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Dr Kristian Vidakovic demonstrating osteopathic management of a patient’s musculoskeletal neck condition, at MyOsteopathy, Clyde North.
Dr Kristian Vidakovic demonstrating osteopathic management of a patient’s musculoskeletal condition, at MyOsteopathy, Clyde North.

HOW CAN
OSTEOPATHY
HELP YOU?

Management

What Is An Osteopath?

Osteopaths are registered primary healthcare practitioners trained to assess, diagnose, and manage a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions. Osteopathy is based on an understanding of biomechanics and the relationship between structure and function within the body. Treatment may include hands-on techniques alongside education, exercise rehabilitation, and lifestyle or ergonomic advice, depending on individual needs and goals.​

How can an Osteopath help?

Osteopathy may assist people experiencing musculoskeletal pain, movement restrictions, or functional limitations. Treatment is tailored to each person and may form part of a broader healthcare plan.

​

Osteopathy considers factors such as​:

  • Work and daily activities

  • Exercise and physical capacity

  • Previous injuries or health conditions

  • Lifestyle and recovery demands

​Care is collaborative, with management plans developed alongside the patient.

  • Work and daily activities

  • Exercise and physical capacity

  • Previous injuries or health conditions

  • Lifestyle and recovery demands

Conditions + Complaints That May Present In An Osteopathic Clinic

Osteopaths commonly work with people experiencing musculoskeletal complaints, including but not limited to:​

  • Neck pain and stiffness

  • Headaches and migraines

  • Shoulder pain

  • Frozen shoulder

  • Upper and lower back pain

  • Disc-related pain and sciatica

  • Hip, pelvic, and groin pain

  • Knee and ankle injuries

  • Tendinopathies

  • Sports and exercise-related injuries

  • Postural and work-related discomfort

  • Pregnancy-related musculoskeletal pain

  • Jaw pain and dysfunction (TMJD)

  • Foot and heel pain, including plantar fasciopathy

Each presentation is assessed individually, and care is adapted accordingly.​​

  • Neck pain and stiffness

  • Headaches and migraines

  • Shoulder pain

  • Frozen shoulder

  • Upper and lower back pain

  • Disc-related pain and sciatica

  • Hip, pelvic, and groin pain

  • ​Foot and heel pain, including plantar fasciopathy

  • Knee and ankle injuries

  • Tendinopathies

  • Sports and exercise-related injuries

  • Postural and work-related discomfort

  • Pregnancy-related musculoskeletal pain

  • Jaw pain and dysfunction (TMJD)

Treatment Types + Options
An Osteopath May Suggest

Depending on your presentation, where clinically indicated, and based on your preference; osteopathic care may involve a combination of techniques such as:

  • Joint articulation and mobilisation

  • Soft tissue and myofascial techniques

  • Stretching and mobility work

  • Exercise prescription and rehabilitation

  • Dry needling

  • High-velocity, low-amplitude (HVLA) techniques

  • Myofascial Cupping

  • and other supportive modalities

Not all treatment techniques are used for every person; treatment is selected based on individual assessment, patient preference and consent.

A Hollistic, Individualised,
Patient-Centered Approach;
Always.

Osteopathic care is guided by key principles, including:

​

  • The body functions as an integrated unit

  • Structure and function are closely linked

  • The body has the capacity to adapt and respond to change​

​

We recognise that pain and injury are influenced by multiple factors. Management focuses on supporting recovery, building capacity, and helping patients understand their condition so they can take an active role in their care.

The Role Of Education In Osteopathic Care

Education is a key component of osteopathic management and an important part of supporting recovery. Understanding of what a condition likely is, what it is not, and how it relates to everyday activities can help reduce uncertainty, fear, and unnecessary concern. Clear explanations and shared discussions aim to reassure patients, improve confidence in movement, and support informed decision-making.​

The Role Of Education In Osteopathic Care

​Education may include:

​

  • Explaining assessment findings and contributing factors

  • Discussing pain mechanisms in a clear and relatable way

  • Addressing beliefs or concerns about injury, imaging, or “damage”

  • Guidance on activity modification, pacing, and recovery expectations

​

By improving understanding, patients are better supported to remain active, engage in rehabilitation, and take an active role in their care. Education is tailored to the individual and forms an ongoing part of management alongside hands-on treatment and exercise prescription.

