The Osteopath

The Osteopath Life - Science - Wellness

Osteopathy focuses on the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of injuries using a holistic approach to manual and physical therapy. Let us assist you with -
* Neck pain, back pain, sciatic pain, headaches, whiplash and disc injuries
* Seniors - mobility and stability issues, arthritic pain
* Workplace - ergonomics
* Sporting injuries
* Children
* Pregnancy related complaints - back and pelvic pain

All our practitioners are registered witn the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency

HICAPS, DVA, Workcover and medicare referrals accepted

Today we pause to honour everyone affected by cancer: those living with it, those supporting loved ones, and those we re...
04/02/2026

Today we pause to honour everyone affected by cancer: those living with it, those supporting loved ones, and those we remember. 💙

World Cancer Day highlights the importance of early detection, equitable access to care, and the research that continues to advance understanding and treatment. Cancer isn’t a single condition but a complex family of diseases involving changes in cell growth, each with its own pathway and challenges. Awareness helps encourage timely conversations with healthcare professionals and supports the communities working tirelessly in prevention, diagnosis, and care.

At , The Osteopath we stand with all patients, families, and healthcare teams showing strength, compassion, and resilience every day.

You might think you need to run a marathon 🏃‍➡️ or blast through a high-intensity workout for your movement to “count” -...
02/02/2026

You might think you need to run a marathon 🏃‍➡️ or blast through a high-intensity workout for your movement to “count” - and brilliant if you enjoy that - but your body also thrives on the small, surprising stuff.

Mindfully sinking into a squat to pick something up, bear-walking your way up the stairs, or giving your feet a slow stretch before you even step out of bed all help keep your musculoskeletal system mobile and balanced. And if you want a little more, a gentle ten minute stretch session will do you a world of good!

If you’re feeling stiff or out of rhythm, the osteopaths at The Osteopath are here to help support your mobility and ease those daily niggles. Call us on 07 5451 1599 to book an appointment.

What’s your favourite “unexpected movement” during the day?👇

📚 Let’s take a moment to appreciate a word that quietly carries a great deal of biological importance -  lymphatic.The t...
30/01/2026

📚 Let’s take a moment to appreciate a word that quietly carries a great deal of biological importance - lymphatic.

The term comes from the Latin ‘lympha’, meaning water or clear spring. 💧 This root also relates to ‘nymph’, the mythological spirits of water and nature - a poetic nod to the lymphatic system’s clear, fluid-based pathways that move like hidden streams through the body. The adjective ‘lymphaticus’ appeared in medical Latin around the 17th century, and by the eighteenth century physicians were using the “lymphatic system” to describe the network of vessels responsible for fluid balance, immune defence, and waste transport.

Osteopathic techniques work to encourage lymph flow, reduce tissue congestion, and support recovery - a reminder that this “watery” word has powerful clinical relevance.

Even the most clinical terms can have poetic origins! What’s your favourite whacky word fact? Let us know in the comments below. 👇

🎒 Back to School: Start the Year HealthyA new school year is the perfect time to set healthy habits that support your ch...
27/01/2026

🎒 Back to School: Start the Year Healthy

A new school year is the perfect time to set healthy habits that support your child’s growing body. Our osteopaths recommend: keeping backpacks light and well-fitted, encouraging regular movement breaks, and promoting good posture at desks and screens. 🌿

These small adjustments can prevent strain, improve spinal alignment, and support comfortable, efficient movement throughout the day for a healthier, happier school year.

Call The Osteopath on 07 5451 1599 to discuss personalised strategies for a healthy start to the school year.

Closed for Australia day public holiday - Monday 26th Jan.  Visit our website to book online!Reception will reopen tomor...
25/01/2026

Closed for Australia day public holiday - Monday 26th Jan. Visit our website to book online!

