LEARN MORE ABOUT WHAT TO EXPECT FROM YOUR OSTEOPATHIC
TREATMENT AT HARLEY HOUSE

As we are government-registered primary health providers, you don’t need a
doctor’s referral to see us. Allow about an hour for your first session – we will take
a thorough case history before we treat you.

We don’t routinely send for any imaging (x-rays etc.), we use it only when necessary.
Your osteopath will talk with you about your diagnosis, and discuss a treatment plan
before commencing treatment. Our goal is to work with you to address the cause
of your symptoms. At Harley House we believe that our job is to help you reach
your personal peak musculoskeletal health and performance as quickly as possible.

WHAT CONDITIONS DO OSTEOPATHS TREAT?

Osteopathic treatment may be of benefit for musculoskeletal
conditions including:

  • headache
  • lower back pain, including disc injuries and chronic conditions
  • upper back pain
  • neck pain
  • sports injuries
  • shoulder problems, such as rotator cuff tears and ‘frozen shoulder'
  • elbow and wrist conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome and tennis elbow
  • hip conditions, including FAI
  • acute sprains and strains, including achilles and hamstring sprain/tears
  • back/hip pain during pregnancy and post-natally
  • knee injuries, including meniscal tears
  • foot conditions, such as plantar fasciitis
  • TMJ (jaw) disorders
  • postural and overuse syndromes (RSI)

If you’re not sure whether osteopathic treatment can help with
your particular symptoms, please don’t hesitate to call and ask.


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OTHER FAQ'S

DO I NEED X-RAYS OR OTHER SCANS?

If you have had scans previously, bring the results in with you or forward the report to us. Most patients do not require any imaging—but if your osteopath suspects a specific condition they may refer you directly for x-rays or to a GP for CT/MRI.

WILL PRIVATE HEALTH INSURANCE COVER TREATMENT?

Yes, osteopathy is usually covered under ‘extras’. Different policies give different rebates—you can check with them to find out if there will be a gap.

DO I NEED A REFERRAL?

No—you can see us straight away, without a doctor’s referral.

DO YOU TREAT WORKSAFE/TAC PATIENTS?

Yes we do—you don’t need a GP referral to see us.

WHAT TRAINING DOES AN OSTEOPATH HAVE?

Osteopaths in Australia are government registered, with five years of university training in osteopathic diagnosis and treatment, general medical diagnosis, anatomy, biomechanics, physiology and pathology.