WHAT TO EXPECT
Complaint History
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We take a detailed history of your presenting musculoskeletal complaint
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A review of your relevant medical history such as surgeries and medications
musculoskeletal Assessment
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During the consult you may need to disrobe. Robes are provided if required
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We perform an examination of your body's range of movement
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Locating areas causing pain or restrictions of motion
Diagnosis
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To help confirm a diagnosis we may need to test your blood pressure and perform orthopedic testing
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Once we have taken your musculoskeletal complaint history and assessment, we diagnose your injury and work with you to create a plan to treat it with hands-on therapy and rehabilitation
hands-on Therapy
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Hands-on treatment may be indicated for your musculoskeletal complaint.
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Osteopaths perform soft and deep tissue massage, stretching, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, dry needle therapy, joint mobilisation and manipulation
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Your osteopath will discuss these treatments with you if you have any concerns
home exercise and management
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Advice and strategies to assist with your recovery
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Exercises to assist with injury rehabilitation
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Strategies to avoid re-injury
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Ergonomic advice
continued care
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Working together with you throughout the course of your musculoskeletal complaint.
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Communicating with GPs and other allied health practitioners to find the best treatment outcomes for you