Referral, Rebates + Accessibility

No referral is required to see an Osteopath. Osteopathic consultations may be claimable through:

​

  • Private health insurance (extras cover)

  • Medicare Chronic Disease Management plans (where applicable)

  • Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA)

  • TAC and WorkSafe claims

  • NDIS (self-managed or plan-managed clients)

​

Please contact if you have questions about eligibility or rebates.

Osteopaths are registered primary healthcare practitioners trained to assess, diagnose, and manage a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions. Osteopathy is based on an understanding of biomechanics and the relationship between structure and function within the body.

​

Treatment may include hands-on techniques alongside education, exercise rehabilitation, and lifestyle or ergonomic advice, depending on individual needs and goals.

What Is An Osteopath?

Osteopathic care may assist people experiencing musculoskeletal pain, movement restrictions, or functional limitations. Treatment is tailored to each person and may form part of a broader healthcare plan.

​

Osteopathy considers factors such as:

​

  • Work and daily activities

  • Exercise and physical capacity

  • Previous injuries or health conditions

  • Lifestyle and recovery demands

 

Care is collaborative, with management plans developed alongside the patient.

How Can An Osteopath Help?

Education is a key component of osteopathic management and an important part of supporting recovery. Understanding of what a condition likely is, what it is not, and how it relates to everyday activities can help reduce uncertainty, fear, and unnecessary concern. Clear explanations and shared discussions aim to reassure patients, improve confidence in movement, and support informed decision-making.

​

Education may include:

​

  • Explaining assessment findings and contributing factors

  • Discussing pain mechanisms in a clear and relatable way

  • Addressing beliefs or concerns about injury, imaging, or “damage”

  • Guidance on activity modification, pacing, and recovery expectations

​

By improving understanding, patients are better supported to remain active, engage in rehabilitation, and take an active role in their care. Education is tailored to the individual and forms an ongoing part of management alongside hands-on treatment and exercise prescription.

The Role Of Education In Osteopathic Care

Dr Kristian Vidakovic performing an osteopathic musculoskeletal assessment, at MyOsteopathy, Clyde North.

No referral is required to see an Osteopath. Osteopathic consultations may be claimable through:

​

  • Private health insurance (extras cover)

  • Medicare Chronic Disease Management plans (where applicable)

  • Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA)

  • TAC and WorkSafe claims

  • NDIS (self-managed or plan-managed clients)

​

Please contact if you have questions about eligibility or rebates.

Referral, Rebates + Accessibility

Dr Kristian Vidakovic teaching exercises for rehabilitation, at MyOsteopathy, Clyde North.

Osteopaths commonly work with people experiencing musculoskeletal complaints, including but not limited to:

​

  • Neck pain and stiffness

  • Headaches and migraines

  • Shoulder pain

  • Frozen shoulder

  • Upper and lower back pain

  • Disc-related pain and sciatica

  • Hip, pelvic, and groin pain

  • Knee and ankle injuries

  • Tendinopathies (including achilles and patellar tendinopathy)

  • Sports and exercise-related injuries

  • Postural and work-related discomfort

  • Pregnancy-related musculoskeletal pain

  • Jaw pain and dysfunction (TMJD)

  • Foot and heel pain, including plantar fasciopathy

​

Each presentation is assessed individually,

and care is adapted accordingly.

Conditions + Complaints
That May Present In An
Osteopathic Clinic

Dr Kristian Vidakovic demonstrating osteopathic management of a patient’s neck pain, at MyOsteopathy, Clyde North.

Treatment Types + Options An Osteopath May Suggest

Depending on your presentation, where clinically indicated, and based on your preference; osteopathic care may involve a combination of techniques such as:

​

  • Joint articulation and mobilisation

  • Soft tissue and myofascial techniques

  • Stretching and mobility work

  • Exercise prescription and rehabilitation

  • Dry needling

  • High-velocity, low-amplitude (HVLA) techniques

  • Myofascial Cupping and other supportive modalities

​

Not all techniques are used for every person; treatment is selected based on individual assessment and consent.

Dry needling procedure performed by Dr Kristian Vidakovic for injury management, at MyOsteopathy, Clyde North.

Osteopathic care is guided by key principles, including:

​

  • The body functions as an integrated unit

  • Structure and function are closely linked

  • The body has the capacity to adapt and respond to change

​

We recognise that pain and injury are influenced by multiple factors. Management focuses on supporting recovery, building capacity, and helping patients understand their condition so they can take an active role in their care.

A Hollistic, Individualised,
Patient-Centered Approach; Always.

Dr Kristian Vidakovic demonstrating osteopathic management of a patient’s lower back pain, at MyOsteopathy, Clyde North.
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