About Osteopathy

Osteopaths undergo 4-5 years of University and clinical training and are therefore able to assist in the management of a wide variety of conditions.

Common conditions they treat include:

• Lower back pain/sciatica

• Neck pain

• Headaches

• Sports injuries

• Muscle and joint injuries (tennis elbow, plantar fasciitis etc.)

Riannon also has additional training and interest in treating:

• TMJ/jaw pain

• Pregnancy and Post-Partum related pain/conditions

• Dance injuries

• Children

…and more!
If your have any questions regarding whether osteopathic treatment is right for your condition, feel free to contact us here.

Osteopaths are manual medicine practitioners who use a variety of techniques targeting the neuro-musculoskeletal system to address pain and restrictions in the body.
These techniques include soft tissue/massage, joint articulation/mobilisation, stretching, dry needling and gentle manipulation.
Taping techniques may also be used where necessary for symptom management post treatment.
(Please note, there is no extra charge for dry needling or taping).

You will be sent a new patient information form to be completed prior to your first appointment.

At your osteopathic consultation, a full and detailed medical history will be taken, which includes details of your condition and past medical history. As osteopaths work holistically, the medical history is integral to understanding not only your condition but the predisposing and maintaining factors.

Your osteopath will undertake a physical assessment of your area of complaint to identify a likely diagnosis as well as other relevant areas. This consists of range of motion and functional testing as well as areas of muscle tightness etc. Please wear comfortable clothing and note that you may be required to remove some items of clothing during assessment and treatment.

Your osteopath will explain the probable cause for your condition and discuss the treatment plan with you. You will be treated during your appointment (including your first consultation) using the treatment techniques deemed most beneficial to your condition (see above ‘How do osteopaths treat’ for a description of treatment techniques), and ensure your comfort throughout.

Osteopaths frequently provide exercises to be completed at home between appointments, as well as pain/symptom management advice, postural and ergonomic advice, rehabilitation programs and/or nutritional advice, with the view to not only improve your condition in the short term, but to provide you with strategies for self-management and injury prevention.

Osteopathic treatments are available for patients of all ages. For children aged 5 years and older, and adult appointments, click here to book online.
For children aged 4 and under, please contact us prior to booking and we can organise an appointment for you.

No, you do not need a GP referral to see an osteopath.

Please bring any medical documents or imaging/reports (x-ray, MRI, ultrasound, blood tests etc.) relevant to your condition.

Yes you can. HICAPS facilities are available, so private health insurance claims can be made on the spot at your appointment.
Eligibility and rebate amounts vary according to private health insurer - please contact them for clarification.

Medicare subsidised appointments are accepted for patients deemed eligible by their GP under the Enhanced Primary Care scheme (Team Care Arrangements/ Chronic Disease Management plans). Please note, appointments are charged at the standard rates with a gap fee payable after Medicare rebate.

For all other third-party payers (Workcover, TAC etc.), please contact us prior to booking an appointment.

New patient consultations (60mins): $125
Return consultations (standard, 30mins): $95
Return consultations (extended, 45mins): $125
Return consultations (extended, 60mins): $155
Concession rates available on presentation of a valid Health Care Card ($10 discount)

Please note we require 24hrs notice to cancel appointments. This allows us to offer your appointment to someone else in need. Appointment cancellations of less than 24hrs or failure to attend your appointment may incur a cancellation fee ($50 for standard consultations, $80 for extended consultations).

We thank you for your understanding.