Our Osteopathic Treatments
What to expect from your treatments at Empower Osteopathy.
Osteopathy Treatment
What is an Osteopath?
We focus on your neuro-musculoskeletal system, meaning the bones, muscles, nerves and other tissues that support your body and control your movements. Osteopaths will also assess, examine and diagnose your body and use ‘hands-on’ treatments for your complaints. We help to find and release structures and tissues that cause pain or restricted movement in your body.
What does a treatment involve?
Medical History
We ask questions about your symptoms, medications, medical history and other factors that may contribute to your health.
Examination
A full osteopathic examination may involve postural assessments, movement and functional assessments, orthopaedic and neurological tests and assessments of certain activities or exercises.
Treatment plan
We work together to form an individualised treatment plan that suits you.
Treatment techniques
Massage
Manipulation - also known as the typical chiropractic “crack”
Mobilisation
Stretching
Release techniques to your muscles, tendons and ligaments
Cranio-sacral therapy
Visceral techniques - treatment for organs
Advice
We also may provide education, advice, exercises and activities to do at home or work.
Osteopathy may be used to assist with the following:
Back and Neck Pain
Bursitis
Ankle Sprain
Children and Babies
Exercises
Headaches
Heel/Arch pain
Joints and Flexibility
Knee Pain
Pregnancy
Sciatica
Seniors
Sports Injuries