With one in six people in Australia aged 65 and older and with that number increasing in the coming decades, the care of older adults, both at home and in residential aged care, is a growing area of interest and occupation for osteopaths in Australia. 

As aged Australians overwhelm an already strained general practice and public health support system, there is likely to be an increasing demand for allied health practitioners to ensure adequate standards are achieved for this increasing cohort.

This podcast brings together a special collaboration of minds on the roles, suitability and future of osteopaths in the care of older people and the opportunity for ongoing growth and potential expansion of scope of practice in this domain.

Join Dr Jack Feehan, Vice Chancellor’s Senior Research Fellow RMIT University, Dr Amy Lawton (Osteopath) lecturer and Ph.D. candidate, Dr Danielle Baxter (Osteopath) Ph.D. lecturer and Dr Leo Di Giorgio (Osteopath) as they give their valued insights into this burgeoning health sector.

With one in six people in Australia aged 65 and older and with that number increasing in the coming decades, the care of older adults, both at home and in residential aged care, is a growing area of interest and occupation for osteopaths in Australia.&nbsp;
As aged Australians overwhelm an already strained general practice and public health support system, there is likely to be an increasing demand for allied health practitioners to ensure adequate standards are achieved for this increasing cohort.
This podcast brings together a special collaboration of minds on the roles, suitability and future of osteopaths in the care of older people and the opportunity for ongoing growth and potential expansion of scope of practice in this domain.
Join Dr Jack Feehan, Vice Chancellor&rsquo;s Senior Research Fellow RMIT University, Dr Amy Lawton (Osteopath) lecturer and Ph.D. candidate, Dr Danielle Baxter (Osteopath) Ph.D. lecturer and Dr Leo Di Giorgio (Osteopath) as they give their valued insights into this burgeoning health sector.

Enhancing aged care with osteopathy: roles, benefits and suitability

Kick off our revamped podcast series with a special first full episode celebrating 150 years since Dr A.T. Still pioneered osteopathic medicine.

Join Jason Haxton, MA, DO (h.c.), Director of the Museum of Osteopathic Medicine in Kirksville, Missouri, as he explains Dr Still's understanding of the body, mind and spirit. Through compelling stories and real-life examples, Jason brings to life Dr Still - not just as a healer, but as a visionary teacher.

In this captivating episode of "Foundations of osteopathy: a journey through practice and philosophy", Jason sits down with Stuart Hammond, former osteopath and practitioner member of the Osteopathy Council of NSW. The interview was recorded live during the 2024 Osteopathy Conference in Sydney.

Listen on your preferred platform and be inspired by the journey of osteopathy!

Kick off our revamped podcast series with a special first full episode celebrating 150 years since Dr A.T. Still pioneered osteopathic medicine.
Join Jason Haxton, MA, DO (h.c.), Director of the Museum of Osteopathic Medicine in Kirksville, Missouri, as he explains Dr Still's understanding of the body, mind and spirit. Through compelling stories and real-life examples, Jason brings to life Dr Still - not just as a healer, but as a visionary teacher.
In this captivating episode of "Foundations of osteopathy: a journey through practice and philosophy", Jason sits down with Stuart Hammond, former osteopath and practitioner member of the Osteopathy Council of NSW. The interview was recorded live during the 2024 Osteopathy Conference in Sydney.
Listen on your preferred platform and be inspired by the journey of osteopathy!

Foundations of osteopathy: A journey through practice and philosophy

Osteo Talk is back! Just in time to celebrate the end of the year and 150 years of osteopathy! We’re relaunching with fresh insights, engaging conversations and a spotlight on what’s shaping the future of our profession. Join us as we explore what’s new, what’s next, and everything in between. Let’s talk!

Osteo Talk is back! Just in time to celebrate the end of the year and 150 years of osteopathy! We’re relaunching with fresh insights, engaging conversations and a spotlight on what’s shaping the future of our profession. Join us as we explore what’s new, what’s next, and everything in between. Let’s talk!

