YOUR OSTEOPATH

Dr Wei Yng Chua, Osteopath
B.App.Sc.(Comp Med), M.Ost, 
Member of Osteopathy Australia

Dr Wei Yng Chua graduated with a Master in Osteopathy from RMIT University in 2009. Since graduating, the majority of her postgraduate training has been in Biodynamic cranial osteopathy. Wei has completed Phase 1 - 9 as well as Pediatrics 1 - 2. She has also started to expand her interest in traditional osteopathic techniques by studying visceral osteopathy (Visceral Manipulation 1, Urogenital training).
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Wei has been practising osteopathy for 10 years, in Australia and Singapore. In that time, she counts herself lucky to have been mentored by senior osteopaths Dr Margaret Matthews and Dr Elissa O'Brien.

Wei has an interest in applying the gentler cranial osteopathic techniques which is suited for all ages or complex conditions. She is passionate about getting people better– especially small people with big personalities!

Wei says, "Taking time out to listen to birdsong lets us pause, take a break and remind ourselves of our connection to nature. In a similar way, osteopathic techniques can help to connect a patient to their original state of health. At Songbird Osteopathy, the patient’s health comes first."

Wei also treats from  Inner West Health Clinic in Seddon on Tuesdays and Friday mornings. She has been teaching and supervising osteopathy students at RMIT University since 2014.

In her spare time, Wei enjoys knitting and cooking. She keeps active with jogging, bouldering and has a nidan in the Japanese martial art aikido.

F.A.Q

What is Osteopathy?

Osteopathy is an effective form of manual “hands on” treatment for the whole body. Developed by American doctor A T Still in the 1870s, it is based on the study of anatomy, physiology and biomechanics.

Osteopathy is based on the principle that the structure and function of the body are intimately related. If the structure is not balanced and healthy then the function is affected. The healthy balance and function of the musculoskeletal framework of the body is essential to whole body health. For example, an injury such as a sprained ankle can lead the whole body to compensate as you change the way you walk to avoid pain. Stiffness or restricted mobility in the pelvis, spine, rib cage, shoulders and neck can make it difficult to compensate and aching or pain may result. 

Osteopaths work under the principle that there may be a number of contributing factors to the symptoms and will therefore evaluate not only the area which is producing the symptoms, but also associated areas that may be contributing to the issue, including past trauma, environmental factors and the family’s health history.

Osteopaths know that the body is capable of self-healing and self-regulating, so treatment and management is directed towards encouraging and amplifying this natural response.

More information: What is Osteopathy

 

What is biodynamic cranial osteopathy?

Cranial osteopathy treats more than just your head! Cranial techniques are safe, gentle, and non-manipulative​. We apply light pressure to various parts of your body to encourage the release of any strain or tension. Patients tell us they find this style of treatment very relaxing and some say they can even feel their body unwinding. Like stronger manipulative osteopathic techniques, the core aim of cranial osteopathy is to free restrictions, improve circulation and correct alignment. 
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Cranial osteopathy with Biodynamic principles (as taught by Dr James Jealous) support a natural state of health. Our bodies grow and are constantly renewed. The forces that direct our growth when we are babies in the womb are the same forces that guide cell repair throughout our lives. 

When injury and ill health compromise the body's ability to recover by itself, osteopathic techniques “re-call” the health that is already present and help the body regain its natural balance. Treatment is holistic. As well as manual therapy, treatment may include advice on posture, movement, exercise, diet and other areas. Cranial/biodynamic osteopathy is taught only to osteopaths and differs from cranialsacral or biodynamic cranialsacral therapy even though they may use similar terminology.

​More information: The Biodynamic View

What is our training like?

All osteopaths in Australia need to complete a 5 year, full-time degree. They must also complete 30 hours of continual professional development each year. Osteopaths are qualified to work with patients of all ages, including babies and children, as our undergraduate training includes paediatrics. However,  osteopaths who enjoy working with babies and children will often pursue extra post-graduate qualifications in paediatric osteopathy.

All osteopaths must be registered with AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency). 

What are our charges?

1 hour initial consultation  ---  $90 adult    $80 concession/child
30 min subsequent consultation  ---  $80 adult    $70 concession/child

Family checkup appointment: 90 minute initial consultation for 1 adult (parent or grandparent)
​and 1 related baby/child under 6   ---   $140. Please contact us directly if you wish to book this appointment, it is not recommended for babies with complex issues as we will need a full hour for examination and treatment.

We can process on-the-spot rebates for

• private health insurance
• Medicare chronic disease management plans (CDMP). As of 2017, Medicare pays $52.95 for each visit under this plan (maximum of 5 per year) and patients will be charged the gap.
• TAC patients, using LanternPay. As of 1st July 2019, TAC pays $52.85 per visit and patients will be charged the gap.

Cancellations and no-shows: 24 hours' notice is required for cancellation of appointments, otherwise a $30 cancellation fee applies.

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