Holistic Bodyworks

Holistic Bodyworks We help restore your body from injury and reignite your desire for a healthy life.

Holistic Bodyworks is an established osteopathic clinic that combines the use of osteopathy and clinical pilates for the treatment, rehabilitation and prevention of injuries. We commonly assist in the treatment of:
- back/neck pain
- headaches
- sports injuries
- arthritis/joint pain
- muscular strains and ligament sprains
- postural problems and RSI
- pregnancy related musculoskeletal pain

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l techniques are used to encourage the body to heal itself. These include massage, stretching, joint articulation, manipulation and muscle energy technique. The treatment plan extends beyond the clinic and involves diet, work and lifestyle advise, stretches and strengthening exercises for rehabilitation and prevention of further injury. We encourage you to take responsibility for your own long term health and well being by identifying lifestyle and environmental factors that may be contributing to your particular condition.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing mums out there! 💐💛Between school runs, work, and keeping everyone else on track, i...
09/05/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing mums out there! 💐💛

Between school runs, work, and keeping everyone else on track, it’s easy to put your own comfort last. Today is a reminder to pause, breathe, and honour your health and happiness as much as you do everyone else’s 🌿✨

Gentle movement, mindful stretches, or even a few quiet moments for yourself can help release tension, support posture, and recharge your energy 🤲💛 Osteopathic care is here to help you move more comfortably, so you can keep caring for others without losing care for yourself.

To all the mums juggling it all - you deserve a moment of balance today and every day 💐

Ever notice that heavy, bloated feeling after a meal… and the dull ache that sneaks into your lower back? 😔🫀It turns out...
08/05/2026

Ever notice that heavy, bloated feeling after a meal… and the dull ache that sneaks into your lower back? 😔🫀

It turns out your organs are not just quietly minding their own business - they move and shift with every breath, twist, and stretch. This visceral mobility, along with the fascial tissues that wrap around them, can influence digestion, bloating, and even low‑back tension 🫀🌀 When things get a little restricted, discomfort can show up in surprising ways.

Gentle self‑care can help: mindful breathing, light stretches, and small posture adjustments encourage your organs and fascia to move more freely, easing digestive tension and low‑back stiffness 🌿💫

A personalised osteopathic assessment can support this whole‑body balance, helping your system move, digest, and feel more comfortable day to day 🤲✨. Call us to make an appointment on 9570 3388.

Feeling rounded over after a long day at your desk? 😣💻Try this simple chest opener stretch! 👐✨ Clasp your hands behind y...
05/05/2026

Feeling rounded over after a long day at your desk? 😣💻

Try this simple chest opener stretch! 👐✨ Clasp your hands behind your back and gently lift, opening your chest. Take slow, mindful breaths and let your shoulders release.

💡 Why it works: It counteracts that forward‑hunch from hours at your desk, eases tension across your chest and shoulders, and encourages deeper, easier breathing 🌿💨

Add this to your daily routine to support better posture and a more open, comfortable upper body.

Whole-body assessment: what we look for…Osteopaths see the body as a connected system, not just the area that hurts. A f...
29/04/2026

Whole-body assessment: what we look for…
Osteopaths see the body as a connected system, not just the area that hurts. A first visit often includes structural, fascial, and breathing checks to understand how movement and posture may be affecting function.
🔹 Structural checks look at joints and the spine for mobility and alignment. Stiff or uneven areas can influence how muscles work, sometimes contributing to tension or discomfort.
🔹 Fascial checks assess connective tissue-the web linking muscles, organs, and joints. Restrictions here can affect movement far from the original area of concern.
🔹 Breathing assessments focus on the diaphragm and chest, as effective breathing supports core stability, circulation, and nervous system balance.
By mapping these patterns, osteopaths can use gentle techniques 👐 to support movement, ease tension, and promote overall body function.
Want to see how your body moves as a whole? 📞 Call Holistic Bodyworks on 9570 3388 to book your first structural assessment.

Happy Belated Birthday Nicola!!! 🥳🙌🌷Here is a small appreciation for all the work you do for us and for your patients. W...
29/04/2026

Happy Belated Birthday Nicola!!! 🥳🙌🌷

Here is a small appreciation for all the work you do for us and for your patients.

We hope you enjoyed the day, the birthday week and the birthday month with friends & family.

