Altona Meadows Osteopathy & Healthcare Clinic
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About Us
Got Aches And Pains? See How We Can Help!
- Back and rib dysfunctions
- Headaches/migraines
- Hip pain
- Neck pain/whiplash
- Shoulder tightness or injury
- General Info
At Altona Meadows Osteopathy & Healthcare Clinic we provide you with a holistic approach to your health needs.
We aim to provide safe and effective treatment to assist you with your complaint but more so to prevent its re-occurrence. The clinic also offers remedial massage therapy and dry needling. We have also developed a referral network to include podiatry, musculoskeletal specialists and other healthcare providers to offer you the best care possible.
Your treatment may involve a number of different techniques depending on your condition and is tailored to your specific needs. All treatment will be explained and if it is thought to be contra-indicated then it will not be performed. Management may also include postural, ergonomic and core stability advice.
Our goals are to: *Provide you with the best possible care that we can. If we can't help you we will refer you to the person that can, *To encourage you in maintaining your health and well-being through advice given so that results are longer lasting, *To encourage continued professional development within our professions.
- Accreditations
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science - Dr. Petar Fiamengo- Payment method
- eft
- Established
- 2002
- Service Notes
- Open Weekdays and Saturday
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FAQs
What if I need an off work certificate?
An osteopath can provide an incapacity certificate which will usually be accepted by your employer in the same way as a medical doctor¿s certificate. Osteopaths can provide on-going certificates of incapacity for Work-cover patients.
What should I wear to the appointment?
It is best if you could wear comfortable and loose fitting clothing such as a tracksuit, preferably no jeans.
Do I need a Dr's referral to see an Osteopath?
No, you don't need a Dr.'s referral unless you are claiming from DVA or have been referred by your Dr. as an EPC patient.
Will I be sore after my treatment?
There is a chance that for the first 48 hours after your treatment you will experience tenderness associated with your treatment. This will not happen to every-one but c is a common occurrence. This is because treatment is similar to a minor form of injury so that when the healing process occurs it will heal in the correct way. Not dissimilar to pain experienced after a workout.
How many treatments will I need?
This will depend how long you have had your problem. Generally speaking the longer you have had your problem the more treatments you will need. However you should experience some relief or change in your problem e.g. Feeling looser after just a couple of visits. Your Osteopath will generally advise 2-3 treatments to begin with - after this time you will be reassessed and a decision will be made as to whether to continue treatment or further investigate if there is no change in your symptoms.
What if I don't like having my neck or back being manipulated (cracked)?
This will never under any circumstance be forced upon you. Your osteopath will explain the benefits and risks associated with any procedure and allow you to make your own decision. Your osteopath will inform you on and explain any technique being performed. Because we are armed with an array of techniques we don't have to "crack" your joints if you are uncomfortable with this.
Should I bring any scans or x-rays that I've had with me?
Yes, always bring x-rays or any other scans/test results you have recently had to your visits.
Can I claim the treatment straight onto my health insurance?
Yes, we have HICAPS available at the clinic so you can claim your treatments on the spot.