Fresh look, big year: Osteo Talk 2024

In this episode, we are joined by Rebecca Malon, a Queensland-based osteopath and clinical nutritionist whose lived experience led her to focus on women’s health. Rebecca has undertaken extensive professional development and is passionate about empowering, educating and caring for women. Rebecca discusses endometriosis, a condition that can have a devastating impact on a woman’s quality of life. With such a wide range of signs and symptoms, it can take time and involve multiple practitioners to put the pieces of the puzzle together on the journey to diagnosis. You may be the first practitioner to recognise the signs and symptoms or be part of a multi-disciplinary team caring for a woman with endometriosis. Whatever the role, you can have a significant impact. 

Rebecca discusses:

What is endometriosis:
- Current understanding of the cause 
- Pain and symptom-generating mechanisms 
- Common signs and symptoms 
- The role of osteopathy in the management of endometriosis 
- The role of central and peripheral sensitisation
- The role of pain education and pain down-regulating training
- The role of the pelvic floor and abdominal diaphragm 
- The role of osteopathic treatment post-surgically

In this episode, we are joined by Rebecca Malon, a Queensland-based osteopath and clinical nutritionist whose lived experience led her to focus on women’s health. Rebecca has undertaken extensive professional development and is passionate about empowering, educating and caring for women. Rebecca discusses endometriosis, a condition that can have a devastating impact on a woman’s quality of life. With such a wide range of signs and symptoms, it can take time and involve multiple practitioners to put the pieces of the puzzle together on the journey to diagnosis. You may be the first practitioner to recognise the signs and symptoms or be part of a multi-disciplinary team caring for a woman with endometriosis. Whatever the role, you can have a significant impact. 
Rebecca discusses:
What is endometriosis: - Current understanding of the cause  - Pain and symptom-generating mechanisms  - Common signs and symptoms  - The role of osteopathy in the management of endometriosis  - The role of central and peripheral sensitisation - The role of pain education and pain down-regulating training - The role of the pelvic floor and abdominal diaphragm  - The role of osteopathic treatment post-surgically

Endometriosis

Dr Rosalba Courtney (Osteopath) discusses symptoms of long-COVID, the viral persistence and pathophysiology of COVID-19, management considerations with long-COVID patients and the role breathing exercises can play.

The content discussed in each episode is the participants' opinion only and should not be used as medical advice.

Dr Rosalba Courtney (Osteopath) discusses symptoms of long-COVID, the viral persistence and pathophysiology of COVID-19, management considerations with long-COVID patients and the role breathing exercises can play.
The content discussed in each episode is the participants' opinion only and should not be used as medical advice.

Long-COVID

Dr Rosalba Courtney (Osteopath) has been driven by curiosity, in particular, discovering why some patients weren’t responding to treatment. That curiosity launched her career into the world of breathing therapy.

Rosalba has undertaken a PhD on the topic and has published works in textbooks and scientific literature. Through her research and clinical experience, Rosalba has developed her own assessment and therapy protocols.

Rosalba is passionate about sharing the healing potential of breathing with her patients and other health professionals. 

In this episode, Rosalba discusses:
her career journey as an osteopath, naturopath, Chinese medicine practitioner and breathing therapist
how she discovered breathing as a missing link in some patients' healing journey
development of the dysfunctional breathing (DB) model and assessment tools through her PhD
the impact of DB on pain and core strength
signs that DB could be playing a fundamental role in a patient’s presentation;
assessment of diaphragm function
manual therapy for the diaphragm


The content discussed in each episode is the participants' opinion only and should not be used as medical advice.

Dr Rosalba Courtney (Osteopath) has been driven by curiosity, in particular, discovering why some patients weren’t responding to treatment. That curiosity launched her career into the world of breathing therapy.
Rosalba has undertaken a PhD on the topic and has published works in textbooks and scientific literature. Through her research and clinical experience, Rosalba has developed her own assessment and therapy protocols.
Rosalba is passionate about sharing the healing potential of breathing with her patients and other health professionals. 
In this episode, Rosalba discusses:
<ul>
<li>her career journey as an osteopath, naturopath, Chinese medicine practitioner and breathing therapist</li>
<li>how she discovered breathing as a missing link in some patients' healing journey</li>
<li>development of the dysfunctional breathing (DB) model and assessment tools through her PhD</li>
<li>the impact of DB on pain and core strength</li>
<li>signs that DB could be playing a fundamental role in a patient’s presentation;</li>
<li>assessment of diaphragm function</li>
<li>manual therapy for the diaphragm</li>
</ul>
 The content discussed in each episode is the participants' opinion only and should not be used as medical advice.

