Osteopathy
Osteopathy is a form of manual medicine used to treat altered health states/specific conditions/impairments/injuries and their relationship to total body function. Book a consultation at EVOLVE HEALTH ILLAWARRA to find out more about general Osteopathic Medicine.
What is Osteopathy?
"Osteo" is a form of manual medicine used to treat altered health states/specific conditions/impairments/injuries and their relationship to total body function. The skilled practitioner uses a 'hands on' approach in assessment, including neuro-orthopeadic testing, in the formation of a medical diagnosis. Treatment is then based on this diagnosis and can range from subtle ligamentous balancing to more direct muscle stretching and joint mobilization.
FAQ'S
DO I NEED A GP REFERRAL LETTER?
Osteopaths treat a variety of conditions from all body systems/areas including the spine, joints, muscles, nerves, circulatory and other systemic systems.
Most people present to an osteopath with acute or ongoing pain, but it is not a requirement.
People often seek osteopathic treatment when feeling restricted in movement, unbalanced, tired, and stressed.
Commonly osteopaths are seen when more common physical therapies have provided limited relief due to their 'total body' approach.
WHEN SHOULD I SEE A OSTEOPATH?
Osteopaths treat a variety of conditions from all body systems/areas including the spine, joints, muscles, nerves, circulatory and other systemic systems.
Most people present to an osteopath with acute or ongoing pain, but it is not a requirement.
People often seek osteopathic treatment when feeling restricted in movement, unbalanced, tired, and stressed.
Commonly osteopaths are seen when more common physical therapies have provided limited relief due to their 'total body' approach.
OSTEOPATHIC PRINCIPLES
Osteopaths treat a variety of conditions from all body systems/areas including the spine, joints, muscles, nerves, circulatory and other systemic systems.
Most people present to an osteopath with acute or ongoing pain, but it is not a requirement.
People often seek osteopathic treatment when feeling restricted in movement, unbalanced, tired, and stressed.
Commonly osteopaths are seen when more common physical therapies have provided limited relief due to their 'total body' approach.
Our team
Our osteopathy team at EVOLVE HEALTH ILLAWARRA combines extensive experience with a personalised approach to support your health and well-being. We work with you to create tailored treatment plans that address your unique needs and help you achieve optimal body function.
LACHLAN MCGREGOR
Osteopath
Dr. Lachlan McGregor has been a practitioner in the Illawarra for over 15 years. Dr. McGregor has both a Masters Degree in Osteopathic Medicine, completed in 2008, and a Masters Degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology, completed in 2022. He also has additional qualifications in Workplace Ergonomic Assessment and Manual Handling, Musculoskeletal Acupuncture/Dry Needling, DMA Clinical Pilates and Kineso-taping.
Dr. Mcgregor is skilled in the diagnosis, treatment and management of numerous medical conditions and altered health states ranging from headache to sporting injuries.
Dr. Mcgregor takes an evidenced based structural approach to the osteopathic medicine he provides with a particular focus on movement mechanics and lifestyle interactions.
When not in the clinic you can find Lachlan spending time with his beautiful wife Courtney and his loved daughters Willow and Adeline.
DR NIKELA COULTER
Osteopath
Originally from a small country town in NSW, Nikela grew up with a very active lifestyle playing any team sports available. Her own injuries eventually lead her towards Osteopathy.
Nikela decided to follow her healthcare passion and begin her osteopathic studies at Southern Cross University in Lismore. Since completing her studies, Nikela worked and lived the city life in Sydney, moved across to WA for some West Coast sunsets before returning East to Wollongong to be closer to family and friends.
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Nikela is eager to treat patients of all ages and all healthcare needs. She has a new found interest in Women’s Health, including pregnancy and postpartum. She also has an interest in TMJ related pain, neck pain and headaches. Using a range of soft tissue techniques, joint mobilisation, dry needling, stretching and rehabilitation advice, Nikela can assist in getting you pain free and returning to your daily activities. Nikela is passionate about working with patients to create an individual, goal-oriented treatment plan in order to achieve success.
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TARA BAIN
Osteopath
Tara is a born and raised Wollongong girl who moved down to Melbourne to complete her studies in Osteopathy. After graduating from RMIT University with a Bachelor of Health Science/Bachelor of Applied Science (Osteopathy) with distinction, she moved back to Wollongong to kick start her career.
Tara is a passionate osteopath who aims to have a positive impact on the overall quality of life of her patients. She likes to use a wide range of hands-on techniques to find the treatment style best suited to the individual, as well as using education and discussion around lifestyle to aim for the best outcomes.
Tara has also completed post-graduate training in myofascial dry needling and cupping (level 1).
Tara’s favourite part of being an osteopath is meeting people from all walks of life and coming together to work on their health goals. She loves getting to know her patients along the way and brings enthusiasm and encouragement to every consultation.
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