What is osteopathy?
Osteopathy is a university-trained healthcare profession focused on the diagnosis and management of musculoskeletal conditions. Osteopaths use hands-on techniques, movement assessment and rehabilitation strategies to support mobility, reduce discomfort and improve functional capacity.
What conditions do osteopaths commonly assist with?
Osteopathy commonly assists with a range of musculoskeletal presentations, including:
Back and neck discomfort
• Joint stiffness
• Muscle strains and ligament sprains
• Sports and activity-related injuries
• Shoulder pain or reduced shoulder movement
• Hip and knee concernsHeadaches associated with neck tension
• Postural or desk-related musculoskeletal discomfort
• Work-related musculoskeletal complaints
• Running or gym-related overuse presentations
• Age-related mobility concerns
• Reduced flexibility or movement restriction
Care is tailored to each individual following a comprehensive assessment and may include manual therapy, movement advice and rehabilitation strategies.
Do you do home visit osteopathy?
Yes. Mobility Osteopathy provides professional home visit osteopathy services, bringing assessment and treatment directly to your home. All necessary equipment is provided.
Home visits are ideal for busy professionals, young busy families, older adults, and individuals seeking convenient, personalised care.
What areas do you service?
Mobility Osteopathy provides home visits across Melbourne’s inner south-east, including the City of Glen Eira, City of Stonnington, City of Bayside and City of Port Phillip.
This includes the suburbs of:
Bayside: Beaumaris, Black Rock, Brighton, Brighton East, Cheltenham, Hampton, Hampton East, Highett, and Sandringham.
Glen Eira: Bentleigh, Bentleigh East, Carnegie, Caulfield, Caulfield East, Caulfield North, Caulfield South, Elsternwick, Gardenvale, Glen Huntly, McKinnon, Murrumbeena, Ormond, St Kilda East.
Port Phillip: Albert Park, Balaclava, Elwood, Middle Park, Port Melbourne, Ripponlea, South Melbourne, South Wharf, Southbank, St Kilda, St Kilda East, St Kilda West, Windsor.
Stonnington: Armadale, Kooyong, Malvern, Malvern East, Prahran, Toorak, Glen Iris, South Yarra, and Windsor.
For more information, including maps of service areas, see our home visits page.
What happens during a home visit appointment?
Your appointment typically includes:
• A detailed case history
• Physical assessment and movement evaluation
• Explanation of clinical findings
• Hands-on treatment where appropriate
• Individualised management advice and exercises
Appointments usually run for 30–45 minutes.
What do I need to prepare for a home visit appointment?
Just so you know, very little preparation is required. A small, clear space (approximately 2m x 3m) is usually sufficient.
Wearing comfortable clothing that allows movement assessment is recommended. If you have relevant scans or reports, these can also be helpful to bring to the appointment.
Filling out a consent document is a must before examination or treatment.
How much does a consultation cost?
Consultations are $95 per session.
A receipt is provided following your appointment which may be used for private health insurance or other eligible claims.
Can I claim private health insurance?
If you have extras cover for osteopathy, you may be eligible for a rebate depending on your level of cover. Please check with your health fund regarding eligibility.
Do you accept NDIS clients?
Yes. Self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants are welcome.Please contact Mobility Osteopathy if you require further information regarding NDIS appointments.
Can osteopathy be claimed through Medicare?
Osteopathy may be eligible under a GP-managed Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plan. Please speak with your GP to determine eligibility and obtain a referral if appropriate.
Do I need a referral to see an osteopath?
No referral is required to book an appointment with an osteopath.However, a referral may be required when claiming under certain schemes such as Medicare CDM plans or other compensation programs.
Is osteopathy safe?
Osteopaths in Australia are registered with the Osteopathy Board of Australia and regulated by AHPRA. Treatment approaches are adapted to suit individual presentations, clinical indications and patient comfort.
Do you work with athletes or active individuals?
Yes. Mobility Osteopathy supports recreational and community-level athletes with assessment, manual therapy and movement-based rehabilitation.
Meir has worked with athletes from the AJAX football club for 3 years.
How do I book an appointment?
Appointments can be booked online or by contacting Mobility Osteopathy directly.