Your Body. Your Health. 3.04

Are you suffering from a sore back or neck, or trying to deal with a sporting injury? If so, Osteopathy may help you!

Osteopathy is a hands on approach to health care which recognises the link between the structure of the body and how it functions.

It is a holistic therapy in that all bones, joints, muscles, nerves, connective tissues and internal organs are taken into consideration during history taking, examination and treatment; the site of pain may not actually be the site of dysfunction.

As osteopathy is a form of manual therapy, hands-on treatment may include massage, stretching, repetitive movements, mobilisation and/or manipulation.

With long 45 minute treatment times, it allows us to take a detailed history of your complaint, thoroughly examine using active and passive movements and specific orthopaedic testing, and tailor a treatment to your needs.

For more information, or to arrange an appointment, call Dr Kendall Woodward (Osteopath) on 0421 825 350.


Frequently Asked Questions:

What can Osteopaths treat?
- Headaches & Migraines
- Neck & Back pain
- Postural complaints
- Sciatica
- Hip & Knee pain
- Shoulder, Elbow & Wrist pain
- Tennis & Golfers Elbow
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Arthritis
- Digestive problems
- Pregnancy related pain

Do I need a referral from my GP?
No, you can make an appointment directly without a referral.

How long does the appointment go for?
Both initial consultations and standard consultations are 45 minutes in length.

What do I need to bring?
Bring along any x-rays, scans or test results that you may have relating to your current complaint.

What should I wear?
It’s important that you feel comfortable, so wear a comfortable shirt and loose pants or bring a pair of shorts to change into. Depending on the area of your body requiring treatment, your osteopath may ask you to undress to your underwear.