Osteopaths complete a 5 year full time University degree that leads to a Bachelor/Masters qualification. Our training covers Osteopathic technique, anatomy, physiology, pathology, radiology, biomechanics, general medical and orthopaedic assessment and diagnosis. They are government registered healthcare providers registered to treat WorkCover, TAC and Veterans’ Affairs patients. Osteopaths are trained to recognise conditions which require medical referral or referral to another Allied Health practitioner.
Osteopathy has been practised for more than 100 years in Australia. Globally it is now widely recognised as one of the most scientifically validated and effective complementary therapies. Notably, the World Health Organisation recognises the osteopathic concept of somatic dysfunction as being scientifically proven.
Research on Osteopathy is undertaken continuously in Australia and abroad. Findings and outcomes from this research, published in the International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine, sustain the growth and development of the profession.
Osteopaths in Australia are nationally registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Osteopathy Australia (OA) acts as the national professional body representing Osteopaths. The Osteopaths at Canterbury Health Hub are both registered with the Osteopathy Board of Australia associated with AHPRA and are members of OA.
Furthermore, the Osteopaths at Canterbury Health Hub regularly complete further Professional Development (PD) and post graduate study.