Osteopathy

Osteopathy is a holistic healthcare approach that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of a broad range of health conditions. It’s founded on the principle that the body’s well-being is dependent on the harmony of its muscles, joints, skeleton, and how well these systems work together.

Osteopaths undergo 5 years of university level training, making them highly skilled in assessing and treating not only the musculoskeletal system but also how it affects overall health. 

By using manual techniques, the main goal of osteopathy is to restore balance and function to the body.

Osteopathy is highly effective for managing musculoskeletal conditions such as back pain, headaches, sports injuries, joint stiffness, and much more. Rather than simply treating symptoms, osteopathy addresses the root causes of discomfort, aiming for lasting relief and enhanced overall health.

 "Gemma is an extremely caring person, who goes above and beyond with her clients. She is the most hands on practitioner (Osteo) that I have seen before! I don't even have to tell her where I am sore, she just knows... nothing gets past her hands. I can't recommend her enough." - G.K, Rosebud 

We offer a range of hands-on techniques designed to relieve pain, restore movement, and support your long-term wellbeing. Our experienced osteopaths tailor each treatment to your specific needs, using a combination of manual therapies proven to deliver results.

Using targeted hands-on techniques such as Trigger Point Release, Specific Massage Techniques, Cupping, or Dry Needling, we help release muscle tension, reduce tightness, and promote healing. These treatments are ideal for addressing chronic muscle pain or sports-related injuries.

We use gentle joint mobilisation techniques to improve joint range of motion, reduce stiffness, and restore normal function. This is particularly beneficial for patients recovering from injury or experiencing age-related joint limitations.

When appropriate, our osteopaths may perform spinal or joint adjustments -similar to chiropractic techniques to restore joint mobility and ease discomfort. All techniques are delivered with care and precision.

These active techniques involve guided muscle contractions and stretches to restore flexibility, relieve strain, and improve muscle balance. METs are especially helpful for postural imbalances and movement restrictions.

Our osteopaths are skilled in myofascial release, a technique that targets the fascia- the connective tissue around muscles, to reduce tension and improve mobility.

Postural habits can contribute to long-term pain and dysfunction. We provide practical, personalised advice to help improve your posture, reduce daily strain, and prevent future issues.

Whether you’re dealing with chronic pain, a sports injury, or posture-related discomfort, our experienced osteopaths on the Mornington Peninsula can help. 

Dr Gemma Simon has incredible hands-on skills, with 4 years prior to her Osteopathy studies having completed and worked in Remedial Massage. She can easily feel and treat client's pain complaints, with the added bonus of being able to do adjustments and spinal manipulations (if needed), she is all rounded and has an extremely professional and caring nature.

We support patients from Dromana, Rosebud, McCrae, Sorrento, Flinders, Mount Martha, Mornington, and nearby communities with compassionate, effective care.

Book your appointment today and take the first step toward a pain-free, healthier you.