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Gentle Care for Better Movement

Helping you move freely and live pain-free through personalised, evidence-based osteopathic care.

📍 Melbourne, VIC
📞 (03) 5991 6888

What Is Osteopathy?

Osteopathy is a hands-on, holistic form of healthcare that focuses on the relationship between the body’s structure and its ability to function well. Osteopaths aim to improve movement, reduce pain, and support the body’s natural healing processes by treating muscles, joints, nerves, and connective tissues.

In Australia, osteopaths are university-trained and registered allied health professionals, completing a minimum of five years of study and regulated by the Osteopathy Board of Australia.

How Osteopathy Works

Osteopathy is based on the principle that the body works as a whole. When one area isn’t moving or functioning properly, it can place strain on other parts of the body and lead to pain or dysfunction.

Osteopaths use a range of gentle, hands-on techniques, which may include:

  • Soft tissue massage
  • Joint mobilisation or manipulation
  • Stretching and muscle techniques
  • Postural assessment and advice
  • Exercise and lifestyle recommendations

Treatment is tailored to each individual, addressing both symptoms and underlying causes.

What Can Osteopathy Help With?

  • Musculoskeletal conditions
  • Back and neck pain
  • Headaches and jaw tension
  • Joint pain and stiffness
  • Sciatica and nerve-related pain
  • Postural-related discomfort
  • Sports and work-related injuries
  • Repetitive strain and overuse injuries
  • Rehabilitation and recovery support
  • Pregnancy-related aches and pains
  • Mobility and flexibility issues
  • General movement and postural advice

What to Expect at Your Appointment

Your osteopath will take a detailed health history and assess how your body moves and functions. Treatment is typically hands-on and gentle, with advice or exercises often provided to support long-term results.

No referral is required to see an osteopath.

Why Choose Osteopathy?

Osteopathy offers a patient-centred, whole-body approach to care, aiming not only to relieve pain but also to improve movement, function, and overall wellbeing. It is suitable for people of all ages and can be used alongside other healthcare services.

Bulk-Billed Osteopathy at OsteoCares

OsteoCares is an osteopathy clinic in Melbourne that offers Medicare bulk-billed services when a valid GP Chronic Condition Management Plan (GPCCMP) is presented.

  • Initial Appointments: The first session under the GPCCMP may incur a gap fee.
  • Subsequent Sessions: All follow-up appointments can be bulk-billed, allowing you to continue your care without out-of-pocket costs.

What Is Bulk Billing?

Bulk billing lets eligible patients receive osteopathic treatment without paying upfront. Medicare or the relevant insurance provider covers the cost directly, making treatment accessible and stress-free.

With bulk billing, you can focus entirely on your recovery and wellbeing rather than worrying about payment. At OsteoCares, our goal is to ensure that financial concerns never prevent you from receiving the care you need.

We are committed to making your treatment experience accessible, convenient, and supportive — so you can get back to feeling your best as quickly and safely as possible.

Ready to Start Feeling Better?

Book your appointment today or call us to speak with our friendly team.

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