We have recently moved (July 2011).

Our new address is:

We hope you enjoy our new location!

Welcome to Sutherland Osteopathy and Acupuncture

At Sutherland Osteopathy and Acupuncture we have a genuine interest in your health and well-being.  Our aim is to have you feeling better and functioning better after every treatment.

We treat a wide variety of people, from different age groups, vocations and recreational activities. We can discuss which modailty best suits your needs and personal preferences.  Our patients present with complaints such as:  

• Musculoskeletal Conditions:  Muscle and joint pain, osteoarthritis (OA), rheumatoid arthritis (RA), sports injuries, back and neck pain, post-operative pain and rehabilitation, tennis/golfers elbow, and fibromyalgia etc.
• Neurological Conditions:  Sciatica, trigeminal neuralgia, problems related to nerve compression, and Bell’s Palsy.
• Gynaecological Problems: painful menstruation, irregular menstrual cycle, PMS, and symptoms associated with menopause.
• Pregnancy and Labour:  Infertility, pregnancy related pains, morning sickness, labour pain, induction of labour, and IVF Suport
• Gastrointestinal Disorders:  Nausea, vomiting, irritable bowel syndrome, constipation, diarrhoea, ulcers, ulcerative colitis, and loss of appetite.
• Paediatric Complaints:  reflux, digestive health, bedwetting, insomnia, and frequent colds.
• Ear, nose & throat disorders:  sinusitis, rhinitis, tonsillitis, sore throat, tinnitus, and Meniere’s disease.
• Urogenital disorders:  eg retained urine, urinary tract infections, and prostatitis.
• Addictions:  eg smoking and drug withdrawals.
• Other:  cold and influenza, cough, headaches and migraines, allergies, anxiety, gout, insomnia and fatigue, skin disorders and more.

Do I need a referral?

No.  You don’t need a referral to see an Osteopath or Acupuncturist, however your GP may give you a referral containing relevant information to aid in your treatment process.

If you fill the criteria for the Enhanced Primary Care (EPC)  Program, a referral from your GP with a Care Plan is essential.  Once on this program, your will receive a rebate from Medicare Australia for five (5) Osteopathic treatments per calendar year.

Is Osteopathy and Acupuncture Treatment Covered By My Private Health Insurance?

Yes. Osteopathy and Acupuncture are covered by Private Health cover, but call your fund to confirm your eligibility and level of coverage.  For your convenience we have a HICAPS terminal at our clinic so you will be able to make an instant claim and only have to pay the gap.

What is the Australian Osteopathic Association?

The Australian Osteopathy Association (AOA) is the peak body representing the interests of osteopaths and their patient’s right to access osteopathic services. The AOA is a national organisation with state and territory based councils.  The AOA is a member of the Osteopathic International Alliance.  

The AOA's core work is liaising with state and federal government, all other statutory bodies regarding professional, educational, legislative and regulatory issues as well as private enterprise.  Their role is also to increase awareness of osteopathy and what osteopaths’ do.  

AOA members are committed to the concept of continuing professional education and the AOA requires all members to comply with our standards. The AOA signifies a standard of professional and ethical behaviour over and above the requirements of registration.  Kerrin, Nicole and Haleema are all AOA members.

Osteopathy is not an alternative health option – osteopaths are university trained, government registered, allied health professionals.   

What is the AACMA?

The Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Association Ltd (AACMA) is the leading national professional association of acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioners.  Rachael is  member of the AACMA.

High standards of education and practice are maintained by AACMA accredited practitioners due to the profession's determination to provide excellence in acupuncture and TCM health care.  AACMA members are bound to a high standard of ethical and professional conduct through adherence to our national practitioner accreditation standards, Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.

All AACMA practitioner members are accredited with the Australian Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner Accreditation Board, established by AACMA in 2003 with the support of the Commonwealth Complementary Therapies Funding Program. 

At Sutherland Osteopathy and Acupuncture, we enjoy our work life and strive to make our clinic an enjoyable and friendly place to be.