Osteopaths New Zealand

Quick reminder that the early bird ticket rates for the 2024 Symposium ends this month. Get your tickets sorted out now, and dont forget the drinks/nibbles on the Friday evening before!

https://osteopathsnz.co.nz/2024-symposium-2/

I thought everyone would like to take a look under the hood and see what the ONZ team has been up to over the last few months. Some of these benefits, like the webinars, conference discounts, and n3 discounts, are exclusive to ONZ members (hint hint for those of you who aren't). Check out the page below to see what's happening and what's on the horizon.

Lets introduce another speaker presenting at the September Symposium!
Deborah Gardiner will be presenting, as part of the women’s health stream, managing and assessing women’s mid-life health, focusing around menopause management.

One of the workshops at the upcoming Osteopaths NZ Symposium on September 14th is "Mastering Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome: Effective Treatments, Myth-Busting, and the Power of Collaborative Care in Osteopathy" presented by Osteopath Jacquelyn Schirmer.

While we hope to see you all at the September one-day symposium in Wellington, don't forget the Osteopathy Australia two-day conference this year in Sydney, Australia 25/26th Oct.

With speakers from the United States, South America, Europe, and across Australia, the event will feature inspirational and leading-edge presentations from top clinicians, researchers, academics, and thought leaders in the osteopathic and allied health fields.

Early bird tickets are available until August 7, 2024, via the OA website https://osteopathy.org.au/conference

ONZ members can get further discounts. OA wishes for ONZ members to provide evidence of their membership when purchasing tickets i.e. membership number or they can email [email protected]

Phillip Beach, Osteopath, Acupuncturist, Author and Teacher is leading one of the workshops at the Osteopaths NZ Symposium this September. Based on some ideas he is working on for an upcoming new book, his workshop is: ‘Emergent anatomy - theory and practice’.

Join us for the ONZ one-day symposium on Saturday, September 14th, 2024! We'll be introducing and highlighting our speakers over the coming weeks but tickets are available now.

We've curated a lineup of stellar speakers, all for less than the price of a one day CPD course. Dive into a range of topics from top-tier speakers and reconnect with your Osteopathic community. Plus, it's the perfect excuse for a weekend getaway.

Get your tickets early for the early bird rate and lock in your trip now.

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Aging gracefully isn't just about the years; it's about living them with joy and ease. While "wrinkles" on the inside—like knee and hip stiffness—may come with time, pain doesn't have to be your constant companion. Seeking osteopathic care can smooth out those internal creases, keeping you mobile and independent.

Whether it's general stiffness, arthritis, or post-surgery recovery, we tailor our approach so you don't have to accept pain as a daily guest.

Take the step towards maintaining your independence and enhancing your well-being. Find an osteopathy new zealand member today at www.osteopathsnz.co.nz.

Embrace the beauty of pregnancy with comfort and care. As your body nurtures new life, an osteopath can nurture you. Osteopathic treatments are tailored to the unique journey of motherhood, ensuring you and your baby's well-being every step of the way.

From easing back and pelvic pain to helping with breathlessness, we're here to support your body's incredible changes. Our goal? To assist your pregnancy journey and help your body cope with minimal discomfort. Plus, we work hand-in-hand with your maternal care team for a harmonious approach to your health. And once the baby arrives we can help there too, from reflux to colic, sleeping problems and latching issues, baby went through a lot during birth too, so a little gentle treatment from an Osteopath can help make baby's day to day more comfortable.

Discover osteopathy as your path to a comfortable pregnancy. Find an osteopathy new zealand member today at www.osteopathsnz.co.nz to learn how osteopathy can support you and your baby's well-being.

Headaches can turn your day upside down, but they don't have to be your norm.

As osteopaths we understand that the root cause of your headache could be more than just stress or tension. Whether it's from stiff muscles, an old whiplash injury, or simply a lot of mental & physical stress, we're here to help.

Our osteopathic approach looks at all the possible causes of a headache and we offer personalised treatments to bring you relief. There can be a lot of factors involved in a headache, not only causing the onset of pain, but also creating and maintaining headache patterns. As Osteopaths we look at the entire picture of your headache and break down those patterns. Not only helping you with your current headache, but helping you stop futures ones as well. Plus, if you've had a concussion, we can assist with your ACC claim.

Don't let headaches hold you back. Find an osteopathy new zealand member today at www.osteopathsnz.co.nz and let's get to the bottom of your headaches.

