Healthwise was formed with the aim of meeting the ever growing demand of people wanting a total range of Complementary Medical Services.
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Welcome to Healthwise
Healthwise was formed with the aim of meeting the ever growing demand of people wanting a total range of Complementary Medical Services.
Healthwise is comprised of experienced, committed professionals, utilising the latest technology in healthcare. Healthwise practitioners will work with you using the therapy or a combination of therapies to help you maintain or regain your total health.
At Healthwise we believe that health is not just the absence of disease or infirmity, but complete physical, mental and social wellbeing. Our experienced practitioners will work with you to provide a program that will ensure you regain or maintain your total health, helping you live life to your full potential.
Healthwise can tailor a full health program to fit in with your lifestyle which will result in your return of vitality, motivation and physical health.
At Healthwise we believe that health comes from the inside out, not from the outside in.
Our objective is to have every patient achieve and maintain their maximum recovery by:
- Educating our patients
- Providing a full picture of what is "wrong", and;
- What needs to be done.
Only then can patients make a fully informed choice about their level of care.
Osteopathy
What is Osteopathy?
Osteopathy is a system of health care that focuses on the treatment of the musculoskeletal system (bones, joints, muscles and connective tissue). Osteopathy also looks at the effects structural problems have on the body’s function.
Everyone from a new-born to the elderly can be managed both safely and effectively.
Osteopathy in Australia
Osteopaths have practiced in Australia since 1908, however Osteopathy has been practiced internationally since 1872. Today, Osteopaths undertake five years full-time study completing a double degree with National government registration before being afforded the title of Doctor.
What conditions can Osteopathy help?
Many people visit an Osteopath for back or neck pain. Osteopathic treatment can also help other musculo-skeletal problems, such as:
- Headaches
- Migraines
- Sciatica
- Arthritis
- Joint Pain
- Carpel Tunnel syndrome
- Some injuries from road and domestic accidents, i.e. whiplash
- Sports injuries such as tennis elbow
- Postural and mobility problems
- Knee, ankle and foot problems
- TMJ/Jaw problems
- RSI/Overuse injuries
- Neuralgia
Less known conditions Osteopathy can help are:
- Asthma
- Back pain during and after pregnancy
- Breathing difficulties
- Childhood illness such as colic and glue ear
- Digestive problems such as hiatus hernia
- Gynaecological problems
- Lowered immune response after illness
Referrals, Medicare and Compensation Claims
It is not necessary to have a GP’s referral for general problems. Most health funds rebate a portion of the treatment fees however, Osteopathy has limited cover under Medicare. In some cases, patients with complex, chronic problems can be referred by their GP for osteopathic treatment .
Workers’ Compensation injuries and Third Party claims are accepted with the appropriate paperwork. Sickness certificates issued by osteopaths are accepted by most companies.
What does an Osteopathic treatment involve?
Osteopathic treatment starts with a comprehensive history and physical examination. This includes how your whole spine functions as well as specific structural and neurological testing.
A diagnosis is made, and the techniques chosen for your complaint depend on your history, how long the complaint has been present, your age and many other factors. Osteopaths will select from a wide variety of techniques to care for their patients. Therapy may include ultrasound, laser, stretching, gentle spinal manipulation, spinal mobilisation, muscle release and trigger point techniques.
Further advice for your recovery may include home exercise programs, postural recommendations, lifting procedures, diet advice, stress management and referral to other specialists for management of all your health conditions.
About Marcus Von Mengersen
Marcus is a well-respected Osteopath who treats patients with consideration to their total health care needs.
He completed his Masters Degree in the biomechanics of lifting and has recently undertaken courses in relation to Charrett techniques (whole body adjusting and orthotics).
Marcus firstly takes a comprehensive history from each patient and then performs a thorough physical examination. He provides a comprehensive report of his findings outlining the patient’s diagnosis and the treatment required.
Marcus uses traditional techniques as well as implementing the very latest technology in diagnostic and treatment equipment.
Marcus uses a combination of the following therapies:
- Soft tissue mobilisation
- gentle manipulation
- muscle energy procedures
- lymphatic drainage
- ultrasound
- laser
Each treatment program is tailored specifically to each patient’s condition and is constantly monitored and reviewed as progressive improvement is made.
Patients are given home based stretching and strengthening exercises to assist in the rehabilitation process and help to prevent further injuries, as well as life style and nutritional supplement recommendations.
Marcus treats conditions relating to neck and back pain, general headaches and migraine, sciatica jaw problems and sports injuries as well as knee, ankle, shoulder, elbow and wrist injuries.
Marcus works closely with other health care professionals such as naturopaths and massage therapists to ensure your health requirements are met.
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Osteopathy
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