Osteopathy

Gentle, whole-body treatment for pain, function and wellbeing

At Lockyer Valley Allied Health, osteopathy is at the heart of what we do — combining traditional hands-on care with a modern understanding of the body’s complex systems. Our osteopaths take the time to understand not just where you hurt, but why — working with your whole body, not just a single symptom.

We offer a gentle, skilled approach that’s suitable for people of all ages — from newborns to older adults — and tailor each treatment to your individual needs and goals.

A woman lying down receiving neck osteopathy from a person whose hands are visible.

What is Osteopathy?

Osteopathy is a regulated, government-recognised form of allied health care that focuses on how your bones, muscles, fascia, nerves, and organs work together. It is built on the principle that the body is a self-healing, self-regulating system — and when the structure moves well, the function improves.

Osteopaths use a combination of:

  • Gentle hands-on techniques such as joint mobilisation, cranial work, visceral (organ-related) techniques, stretching, and soft tissue release

  • Postural and functional assessments to understand how your body is compensating or adapting

  • Breathing and movement retraining, where relevant

  • Exercise, rehab and lifestyle guidance to support lasting recovery

We are trained to recognise when referral or collaborative care is needed and work closely with other health professionals to support you fully.

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Our Approach

We know that many of our clients have tried everything — or feel like they’re just being told to “stretch more” or “relax.” At Lockyer Valley Allied Health, we do things differently.

  • We offer longer appointments so we don’t rush

  • We explain what we’re doing — and why

  • We create realistic plans that work around your life

  • We treat you like a whole person, not a body part

Our care is trauma-informed, respectful, and based on strong therapeutic relationships. Whether you're coming in for a one-off treatment or long-term care, you’ll be seen, heard, and supported.

Common Conditions We Treat

  • Neck, shoulder and back pain

  • Headaches and jaw dysfunction (TMJ)

  • Pelvic girdle and hip pain

  • Postnatal recovery and c-section scar support

  • Prolapse, incontinence, and pelvic floor dysfunction

  • Feeding issues in babies (including tongue tie support)

  • Recurrent musculoskeletal strain and workplace injury

  • Chronic pain syndromes and fatigue-related conditions

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Who We Help

Our osteopaths have a particular passion for working with:

💠 Pelvic & Women’s Health

We support women at every stage — from menstruation to menopause, and everything in between. Our pelvic health approach is gentle and non-invasive, supporting issues such as pelvic pain, prolapse, incontinence, pregnancy and postpartum recovery.

👶 Babies & Children

Using extremely gentle techniques, we work with infants and children experiencing feeding challenges, reflux, unsettled behaviour, birth trauma, musculoskeletal tension, and developmental concerns. Our approach is informed by extensive post-graduate training in paediatrics, lactation, and tongue tie support.

🌀 Chronic Pain, Fatigue, POTS, MCAS, EDS

We specialise in working with people living with complex and multi-system conditions — especially when other providers haven’t been able to connect the dots. Our care is slow, supportive, and informed by up-to-date research in connective tissue disorders, dysautonomia, and neuroimmune function.

💪 Injury, Rehab & Recovery

Whether you’re recovering from injury, managing work-related pain, or trying to get back to moving well after surgery or illness, our osteopaths can help. We use hands-on care alongside rehabilitation in our small on-site gym, including Pilates-based exercises and strength work tailored to you.

A person giving a massage to a client lying face down, with focus on their hands on the client's back.