Osteopathy Blackburn
Osteopathy in Blackburn
/Blackburn
Our Osteopaths located in Blackburn are here to help you achieve your goals! Our Blackburn Osteopaths are fully qualified and are committed to finding solutions to your musculoskeletal issues. We create management plans that help you understand your injuries, the time lines involved to get results, and ultimately step away from the treatment table to get you back to what you love doing!
Osteopaths have a unique way of approaching the body, looking at the entire function and movement of the body to assess why you may have an injury or pain. They use a combination of hands on treatment and rehabilitation skills to help you recover and get back to what you love doing!
Your osteopath may use a range of techniques such as:
Soft tissue massage
Joint mobilisation and manipulation
Dry needling
Stretching techniques
Individualised rehab and movement-based programs
Our goal is always to help you recover faster, prevent future injury, and support long-term health through movement.
Watch this short video tour of our clinic to see how our care is centered around your health goals, empowering you throughout your journey.
Our Blackburn Osteos may help with
Acute muscular and joint strains and sprains
Sports injuries
Postural dysfunction
Headaches
Jaw pain
Neck pain and tension
Lower back pain acute and chronic
Chronic pain
Arthritis
Shoulder tendinopathy
Tennis & Golfer’s elbow
Pelvic & hip injuries
Pre and postnatal lower back and pelvic issues
Ankle and knee injuries
We work with clients of all ages and with a variety of conditions. If you have any musculoskeletal injuries whether these are from sporting, work related, postural or just age related we are here to help you.
Our Osteopaths in Blackburn may help with
Pre & post-surgical rehabilitation:
Assisting you in making a smooth transition through surgeries and aiding in a quicker, safer recovery.
Sports injuries and overuse conditions:
From weekend sport to marathon training, we identify what's driving the injury and build a return-to-activity plan, not just short-term relief.
Tendon pain (tendinopathy):
Achilles, shoulder, elbow and knee tendon issues respond best to the right loading progression, which is where osteopathic rehab makes the difference.
Ongoing or recurring pain:
Where previous treatment has only addressed symptoms, we focus on understanding why the issue keeps returning.
Arthritis:
Delivering specialised programs designed for arthritis patients, improving joint health and quality of life.
Pregnancy-related aches and pains:
Gentle, appropriate treatment through pregnancy for back, hip and pelvic discomfort.
Transitioning into strength work:
Many of our Blackburn osteo clients move into Clinical Pilates or Clinical Strength once the acute issue has settled, to build the strength that keeps it from coming back. Ask your osteopath if this is right for you.
Lower back and hip pain:
Acute or long-standing, treated with a combination of hands-on work and a rehab plan that builds real capacity.
Headaches and jaw tension:
Often linked to the neck and upper back, which we assess as part of any headache presentation.
Postural strain from desk-based work:
Common across Blackburn's professional and commuter population. We look at the whole picture, not just where the pain shows up.
Meet the Move Beyond Osteopathy Team
Stefan Giardini
Osteopath
Clinical interests in knee & ankle pain, sports injury rehab, performance science
Michelle Dean
Osteopath
Clinical interests in women's health, neck pain & running injuries
Sarah Smith
Osteopath
Clinical interests in women’s health, headaches, neck & shoulders
Lily Pryn
Osteopath
Clinical interests in neck and jaw pain, headaches, lower back & postural strains
Move Beyond Blackburn Osteo Clinic Contact Details
Shop 1/10 Main St, Blackburn VIC 3130
Opening Hours
Monday – Thursday: 7am–8pm
Friday: 7am–6:30pm
Saturday: 8am–1pm
Sunday: Closed
Online Osteo Booking in Blackburn
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FAQs
What should I expect at my appointment?
Initial assessment 60 minutes, this includes a medical and physical assessment, treatment and the provision of a management plan.
Almost all clients will need a 30 minute follow up consult to help shape their management program and check diagnosis and progress to ensure we help you achieve your goals.
Wear comfortable clothes to your first appointment.
Do you offer rebates?
We accept DVA, TAC, Work Cover, and EPC Medicare programs plus Private Health rebates are available.
You can claim Private Health and Medicare rebate on the day of your appointment if required.
Where are you located?
We are located conveniently at 10 Main Street Blackburn a short walk to the Blackburn train station. There are plenty of 2 and 4 hour car parking spaces out the front and opposite the clinic.
When are you open?
We are open Monday-Saturday and have plenty of after hours appointments for your convenience.
Payment
We are a cashless business, payment may be made via credit card (Visa & Master Card). We do not normally offer credit on account payment. HICAPS facilities are available for private health insurance claims. Patients may be eligible for a rebate from Medicare under the Chronic Disease Management (CDM), however this must be in place and initiated by a GP before treatment commences.
Parking
There is plenty of free car parking out the front and directly across the road from the clinic that varies from one to three hours.
Do I need a referral to see an osteopath in Blackburn?
A referral is only required if you're claiming through a Medicare Chronic Disease Management plan, DVA, TAC or WorkCover.
What's the difference between an osteopath and a physiotherapist?
Both are university-qualified allied health practitioners with real overlap in what they treat. Osteopathy places particular emphasis on how different areas of the body relate to each other, often combining more hands-on techniques with rehab. If you're not sure which is the better fit, call our Blackburn team and we'll point you in the right direction, we love being able to offer bother services.
How many sessions will I need?
It depends on how long the issue has been present and what's driving it. Some things settle in a couple of sessions, others benefit from an ongoing plan that includes strength and movement work. Your osteopath will talk you through realistic expectations at your first visit.
Can osteopathy help with a problem I've had for years?
Yes. A lot of what we see is longer-standing issues where the goal is understanding what's actually driving the pain, not just calming it down temporarily.
Is osteopathy safe during pregnancy?
Yes, with appropriate modifications. Let us know when booking so we can match you with a practitioner experienced in pregnancy care.
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