Andrea Hood
B A Sc(Osteopathy),
MA Osteopathy
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Home 1 Centennial Drive, Park Central, Campbelltown
Osteopathy is a form of manual medicine built on the link between the
structure of the body and the way it functions. Skilled evaluation, diagnosis
and a wide range of techniques are used to identify dysfunction in the body.
The body - as a holistic unit - is focused on
- the skeleton,
- the joints
- muscles
- nerves,
- circulation,
- connective tissue
- and the internal organs.
Treatments may use techniques such as
- stretching,
- massage for general treatment of the soft tissue
- mobilization of specific joints and soft tissues
- gentle pain reducing techniques
- strengthening of muscles
- manipulative techniques
- advice on diet and hydration
- personalized exercise program
- and more
In Australia, osteopaths are government registered practitioner who
complete a minimum of five years university training in anatomy,
physiology, pathology, general medical diagnosis and osteopathic
techniques.
Osteopath are primary health care practitioners.
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