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Welcome to Our Practitioners

Osteopathy

Dr Craig Russell B. Ost. Sci., B. App. Sci. (Clinical Science), . is a fully registered Osteopath and a member of the Australian Osteopathic Association (AOA). He graduated from RMIT in 1999, and has since worked in practices in Melbourne (currently South Yarra and now Mitcham). After gaining valuable experience in a mentoring role with the late Osteopath Jiri Benes, Craig now has a keen interest in manipulative treatment of biomechanical problems, such as postural and sports injuries. In the sporting field, Craig now Osteopathically manages some of Australia’s top athletes. After being awarded the Prince of Wales award in 2003, Craig gained further experience with an overseas attachment with the General Osteopathic Council (UK) in both a research and practical role. Craig also lectures at Victoria University in the Osteopathic undergraduate program.

Dr Marnie Norfolk BSc MHS (Osteo)Grad Cert Tert Ed Grad Paeds is a registered Osteopath.She obtained her osteopathic qualifications from Victoria University in Melbourne in 2001. This included a Masters project on rehabiliation of ankle sprains in football. Marnie has a keen interest in the limbs e.g. ankle, knee, shoulder and wrist. Work experience has been gained in hospitals both in Australia and overseas. Marnie has been involved in teaching and workshops for Sports Medicine, RMIT and Victoria Universities. Marnie now teaches with the Sutherland Cranal Teaching Foundation (SCTF) and enjoys incorporating techniques from osteopathy in the cranial field in her treatment.

In 2008 Marnie completed a Graduate Certificate of Higher Education, to compliment her teaching work and in 2011 she completed her Graduate Certificate in Paediatrics for Neonates for Manual Therapists to complement her special interest in working with babies and children

Dr Caryn Edwards Bsc (Osteo) HONS. is a fully qualified Osteopath and a member of the Australian Osteopathic Association (AOA) Although originally south African, Caryn obtained her degree from the University of Wales, through the European School of Osteopathy in the United Kingdom in 1997. Caryn worked for many years in England; in Kent and in South London before immigrating to live here in Australia. She has completed all the necessary qualifications to allow her to work here in Australia.

Caryn enjoys working both structurally and cranially, commonly treating conditions such as neck and back pain, headaches, sports injuries, postural problems, colic and reflux in babies and many more. Due to her training, Caryn likes to view and treat the body as a whole functioning unit and therefore takes a holistic approach to her treatments.

Dr Jane Boadle BSc MHS (Osteo.), . is a qualified Osteopath and a member of the Australian Osteopathic Association (AOA). She graduated from Victoria University with a Bachelor of Clinical Science and a Masters of Health Science. Jane has also completed courses in Neuromuscular Dry Needling and Level 1-3 Pilates.
With over 10 years of “hands-on” manual therapy experience, Jane appreciates the importance health. She is very passionate about osteopathy and therefore always approaches treatment, pain relief and management with enthusiasm.
Jane has treated many amateur and professional athletes in varied sports and she has previously worked with the Malaysian Track Cycling Team, in which she travelled to 2 World Cups and 1 World Championship with the team.
With this Jane understands the demands placed on young athletes, elite athletes and weekend warriors. Jane gains great satisfaction in passing on knowledge to help all athletes understands the demands placed on their bodies and the best management for optimising their peak performance.
Jane enjoys treating patients of ALL ages and has a strong interest in postural health.

Dr Allan Woodley D.O. Ph.C. . Allan has practiced as an Osteopath since 1962. A graduate of The British School of Osteopathy, London. After a very successful VFL career with Hawthorn Football club. " The Colonel" travelled to the UK to study Osteopathy. Allan has since worked in and around Melbourne for many years, focusing on a structural approach to treatment.

It is a great honour and priviledge we welcome one of the Australian Osteopathic Association's Life members to the team at Alliance Health.

Dr Matthew Kelley BAppSci (HM) BAppSci (ComplMed), MOsteo. Matthew is qualified and registered Osteopath. Before commencing his osteopathic studies, Matthew completed a Bachelor of Applied Science (HUman Movement) to allow him to pursue his interest in sports and study the science behind it. This provided Matthew with experience in exercise prescription, rehabilitation and strength and conditioning. This qualification allowed himto work as a remedial massage therapist for three years before graduating osteopathy with disctinction, gaining invauluable practical experience.

Throughout his studies, Matthew took a keen interest in the medical aspect of ostepathy and various structural approaches, including manipulation, towards a holistic treatment.

He has been fortunate enough to complete two internships under the supervision of Dr Marnie Norfolk (Osteopath) at Greensborough Osteopath and Dr Craig Russell (Osteopath) at Alliance Health Clinics in Mitcham.

Matthew enjoys the continual learning and development aspect of osteopathy, and enjoys spending his spare time with friends and family.

What is an Osteopath?

Osteopathy is a form of manual medicine which focuses on “whole-body” treatment of the musculo-skeletal system and other functional disorders. It is guided by unique principles which:

Focus on the body as a unit – and as such look for the cause of a problem and not just the symptoms

Recognise the importance of correct biomechanics – and its influence on the body’s functional ability

Understand the body’s inherent ability to heal itself.

What training do Osteopaths have?

In Australia, Osteopaths are statutorily registered practitioners and five year, full-time university training is available, which covers anatomy, physiology, pathology and general medical diagnosis in addition to Osteopathic technique. Osteopaths are primary care practitioners, and are trained to be able to recognise conditions which require medical referral. They are also trained to carry out standard medical examinations of the cardiovascular, respiratory and nervous system.

Osteopathy can provide treatment for:

• Postural and mobility problems
  
• Back and Neck Pain
  
• Sports injuries
  
• Pregnancy
  
• Asthma
  
• Sciatica
  
• Headaches
  
• Digestive Problems
  
• Arthritis Pain

In addition, there is a wide variety of gentle non-manipulative techniques for use on infants and small children. These can be used in the management of problems such as forceps trauma, infant colic and "glue ear."

Osteopaths use a wide range of techniques such as:

• Soft tissue massage and stretching
  
• Articulation techniques
  
• Myofascial techniques
  
• Manipulation
  
• Visceral
  
• Cranial Approach

Who can be Treated

• Pregnant Women
  
• Adults (Both Men & Women)
  
• Children
  
• Elderly
  
• Babies