Reception will reopen tomorrow at 8.30am 📞

🌿 Your Body Is One Connected SystemThink your ankle doesn’t matter? Think again! A restriction there can subtly change t...
23/01/2026

🌿 Your Body Is One Connected System

Think your ankle doesn’t matter? Think again! A restriction there can subtly change the way you walk, sending ripples of tension up through your knee, hip, spine, and even your shoulder. Over time, these compensations quietly build up - and it doesn’t cause any pain for months or years later, and you can’t even remember the original injury 😅.

Osteopaths assess the entire kinetic chain, identifying hidden restrictions before they cause bigger problems. Addressing tension early helps your muscles, joints, and posture work together smoothly - no wobbling required.

Call The Osteopath on 07 5451 1599 to get your body moving in harmony.

Slouching over your phone? Desk hunched? Sleeping in a twisty tangle? 🛌 These daily habits can stress your muscles and j...
21/01/2026

Slouching over your phone? Desk hunched? Sleeping in a twisty tangle? 🛌 These daily habits can stress your muscles and joints without you realising.

Sometimes simple modifications make all the difference:

1. hold your phone at eye level

2. adjust your chair and monitor height

3. try sleeping with a supportive pillow under your neck.

If small tweaks aren’t enough, an osteopath can assess your posture, release tension, and guide personalised exercises to keep your body moving comfortably 🌿

Call The Osteopath on 07 5451 1599 to book your appointment.



Stiffness, tension, or discomfort in your back or neck can affect how you move and feel each day. But you don’t need to ...
19/01/2026

Stiffness, tension, or discomfort in your back or neck can affect how you move and feel each day. But you don’t need to suffer alone. Our osteopaths use gentle, hands-on techniques to restore movement, release tension, and help your body function more efficiently.

By working with muscles, joints, and connective tissue, osteopathy aims to reduce strain, improve posture, and support your natural healing processes.
Call The Osteopath on 07 5451 1599 to find out how gentle osteopathic care can help you move more comfortably.

Headaches and migraines don’t always start in your head. Subtle restrictions in your spine, joints, or muscles can chang...
16/01/2026

Headaches and migraines don’t always start in your head. Subtle restrictions in your spine, joints, or muscles can change how your body moves, affecting blood flow, nerve signalling, and muscular tension - all of which can trigger pain over time.

Osteopaths assess your body as a connected system, looking for restrictions and imbalances that may contribute to headaches. Gentle, hands-on techniques aim to restore movement, improve circulation, and ease strain - helping your body function more efficiently so you can get back to thinking clearly.

Call The Osteopath on 07 5451 1599 to explore osteopathic support for tension-free, more comfortable days.

Happy Birthday Nichole 🎂 🥳 Wishing you a fun filled day with sunshine and cake! We hope that you are enjoying your trip ...
14/01/2026

Happy Birthday Nichole 🎂 🥳 Wishing you a fun filled day with sunshine and cake! We hope that you are enjoying your trip down south.

You are a wonderful addition to our practice, and we look forward to the year ahead.

Heading into 2026 with the same wonderful crew of Osteopaths, Massage therapist, receptionists and a fresh new paint job...
13/01/2026

Heading into 2026 with the same wonderful crew of Osteopaths, Massage therapist, receptionists and a fresh new paint job on the outside.

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🌀 Thoracic Spine Rotation StretchFeeling stiff in your upper back from sitting or hunching over screens? Here’s a quick ...
12/01/2026

🌀 Thoracic Spine Rotation Stretch

Feeling stiff in your upper back from sitting or hunching over screens? Here’s a quick way to loosen things up.

Sit or stand tall, cross your arms, and slowly rotate your upper body side to side.

💡 Why it works: This gentle movement improves thoracic spinal mobility, relieves stiffness, and helps your shoulders and ribcage move more freely. Even short daily sessions can make a noticeable difference in posture and comfort.

What’s your favourite stretch when you feel the weight of the world on you? Let us know in the comments 👇.

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74A Wises Road
Maroochydore, QLD
4558

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Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 7pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm
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