Hi there. I’m Alison and I love working on all sorts of body problems.

I’ve always been passionate about movement. This started with my first career as a professional ballet dancer. I then spent over 10 years working as a Pilates instructor before becoming an Osteopath. I bring my love of the body and the experience gained from both of these backgrounds into my treatment when working with you.

I have a particular interests in:

• Neck and shoulder pain

• Whiplash injuries

• Chronic pain management

• Pre and postnatal care, particularly safe exercise for pelvic floor conditions

• Foot and ankle issues

• And of course I love working with dancers and performers of all ages

What you can expect from a consultation with me:

I enjoy working in partnership with my clients to understand their treatment goals and find the best solutions possible. My experience in Pilates and dance means that I can work on issues from multiple different angles so that we can find a solution that suits you.

My treatment style usually includes some form of hands-on manual therapy, although I believe in using exercise rehabilitation to compliment my treatment when necessary to improve long term outcomes.

My hands-on techniques may include Muscle Energy Techniques (MET), Counterstrain Techniques, Myofascial Release and Soft/Deep Tissue Massage, High Velocity-Low Amplitude HVLA (spinal manipulation techniques), balanced ligamentous technique (BLT) and Visceral techniques.

While working both in Brisbane and London as a Pilates instructor I completed further training and taught specific classes for pre and postnatal women, including pelvic floor safe exercise. I look forward to further expanding on this knowledge throughout my osteopathic career.

Qualifications and additional learning:

Bachelor of Clinical Science and Master of Osteopathic Medicine

Certified Pilates instructor for mat and equipment with specific training for injury and special populations

Pre/postnatal exercise

Explain pain – chronic pain management

Memberships and Organisations.

Active member of Osteopathy Australia

I enjoy working with other healthcare practitioners and I am happy to work within the rest of your healthcare team.

I look forward to working with you at Pivot.