Dysfunctional breathing

For this episode, we hear from the highly knowledgeable and inspiring Dr Wael Mahmoud. Wael had the privilege of learning under some of the great names in osteopathy and has followed in their footsteps, becoming an educator, mentor and passionate practitioner. He is the director of CPD Health Courses and in 2021 published Two Hands: The Gamechanger Guide for Manual Therapists, a book that celebrates the unique gift osteopaths have as manual therapists and how they can thrive as healthcare professionals.

This episode explores:
navigating the role of osteopathy in the current evidence focused world of allied health
supporting our new graduates through mentoring and internships
the importance of communication and ‘treatment room choreography
an osteopathic approach to lateral elbow pain
evidence for dry needling therapy for lateral elbow pain
icing and bracing
natural history and treatment frequency
an osteopathic approach to frozen shoulder; and
the role of postural strain exercises


The content discussed in each episode is the participants' opinion only and should not be used as medical advice.

For this episode, we hear from the highly knowledgeable and inspiring Dr Wael Mahmoud. Wael had the privilege of learning under some of the great names in osteopathy and has followed in their footsteps, becoming an educator, mentor and passionate practitioner. He is the director of <a href="https://www.cpdhealthcourses.com">CPD Health Courses</a> and in 2021 published <a href="https://www.twohandsgamechanger.com/">Two Hands: The Gamechanger Guide for Manual Therapists</a>, a book that celebrates the unique gift osteopaths have as manual therapists and how they can thrive as healthcare professionals.
This episode explores:
<ul>
<li>navigating the role of osteopathy in the current evidence focused world of allied health</li>
<li>supporting our new graduates through mentoring and internships</li>
<li>the importance of communication and ‘treatment room choreography</li>
<li>an osteopathic approach to lateral elbow pain</li>
<li>evidence for dry needling therapy for lateral elbow pain</li>
<li>icing and bracing</li>
<li>natural history and treatment frequency</li>
<li>an osteopathic approach to frozen shoulder; and</li>
<li>the role of postural strain exercises</li>
</ul>
 The content discussed in each episode is the participants' opinion only and should not be used as medical advice.

The role of manual therapy in modern healthcare and an osteopathic approach to lateral elbow pain and frozen shoulder

This episode of Osteo Talk is focused on the often challenging presentation of dizziness.

We are joined by Melbourne based osteopath, Beth Yule. Being a chronic headache sufferer herself gave Beth unique insight into the impact headaches can have on a patient’s quality of life. This inspired Beth to focus her professional development on headache, migraine and vestibular disorders.

Beth now passionately and generously shares her expertise with patients, colleagues and the wider osteopathic community. She solely treats those experiencing chronic headaches, migraines and dizziness disorders at Melbourne Headache Solutions, where she is also Team Leader and Junior Partner. She co-authored the book ‘Solving the Migraine Puzzle - A Comprehensive Guide to Migraine Relief’ and has presented webinars and articles for Osteopathy Australia. 

Beth helps us simplify our approach to dizziness presentations and discusses vestibular migraines and vestibular disorders. We talk about:
what is dizziness
the impact dizziness can have on sufferers and why it can be challenging to diagnose and manage
red flags to be aware of
signs, symptoms, triggers and relieving factors for vestibular migraines and vestibular disorders
how to differentiate between vestibular migraine and vestibular disorder and treatment/management strategies for both
the role of manual therapy


The content discussed in each episode is the participants' opinion only and should not be used as medical advice.

This episode of Osteo Talk is focused on the often challenging presentation of dizziness.
We are joined by Melbourne based osteopath, Beth Yule. Being a chronic headache sufferer herself gave Beth unique insight into the impact headaches can have on a patient’s quality of life. This inspired Beth to focus her professional development on headache, migraine and vestibular disorders.
Beth now passionately and generously shares her expertise with patients, colleagues and the wider osteopathic community. She solely treats those experiencing chronic headaches, migraines and dizziness disorders at Melbourne Headache Solutions, where she is also Team Leader and Junior Partner. She co-authored the book ‘Solving the Migraine Puzzle - A Comprehensive Guide to Migraine Relief’ and has presented webinars and articles for Osteopathy Australia. 
Beth helps us simplify our approach to dizziness presentations and discusses vestibular migraines and vestibular disorders. We talk about:
<ul>
<li>what is dizziness</li>
<li>the impact dizziness can have on sufferers and why it can be challenging to diagnose and manage</li>
<li>red flags to be aware of</li>
<li>signs, symptoms, triggers and relieving factors for vestibular migraines and vestibular disorders</li>
<li>how to differentiate between vestibular migraine and vestibular disorder and treatment/management strategies for both</li>
<li>the role of manual therapy</li>
</ul>
 The content discussed in each episode is the participants' opinion only and should not be used as medical advice.

