Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT IS OSTEOPATHY?
Osteopaths focus on your neuromusculoskeletal system - the bones, muscles, nerves and connective tissues that support your whole body, and control its movements to return to a state of “balance.”
Osteopaths recognise that the body is a holistic unit, and the link between the body’s structure and function and how they work together for optimal health.
DO I NEED A GP REFERRAL?
You do not need a doctor's referral to see us.
Osteopathic consults can be covered by Medicare if you are eligible for a Chronic disease management plan (CDM) care plan. You can be eligible for this if you are suffering from chronic pain. If eligible you must visit your GP and then they can write you up a plan and then include your referral to us. This can provide up to a maximum of 5 sessions per calendar year for osteopathic services rebated by Medicare. If you are unsure how to qualify for this please feel free to contact us for further information or speak to your GP.
We request that you pay for your CDM consultation up front and then you can get the rebate from Medicare.
DO YOU SUPPORT HEALTH INSURANCE, DVA OR WORKCOVER?
Your Burwood Osteopath supports HICAPS and you can claim your benefit on the spot if you have private health insurance with osteopathic extras. Your level of rebate will depend on your level of cover with your provider.
Our local osteopaths are registered for workcover, DVA and TAC service providers. If you are claiming care under these schemes with the appropriate paperwork, Burwood Osteo & Rehab requires payment on the day of the consult.
WHAT ARE YOUR PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS?
Our Melbourne Burwood Osteopaths are members of Osteopath Australia, are registered with AHPRA, have 5 years university qualifications, and are fully insured.
Bronwyn is also recognised as an Accredited Exercise Rehabilitative Osteopath with Osteopathy Australia, one of the first in Australia!
WHAT HAPPENS IN AN APPOINTMENT?
A consultation with your local osteopath will include a thorough case history and examination, working diagnosis, and a wide variety of hands on treatment methods to get you moving better.
Treatment methods may include soft tissue massage, joint mobilisation and/or manipulation, stretching, dry needling, exercises, advice and recommendations
WHAT IS THE "ONLINE REHAB HUB"
Our Online Rehab Hub is your one-stop video library where we go through free tips, advice and recommendations for your injury concerns. There are many complementary resources available including stretching, mobility and introduction rehabilitation videos.
Burwood Osteo & Rehab has a subscription rehabilitation + strength and conditioning mat Pilates based exercises for less than $3/week. Designed by our osteopath Bronwyn who's background as an Advanced Practitoner in Exercise Rehabiliation, means these exercises are safe and effective. There are over 35 videos focussed on conditioning injury areas at beginner, intermediate and advanced levels with progressions and regressions in all videos.
We ideally want you to perform 3x videos (roughly 30 minutes) 1-2x weekly.
Contact Bronwyn at info@burwoodosteoandrehab.com for more info.
WHAT CONDITIONS DO YOU TREAT
We have a whole page on this on the website!
Osteopaths treat more than you think. We help with musculoskeletal conditions of low back pain, including disc injury and sciatica, neck injuries including disc injuries, whiplash and wry neck, shoulder injuries, RSI, wrist pain, hip pain, lower limb injuries and foot complaints.
From your toes to your head, we can help you. Osteopaths can also help you with digestive issues, and visceral complaints like period pain and abdominal issues.
Give us a call on 0492 927 343 to discuss your specific complaint and see if osteopathy can help you.
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