🥳🎂😍

HB Team xx

Your body tells a story.That sore neck, tight hip, or stiff low back isn’t random - it can be your body signalling that ...
28/04/2026

Your body tells a story.
That sore neck, tight hip, or stiff low back isn’t random - it can be your body signalling that something is out of balance. Over time, stress, posture, repetitive movements, or even breathing patterns may create tension in muscles, fascia, and joints. This tension can affect how you move, influence circulation, and sometimes cause discomfort in areas far from the original issue.
Our osteopaths focus on exploring the root of these imbalances, not just addressing symptoms. Through gentle structural assessment, soft tissue techniques, joint mobilisation, and breathing guidance, we look at how your whole body moves as a system, and support it to promote balance, mobility, and comfort.
Pay attention to your body’s signals. If tension or discomfort keeps returning, it may be time to see our osteopaths for a personalised assessment and care plan. 📞 Call Holistic Bodyworks on 9570 3388.

Nicola is taking on Coastrek!She is hiking for mental health with Coastrek, proudly supporting Beyond Blue. Together wit...
26/04/2026

Nicola is taking on Coastrek!

She is hiking for mental health with Coastrek, proudly supporting Beyond Blue.

Together with her team she'll be training for an epic coastal trek to improve my health, fitness and wellbeing while raising funds for Beyond Blue.

In Australia, around 5 million people are living with anxiety and depression and nearly half of us will experience a mental health condition in our lifetime. More than 750 people reach out to the Beyond Blue 24/7 Support Service every day – that’s over 275,000 life-changing conversations every year.

On average, $66 helps start a vital conversation with a trained professional. With your support, the funds I raise will help ensure Beyond Blue can be there when someone feels alone or overwhelmed, or like they don’t know what to do next.

Her Coastrek hike for mental health will include months of training, tackling soft sand and probably a blister or two – plus lots of laughs, connection and important conversations, spectacular scenery and a sweet feeling of exhilaration when I cross that finish line.

Your support means so much to me and every donation will really make a difference.
To give your support click the link below;
https://www.coastrek.com.au/fundraisers/nicolashelton

Thank you!

Lest we forget 🌺Today we honour the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of the ANZACs. We remember those who served and t...
24/04/2026

Lest we forget 🌺

Today we honour the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of the ANZACs. We remember those who served and the lives forever changed, reflecting on their strength, endurance, and the spirit of service that shaped our nation.

May we take a moment to pause, remember, and carry their legacy with respect and gratitude.

Happy belated HB birthday to Nicola!! Hope she enjoyed her day and these beautiful flowers 🥳🌷🙌
23/04/2026

Happy belated HB birthday to Nicola!! Hope she enjoyed her day and these beautiful flowers 🥳🌷🙌

23/04/2026

Desk worker quick fixes! 💻🪑

Long hours at your desk can leave your neck, shoulders, and lower back crying out for relief. The good news? A few simple stretches and micro‑break routines may help. Gently roll your shoulders and open your chest 🎉, do a seated spinal twist to ease tension 🌀, or stand and reach for the ceiling ✨ to reset your posture. Even taking a couple of minutes every hour to move, stretch, or march in place gets the blood flowing, loosens tight muscles, and keeps your energy up for the rest of the day.
Which of these ‘quick fixes’ do you already sneak into your workday? Or do you have your own hacks? Share them in the comments – we’d love to hear! 👇

The diaphragm: more than just breathing 🌬️The diaphragm is often thought of as a respiratory muscle, but it also plays a...
21/04/2026

The diaphragm: more than just breathing 🌬️

The diaphragm is often thought of as a respiratory muscle, but it also plays an important postural role. Anatomically, it attaches to the lower ribs, the sternum, and the lumbar spine, forming a muscular link between the upper and lower body. Through these attachments, it contributes to core support and helps regulate intra-abdominal pressure.

When the diaphragm moves freely, it works with the deep abdominal muscles, pelvic floor, and spinal stabilisers 🧠. Together, this system supports the lumbar spine during everyday movements such as sitting, lifting, and walking. Limited diaphragmatic movement can make breathing shallower and reduce spinal control, which may increase strain through the lower back.

Takeaway: supporting healthy diaphragmatic movement may assist posture, spinal control, and low-back stability 🧘‍♂️✨

If you notice tightness in your breathing or posture, our osteopaths can assess movement patterns and suggest gentle approaches to support core and spinal function. 📞 Call Holistic Bodyworks on 9570 3388 to book an appointment.

Address

984 Centre Road Oakleigh South
Melbourne, VIC
3167

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 7pm
Tuesday 10am - 7pm
Wednesday 10am - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 6:30pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+61395703388

Website

https://linktr.ee/holisticbodyworksosteopathy

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