Osteopath Brisbane: Back Pain Treatment Specialists

Osteopaths identify and treat damage and dysfunction in the entire framework of the body, including the muscles, bones, spine, ligaments, and connective tissues called fascia. As specialists for back pain treatment our Brisbane osteopaths use hands-on techniques which include massage, stretching, mobilisation of the joints and gentle spinal adjustments.

The difference between Chiropractor, Physiotherapist and Osteopath

In straightforward terms:

• Chiropractors mostly work on the spine and the joints
• Physiotherapists normally work on the muscles
• Our Brisbane osteopaths work on the muscles, spine and joints

Osteopaths therefore use multiple techniques during treatment, including many similar to massage therapy and physiotherapy techniques, and osteopathic joint manipulation similar to chiropractic adjustments.

By working on the muscles and soft tissues, osteopaths can help keep the spine and joints freer and more mobile. Working on the alignment of the spine and the body generally, they can reduce nerve pressure, improve blood flow, ease back pain and help the body to heal itself.

Back Pain Treatment and Beyond: Other Uses of Osteopathy

• Osteopaths also work on the tendons, ligaments and connective tissues (fascia).
• They take a holistic view of the body, by looking at what is causing the problem for that person, as well as seeing how the problem is impacting on the rest of their body.
• Our Brisbane osteopaths assess the musculoskeletal system, looking for areas of weakness, imbalance or excessive strain. Any of these problem areas can affect how well the person’s body is functioning, and impact on their health.
• As a result, we sometimes also use osteopathy to treat respiratory, cardiovascular, digestive, and various other internal health conditions.
• Osteopaths can also use Craniosacral Therapy to help balance a person’s nervous system.

How Recognised is Osteopathy?

• Osteopaths are registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), the same as medical doctors, pharmacists, dentists, physiotherapists, etc.
• Their treatments can be partly covered by Medicare under a Chronic Disease Management (CDM)/ Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) plan by a GP.
• Most health funds include Osteopathy as standard in their Extras cover.
• It takes 5 years of full-time study to become an osteopathic doctor.

Osteopath Brisbane: What we Treat

They can treat a very broad range of conditions, however are particularly known for treating muscle, spine, joint or tendon issues. These include

• Back pain treatment Brisbane (including disc pain)
• Neck pain (including whiplash)
• Knee, hip and ankle pain
• Sprains & strains
• Headaches & migraines
• Tennis/golfers elbow
• Shoulder elbow and wrist pain
• Arthritis
• Repetitive strain injuries
• Vertigo
• Sciatica
• Sports injuries
• Tendonitis
• Jaw pain
• Pregnancy related conditions
• Workplace related conditions

However, as mentioned previously, they can often treat a variety of internal disorders as well.

To find out more about our Osteopathy services, or to take advantage of our Free Comprehensive Assessment offer, please call our Brisbane clinic on 07 3376 6911. Or you can click on ‘Book Now’ at the top of the page to make an appointment.