Osteo Talk

Ahead of his Australian tour, British osteopath and neuroscientist Dr Raymond Perrin DO PhD takes us back to where it all began - 1989. In this episode, he shares the origins of the Perrin Technique™, its evolution over more than three decades, and the research that’s shaped his approach. Discover how the Perrin Technique™ may support the assessment and management of chronic fati...

The central aim of health regulation is to protect patients; the challenge is to do that while making our regulatory processes as humane as possible. Since 2017, Ahpra has been systematically gathering feedback from health practitioners (and notifiers) about their experience of being involved in an investigative or disciplinary process.  Hear Susan Biggar talk to Stuart Hammond about the key...

In this special episode kicking off our Women’s Health series, osteopaths Elizabeth Howard and Lorrae Griffiths unpack what "women’s health" really means, and where osteopathy fits in. From pelvic girdle pain and pregnancy to lifelong care and interprofessional collaboration, this conversation explores how osteopaths can better support women across the lifespan and how to start working...

Australia’s only dual-titled osteopath, Paul Hermann, joins Board Director Tink Gee to share his journey from studying human movement to osteopathy. Despite completing a Master’s in Exercise Science and founding his own practice, Paul’s passion for learning and educating others took him further. With experience teaching in Japan and Australia and presenting in Italy, India, and G...

In this podcast, Dr Don Hunter PhD (Osteopath) shares his journey of balancing clinical practice with research. Discover what sparked his interest in pursuing a PhD, how a key observation in practice evolved into a research-worthy question, and the studies that formed the foundation of his work. Don also reflects on the challenges of juggling research, clinical practice and everyday life - offerin...

In this bonus Osteo Talk episode, Matt Cooper, President of Osteopathy Australia, Antony Nicholas, CEO and Stephanie Santos, Policy and Advocacy Manager, discuss osteopathy's complex challenges and opportunities in 2025, from shifts in health policy to the global and national influences shaping the healthcare sector. The team recaps the highlights from 2024, including significant advocacy wins, pr...

With one in six people in Australia aged 65 and older and with that number increasing in the coming decades, the care of older adults, both at home and in residential aged care, is a growing area of interest and occupation for osteopaths in Australia.  As aged Australians overwhelm an already strained general practice and public health support system, there is likely to be an increasing deman...

Kick off our revamped podcast series with a special first full episode celebrating 150 years since Dr A.T. Still pioneered osteopathic medicine. Join Jason Haxton, MA, DO (h.c.) , Director of the Museum of Osteopathic Medicine in Kirksville, Missouri, as he explains Dr Still's understanding of the body, mind and spirit. Through compelling stories and real-life examples, Jason brings to life Dr Sti...

Osteo Talk is back! Just in time to celebrate the end of the year and 150 years of osteopathy! We’re relaunching with fresh insights, engaging conversations and a spotlight on what’s shaping the future of our profession. Join us as we explore what’s new, what’s next, and everything in between. Let’s talk! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we are joined by Rebecca Malon, a Queensland-based osteopath and clinical nutritionist whose lived experience led her to focus on women’s health. Rebecca has undertaken extensive professional development and is passionate about empowering, educating and caring for women. Rebecca discusses endometriosis, a condition that can have a devastating impact on a woman’s quality of life. W...

Dr Rosalba Courtney (Osteopath) discusses symptoms of long-COVID, the viral persistence and pathophysiology of COVID-19, management considerations with long-COVID patients and the role breathing exercises can play. The content discussed in each episode is the participants' opinion only and should not be used as medical advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Rosalba Courtney (Osteopath) has been driven by curiosity, in particular, discovering why some patients weren’t responding to treatment. That curiosity launched her career into the world of breathing therapy. Rosalba has undertaken a PhD on the topic and has published works in textbooks and scientific literature. Through her research and clinical experience, Rosalba has developed her own assess...

For this episode, we hear from the highly knowledgeable and inspiring Dr Wael Mahmoud. Wael had the privilege of learning under some of the great names in osteopathy and has followed in their footsteps, becoming an educator, mentor and passionate practitioner. He is the director of CPD Health Courses and in 2021 published Two Hands: The Gamechanger Guide for Manual Therapists , a book that celebra...

This episode of Osteo Talk is focused on the often challenging presentation of dizziness. We are joined by Melbourne based osteopath, Beth Yule. Being a chronic headache sufferer herself gave Beth unique insight into the impact headaches can have on a patient’s quality of life. This inspired Beth to focus her professional development on headache, migraine and vestibular disorders. Beth now passion...

For this episode, we have the pleasure of hearing from Dr Oliver Thomson (Osteopath), the creator and host of The Words Matter Podcast. Oliver practices as an osteopath in London, where he works in a multidisciplinary clinic. In addition to his clinical role, he also works as an Associate Professor at the University College of Osteopathy where his main research interests are using qualitative meth...

For this episode, we welcome the highly experienced and respected Dr Nick Brasher. Nick is the owner and principal osteopath at Peak Osteopathy in Hawthorn. For the past 14 years, Nick has also worked as an osteopath with the Western Bulldogs and Collingwood AFL teams. The focus for this episode is athletic groin pain. Nick draws on his experience working in elite sport and private practice to hel...

We are joined by osteopath and educator Dr Grant Burrows (Osteopath). Grant graduated as an osteopath in 2000 and currently works in private practice in Geelong, Victoria. He developed a particular interest in functional movement and chronic pain, leading him to study overseas. For this episode, we discuss aligning patient outcomes with practitioner development and the profession's challenges in a...

We are joined again by Dr Steve Dinneen (Osteopath), an elite runner, a Melbourne-based osteopath, running coach, business owner, husband and father.  Steve has competed at the state, national and international levels and works with professional runners as a coach and osteopath. Steve completed a Human Movement Sports Science degree before undertaking his osteopathic studies at RMIT University. He...

As osteopaths, the team at Bullen Osteopathy believe they are in a truly privileged position to work with pregnant women and play a role in their journey. Today’s guests are osteopaths Dr Daniela Aiello and Dr Ash Bolton. They have built a successful Melbourne practice with a strong focus on women’s health and pregnancy.  In this episode, Dan and Ash explore: their passion for women's health and c...

Our guest is Dr Steve Dinneen (Osteopath), an elite runner, Melbourne-based osteopath, running coach, business owner, husband and father.  Steve has competed at the state, national and international levels, and works with professional runners as a coach and osteopath. Steve completed a Human Movement Sports Science degree before undertaking his osteopathic studies at RMIT University. He currently...