Ortho-Bionomy Sessions in Thornbury, Melbourne

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Ortho-Bionomy is a leading somatic therapy that’s safe and suitable for all ages. It provides relief of neurological and musculoskeletal tension and pain and associated emotional and mental stress.

Relieves:

  • Chronic & acute muscle, joint & nerve pain

  • Back pain - mid-back, upper back and lower back

  • Neck & shoulder pain, frozen shoulder, bursitis, RSI, TMJ/jaw

  • Period pain, cramps, PMS, PMDD, PCOS, Endometriosis, Adenomyosis

  • Pelvic pain during & after pregnancy, postpartum recovery

  • Sciatica, knee, leg & ankle pain

  • Physical & emotional trauma

Book a single session or a package of 3 to follow a care-plan over 3-4 weeks for real change and lasting recovery.

By booking an appointment you confirm that you have read and agree with the Booking Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.

Virtual Consultations

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Work with Janine in a virtual session if you can’t get to her office.

Janine will work with you to identify the underlying causes your pain and tension.

You’ll be guided through a process to discover how to relieve muscle and joint areas and learn the specific self-care techniques suited to your individual needs.

Book a single session or a package of 3 to follow a care-plan over a few weeks for real change and lasting recovery.

Contact Janine at janine@janinemccarthy.com.au to schedule your first appointment.

By booking an appointment you confirm that you have read and agree with the Booking Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.

Your session will be

  • Personalized

    Our initial sessions will be dedicated to assessing your current condition and symptoms and creating a personalized treatment plan.

  • Targeted

    Your body is unique so my approach is not one-size-fits-all. I’ll work closely with you to identify the root causes of your pain and apply the right solutions.

  • Integrative

    We'll figure out the right combination of lifestyle changes and self-care techniques that will maximise your results from your Ortho-Bionomy sessions.

BOOK A FREE CONSULTATION.

If you’d like to discuss your situation before making an appointment, book a free 20 minute zoom consultation with Janine to find out if this is right for you.

FAQs

What is Ortho-Bionomy?

Ortho-Bionomy was developed by an osteopath in the 1970s. It relieves pain, tension & stress without forceful adjustments or painful deep pressure techniques. It is a non-invasive somatic therapy that feels gentle and supportive while being quickly effective and giving lasting results. It identifies the root cause of tension & pain and stimulates the body’s inherent ability to self-correct when given the right information.

What conditions can it help with?

  • Chronic & acute muscle, joint & nerve pain

  • Back pain - lower back, mid-back & upper back

  • Neck & shoulder pain, frozen shoulder, bursitis, RSI, TMJ/jaw problems

  • Period pain/cramps, PMS, PMDD, PCOS, Endometriosis, Adenomyosis

  • Pelvic pain during & after pregnancy, and for postpartum recovery

  • Sciatica, knee, leg & ankle pain

  • Physical & emotional trauma

How many sessions will I need?

Clients typically experience relief from the first session and significant improvement after only 3-4 sessions. More complex conditions may need more sessions but clients are often surprised when long-term chronic conditions improve. Self-care techniques are provided to improve progress between visits, empowering you to engage in your own healing process.

What happens in a session?

After a brief discussion of your condition and symptoms you will lie on a massage table in a comfortable position. Janine will then assess your body’s tension patterns, identify and relieve specific tender points and support your body to release joint imbalances and their associated compensation patterns.

What are the benefits?

  • Non-invasive - you remain fully-clothed

  • No force or painful techniques - no risk of injury

  • Decreased pain & tension

  • Increased flexibility & ease of movement

  • Self-care techniques for home use

  • Deeply relaxing from the nervous system outwards

  • Sessions are 1 hour of focused attention on your conditions

  • Offers relief for both acute & chronic conditions

  • Long-term posture improvement

Disclaimer

This work isn’t right for everyone – it’s not intended as a replacement for proper medical care and may only be helpful for people not suffering from a medical condition. Janine McCarthy is a registered Ortho-Bionomy practitioner, not a medical practitioner – she does not diagnose, cure or treat any medical conditions and her services must not be interpreted as medical care or advice. These services are intended to teach you how to relieve tension and discomfort in your own body using specific gentle self-care techniques involving comfortable positioning and gentle movements. Consult your medical practitioner before using this or any other self-care program.