Frequently Asked Questions

It is important to bring along any x-rays, scans or other test results to assist with your osteopathic treatment. Treatment is mostly performed fully clothed, and to assist your comfort, it is recommended that you wear loose pants or bring a pair of shorts to change into. Often at an initial consultation, it may be necessary to undress to your underwear for examination. As your comfort is our number one priority, this is completely optional and will be discussed with you prior to your examination.

It’s advisable to arrive 15 minutes prior to your initial appointment time, as you will need to fill out some paperwork. Under the law, an osteopath needs to obtain your consent to treat you, so you will be asked to sign an ‘informed consent’ form. You will have the time to discuss any questions that you may have with your osteopath.

Your osteopath will ask questions about your presenting complaint and symptoms. They may also ask questions regarding your medical history (including any injuries or traumas), any medications that you take, or other questions that may not seem directly related to your problem. This is because osteopaths view the body as an integrated system, and are skilled at problem-solving the underlying cause(s) of your symptoms.

Your osteopath will then conduct an examination that may involve diagnostic, orthopaedic or neurological tests, postural assessments and activities or exercises, which will help determine how best to manage your condition.

As osteopathy takes a holistic approach to treatment, your osteopath may look at other areas of your body, including the one(s) that is troubling you. For example, if you have a sore knee, they may also look at your ankle, pelvis and back.

Your osteopath may also provide education and advice to help manage your condition between treatments. This may include giving you exercises to do at home or work.

Yes. At Bardon Osteopathy Brisbane, we use the gentlest techniques to get the best results. We discuss all available treatment options with you and together choose what will work best.

Most treatments are performed fully clothed. Occasionally it may be required to remove your shirt only (pants are always left on) to perform some massage/soft tissue techniques. If this is an option, your practitioner will discuss it with you and if you feel comfortable, a gown will be provided for modesty purposes.

Yes, osteopathy is an excellent treatment option for babies & children. We use gentle, precise and experienced techniques to ease any tensions. This often results in babies and children feeling very relaxed afterwards.

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Yes, most definitely. As we use gentle techniques to achieve the best results, osteopathic treatment is an ideal option for pregnancy-related issues.

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For more on osteopathy, please visit Osteopathy Australia’s website:

http://www.osteopathy.org.au 

Yes, under the Chronic Disease Management (CDM) Plan, you are entitled to up toFIVE osteopathatic treatments per calender year. You will need a referral from your GP for this plan.

Please feel free to contact us for more information if required.

Our osteopaths are registered with the above providers. You will need a referral from your GP for DVA or WorkCover claims.

Please feel free to contact us for more information if required.

Yes, we have HICAPS to process private health fund payments, and Medicare rebates under the CDM plan. We have EFTPOS to process any other payments. We currently don’t except American Express.

Yes. At Bardon Osteopathy Brisbane, we use the gentlest techniques to get the best results. We discuss all available treatment options with you and together choose what will work best.

Most treatments are performed fully clothed. Occasionally it may be required to remove your shirt only (pants are always left on) to perform some massage/soft tissue techniques. If this is an option, your practitioner will discuss it with you and if you feel comfortable, a gown will be provided for modesty purposes.

Yes, osteopathy is an excellent treatment option for babies & children. We use gentle, precise and experienced techniques to ease any tensions. This often results in babies and children feeling very relaxed afterwards.

CLICK HERE for more information.

Yes, most definitely. As we use gentle techniques to achieve the best results, osteopathic treatment is an ideal option for pregnancy-related issues.