At 213 Osteopathy Blackburn, we aim to provide our patients with safe and effective treatment to enhance their health and well being using a range of holistic Osteopathic techniques.
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213 Osteopathy Blackburn
213 Osteopathy Blackburn Clinic aims to provide our patients with safe and effective treatment to enhance their health and well being. Through effective Osteopath treatment we aim to allow our patients to lead a fuller and healthier life. By educating our patients, we give them a greater understanding of their condition and provide self management advice such as stretching, dietary guidance and rehabilitation programs.
Osteopathy may offer relief for most types of pain, including: - Back and Neck pain
- Headaches and Migraines
- Hip and Knee injuries
- Ankle and Foot problems
- Shoulder, Elbow and Wrist problems
- Unsettled Babies; Colic or sleeping problems
- Arthritic pain and stiffness
- Pregnancy related problems
- Pain associated with chronic or acute trauma
- Sports Injuries
213 Osteopathy Blackburn was established in 2009 offering Osteopathy, Naturopathy, Massage and Personal Training.
About Osteopathy
Osteopathy is a form of manual medicine founded by Dr. Andrew Taylor Still in the United States and dates back to the 1870’s. Osteopathy is a holistic approach to the human body that uses a wide range of techniques and principles to treat the musculo-skeletal system and other functional disorders of the body. However Osteopathic belief is not confined to only bones and muscles. It encompasses all the inter-relationships of the body's systems, thus bringing together all the pieces of a puzzle to diagnose and treat the whole person. The Osteopathic approach aims to return the body to optimal mobility and health by addressing the cause of the problem and not just the presenting signs and symptoms.
The main aim of Osteopathic treatment is to restore normal function to the whole body, so you can benefit from Osteopathic treatment for any ailment you may be experiencing. Treatment is not a ‘cure' or a quick-fix. Treatment assists your body to achieve its optimum health so it will be better able to deal with the problems it is experiencing.
Osteopathy is possibly the most complete of the modern day manual therapies. Osteopaths pride themselves on their hands-on approach to the human body and our treatment methods are considered among the safest and most effective forms of complementary medicine.
A typical Osteopathic treatment will include a comprehensive case history, examination and hands-on treatment. Techniques may include soft tissue, gentle joint manipulation and articulation, stretching and ligament balancing techniques. All techniques aim to restore balance and function to the body allowing healing to occur quickly.
As Osteopathy encompasses the whole body, your consultation will finish with advice to help you further manage your condition. This may include stretches, postural advice, workplace ergonomics, rehabilitation exercises and dietary advice.
The gentle, holistic approach of Osteopathy makes it suitable to treat people of all age groups including infants, children, teenagers, pregnant women, adults, athletes, the elderly and many more.
Practitioner Profiles:
Dr. Erin Beven B.App.Sc(Comp.Med), Masters of Osteopathy, M.A.O.A
Dr Erin Beven completed her 5 year studies at RMIT University, which included a two year masters research project in “Osteopathic patients’ experience of Dysmenorrhoea (period pain)”. Erin joined the 213 Osteopathy team in 2009. While studying at R.M.I.T Erin attended numerous seminars, including a summer school course specializing in an indirect approach to Osteopathy and Women’s Health. This further completed her master’s thesis. Erin has continued her interest in this field by attending seminars based on pregnancy and the effect it has on women’s bodies.
Erin enjoys using a wide range of osteopathic treatment modalities, suitable for all walks of life and all ailments, from low back pain to headaches, to sport injuries, with a specific interest in women’s health, including the symptoms associated with period pain.
While growing up in Mildura, Erin was heavily involved in local Netball and Softball clubs, hence understands the importance of Osteopathy in relation to managing and treating sports injuries. In her free time, Erin enjoys spending time with friends, and travelling to Mildura to spend time with family. Erin also enjoys Yoga.
Dr. Stephen Dinneen B.App.Sc(H.M.), B.App.Sc (Comp. Med), Masters of Osteopathy, M.A.O.A
Dr. Stephen Dinneen joined 213 Osteopathy in 2009 after returning from training in middle distance running and travelling in Kenya and Europe. Stephen completed his Masters of Osteopathy at R.M.I.T University in the “Effects of Osteopathic Technique on stress in healthy adult patients”. Stephen completed a Human Movement Sport Science degree in 2001 at R.M.I.T and has since worked in the health and fitness industry as a personal trainer, running and hydro-therapy instructor. Stephen has treated several of the current Australian middle distance runners who competed at the 2008 Bejing Olympics and the 2009 World Championships in Germany.
Being extremely active individual from an amateur to elite levels, and participating in a vast number of sports, Stephen understands and enjoys treating active people. Through his own injuries, working in the gym, taking hydro-therapy classes and treating athletes, he knows how important rehabilitation and injury prevention are and the role that osteopathy can play in this.
These days Stephen is focused on his osteopathic career, using a vast range of osteopathic techniques and his rehabilitation knowledge, while still competing at both state and national levels with the goal of representing Australia at World Cross Country and Track and Field in the next 2-4 years.
Dr. Catherine Spiteri B.App.Sc(Comp. Med), Masters of Osteopathy, M.A.O.A
Dr. Catherine Spiteri graduated with distinction from RMIT University after 5 years of Osteopathic training. She has spent her last two years practicing at Box Hill Osteopaty, having joined the 213 Osteopathy team in August 2010.
