Osteopath Port Melbourne
If you regularly experience pain or discomfort after playing sport, sitting at your work desk for long hours or as a consequence of your everyday life, then it’s worth having it properly assessed.
At Principle Four Osteopathy, we regularly welcome patients from Port Melbourne who need experienced osteopathic care without having to travel too far from home.
Our Collins Street clinic in the heart of the Melbourne CBD is only a short distance away. So, it is a convenient option for people who live or work in the area or surrounding bayside suburbs.
Please get in touch with us today if you would like to make an appointment.
Who We Help
Our Port Melbourne osteopathy team assesses and manages a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions. They include the following:
Whatever has contributed to your symptoms, our osteopaths will take the time to understand your general health, lifestyle, and goals. Then they will recommend and administer the most appropriate treatment plan for your needs.
Getting to Our Melbourne CBD Clinic from Port Melbourne
If you are visiting our Collins Street clinic from Port Melbourne, you can easily do this by tram, car or bicycle.
Route 109 tram runs from Port Melbourne through the city and stops within a short walk of Collins Street. Depending on where you board, the transit generally takes around 20 to 25 minutes if traffic is good.
If you’re driving, then the journey should take around 15 minutes outside of rush hour via City Road or the West Gate Freeway and Kings Way. Once you arrive, you’ll find metered parking nearby, along with several secure public parking stations within walking distance of our clinic.
Should you want to come to our location by bike, there are also several cycling routes connecting Port Melbourne with the CBD.
Our Approach
We understand that every patient who walks through our doors is unique. That’s why we take the time to fully understand what’s contributing to their symptoms before discussing the most appropriate treatment options.
At Principle Four Osteopathy, we accept both direct bookings and referrals through Medicare Chronic Disease Management plans, WorkCover, DVA and TAC. Initially, our osteopaths will conduct a detailed assessment of your health. After which, they will develop a personalised management plan that may include the following:
- Hands-on osteopathic treatment
- Rehabilitation exercises
- Movement and posture advice
- Education to support long-term self-management
Our osteopaths are also qualified strength and conditioning coaches, which enables them to integrate rehabilitation and exercise into your care where appropriate.
What to Expect at Your First Visit
Your first appointment gives us the opportunity to gain a thorough understanding of what type of pain you are experiencing and where it’s coming from.
During it, your osteopath will ask you a series of questions about your symptoms, medical history, work and daily activities. Then they will complete a physical assessment of the painful area.
Once they have done this, they will explain what they’ve found, answer your questions and discuss a personalised treatment plan. If needed, they can also begin treatment in your initial appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is your clinic convenient for people living in Port Melbourne?
Do I need to stop exercising before seeing an osteopath?
Can I use private health insurance for my appointment?
If your extras cover includes osteopathy, you may be able to claim a rebate from your private health insurer. We also accept eligible Medicare Chronic Disease Management referrals, along with TAC, DVA and WorkCover where applicable.
Book a Consultation
If you live or work in Port Melbourne and are looking for an osteopath service that’s easy to reach, our team are ready to help.
You can use this online form to book an appointment or contact us to find out more about how we can help you, as well as our fees and rebates.
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