Don't let ni**les knock out your next personal best. Our osteopaths can see the bigger picture – because your knee pain might just be the hip's cry for help.
Players who experienced physical complaints or “ni**les”, that had minor or moderate impact on participation or performance were 3 – 6 times more likely to suffer an injury resulting in missed games or training in the following 7 days. 68% of all time-loss injuries (ie injuries that meant time out of the game) were preceded by ni**les, with 94% of knee & 90% of hamstring injuries preceded by a ni**le.
The weekly risk of injury for a fully fit player was 6%, while for those players who reported a ni**le, rose to 22%.

We're all about keeping you in action and injury-free, with a tailored approach that understands your sport and your goals. Whether it's a knee, ankle, or hip, our treatment approach has all your bases covered. And, if an injury does hit you, we've got your back with ACC claims and a solid game plan for recovery.

We're on your team for a holistic approach that keeps you moving, improving, and excelling in your sport. Find an osteopathy new zealand member today at www.osteopathsnz.co.nz

Home » Osteopaths New Zealand Incorporated Osteopaths are primary health care practitioners who recognise the important link between the structure of the body and the way it functions. Osteopathy is a form of manual medicine which facilitates healing by focusing on how the skeleton, joints, muscles, nerves, circulation, connective tissue and...

Is your child's laughter being overshadowed by aches and pains? Let's bring back the joy of childhood with our gentle, expert osteopathic care.
From the first breath to graduation, kids grow up fast – our paediatric trained osteopaths are here to support every step, skip, and stumble along the way. We offer a gentle touch for the littlest aches and the biggest growth spurts. 🌟
Whether it's birth complications, a tumble on the playground, or the growing pains of adolescence, we're here to ease strains and support development. We treat them with care as unique as your child. And because it takes a village, we collaborate with other health professionals to ensure your child gets the best care possible.
Ready for a helping hand? Find an osteopathy new zealand member today at www.osteopathsnz.co.nz and let's nurture their health together.

Home » Osteopaths New Zealand Incorporated Osteopaths are primary health care practitioners who recognise the important link between the structure of the body and the way it functions. Osteopathy is a form of manual medicine which facilitates healing by focusing on how the skeleton, joints, muscles, nerves, circulation, connective tissue and...

Wondering how to tackle that stubborn back pain? Your not alone, A World Health Organisation study shows an estimated 619 million people live with lower back pain and it is the leading cause of disability worldwide.

Our treatment approach is all about getting you back to your best with tailored therapy for you. We take the time to listen, to understand how your pain is impacting your lived experience. If you need exercises, stretches, or tips on returning to work? We've got you covered. Got an injury? We'll handle your ACC claim so there is no need to see your GP first and if it’s appropriate to refer you for scans, we can do that too! 🛠️

Don't put up with pain any longer. Find an osteopathy new zealand member today at www.osteopathsnz.co.nz and let's get you back to work and play, the pain-free way!

Home » Osteopaths New Zealand Incorporated Osteopaths are primary health care practitioners who recognise the important link between the structure of the body and the way it functions. Osteopathy is a form of manual medicine which facilitates healing by focusing on how the skeleton, joints, muscles, nerves, circulation, connective tissue and...

Feeling held back by pain and discomfort? Let's get to the root cause of it together! Osteopathy is about thorough, hands-on care that listens to your body's story.
With every gentle adjustment, mobilisation, and soft tissue treatment, we're committed to easing your tightness and turning those "ouch" moments into relief. As proud members of Osteopaths New Zealand, we're here for your wellbeing journey.
Ready to move better and feel better? Slide into a world of movement and comfort with us by your side.
Find an osteopathy new zealand member today at www.osteopathsnz.co.nz and let's start the conversation with your body.

Wednesday 20th of March at 7.30pm

With updated international and ACC concussion guidelines, there is a groundswell of concern for how concussion is managed within sporting organisations and the potential for long-term harm if best practices are not adhered to.

The benefits of participating in sports are well known, and yet, many are seeing the numbers of those participating in sports declining, in part, due to the alarming headlines we are seeing about the consequences of concussion injuries in high-profile athletes.

Baseline testing is considered the gold standard in concussion management by assessing what is ‘normal’ for an athlete before the sporting season starts. This webinar will focus on baseline testing and HeadWise’s wrap-around approach to concussion care and recovery.

We are limited in mitigating the risk of suffering a concussion, but pre-empting and providing the appropriate care when a concussion occurs is well within our control. Having a baseline test as a comparison increases the accuracy of diagnosis and best informs the care needed for recovery and return to play decisions.

A thorough, consistent and rigid return to sport and return to learn/work protocols, combined with a best-practice concussion policy, we can confidently encourage athletes to get involved in all sporting codes, safe in the knowledge that the best possible concussion care has been implemented.

