Mentone Osteopath
Seaview Health Group has been the preferred Osteopath in Mentone for nearly twenty years. We are conveniently located on Balcombe Rd, close to Mentone and Cheltenham Stations. Given our proximity, many of our patients live or work in Mentone and call us their preferred local Osteopath.
The team of Osteopaths at our Mentone Osteopathy Clinic on Balcombe Rd, will address your point of pain, find the underlying issues, and get you moving again so you can enjoy life. In addition to Osteopathic care we strive to provide you with tools to help manage and improve your condition at home or in the gym.
Our experienced practitioners work as a team to ease your pain and provide ongoing support and exercise rehab. Over 20 years we have delivered ‘tens of thousands’ of treatments for neck, shoulder, back, and hip pain, as well as elbow, wrist, knee and ankle injuries. We even treat headaches, arthritis, sciatica, plantar fasciitis and tendonitis.
At SHG we are your one-stop-shop near Mentone, to keep you moving and provide a sustainable solution to your pain. Our team want to see you live your best life, do the things you love and help you achieve your health, fitness and sporting goals.
Osteopathy Mentone
An Osteopath uses many of the conventional medical assessments and tools for diagnosis. The main strength of Osteopathic practice lies in the unique way the patient is assessed from a mechanical, functional and postural standpoint, with the manual methods of treatment and exercise advice tailored to suit the needs of the individual patient.
Our Mentone Osteopaths may help improve everyday human movement and function by using hands-on techniques such as soft tissue massage, manipulation, stretching of joints and muscles, articulation, mobilisation of joints and muscle energy techniques.
Osteopathy assesses for and treats the cause of pain and dysfunction. This is different to many other forms of therapy that focus only on alleviating the symptoms. By eliminating the cause of the problem, reoccurrence is prevented. This approach can help you return to an active and healthy lifestyle and provide long term solutions to your pain.
Mentone Osteopaths
At SHG we truly value you and your health, we are committed to making you feel great and to get you moving freely again!.
Osteopathic Treatment near Mentone
Our highly skilled Mentone Osteopaths can successfully assess, treat and provide long-term solutions to you symptoms, for a wide range of injuries.
Headache & Migraine
Muscle tension and joint restriction in the neck and shoulders are a major cause of headaches and migraines. With these restrictions and tightness in the head and scalp area, blood supply is reduced which can then cause pain.
Back & NECK Pain
Back pain is one of the most common medical problems. Understanding the cause of your back pain is the key to proper treatment. This is where your local Osteopath can help. Patients are assessed from a mechanical, functional and postural standpoint.
SHOULDER AND ELBOW
Shoulder and Elbow pain is a common condition we see at SHG. It can be due to poor posture and ergonomics, muscular and ligament strains, and overuse or repetitive activities such as gripping a tennis racquet, golf club or screwdriver.
Osteo for elbow is a non-surgical treatment option for those suffering from shoulder problems. Osteo for elbow is a treatment option for those suffering from osteoarthritis and if you are wondering, can an osteopath help with golfers elbow or tennis elbow? The goal of osteo elbow treatment is to reduce pain and improve function.
Osteopaths will aim to improve your movement and look at how wrist, elbow and shoulder problems may be influenced biomechanically from other body regions, such as the neck and upper back. This whole body approach means your osteopath may be able to reduce pain and improve mobility more efficiently.
HIP AND KNEE
Knee and Hip pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints. There are numerous conditions that can cause hip or groin pain. The most common ones that patients present with are: bursitis, osteoarthritis, muscle or ligament injury, referred pain from the lower back or ankle.
Osteopaths will determine the cause of your knee or hip pain and most importantly help you correct the mechanical imbalances and other associated regions so that you can move around with confidence and comfort. If need be, your osteopath will provide you with an exercise program or refer you for further medical assessment if required.
JOINT AND MUSCLE PAIN
At SHG we offer the combination of Osteopathy, Podiatry, Myotherapy, Massage and exercise methods such as Pilates or Exercise Physiology, which may be effective for treatment of muscular and joint pain. Some of these include ligament sprains, suspected muscle tears, tendonitis, bursitis and arthritis. Our Osteopaths will address all of the structures that may be contributing factors in your joint or muscular pain.
NERVE PAIN AND SCIATICA
At SHG we often see patients presenting with what they describe as ‘Sciatica’. Usually the patient has pain in the buttock or back of the leg. Although ‘True Sciatica’ is caused by compression of the sciatic nerve by bulging discs or arthritic changes in the lower back. This may cause pins and needles, burning, numbness or weakness.
Whether it is ‘true sciatica’ caused by the compression of the sciatic nerve or simply strong referred pain in the back of the leg our Osteopaths can take a medical history from you and assess you in order to diagnose your condition properly. Once a diagnosis has been made and the cause of your pain has been identified we are then able to give you the best advice, management and treatment for your pain.
TENDONITIS AND PLANTAR FASCIA
Plantar Fasciitis and Achilles Tendonitis are common causes of foot pain that occurs more in women than men. Mechanical dysfunction in the foot can often be the cause. It is common in runners, people who are overweight, during pregnancy or in people that wear poor footwear.
