Elemental Health: Vanessa Malone

About

Vanessa Malone is a registered Sydney Osteopath with 28 years clinical experience treating patients. She has a number of postgraduate diplomas, which include acupuncture and neuromusculoskeletal pain management and Polestar pilates for rehabilitation.

Vanessa's practice focuses on the basic Osteopathic principle of restoring function to the body's mechanics to allow it to work efficiently and help prevent further injuries or wear and tear. This in turn helps ensure the body's internal systems are working effectively by supporting optimal function of the nerves, lymphatics and circulation.

Osteopathy is safe for the whole family and a wide range of common conditions respond well to treatment. These may include but aren't limited to: back pain and stiffness, peripheral joint pain scoliosis, sciatica changes to posture and pain in pregnancy, repetitive strain injury and sports injuries. postural problems caused by bad habits or work strain, arthritis and degenerative joint conditions.

After an initial medical history and structural examination to help determine the cause of the problem, treatment may include Osteopathic techniques such as soft tissue massage, stretching, ligament and fascial release, muscle energy techniques, joint manipulation and mobilization, craniosacral and visceral techniques. Advice may be given on posture, nutrition as well as appropriate exercises for rehabilitation and maintenance.