What is Osteopathy?
Osteopathy is a form of manual medicine which recognises the important link between the structure of the body and the way it functions. Osteopaths focus on how the skeleton, joints, muscles, nerves, circulation, connective tissue and internal organs function as a holistic unit.
Using skilled evaluation, diagnosis and a wide range of hands-on techniques, osteopaths can identify dysfunction in your body. Osteopathic treatment uses techniques such as stretching and massage for general treatment of the soft tissues (muscles, tendon and ligaments) along with mobilisation of specific joints and soft tissues.
Osteopathy has been practiced in Australia for over 100 years now, and there are over 2000 osteopaths who are members of Osteopathy Australia (OA).
How Do I Make an Appointment?
You can simply make a booking online by clicking the “Book Now” button located in the top right hand corner of the page. Alternatively, feel free to give us a call and discuss your options with us on 0411 222 930.
What if I Need to Change My Appointment?
We have a strict 24 hour cancellation policy, if you are needing to change an appointment please contact us directly on 0411 222 930 or send an email to bek@reformosteopathyandpilates.com.au
What Can I Expect From My First Consult?
When initially arriving at the clinic you will be asked to complete a simple personal information form including some questions regarding your medical history. In the consultation that follows, a full case history will be taken by your osteopath. They will ask questions about your problem and symptoms. Next, your osteopath will conduct a full osteopathic examination and if necessary, clinical tests. This may involve diagnostic, orthopaedic or neurological tests, postural assessments and activities or exercises, which will help determine how best to manage your condition.
The examination may include passive and active movements, such as the osteopath lifting your arms and legs.
Your osteopath will then explain to you your provisional diagnosis in easy to understand terms, provide treatment specific to the complaint and give you further education and advice to help you manage your condition between treatments.
How Long Should I Allow for My Appointment?
When initially arriving at the clinic you will be asked to complete a simple personal information form including some questions regarding your medical history. In the consultation that follows, a full case history will be taken by your osteopath. They will ask questions about your problem and symptoms. Next, your osteopath will conduct a full osteopathic examination and if necessary, clinical tests. This may involve diagnostic, orthopaedic or neurological tests, postural assessments and activities or exercises, which will help determine how best to manage your condition.
The examination may include passive and active movements, such as the osteopath lifting your arms and legs.
Your osteopath will then explain to you your provisional diagnosis in easy to understand terms, provide treatment specific to the complaint and give you further education and advice to help you manage your condition between treatments.
What Should I Wear to My Appointment?
Please wear something you can be comfortable wearing, and something that allows you to move freely.
What is Clinical Pilates?
Clinical Pilates is a system of safe and effective exercises which meet your specific individual needs. Clinical Pilates is used by our osteopaths to assist a wide range of injuries and conditions, ranging from low back pain and chronic pain to hyper mobility and chronic fatigue syndrome. It is also used by elite athletes and dancers to assist essential movement patterns and enhance fitness and performance, as well as assisting with injury prevention. By working into your body’s preferred movement, Clinical Pilates may improve your mobility, stability, balance, posture and overall function.
Do I Need a Referral to See an Osteopath?
Many patients are referred to osteopaths by their doctors, other health practitioners or personal trainers. However, as osteopaths are primary care practitioners, you can make an appointment directly without a referral.
Is Osteopathic Treatment Covered by Private Health Insurance or Medicare?
Osteopathy is covered under most private health insurance funds under their extras or ancillary services cover. We recommend contacting your private health insurer directly to ascertain the specific terms and conditions of your policy.
Reform Osteopathic Clinic hosts a HICAPS terminal where, if eligible, your private health insurance card can be swiped and automatically rebated, leaving a gap amount to be paid.
We accept cash, EFTPOS, VISA and MASTERCARD.
How Do I Start Clinical Pilates?
Please get in contact to arrange an initial 1:1 Assessment and from here you are welcome to commence semi private group sessions 1:4 or continue working privately as many choose to do