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About Our Osteopaths
Dr Andrea Robertson, Osteopath
B.Sci.(Clin.Sci.),M.H.Sci.(Osteo.), AOA, IADMS
Andrea completed her osteopathic qualifications at Victoria University in Melbourne in 2000. Her approach is patient-centered where she uses a variety of hands on techniques such as soft-tissue release, joint mobilization, joint manipulation and Trigger Point Dry Needling along with advice on exercise and diet. Andrea believes that patient education is very important to aid in a speedy recovery after pain or injury.
Andrea was a professional dancer for 12 years, working overseas at the Moulin Rouge in Paris, Son Amar in Spain and Carnival Cruises in the USA. Because of this, Andrea treats many dancers and conducts pre-pointe and dance fitness assessments for dancers of all ages. Through this she advises dancers on Pilates based exercise programs to improve technique and strength. Andrea also has an interest in treating pregnant patients. Andrea is a member of the Australian Osteopathic Association and the International Association of Dance Medicine and Science.
Dr Jamie Green, Osteopath
B.Sc.(Hons.) Osteo,B.Tec.N. Dip.Health,AOA
Jamie Green completed his osteopathic qualifications at the world renowned European School of Osteopathy, England, in 1998. Jamie’s previous qualification and experience in Mechanical Engineering lead him to conduct research into the 'mechanical dysfunction of the low back and pelvis, as well as helped increase his general knowledge and understanding of the mechanical functioning of the human body. Jamie has a special interest in treating patients with neck pain brought about by traumas such as whiplash, as he himself has also been a sufferer.
Jamie has previously owned and run practices in the UK, NZ and Australia and utilises a variety of manual therapy techniques such as trigger point release, stretching, joint mobilisation and manipulation. He promotes exercise and 'condition education' in order to rehabilitate patients and prevent re-injury. Jamie is a member of the Australian Osteopathic Association.
Dr Andrew Mackay, Osteopath
B.Sc/DO (Osteo.), M.Dip.SportsTherapy, Cert.Acup (China), AOA
Andrew holds a Bachelor of Science and Diploma of Osteopathy completed at the Oxford Brookes University School of Osteopathy (England) in 1999. Andrew also has further qualifications of a Masters Diploma in Sports Therapy and a Certificate of Acupuncture completed in Shanghai, China.
Before moving to Adelaide to join our team at Southside Osteopathy, Andrew had previously worked both in the UK and New Zealand running his own practice. During treatments he enjoys using a combination of soft tissue massage, mobilization and manipulation along with Acupuncture and Dry Needling techniques. Andrew is also qualified in Cranial Osteopathy and through this treatment method is able to provide gentle treatments to those who require this approach including children and babies. Andrew believes that education about your condition is very important and therefore he provides advice about posture, stretching and nutrition. Andrew likes to treat a wide variety of acute and chronic muscular-skeletal injuries and complaints, therefore if you have any aches or pains anywhere on your body, Andrew will be able to assist you in a speedy recovery. Andrew is a member of the Australian Osteopathic Association.
Dr Courtney Mitchell, Osteopath
B.App.Sci.(Comp.Med.),M.Osteopathy,AOA
Courtney completed her Osteopathic qualifications at RMIT University in Melbourne. She enjoys using a variety of techniques in her treatments, including soft tissue massage, joint mobilisation, manipulation, and other gentle osteopathic techniques. As an Osteopath, Courtney encourages patients to take an active role in their own health. She also gives advice on exercise and nutrition, therefore aiming towards whole body health. Courtney has an interest in treating all ages and a wide variety of conditions. Courtney enjoys keeping fit, and particularly enjoys Pilates which she sees as a great way to strengthen the body. Originally from Melbourne, Courtney is really enjoying living in Adelaide and being part of the team at Southside Osteopathy. Courtney is a member of the Australian Osteopathic Association.
Dr Katie Seal, Osteopath
B.Sci.(Clin.Sci.), M.H.Sci.(Osteo.), AOA
Katie completed her osteopathic qualifications at Victoria University in Melbourne. She originally grew up in Adelaide and loves living here again after 12 years away.
While Katie treats people of all ages, she has a strong interest in teenage health and in treating children and pregnant women. Katie loves that osteopathy provides people with a valid and proven alternative for many childhood and pregnancy related issues.
Katie has had success in treating severe and recurrent headaches in both teenagers and adults through her gentle treatment approach and postural advice. She uses a variety of techniques including soft-tissue release, joint mobilisation, joint manipulation and gentle indirect techniques.
Katie is a member of the Australian Osteopathic Association.
Dr Abigail Abbott, Osteopath
B.Sc.(Clin.Sc.),B,Sc,(Ost,Sc,),AOA
Abigail began her Osteopathic training at the British School of Osteopathy in London, before immigrating to Australia in 1993 and completing her studies at RMIT in Melbourne. Abigail moved to Adelaide and started work at Kent Town Health Care under the mentorship of Dr Amanda Heyes, which is where she began her post graduate training in Osteopathy in the Cranial Field. Abigail previously ran Mile End Osteopathic Clinic for 10 years, and returned to work at Southside following maternity leave.
Abigail has postgraduate training in Osteopathy in the Cranial field, Obstetrics/ Gynecology and Pediatrics. Her particular interest lies in enhancement of fertility, pregnancy, preparation for birth, post natal recovery (particularly Cesarean awareness), treatment of babies and children and woman's health, as well as chronic pain, migraine, post trauma and post surgical recovery.
Abigail's general approach looks thoroughly at the past history of illness and trauma to build a picture of how the body is working well, and how function can be improved with treatment. The treatment approach is mainly Cranio-Sacral, but she also uses fascial release, soft tissue release, visceral technique and trigger point therapy. Abigail works through the 'layers' of past trauma and dysfunction to achieve the goal of balanced and free body and mind. The patient is an active participant in the treatment, and Abigail likes to explain what she finds and how the patient can aid their own recovery process through lifestyle changes. Abigail is a member of the Australian Osteopathic Association.