Being treated by an Osteopath was my 'light bulb' moment.
My journey to becoming an osteopath has been an eventful one. My previous background was in finance, and having played plenty of sports in my life, I've had various forms of physical therapy for injuries picked on the way. What appeals to me about Osteopathy are the fundamental principles that we are more than the sum of our parts and recognising that given the right environment, we have the capacity to for 'Health' - no matter what age.
What does that mean for you? It means that when you come into our treatment room, we examine all aspects of your life that have brought you to this point of injury. We look at things holistically and work together to find a resolution. That's what I love about being an Osteopath.
I studied at the College of Osteopaths, London, England, graduating in 2004. Since then, I've worked here in Australia, establishing Bayside Osteo in Sandgate in 2011. In that time, I have also built up solid working relationships with other Allied Health Professionals and GP's should the injury be outside of my scope as an Osteopath. Over the past 12 years, I have undertaken ongoing study in Biodynamic Osteopathy in the Cranial Field, completing Phases 1-8 and the Treatment of Children (Phases 1-3).
Having a diverse range of osteopathic skills allows me to treat patients of all ages.
If you would like to know more information or make a booking please call (07) 3269 4794
Working with and supporting individuals in their quest for better health and well-being is a privilege.
I studied Osteopathy at RMIT Melbourne after first hearing of osteopathy through my Grandma; the idea of learning to listen to the body sparked great interest in me.
I graduated from RMIT in 2007, practised in Brisbane for two years, and then moved to Ireland where I practised in two clinics in Dublin. I returned to Brisbane in 2014, happily joining the lovely team at Bayside Osteo.
I gained invaluable experience working with children and mothers during my time in Ireland, working alongside osteopaths with extensive clinical experience in these areas. Since graduation, I have also undertaken further study in visceral treatment, the biodynamic approach to cranial osteopathy (phase 1-2; and paediatric phase 1-2) and the treatment of newborns and children. I have a gentle approach to treatment, with a strong respect for the body, and I appreciate the individual nature of each person.
If you would like to know more information or make a booking, please call (07) 3269 4794
Osteopathy relies on manual contact for diagnosis and treatment. It respects the relationship of body, mind and spirit in health and disease; it lays emphasis on the structural and functional integrity of the body and the body's intrinsic tendency for self-healing. Osteopathic practitioners use a wide variety of therapeutic manual techniques to improve physiological function and/or support homeostasis that has been altered by somatic (body framework) dysfunction, i.e. impaired or altered function of related components of the somatic system; skeletal, arthrodial and myofascial structures; and related vascular, lymphatic, and neural systems.
Osteopaths are autonomous primary contact practitioners who treat patients from across the life span. 90% of patients access osteopathic care without a referral. Osteopaths have a professional focus on conditions affecting the neuro-musculoskeletal system and the management of pain.
Cranial osteopathy is not different to osteopathy, it is the name given to a subtle and refined treatment approach to osteopathy that follows all the principles of osteopathy, and it is used throughout the body, not just in the head.
This gentle approach reduces any acute or chronic states of tension and strain in tissue throughout the whole body, supporting the inherent restoration of normal to occur.
Mike and Loretta have undertaken post-graduate training in the Biodynamic approach to Cranial Osteopathy.