Catherine enjoys treating people of all ages and conditions. She uses all different types of techniques during treatment, ranging from gentle cranial techniques to stronger direct methods such as soft tissue massage and manipulation. Both patient preference and their response to treatment help indicate which techniques best suit each individual. With a keen interest in the biodynamic cranial model, she has completed several cranial courses and already has plans to do more in the future.
She is particularly interested in paediatric as well as the closely related obstetric osteopathy. She believes that there is a great need to ensure our young friends are able to bounce back from things such as a traumatic birth, playground injury or childhood illness – so that they continue to grow and develop into healthy young adults. Similarly, osteopathic care of pregnant women can help provide welcome relief as their bodies continually compensate and respond to the babies growth.
Outside of work, Catherine looks forward to walking, and sometimes even attempted jogging! And when time permits, lounging around with a good home cooked meal and great friends is a must.
Dr. Emily Mankey B. App.Sc(Comp), Masters of Osteopathy, M.A.O.A
Dr. Emily Mankey joined 213 Osteopathy in 2010 and the Doncaster Osteopathic Clinic in 2009 and is now the Managing Director of both clinics. Dr. Mankey completed her Masters of Osteopathy on the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome at R.M.I.T University. Since completing her masters, Dr. Mankey has also completed the internationally recognized Polestar Pilates Course.
After working as a Sports Trainer with the Preston Bullants and Marcillan College AFL teams Dr Mankey developed an interest in treating acute and chronic sporting injuries. By combining Osteopathic treatment and Pilates training, Emily is working with local football teams to help improve their injury management and prevention, including conditions such as osteitis pubis, and recurrent hamstring and calf strains. Combing Pilates with her sports training experience and osteopathic skills, Dr. Mankey is able to use this knowledge to help patients who require postural stability exercises and rehabilitation.
Dr. Mankey also has a keen interest in pre and post-pregnancy care. Dr. Mankey believes undertaking Pilates while you are pregnant helps the body adapt and recover from the natural strains placed on the body during pregnancy.
Outside of work, Dr. Mankey enjoys keeping up her fitness at the gym, running and practicing Pilates.
Dr. Casey McGurk B.App.Sc(Clin). B.O.Sc, M.A.O.A
Dr. Casey McGurk joined the Doncaster Osteopathic Clinic and 213 Osteopathy in 2004 after graduating from the 5 year, full-time double degree Osteopathic program at R.M.I.T University. Whilst studying, Dr. McGurk became a Level 2 Sports Trainer working locally with football and netball clubs. Since graduating she has attended seminars on the management and treatment options for various sporting injuries.
Dr. McGurk has developed an interest in treating pregnancy related complaints after seeing the benefits that osteopathy can provide during pregnancy, especially for low back pain and pelvic instability. Dr. McGurk has undertaken further studies in the fields of Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Paedatrics. She is continuing her professional education in the area of paediatrics and is currently enrolled at Victorian University in a post-graduate Paedatrics program.
Orginally from a small farming community in central Victoria, Dr McGurk has a keen interest in sports having played Tennis, Netball, Basketball and Badminton. She is a passionate member of the Essendon Football Club, love to travel and is an avid reader.
Dr. Sarah Martorella B.App.Sc (Clin), B.O.Sc, B.App.Sc (H.Bio), M.A.O.A
Dr. Sarah Martorella has a vast range of experience, having working in many multi-disciplinary clinics throughout Melbourne since 1999, and having continued with post graduate studies in many different fields. She has also been heavily involved at R.M.I.T University for over 8 years, lecturing, supervising senior students and co-ordinating and developing programs within the Osteopathic unit. Dr. Martorella is the founder of the Doncaster Osteopathic Clinic and 213 Osteopathy.
In 2008, Dr Martorella completed post-graduate studies in Gerontology (older adults). Through this she gained specialized experience working with older adults and seeing the benefits Osteopathic treatment can have on improving mobility, reducing pain and ultimately enhancing quality of life.
Dr. Martorella also feels that osteopathic treatment during pregnancy and in the first few months after labour can be extremely beneficial due to its gentle and specific approach. Dr. Martorella has had great success in treating pelvic instability, pelvic floor weakness, back and hip pain and in restoring normal mechanics to the body after delivery.
Dr. Martorella enjoys community work, having recently worked in rural communities in Cambodia and northern Thailand. She also enjoys adventure activities and sport, nature, wildlife and travel.
About 213 Osteopathy
213 Osteopathy is situated on Whitehorse Road in Blackburn. 213 Osteopathy is open from Monday to Saturday. To make an appointment please contact the clinic on 9894-0231
The clinic offers:- Off-street parking at the rear of the clinic
- EFTPOS and Credit Card facilities
- HICAPS facilities allowing you to claim for your treatment up front
- Accepts Workcover, TAC and EPC forms (Medicare funded treatment upon referral from you local GP)
If you have any other questions regarding Osteopathy and how it may benefit you, please feel free to check out our website: www.blackburnosteo.com.au or contact the clinic on 9894-0213 and speak to one of our practitioners.
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