The main points that will be covered in this webinar are:
• Basics of concussion
• Updated ACC policy
• Current sport policies
• Baseline testing
• Importance of timely, appropriate and wrap around care
• Utilising digital care in the age of technology

Please use the following Zoom link to join at 7.30pm, on Wednesday 20th March:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83991964590

Hi all, a message from Ara below, asking for some help in shaping some of the cultural aspects of the curricluim below, please reach out to Catherine if you think you can be of help;

Kia ora, I hope the year has started well for you, your whanau, and your practices. Our osteopathy team is just getting underway with our 5-yearly NZQA review and our team is hoping to develop truly culturally intelligent osteopathic programmes. We’re hoping to find practicing osteopaths with lived experience of OCNZ competencies 1.1 and 1.2 who will be able to provide us with insight into Māori and Pacific world views as they relate to our osteopathy curriculum development, particularly in terms of bio-science, professional practice, and socio-cultural knowledge.

As a starting point, we would like to have your input on using the concept of cultural safety to scaffold the curriculum around. I have an article underpinning our thoughts for you to read, if you would like to (please contact Catherine directly for a copy of that)

Do you have any capacity to help us here? We’re planning on having a couple of 2-hour workshops over the next few months to gather feedback and insight and we’d love your input here. Also, if you know of anyone else who might be able to provide the kinds of insight we’re looking for, please feel free to invite them 😊

If you’re interested in being included in our development, please contact [email protected], and I can let you know more about what the discussions / workshops might involve.

Ngā mihi,
Catherine

Hi . The ONZ team met on Friday 01 March and covered a range of planning on topics. I have taken up the role of communications and will be sharing information about what we're all upto over the coming weeks, so as not to drown you in information!

Website
Since the last committee in 2020 the website has been an ongoing issue. Last year our new board came with expertise that discovered that our ONZ website is a key resource and the content and layout requires improvement. In December 2023, we've actively been involved in redesigning our website to better cater to both you as Osteopath’s and to attract the public seeking assistance and understanding around osteopathy. This website will also align well compared with other international osteopathic associations.

What this will mean for you.
The existing website will become a dynamic platform to be our one key resource that we can use to effectively promote osteopathy to the general public & other allied health professionals.

This will include:
- Updated content that explains osteopathy to the public in a much more interactive way. Articles, what we are doing in the community, sports and general public stories of how osteopathy has been beneficial, highlighting special interest groups

- Updating the current search function. This has been the major delay and over the years, it has been not fit for purpose for bigger areas such as Auckland, which was due to the restriction to our membership database. We now have a more specific search function being added by the developers, making it incredibly easy for the public and allied health professionals to search members only, and near them. Just like google search, but will only bring up ONZ members.

- Accessing your membership portal will not change.

This project has taken a while as we had very specific goals for the website and finding the right mix of design and functionality has been a slow process. It is also a project we wanted to future proof so no more changes are required. We are now approaching the final stages of the design process. With a solid foundation for the public to interact with we can push one of the core values of ONZ more heavily; education & awareness for the public about all the great things an Osteopath can do for them!

Next post will be about April’s Osteopathic International Awareness Week and how ONZ are going to approach it this year.

Morgan
[email protected]

Ara just did a great write up on the ONZ "Emerging Practitioner" award that was recently presented to Vaito Asomua. Congratulations Vaito, and all the recent graduates. Welcome to the profession!

Profession recognises top Ara | Te Pūkenga osteopathy graduate “Emerging Practitioner” award for newly qualified student displaying all-round excellence

Celebration of all the graduants of Osteopathy at Ara Te Pūkenga today. Well done 👏

Please welcome our members who form the new ONZ board for 2023/24

We had an absolute blast hosting our 10 year anniversary of Osteopaths New Zealand at Pai Conference, Christchurch.

A huge thank you and appreciation to our sponsors Barral Institute New Zealand, Whiteley Allcare NZ, New Zealand Insurance Brokers, Articulate - professional supervision for osteopaths.

A great line up was had with incredible keynote speakers. We also took the opportunity to honor past, present and new members.

Congratulations to Lloyd Paine as our Chair, Anj Young steps into Vice Chair and Yohanna Ward as Treasurer.
Webb remains as SIG for Sports and Rehabilitation. We welcome new committee members in Morgan Hancock, Holmes, Smith, McBeth.

We also want to extend our thank you to our international guests from Osteopathy Australia and Institute of Osteopathy to which our inter-professional relationship has become essential and progressive.

Thank you who were able to make it down to Christchurch for the celebration of the 10 years of ONZ.