Dizziness

For this episode, we have the pleasure of hearing from Dr Oliver Thomson (Osteopath), the creator and host of The Words Matter Podcast. Oliver practices as an osteopath in London, where he works in a multidisciplinary clinic.

In addition to his clinical role, he also works as an Associate Professor at the University College of Osteopathy where his main research interests are using qualitative methodologies to understand the clinical reasoning, beliefs and behaviours of health professionals and osteopaths and he has published extensively in these areas. Oliver is also an Associate Editor for the International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine.

He is also host of The Words Matter Podcast where he has critical discussions with leading academic-clinicians across the MSK spectrum on topics related to person-centred care, clinical communication, evidence-based practice and the biopsychosocial model. Oliver also offers 1-2-1 clinical mentoring to osteopaths across the globe and online learning through his Words Matter platform. 

The content discussed in each episode is the opinion of the participants only and should not be used as medical advice.

For this episode, we have the pleasure of hearing from Dr Oliver Thomson (Osteopath), the creator and host of The Words Matter Podcast. Oliver practices as an osteopath in London, where he works in a multidisciplinary clinic.
In addition to his clinical role, he also works as an Associate Professor at the University College of Osteopathy where his main research interests are using qualitative methodologies to understand the clinical reasoning, beliefs and behaviours of health professionals and osteopaths and he has published extensively in these areas. Oliver is also an Associate Editor for the International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine.
He is also host of The Words Matter Podcast where he has critical discussions with leading academic-clinicians across the MSK spectrum on topics related to person-centred care, clinical communication, evidence-based practice and the biopsychosocial model. Oliver also offers 1-2-1 clinical mentoring to osteopaths across the globe and online learning through his <a href="https://%20www.wordsmatter-education.com">Words Matter platform</a>. 
The content discussed in each episode is the opinion of the participants only and should not be used as medical advice.

Asking difficult questions of osteopathy and clinical practice

For this episode, we welcome the highly experienced and respected Dr Nick Brasher. Nick is the owner and principal osteopath at Peak Osteopathy in Hawthorn. For the past 14 years, Nick has also worked as an osteopath with the Western Bulldogs and Collingwood AFL teams.

The focus for this episode is athletic groin pain. Nick draws on his experience working in elite sport and private practice to help us simplify and streamline our approach to this often complex presentation.

Nick discusses:
Important points to cover in our history taking
Approach to assessment: palpation, pain provocation, orthopaedic testing, muscle and movement assessment
The role of movement, co-ordination and biomechanics failures
Creating and reaching short and long term goals
The role of manual therapy
Approach to rehabilitation
Home management, taping and belts
Return to sport 

The content discussed in each episode is the opinion of the participants only and should not be used as medical advice.

For this episode, we welcome the highly experienced and respected Dr Nick Brasher. Nick is the owner and principal osteopath at <a href="https://www.peakosteo.com.au">Peak Osteopathy</a> in Hawthorn. For the past 14 years, Nick has also worked as an osteopath with the Western Bulldogs and Collingwood AFL teams.
The focus for this episode is athletic groin pain. Nick draws on his experience working in elite sport and private practice to help us simplify and streamline our approach to this often complex presentation.
Nick discusses:
<ul>
<li>Important points to cover in our history taking</li>
<li>Approach to assessment: palpation, pain provocation, orthopaedic testing, muscle and movement assessment</li>
<li>The role of movement, co-ordination and biomechanics failures</li>
<li>Creating and reaching short and long term goals</li>
<li>The role of manual therapy</li>
<li>Approach to rehabilitation</li>
<li>Home management, taping and belts</li>
<li>Return to sport&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
The content discussed in each episode is the opinion&nbsp;of the participants only and should not be used as medical advice.

