CLAIRE HEWITT OSTEO
OUR APPROACH
Osteopathy is a form of manual medicine which recognises the important link between the structure of the body and the way it functions. Osteopaths assist healing by focusing on how the skeleton, joints, muscles, nerves, circulation, connective tissue and internal organs function together as a holistic unit.
Using skilled evaluation, diagnosis and a wide range of hands-on techniques, osteopaths can identify important types of dysfunction in your body. Osteopathic treatment uses techniques such as stretching and massage for general treatment of the soft tissues (muscles, tendons and ligaments) along with mobilisation and manipulation of specific joints and soft tissues using direct or indirect techniques.
A HOLISTIC TREATMENT
As osteopathy takes a holistic approach to treatment, your practitioner may look at other parts of your body, as well as the area that is troubling you. For example, if you have a sore knee, your osteopath may also look at your ankle, pelvis and back.
After treatment you may feel tired and need to rest. It is best to avoid strenuous exercise or work. Some people experience mild soreness for a day or two after treatment, similar to that felt after mild exercise. If this soreness persists or increases significantly, call your osteopath to discuss your concerns.
Generally you would expect to see some changes in your symptoms after one or two visits; however, some long-term or chronic conditions may require a longer course or more frequent treatment. If you have any concerns, your osteopath will be happy to discuss these with you.
WHAT TO WEAR
As osteopathy is a manual medicine, treatment is hand on, and usually involves moving various parts of your body. Make sure you wear loose, comfortable clothing.
Depending on the area being looked at, it may be necessary to undress down to your underwear.
Please speak to your osteopath if you feel uncomfortable in any way.
Claire Hewitt is a skilled and registered osteopath who completed the 5 year university program, focussing her masters on the field of low back pain.
Most appointments are between 40 - 60 mins. Your initial consultation may be longer than a follow up visit.
CLAIRE HEWITT
ACC & OSTEOPATHY PRICING
Private Pilates/ Osteopathy ACC Surcharge
$88(1hr)
ACC Return Follow Up
$75
Initial Osteopathic Treatment
$120 (60mins)
Return / Follow Up treatment
$100 (45mins)