Patients typically find their symptoms are often worst first thing in the morning as the fascia or tendon have been in a shortened position for a long period of time while sleeping. Your Osteopath or Podiatrist will provide a thorough examination to provide an accurate diagnosis of your pain.
Pregnancy
Over the course of a pregnancy, a woman’s body must be able to adapt to both the structural & hormonal changes that occur to accommodate a growing baby.
BABIES & CHILDREN
Paediatric Osteopathy is based on the principle that many common ailments - whether minor or serious - result from an imbalance somewhere in the body caused by stress during pregnancy and the birthing process.
WORKPLACE Ergonomics & WHIPLASH
With most of us restricted to working from home, we have seen an increase incidence of chronic postural strain which often arises from repeated and prolonged activities that are usually associated with sitting at a computer all day or sedentary work.
When we sit for a prolonged period we get tired and we slump, causing us to curve our middle back and roll our shoulders forward. In order to look ahead or at our computer screen, our head and neck shifts forward. This is typically results in headaches and pain across the neck and shoulders.
Arthritis
The musculoskeletal system is greatly affected by the ageing process. Gradually over the years our muscles lose their tone & our bones lose their strength. The elasticity within the body deteriorates thereby increasing our risk of injury. Many people with wear and tear (or arthritis) in their joints, even those waiting for hip or knee replacements, are not aware of the relief osteopathic treatment can provide.
What makes Seaview Health Group near Mentone different from other Osteopaths?
Our aim is to get you moving better and feeling good so you can get back to doing the things you love and enjoy life to the fullest.
We are committed to helping you achieve the best outcome possible and if we can’t help, we will refer you to someone who can.
We are fortunate to have a number of experienced practitioners and allied health services (Podiatry, Osteo, Exercise Physiology, Myotherapy and Pilates) under the one roof.
We spend longer with you to ensure you have as much time as you need. Initial Consults between 45-60min (time varies depending on the complexities of your case)
Osteo appointments are one on one to give you the attention you deserve. (no multiple rooms or running between patients)
We look at the complete picture (even though you may have a sore knee, we look at associated areas such as your ankle, hip, neck, back and other parts of your body at the same time to identify the cause and contributing factors of your condition.
We will give you a realistic treatment plan. Although we love seeing our patients, we don’t want to see you here all the time! So in addition to treatments expect to be given the skills and advice to manage your injury at home.
We are continually upskilling and keeping up to date with the latest osteopathic assessment and treatment techniques.
Our clinic offers a relaxed, friendly environment.
What to Expect at Our Osteopathy Consultations near Mentone
We understand that the initial step to making an osteopathy consultation can be daunting. So, we’ve created some steps outlining our processes and what you can expect from our consults:
Initially, we’ll screen you so that you are placed in the care of the best practitioner and service possible.
Then, we’ll notify you, outlining what you can expect from your first consultation with us.
The first consult will be a long session and will proceed something like this:
A thorough medical history will be noted by our staff and doctors
An assessment of mobility and flexibility will be undertaken to determine if it’s related to the injury
A diagnosis as well as any exercise advice and prescriptions needed will be presented to you by the practitioner
You will be presented with a clear prognosis leading to goals that can be achieved to help you return to your daily life as normal (e.g. work, sport or extra-curricular activities, etc).
A management plan will be presented to you highlighting any future consultations that are required for treatment.
Notes and instructions will be provided for you to access our online exercise prescription platform.
A follow up from your practitioner will be provided to ensure your health condition is improving based on the management plan and to check if you have any further questions.
Osteopath vs Physiotherapist vs Chiropractor
Most people think a Physiotherapist prescribes exercises, a Chiropractor cracks spines and joints, and an Osteopath sort of does both. It’s important to note that ‘Osteo’, ‘Physio’ & ‘Chiro’ are professions – They’re not treatments or treatment styles. Each profession is qualified to diagnose, manage and prevent musculoskeletal conditions.
If you are trying to decide between an Osteopath, Physiotherapist or Chiropractor the real difference is a great practitioner, not their profession. The best practitioners get you moving and feeling better so you can get back to enjoying the things you love. That is exactly what our Osteopaths near Mentone aim to do with each treatment. Help you move better and feel good so you can enjoy life.
Osteopathy Pricing
At our Mentone Osteo Clinic on Balcombe Rd, we pride ourselves on offering quality service to our patients to ensure they’ve been cared for by our team. We offer great value for our prices according to the treatment you’ve booked in order to guarantee you get the best outcome possible from our physicians and osteopaths. Our prices are quite reasonable and reflect the skill of our professional team and the care they provide for all patients.
Osteopathy return consultations are typically 50% longer than Physiotherapists and Chiropractors
Osteopath Prices
Initial Consultation $160
Follow Up/Return Consultation $118
Private Health Rebates can be claimed on the spot
Osteopathy Clinic near Mentone
Experiencing aches and pain in your daily life and want to improve your health? If you’re looking for ‘osteopathy near me’ or ‘physiotherapy in my area’ – look no further than Seaview Health Group’s Osteopaths near Mentone. Our doctors of osteopathy can assist you with the right treatment for your health concerns.
Take the first step toward a happier, healthier you by booking an appointment through our website or call us on (03) 9589 7815 if you have any questions. We would love to hear from you.
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