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Rozelle Osteopaths
 Contact & Location Information
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| Contact Name | Alison Linn |
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| Address |
73 Foster ST Leichardt 2040 |
| Servicing Areas | Leichardt, New South Wales |
| Phone | 02 9818 6634 |
| Mobile | 0425 204 988 |
| Fax | 02 9818 4667 |
Combining 28 years post graduate osteopathic experience and open 6 days / week 7 AM- 7 PM.
Rozelle Osteopaths
Rozelle Osteopaths, Leichardt and Inner West, Rozelle, Balmain.
Rozelle practice:
Rozelle Osteopaths
Total Health
579 Darling Street
Rozelle NSW 2039
ph 02 9087 4600
Alison Linn is an Osteopath who is also qualified to offer treatments in Chinese herb prescription & acupuncture.
The clinic's approach to osteopathy is treat the whole person, to tailor each treatment based on patient needs, clinical experience and the presenting condition.
Member of the Australian Osteopathic Association
Our Therapists
Alison Linn
Hi my name is Alison Linn and I have been practicing in the Inner West close to Balmain and the Sydney CBD since 1990.
My approach to osteopathy is to tailor the treatment based on patient needs, my clinical experience and the presenting condition.
My treatment includes muscle and joint release modalities.
Self management is emphasised where possible to enable you, the patient, to manage your condition in both the long and short term in a more informed way.
I have lectured in the Osteopathy Degree course at UWS for five years, 2000-2004 and at the ESO in Britain in 1988. I am also qualified in both acupuncture and Chinese herb prescription which I use in conjunction with my osteopathy. Acupuncture will only be used if you are comfortable with the procedure.
Cara Lawson
Hi I am Cara and I am passionate about osteopathy.
I strongly believe that the body is capable of healing itself, but occasionally it needs some assistance in doing so. Through osteopathy, I aim to provide the right environment for your body to achieve optimum health. In a consultation, I will take a thorough case history to find not only the cause of the problem, but why it is being maintained. All of my treatments are individually tailored according to the patient’s needs and presenting condition and use safe, gentle and effective osteopathic techniques. I also incorporate self-management strategies to allow you to manage your condition effectively in the long term.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me prior to making an appointment.
$140 for first consultation (1 hr)
$100 for student, healthcare card holders, seniors
$90 subsequent treatment (30 minutes)
$75 for student, healthcare card holders, seniors
Our Therapies
Osteopathy – treating the whole person
Our bodies depend upon the smooth and effective operation of a finely-tuned complex system of bones and joints, controlled and moved by muscles, actuated by nerves; the bones and joints are surrounded by soft tissue containing the fluids of the circulatory system. Changes in the delicate balance of this neuro-musculo-skeletal system and its circulatory components can result in restricted flexibility and mobility, disturbance of blood supply and draining, and dysfunction of the nervous system. Such changes are most commonly the effects of physical strain or injury but can be caused by an inappropriate life-style or psychological stress.
Osteopathy is concerned with maintaining and restoring the balance of this system. When something goes wrong, the osteopath diagnoses the causes whether they be related to the spinal column or to soft tissue or joints remote from it. In some cases, the osteopath may refer the patient to a doctor for treatment. In many the osteopath will relieve the condition with manipulative therapy and in preventative medicine will advise methods of avoiding occupational strain and suggests effective alterations to life-style.
Painstaking examination and diagnosis allow osteopaths to treat a wide variety of conditions which respond to mechanical forms of treatment. The range of such conditions is wider than commonly supposed.
When a patient comes for a consultation, the osteopath first takes down a full case history. This is followed by a thorough physical examination of the patient. The osteopath also pays particular attention to the patient’s skeletal structure and its functioning and to his/her general mobility – including the movement of each joint. At this stage, the osteopath may well require further examinations, utilising X-Rays or other pathological tests.
