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Life’s better without pain. At Foothills Clinic, we’re here to help you move easily and feel better. Our osteopaths look beyond the pain, finding solutions that last, keeping your body moving the way it should.
At Foothills Clinic, we take a holistic look at your wellbeing. Digging deeper to uncover the true sources of your discomfort, we devise a personalised plan aiming not just for immediate relief but ongoing health too.
Put simply: we support your body in its natural ability to heal. Adjusting posture and enhancing circulation to alleviate nerve pressure, our methods steer you towards your optimal health.
Pain in the jaw, neck, or shoulder
Headaches that won’t quit
A sore lower back and hips
Injuries from sport, chronic or recent
Care before and after pregnancy
Issues from poor posture or muscle overuse
Any other physical pain or discomfort
Let’s get started on finding what works for you with our caring osteos
Our treatment begins with a conversation. Together, we’ll explore your symptoms and identify any lifestyle factors contributing to your pain, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of your condition.
A meticulous, hands-on, movement-based examination paves the way. We’ll demystify your condition and collaboratively craft a treatment and management plan, ensuring it resonates with you and your needs.
Using a range of techniques – soft tissue massage, myofascial release, joint manipulation and mobilisation, dry needling, and more – we help guide your body back to where it feels good and works well.
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Osteopathy is a holistic approach to healthcare that focuses on the patient’s overall well-being. Osteopaths utilise manual therapy techniques to improve movement, reduce pain, and promote the body’s healing mechanisms, often considering lifestyle factors in managing conditions.
Osteopaths can address a range of conditions, including back and neck pain, joint or muscular pain, sports injuries, headaches, postural problems, and some respiratory and digestive conditions, among others.
No, a referral is typically not necessary to make an appointment with an osteopath unless you’re seeking treatment under Medicare’s Chronic Disease Management Plan, for which you will need a GP referral.
Your osteopath will discuss your health history and present concerns, followed by a physical examination. A treatment plan will be devised, which might involve manual therapy, exercise prescription, and lifestyle advice.
While osteopathy generally aims to be gentle and non-invasive, some discomfort may be experienced during or after treatment, especially when addressing areas of pain or tension. Your osteopath will aim to make you as comfortable as possible.
The number of treatments varies depending on the individual and the condition. Some may experience relief after one session, while others may require ongoing management. Your osteopath will discuss a management plan during your initial visit.
Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows the osteopath to examine and treat you effectively. You may be asked to remove some items of clothing, depending on the area being assessed.
Yes, osteopathy can help to identify and manage factors that might make you prone to injury, offering strategies such as exercises, ergonomic advice, and lifestyle modifications to mitigate these risks.
Absolutely. Osteopaths can employ gentle techniques to alleviate pains and discomfort associated with pregnancy. Always inform your osteopath about your pregnancy, so they can adapt their approach accordingly.
Yes. Osteopathy is used to manage a range of paediatric issues, including posture problems, sports injuries, or balance and coordination difficulties. Osteopaths adapt their approach to suit the age and needs of the child.
Although osteopathy and physiotherapy share similarities in managing musculoskeletal issues, osteopathy often takes a whole-body approach, looking at how different body systems interrelate. Techniques and focus may vary between the professions.
Health insurance coverage varies. Many health insurers do provide rebates for osteopathy services, but it’s essential to check your specific policy for details on coverage and possible referrals.
