osteopathic care for every body
What is osteopathy?
Osteopathy is a branch of allied health that focuses on diagnosing, treating, and preventing health problems and injury by manipulating and addressing imbalances in the musculoskeletal system. Osteopathy is patient centered care that takes into consideration the goals and needs of each patient.
Osteopathy can be beneficial for:
neck and back pain | headaches and migraines | muscle and joint pain | pregnancy related pain | pelvic pain | sports injuries etc.
Who is Lucy?
Since graduating from RMIT, Lucy has worked in private practice in both Melbourne and Hobart. She enjoys treating patients from all walks of life and has completed further professional development in treating the pregnant patient, pelvic pain and post-natal conditions, breast feeding related conditions, headache and migraine, ergonomic assessment, chronic pain and sports injuries. Lucy is passionate about getting to know all her patients and tailoring her approach to the specific needs of each individual.
In her spare time, Lucy loves to be outside camping, cooking, seeing live music and spending time with her friends, family and dog Buster.
Pricing:
Initial appointment | 60 minutes - $140
Standard appointment | 30 minutes - $90
Long appointment | 45 minutes (best for addressing multiple issues or if you feel you need more time) - $115
Do I need a referral?
No! In some instances, you may be referred by a specialist or doctor and similarly, your osteopath may refer you to a specialist or other practitioner if required.
What do I wear to an appointment?
Something comfy and stretchy is ideal. In certian scenarios, you may be asked to remove a layer so that your osteopath can better access your body for assessment and treatment but your comfort is always prioritised!
Frequenty Asked Questions:
What happens in an appointment?
All appointments will start with a chat about why you made your appointment, when your issue started/how it is progressing. In your initial appointment there will be some further questions about your health history so that your osteopath can provide the most appropriate treatment. After this chat, you will be assessed, your osteopath will perform some tests, assess your movement and palpate your body in order to diagnose what is going on.
Then we treat! Typically treatment involves a combination of hands on techniques including massage, stretching, manipulation and joint articulation/mobilisation. All techniques will be explained to you in detail during your session. At the end we’ll finish with a chat about how to best look after yourself at home, what to expect in the coming days and whether or not further treatment or invetsigation is required.
What can you help me with?
Neck and back pain, headaches, migraines, joint pain, sports injuries, pregnancy related pain, pelvic pain, pain and restriction associated with chronic diseases and conditions. If you are unsure if osteopathy can help, please contact the clinic!
Can I claim my private health?
Yes! Please bring your private health card (or app) to each appointment in order to be able to make a claim on the spot.
Where are you located?
We are located behind the Terry White Pharmacy on Hill Street in West Hobart, across from Smolt cafe. There is plenty of free street parking by the clinic. There is a short ramp to access the clinic, if you have mobility issues that make you unable to use a ramp, please let us know and an alternate entry point will be opened for you when you attend your appointment.
What if I have to cancel my appointment?
Thats ok! We understand things come up or you may no longer need an appointment. Please notify the clinic via phone or email as soon as you can, 24hrs is ideal so waitlisted patients can be contacted. If you miss an apointment without notice or simply do not show, a fee of 50% of the appointment cost may be applied.
Do you accept DVA/MAIB/Work cover/NDIS patients?
Yes! We also accept patients referred by GP under EPC/TCA plans and patients referred my MSS.
Can I bring my baby/children/partner/parent?
Yes! If you are concerned at all please contact the clinic and we can have a chat.