopaths require registration to practice in Australia.