Here are a few snapshots of our key notes. If you do have any photos please do share.

Thank you so much Alana Stevenson Osteopath for your leadership & efficiency with running this event.

Our next Australia/NZ conference will be held in Sydney, Australia.

Australasia Osteopathic Conference - 22- 24th September 2023.

David Nicholls, a professor of critical physiotherapy at Auckland University of Technology, for an eye-opening talk on the future of osteopathy in a post-professional era. Learn how osteopathy and other health professions are facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities in a world of digital disruption, consumer healthcare, and the atomisation of the body. Discover what post-professionalism means, why it matters, and what radical alternatives are possible for osteopathy to remain relevant and thrive in the 21st century.

Book your tickets here: https://www.osteopathsnzconference.org/events/osteopathy-conference-2023

Stress can have a significant impact on our physical and mental health, leading to tension, pain, and anxiety. Osteopathy can help alleviate these symptoms and improve your overall well-being. Osteopaths use a range of techniques, such as soft tissue work, joint mobilization, and breathing exercises, to help you manage stress and anxiety. By addressing the physical and emotional effects of stress, osteopathy can help you feel more relaxed, reduce tension and pain, and improve your overall wellbeing.

Find your ONZ Member Osteopath here 👉 bit.ly/FindYourOsteo and start your journey to stress-free living!

Are you experiencing pain, discomfort or stiffness that's limiting your daily movements?

Osteopathy can help!

With its focus on holistic and hands-on treatments, osteopathy aims to improve your body's function and mobility, helping you to move well and move better. Whether you're recovering from an injury, dealing with chronic pain, or simply want to maintain your overall health, osteopathy can provide effective solutions tailored to your individual needs.

Visit your ONZ Member Osteopath here 👉 bit.ly/FindYourOsteo and experience the benefits of a healthier, more mobile body tomorrow!

Posture is important for overall health and wellbeing, but many people struggle with postural issues due to a variety of factors, including prolonged sitting and poor ergonomics. Osteopathy can help address postural problems and improve your quality of life. Osteopaths use a range of techniques to assess and address postural issues, including soft tissue work, joint mobilization, and exercise prescription. With osteopathy, you can improve your posture, relieve pain, and prevent further postural problems from developing.

Find your ONZ Member Osteopath here 👉 bit.ly/FindYourOsteo and take the first step towards better posture and improved quality of life!

Osteopathy is a holistic form of healthcare that addresses the interconnectedness of the body to improve overall health and well-being. Osteopaths use gentle and non-invasive techniques to address a range of health issues, from musculoskeletal pain and injury to stress and anxiety. Osteopathy can also help improve circulation, enhance immune function, and promote relaxation and well-being. By addressing the root cause of health problems, osteopathy can help you achieve optimal health and well-being in a natural and holistic way.

Find your ONZ Member Osteopath here 👉 bit.ly/FindYourOsteo and and experience the benefits of improved health and wellbeing!

Did you know that paediatric osteopathy can help support your child's growth and development, as well as treat a range of childhood conditions? Pediatric osteopaths are trained to work with infants and children, using gentle and non-invasive techniques to improve musculoskeletal function, promote relaxation, and reduce tension and discomfort. Whether your child is dealing with colic, reflux, constipation, feeding difficulties, postural problems, or other issues related to growth and development, our pediatric osteopaths can provide effective and individualised care.

Find your ONZ Member Osteopath here 👉 bit.ly/FindYourOsteo and give them the best possible start in life!

Surgery can be a stressful and challenging experience, but osteopathy can help speed up your recovery and get you back to your normal activities as soon as possible. Osteopaths use a range of techniques, such as soft tissue work, joint mobilization, and exercise prescription, to help you regain strength, flexibility, and mobility after surgery. By addressing the underlying causes of pain and dysfunction, osteopathy can help you recover more quickly and efficiently, allowing you to get back to doing the things you love.

Find your ONZ Member Osteopath here 👉 bit.ly/FindYourOsteo and start your journey to a speedy recovery after surgery!

Are you an athlete looking to enhance your performance and prevent injuries? Or are you recovering from a sports injury and seeking effective treatment options?

Osteopathy can help!

Osteopaths use a range of techniques to improve joint mobility, reduce muscle tension, and enhance blood flow, all of which can help athletes perform better and recover faster. By addressing imbalances and dysfunctions in the body, osteopathy can help prevent injuries and optimize performance, allowing you to excel in your sport.

Find your ONZ Member Osteopath here bit.ly/FindYourOsteo and start experiencing the benefits of improved athletic performance and faster injury recovery!