Groin pain in athletes

Osteopathy Australia's Osteo Talk podcasts

After a brief hiatus, Osteo Talk is making a welcome return! This podcast has always been about information and connection – now we are bringing members together through shared stories, professional insights, and engaging conversations.

To better serve our members, we’re introducing exciting changes such as revolving hosts and special interest content. Diversity is one of the strengths of our profession, and by incorporating different hosts, we can ensure the podcast reflects a wide range of experiences, specialties and perspectives – keeping the content dynamic.

Osteopathy Australia's Osteo Talk podcasts will continue to deliver clinically relevant education for osteopaths to learn, connect and collaborate and will now include special interest topics and profiles of many leading osteopaths. .

Each episode will explore real clinical issues through interviews and discussions with top practitioners in Australia and internationally, as well as covering some thought-provoking topics. The aim is to inspire and be inspired by colleagues, helping to grow clinical and business knowledge among osteopaths to ensure better clinical practice. 

This podcast is available free via the Osteopathy Australia website and on the following channels: 

Spotify, Amazon, Apple 

The content discussed in each episode is the opinion of the participants only and should not be used as medical advice. 

Osteopathy Australia's Osteo Talk podcasts
After a brief hiatus, Osteo Talk is making a welcome return! This podcast has always been about information and connection – now we are bringing members together through shared stories, professional insights, and engaging conversations.
To better serve our members, we’re introducing exciting changes such as revolving hosts and special interest content. Diversity is one of the strengths of our profession, and by incorporating different hosts, we can ensure the podcast reflects a wide range of experiences, specialties and perspectives – keeping the content dynamic.
Osteopathy Australia's Osteo Talk podcasts will continue to deliver clinically relevant education for osteopaths to learn, connect and collaborate and will now include special interest topics and profiles of many leading osteopaths. .
Each episode will explore real clinical issues through interviews and discussions with top practitioners in Australia and internationally, as well as covering some thought-provoking topics. The aim is to inspire and be inspired by colleagues, helping to grow clinical and business knowledge among osteopaths to ensure better clinical practice. 
This podcast is available free via the Osteopathy Australia website and on the following channels: 
Spotify, Amazon, Apple 
The content discussed in each episode is the opinion of the participants only and should not be used as medical advice.

Osteo Talk

Foundations of osteopathy: a journey through practice and philosophy

Osteopathy Australia's Osteo Talk podcasts

After a brief hiatus, Osteo Talk is making a welcome return! This podcast has always been about information and connection – now we are bringing members together through shared stories, professional insights, and engaging conversations.

To better serve our members, we’re introducing exciting changes such as revolving hosts and special interest content. Diversity is one of the strengths of our profession, and by incorporating different hosts, we can ensure the podcast reflects a wide range of experiences, specialties and perspectives – keeping the content dynamic.

Osteopathy Australia's Osteo Talk podcasts will continue to deliver clinically relevant education for osteopaths to learn, connect and collaborate and will now include special interest topics and profiles of many leading osteopaths. 

Each episode will explore real clinical issues through interviews and discussions with top practitioners in Australia and internationally and cover some thought-provoking topics. The aim is to inspire and be inspired by colleagues, helping to grow clinical and business knowledge among osteopaths to ensure better clinical practice. 

The content discussed in each episode is the participants' opinion only and should not be used as medical advice.

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Osteopathy Australia's Osteo Talk podcasts
After a brief hiatus, Osteo Talk is making a welcome return! This podcast has always been about information and connection – now we are bringing members together through shared stories, professional insights, and engaging conversations.
To better serve our members, we’re introducing exciting changes such as revolving hosts and special interest content. Diversity is one of the strengths of our profession, and by incorporating different hosts, we can ensure the podcast reflects a wide range of experiences, specialties and perspectives – keeping the content dynamic.
Osteopathy Australia's Osteo Talk podcasts will continue to deliver clinically relevant education for osteopaths to learn, connect and collaborate and will now include special interest topics and profiles of many leading osteopaths. 
Each episode will explore real clinical issues through interviews and discussions with top practitioners in Australia and internationally and cover some thought-provoking topics. The aim is to inspire and be inspired by colleagues, helping to grow clinical and business knowledge among osteopaths to ensure better clinical practice. 
The content discussed in each episode is the participants' opinion only and should not be used as medical advice.

Osteo Talk

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