At the end of the examination, the osteopath makes a diagnosis, deciding whether or not osteopathic treatment can help the patient. If not, the osteopath may advise surgical or medical treatment. If the osteopath decides that osteopathy will help the patient, an appropriate course of treatment will begin.
In a typical treatment, the osteopath may first relax the muscles in the affected area. This is done with firm but gentle manipulation. Next the osteopath may treat the affected joints precisely and carefully to encourage more relaxation and greater movement. In cases like osteo-arthritis where relief of pain and some ease of movement is all that can be hoped for, this may be all the osteopath will do. If suitable, the osteopath may put the joint through a very short range of movement at a very high velocity – ‘the high velocity thrust’ – to clear and free it. Each case individually evaluated and particular treatment will depend on the practitioner’s diagnostic findings.
Acupuncture
Alison Linn is qualified to to use acupuncture, which she employs in combination with osteopathic techniques. This page aims to explain a little about acupuncture - what it is, why we use it and what it feels like.
What is acupuncture?
Acupuncture is an ancient system of healing developed over thousands of years as part of the traditional medicine of China. It involves the insertion of fine stainless steel needles into the skin and underlying masses.
How does it work?
According to traditional Chinese theory, the acupuncture needles are able to influence the flow of energy in the meridians that form a network over and inside the body. These meridians work to regulate and support the body's function.
A simple scientific explanation is that the needles provide a specific stimulus to the nervous system that provokes a response from the nervous system. The nature of the response varies depending on where the needles are inserted.
Why do we use it?
We use acupuncture in this clinic because it can have profound effects on muscle tone, blood circulation, inflammation, repair and pain. We find that it adds to the effectiveness of our treatments.
What sort of needles are used?
Acupuncture needles are very fine and are made from stainless steel. Each needle comes, already sterilized, in its own sealed package and is disposed of after use.
What does it feel like?
There is usually minimal sensation as the needle is tapped through the skin. As the needle travels to the correct depth you will feel a dull spreading ache for a second or two. This is usually mild and feels more weird than painful.
This sensation is called de qi (pronounced: de chee). Occasionally the needle hits a small blood vessel or nerve ending and you might feel a slight sharp pain or stinging. If this happens you should let the practitioner know so they can reposition the needle.
Gentle electrical stimuli may also be applied through the needles, giving a sensation of tingling or buzzing.
The number of needles used depends on the condition, but between 1 and 6 is common. The needles remain in place for between 1 and 20 minutes. After the initial sensation of de qi there should be no more discomfort. People often report feeling relaxed or sleepy during a treatment. They also can experience other mild sensations which are strange but not unpleasant.
Is acupuncture safe?
While the insertion of anything through the skin carries some potential for infection and harm, the procedures used by this clinic aim to minimize any risk and ensure your safety.
Are there any side effects?
Sometimes people report feeling relaxed for several hours after treatment.
Occasionally there will be some slight bleeding that can cause a bruise. Your practitioner will warn you if that is a possibility.
Frequently, particularly after the first treatment, the symptoms appear to be aggravated for a couple of days. This isn't strictly aside effect as it is really a sign that the treatment is working and an improvement can be expected in a couple of days.
How many treatments will I need?
This depends on the condition you have. A course of between three and six treatments is common for many straight forward conditions. We rarely treat beyond three treatments if there is an insufficient response.
Do I have to have acupuncture as part of my treatment?
No, your practitioner is a trained osteopath and has many other skills to employ for your treatment. If you do not want acupuncture, be sure to make this clear to them.
Hours:
Monday 2 - 6.30 pm
Tuesday 7 am - 6.30 pm
Wednesday 7 am - 6.30 pm
Thursday 7 am - 7 pm
Friday 7 am - 7 pm
Saturday 8 am - 1 pm
Rozelle Osteopaths
Shop 1, 738 Darling Street,
Rozelle NSW 2039
02 9818 6634
0425 204 988
Fax 02 9818 4667
enquiries@rozelleosteopaths.com.au
ABN 37 174 198 369
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