We would love to welcome Grace practising Fridays!
Osteo at Yamba will assist your whole family in Relieving Pain Restoring Function Renewing Hope.
Osteopathy Treatments
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Osteopaths in Australia are government registered practitioners who complete a minimum of 5yrs University training in anatomy, physiology, general medical diagnosis and Osteopathic techniques. Osteopaths are trained to diagnose not only musculoskeletal problems but also when to recognise when medical referral is required.
Osteopaths take a thorough medical history and physical examination of the whole body so as to find the cause of ones presenting symptoms. This is because a structural problem in one area of the body can affect mobility and lead to pain and dysfunction in another area of the body.
Osteopathy involves safe hands on treatment including massage, stretching and manipulation to help mobilise joints, release tight muscles and realign the spine.
Treatment also involves the prescription of appropriate exercises as well as ergonomic and postural advice.
After an Osteopathic treatment patients often feel lighter, have less tension and generally have freer movements. For 24hrs some people experience mild soreness as the biomechanical adjustments take place. This is similar to the pain experienced after exercise
This involves inserting acupuncture needles into trigger points (knots) in tight muscles. This causes a twitch response and helps reduce muscle tension and myofascial dysfunction. Can be done in conjunction with Osteopathic treatments or on its own.
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Our mission is to put your healing needs first. Together Mark and Jennifer provides personally tailored Osteopathic treatments to reduce pain, recover from injuries and improve mobility. Osteo at Yamba's goal is to make you feel better as quickly as possible.
At Osteo at Yamba we offer a broad array of Osteopathic knowledge geared to address today’s most common illnesses and injuries. We know there is no such thing as one-size-fits-all cure, so we never use a one-size-fits-all approach to your diagnosis and treatment.
Neck and back pain
Headaches and Migraines
Knee, Hip and Shoulder pain
Sciatica
Slipped Discs
Pregnancy related pain, both pre and post birth
Repetitive strain injuries
Tennis elbow
Arthritis
and many other conditions.
Mark graduated from Southern Cross University (SCU) in Lismore with a Master of Osteopathic Medicine and a Bachelor in Clinical Sciences. He also has a Diploma on Holistic Kinesiology.
Mark initially worked in the construction industry. After suffering from numerous work and sports injuries he became intrigued about illness and injury and the body’s structural link that causes these issues. Mark travelled and worked overseas before returning home to study Osteopathy in Lismore. He has spent years working in Osteopathic practices in the Illawarra and Western Sydney regions while being mentored by very experienced Osteopaths. Mark his wife Emma Lani and 3 children Indigo, Oaka and Atmos Blue have moved to Yamba in the Clarence Valley region over 6 years now.
Our family has called Yamba home for over 6 years now . We love spending time at the beaches, surfing, skating, swimming, local markets and riding our bikes around, exploring Yamba and camping in our caravan in the Clarence Valley. You will meet most of the family in the clinic especially on school holidays as the clinic is so close to the skatepark to keep them entertained. My amazing wife Emma lani helping me with all things Osteo at Yamba! Atmos blue our 6 year old is now in Grade 1 in with his big sister Oaka who is 11 in Grade 5 at Yamba Public School. Our eldest boy Indigo 15 in Year 9 at Maclean High and loving all things school and Music.
The past couple years we are lucky enough to have expanded our clinic with more practitioners and days to suit everybody's needs.
Mark with Osteopathy on having Mondays, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday's.
Jennifer with Osteopathy on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Grace Fridays.
Jennifer has trained and practiced in all areas of osteopathy and treats a wide range of conditions using gentle structural techniques and cranial osteopathy. Jennifer has great experience and a passion for treating issues related to women’s health including pregnancy, postnatal care and treatment of babies and children.
After graduating from the British School of Osteopathy Jennifer practiced in clinics within London and Northampton gaining valuable experience in both structural and cranial aspects of osteopathy before coming to live and work in Australia in 2008 where she worked in practices in Balmain, Leichhardt and Surry Hills.
After spending 11 years in Sydney Jennifer and husband Matt relocated to Yamba with their young children for a sea change and to be closer to family.
Grace graduated from Southern Cross University with a Bachelor of Health Science (Osteopathic Studies) and a Master of Osteopathic Medicine.
As a dedicated and compassionate Osteopath, she focuses on improving the health and well-being of patients of all ages. Grace takes a holistic, patient-centered approach, treating the body as an interconnected whole and tailoring her treatments to support each individual’s healing process.
She uses hands-on techniques to relieve pain, enhance functionality, and improve quality of life. Her methods include soft tissue massage, gentle joint movement, muscle energy techniques, myofascial release, and manipulation, along with kinesiology taping. Grace also emphasises patient education and management plans, encouraging them to take an active role in their health.
Her specific interests include treating musculoskeletal conditions, sports injuries, managing chronic pain, and balancing the nervous system.
Outside of her work, Grace enjoys health and fitness, travelling, and spending time outdoors.