We care for your muscle and joint health
Keeping you active with Osteopathy
Manual Therapy for all ages
Experienced, professional health care
Whole body health
Meet The Team
Dr. Paul Milne (Osteopath) – BSc.(clinical sci.), MHSc. (osteo)
Paul is the owner and practice principal at Burleigh Osteopathic Clinic. He started the business in 2005 from “The Old Blue House” in Park Avenue Burleigh Heads. Paul graduated from Melbourne’s Victoria University in 2004, and has been working hard ever since. He has always believed in growing the business by helping people to the best of his ability, and by treating patients the way he would like to be treated. Paul also enjoys being able to offer a professional, relaxed and friendly clinic atmosphere. Paul is an active surfer, enjoys a variety fitness activities including martial arts, and likes treating a broad range of people from elderly to sports people, office to construction workers, and anyone in between. He approaches treatment using a variety of techniques including but not limited to, soft tissue massage, muscle energy technique, HVLA manipulations, mobilizations, TENS, myofascial / functional release, ultrasound and cranial Osteopathic techniques.
Dr. Rik Friend (Osteopath) – BSc. Hons (Osteo)
Rik is a highly experienced Osteopath bringing 25 years experience graduating with an Honours degree in Osteopathy, 1999 from The British School of Osteopathy in London. He has worked through the years with many patients - from elite sports, chronic complex multi system health conditions to young children and the elderly. Having worked in leading clinics in the U.K., New Zealand and Australia, Rik brings a diverse wealth of experience and a broad range of Osteopathic approaches to each patient. Rik incorporates many Osteopathic techniques and approaches in his work, from muscular and soft tissue techniques, manipulation, subtle and indirect approaches. The philosophy of Osteopathy remains consistent whichever techniques and treatment plan is developed, and Rik adapts the approach in consultation with each patient and their preferences. Being in an academic role whilst in the U.K., educating in both clinical and undergraduate settings, Rik brings that passion for education into his Osteopathic work, ensuing patients understand what is happening to cause the problem, and to work with each patient to develop approaches to remedy the issue beyond the Osteopathic intervention. Rik enjoys cycling, walking, cooking and socialising, and has competed in cycling and running events for many years, although nowadays more enjoys the activities rather than the competition
Rachael Ahrens – Remedial Massage therapist – Dipl. RM Massage, Cert. Cupping - Massage and Myotherapy Australia
Our Remedial Massage Therapists take a holistic approach to treatment and offer a range of techniques within massage sessions including deep tissue, trigger point therapy, muscle energy techniques, myofascial release, lymphatic drainage as well as slide cupping, reflexology and acupressure for relaxation. They are a fully certified and accredited member of Massage & Myotherapy Australia and able to offer health fund rebates through HICAPS. Working with a wide variety of clients of various ages, athletic abilities, lifestyles and health conditions, her growing experience and continued education supports her aim to address each clients specific needs and preferences through massage in order to create more space, flow and ease within the bodies structures and mechanisms. This can help decrease pain and physical or mental tension, condition muscles to improve functionality and range of motion, nurture body systems to increase and promote healthy blood circulation and lymphatic flow or calm down and free up the nervous system; all of which can help to better the health and quality of life for the individual and by extension families and the community.
Matthew Rimmer (Podiatrist) – BSc.(pod)
Matthew graduated in 2000 with a Bachelor of Science Podiatry degree with honours . He has extensive experience working in private practice and the public health system in both the UK and Australia. He is a member of the Australian Podiatry Association and is committed to continued professional development. Over the years he has treated patients aged from 2 years old to 102 years old! Matthew enjoys all aspects of Podiatry and likes to see a varied case load. He is referred patients from G.Ps, Practice Nurses, Orthopaedic Surgeons, Physiotherapists, Osteopaths, Acupuncturists and Massage therapists amongst others and has built a good network of other likeminded practitioners so that he can provide a multidisciplinary approach to his patients so that they receive the very best care. He provides a comprehensive, reliable, friendly service practicing with honesty and integrity and aims to provide the best quality treatment at an affordable price.
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