About Tanya
Tanya is a compassionate and inclusive osteopath and the owner of TSU Osteopathy. Tanya takes a collaborative and patient-centred approach to osteopathic treatment and management, ensuring that patients are considered, engaged and participate in all aspects of their treatment, management and health. Their passion for anatomy, movement and learning is reflected in their interest and continued learning and patient care. They have a strong interest in: - Complex and chronic conditions including ME/CFS, POTS and hypermobility disorders -Persistent pain management and education including pain associated with chronic conditions, CRPS, pelvic pain or fibromyalgia - Women’s and AFAB health including pregnancy and menopause. Beyond their special interests, Tanya enjoys treating people from all walks of life and currently treats patients 7 years and older. Tanya is a non-weight centric practitioner and aims to remove shame and stigma in healthcare. Tanya has lived experience with chronic illness management and persistent pain, they bring empathy, understanding and curiosity, to not only their clinical practice but to how TSU Osteopathy is run. Tanya graduated from RMIT in 2020, after working as a remedial massage therapist and completing a Bachelor of Creative Arts in Dance. Having worked alongside and experienced other modalities, including psychology, naturopathy and TCM, Tanya understands and supports a multimodality approach to health; it takes a team! Outside of the clinic, Tanya enjoys honing their pottery skills and patting all of the dogs (they are all cute and good doggos).
Conditions Tanya sees regularly
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Headaches and migraines
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Neck and thoracic pain
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Low back / sciatic pain including disc pathologies
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Rib pain
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Complex chronic or persistent pain
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Pelvic pain and dysfunction (external only)
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Pain and dysfunction associated with hypermobility and chronic illness eg. hEDS/HSD, endo, CFS/ME
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Sports and dance injuries
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General musculoskeletal or joint pain
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​Pregnancy and post-natal
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​Nerve pain including central sensitisation and peripheral
About osteopathy
Osteopaths are primary healthcare practitioners.
Osteopathy is a form of manual therapy which recognises the important link between the structure of the body and the way it functions. Osteopaths focus on how the skeleton, joints, muscles, nerves, circulation, connective tissue and internal organs work together as a unit. Using skilled evaluation, diagnosis and a wide range of hands-on techniques, osteopaths can assess and treat a wide range of aches and pains.
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Osteopathy is a very hands-on profession. Osteopathic treatment uses various manual therapy techniques, TSU Osteopathy has a focus on osteopathy in the cranial field (also known as craniosacral) along with other gentler techniques such as muscle energy techniques, mobilisation, myofascial release and more. TSU osteopathy rarely performs HVLA (manipulation), and does not apply this technique to the neck or to those under 18.
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In Australia, osteopaths are government registered practitioners who complete around five years’ of university training in anatomy, physiology, pathology, general medical diagnosis and osteopathic techniques.
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Osteopaths are primary healthcare practitioners and are trained to recognise conditions that require medical referral. They are also trained to perform standard medical examinations of the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory and nervous systems.
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TSU Osteopathy offers the Perrin Technique™ for people who are living with ME/CFS, long COVID and fibromyalgia. The Perrin Technique™ is an osteopathic approach to treating and supporting the function of the lymphatics/glymphatics (brain lymphatics) and the nervous system through lymphatic and osteopathic techniques. For more information, visit: https://theperrintechnique.com/ or contact the clinic.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Do I need a referral?
For osteopathic treatment, generally no referral is required and you are welcome to book an appointment.
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Referrals from a GP are only required for patients wishing to access osteopathic treatment with a Medicare rebate or for workers compensation.
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If you are looking for treatment under a workers compensation scheme, please email hello@tsuosteopathy.com.au to ensure TSU Osteopathy is the right fit for you.
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Medicare: Chronic Condition Care Plan
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What to expect in an initial appointment
During your initial appointment, your osteopath will gather a comprehensive case history and conduct an assessment which includes your medical history, lifestyle questions, and general health concerns. Typically, this appointment involves a physical assessment, treatment, and management advice; however, there may be instances where no treatment or management is provided at the first visit.
Throughout the consultation, all aspects of the appointment will be and explained, with a focus on empowering patients to make informed decisions regarding their consultation and health.
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For more information please visit,
https://whatisosteo.com/what-to-expect-from-your-appointment/
For any other questions, please email hello@tsuosteopathy.com.au,
call or text 0461 313 140
or book online here:
A Medicare Chronic Condition Care Plan is designed to assist with ongoing health issues by coordinating their care. This plan requires a referral from a General Practitioner (GP) and allows access to up five appointments each year with allied health professionals, such as osteopaths. The goal is to provide comprehensive support to manage chronic conditions effectively and improve overall health outcomes.
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Please note that consultation fees are required to be paid in full and submitted to Medicare for reimbursement.
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Cancellation Policy
While we understand that life happens, reminder texts are sent 2 days prior to appointments to give plenty of notice. Please ensure you inform us that you won't be attending by 4pm the day before your appointment. A simple 'N' will suffice.
If notice is given after this time, a $50 fee will be charged*.
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For appointments with a no show or less than 1 hour notice, a full fee* will be applied for the missed appointment.
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If there are extenuating circumstances, please let us know as this will always be considered.
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*50% of all cancellation fees will be donated to A Gender Agenda at the end of this financial year.
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Appointments and fees
Osteopathic services
Initial consultation: 60min, $185
Return consultation: 30-45min, $143
Long consultation: 60min, $185​
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Perrin Technique™ services
Initial consultation: 75min, $215
Return consultation: 45min, $143
Short consultation: 20-30min, $100*
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HICAPS available for health fund rebates
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*Please note this is a special price for Perrin Technique short appointments due to the nature of the treatment protocol.
Location
Located within Kind Yoga
1 Dairy Rd, Building 3, Studio 9, Fyshwick ACT 2609
Best Parking is in P3: Go straight at the roundabout after entering Gate 1 and turn right into P3 parking
