New Patients
Are you suffering with pain? Do you have an injury that needs the appropriate assessment and management? At The Reform Lab Osteopathy we are here to provide you with the support and reassurance that you need. We don’t only want you to feel better, we want you to live better!
We provide osteopathy services, which begin with us listening to your complete pain/ or injury story. We then perform a relevant clinical examination to see how your whole body is moving. This is part of osteopathy’s holistic approach to treatment and management.
Once we have given you a relevant diagnosis and prognosis, we discuss your treatment and management plan, with us actually listening to what you want.
Why The Reform Lab Osteopathy?
The Reform Lab Osteopathy prides itself on evidence based treatment. What does this mean? Well basically it means that we are not going to provide you with advice that has been outdated and proven to be incorrect/unhelpful to bettering your health. It also means the treatment that we provide is going to be tailored to you and based off the best available research.
We also are located in the brand new elite exercise and health facility Project Reform! Having access to a large range of exercise equipment, not only gives us plenty of exercise options. It also allows us to guide you through your exercises and ensure you are doing them correctly.
Our Brisbane osteopath provides a point of difference. At The Reform Lab Osteopathy our osteo also has an additional qualification in strength and conditioning. This means that he understands the principles of movement and how to function at a high level. The addition of having this qualification can give you confidence that we are here to help you feel and live better for the long term. It also means that if you a sporting/recreational athlete, our Brisbane osteo is trained to not only rehabilitate but improve your athletic capabilities so you can perform at your best.
Project Reform also frequently gets elite professional athletes walking and training in the facility. So if you are lucky enough you may get a glimpse of some of your sporting heroes.
The Reform Lab Osteopathy’s values
Education - We aim to make you an expert on your condition.
Goals - What are your goals? How can we help you achieve them?
Providing reassurance, support and guidance.
Helping you become resilient, robust and confident to function.
Reducing the need of hands on treatment long term!
What can you expect from your Initial Appointment?
For your osteopath to listen to your story and the details of what has or may have caused your pain or injury
An appropriate examination investigating the cause and contributing factors for your pain/injury - As osteopaths we do not just look at the location of pain, we look at the bigger picture
A detailed educational explanation on your diagnosis and the factors likely contributing
We discuss the relevant treatment options available and management plan - This will ultimately be determined by your individual goals and preferences
Hands on manual therapy and guided exercise rehabilitation - This depends on what treatment option you want
Evidenced based exercise rehabilitation and advice to take home - We want you achieving your goals!
What Is Osteopathy?
Osteopathy is a form of allied health medicine that seeks to optimise the body’s natural healing ability. Osteopaths are allied health professionals (5 years university trained) who focus on the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions/injuries.
Osteopaths have an expertise in pain/injury diagnosis and management. They often utilise manual therapy techniques to help assist the body feel its best self. Their holistic approach aims to modulate pain/tension via manual therapy, mobilisations, spinal manipulation, exercise rehabilitation and education.
What Should I Wear To My Appointment?
Importantly, wear clothes that make you feel comfortable. However, wearing loose gym clothing is recommended.
Will I Need To Undress?
At times your osteopath will need access to regions for either assessment or treatment. However, removal of clothing is typically done to a minimum and towels will be offered so that you can drape yourself to your comfort while the osteopath leaves the room.
Importantly, if you are uncomfortable with removing any clothing then you can state so.
Do I Need A Referral From My Doctor?
You do not need a referral from your doctor to see an osteopath. However, if you are receiving treatment covered via WorkCover or DVA, then we need approval of treatment from your third-party and GP.
Do You Accept Private Health Funds?
Yes we do and we have a HICAPS machine where you will only have to pay the gap fee. Depending on your health fund and level of cover, your gap fee will vary. We do not know how much of a rebate your health fund will cover. You can check with your health fund prior to attending your appointment if necessary.
Do You Accept DVA Or Workcover Referrals?
Yes we do! For DVA there is no out of pocket costs. Workcover out of pocket costs are only $3 for subsequent appointments.
Do You Accept Medicare Care Plans From My GP?
We accept care plans that have been arranged from your GP for osteopathy services at our clinic. You just need to provide the signed EPC form from your doctor to your appointment. Please note that Medicare only rebate $60.35 dollars of the consultation fee. There is a gap fee that applies (Initial appointment = $54.65 & Subsequent appointment = $44.65). To get your rebate, you will need to bring your Medicare card and a debit card with a cheque or savings account.
What Is the Parking Like?
We know the feeling, new to somewhere and don’t know the parking situation. It certainly can be stressful. However, we have a number of car parks available in the gym itself which are available to use. Street parking on the right side of Wellington road is free and available before 4pm. Whilst the left side of Wellington road is free to park from 10am onwards. Parking is never an issue due to the abundance of street parking.