Holistic Bodyworks

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 assist with the treatment of:

• Back/neck pain
• Headaches/migraines
• Sports injuries
• Arthritis/joint pain
• Muscular strains
• Child assessment and treatment
• Postural problems

Manual techniques are used to encourage the body to heal itself. These include soft tissue massage, stretching, joint articulation, manipulation and muscle energy technique.

We encourage you to take responsibility for your own long term health and well-being.

Services On Offer

• Osteopathy
• Remedial Massage
• Deep Tissue Massage
• Clinical Pilates
• Sports Injury Treatment
• Lymphatic Drainage
• Myotherapy

Osteopaths are government registered primary healthcare practitioners. You don’t need a GP referral, and on the spot health insurance claims are available through HICAPS.

Dr Nicola Shelton (Osteopath)

Role in our team: Senior Osteopath

Nicola knows first-hand the human body’s ability to heal and rejuvenate with the right form of treatment, following her 9-year career as a gymnast. It was this experience that led Nicola to explore the science of Osteopathy – completing a double-degree of Clinical Science and Master of Health Science at Victoria University, and later, studies in Clinical Pilates with a particular focus on antenatal and post-natal conditioning.

Today, Nicola has a solid 19 years’ clinical experience treating complaints ranging from headaches to debilitating sporting, workplace (such as disc sprains and postural problems), and age-related injuries or conditions. Nicola has a strong belief in education and rehabilitation to prevent further injuries, so she will provide a detailed explanation of the disease process, and incorporate both in-clinic and at-home Clinical Pilates exercises into the treatment plan.

Nicola is available for appointments Tuesday and Thursday. Contact us to book your appointment with Nicola today.

Dr Jessie Wood (Osteopath)

Role in our team: Senior Osteopath

Jessie was first introduced to osteopathy as a teenager after sustaining a back injury, and she has been hooked ever since. Jessie graduated from Victoria University with a Bachelor of Clinical Science and a Masters in Health Science. Since graduating she has gained considerable experience, working as an Osteopath in Melbourne for 12 years.

Jessie has a passion for understanding the human body, and she loves the problem-solving nature of being an osteopath. She believes that every body is unique, and as such, every treatment is unique, making osteopathic practice both challenging and immensely rewarding.
Jessie has a particular interest in treating women during pregnancy and beyond, as well as their babies and children. She loves being part of this special journey, giving therapeutic relief as well as advice and support for self-care.

Jessie also loves to treat neck and back pain, headaches and jaw pain, and she has a wealth of personal experience to draw from when treating her patients, making her an empathetic and considerate practitioner.

Jessie is available for appointments on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Contact us to book your appointment with Jessie today.

Dr Cassie Bengough

Role in our team: Osteopath

After realising her passion for connecting with people and helping them feel strong and empowered, Cassie chose to embark in a career in Osteopathy. She completed her five-year double degree at RMIT.

She works as an Osteopath and personal trainer, enjoying the ability to help people achieve their health and fitness goals. Her treatment style utilizes her empathy and anatomy knowledge to formulate an individualized plan to yield results.

As a practitioner, Cassie thoroughly enjoys being able to help improve people’s quality of life through a combination of education, movement and hands on therapy techniques such as deep tissue massage, joint manipulation and dry needling for a very holistic treatment.

She has a further passion for treating athletes and women throughout their pregnancy journeys. She enjoys teaching reformer Pilates to facilitate various forms of rehabilitation and improve proprioception to enhance athletic performance.

Cassie has extensive experience working with many sporting teams to aid with acute injury management and injury prevention. As a holistic health care professional she emanates a love for all things health and wellness including time with friends and family, planning holidays, cuddling animals and enjoying good food.

Cassie is available for appointments Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Contact us to book your appointment with Cassie today.

Dr Paige Marshall

Role in our team: Osteopath

Paige’s journey into the world of Osteopathy began at the age of 13 after a series of sporting injuries resulted in her seeking treatment. This combined with her passion for helping people and a profound love for human anatomy, her interest in Osteopathy was sparked. Paige graduated from Victoria University with a Bachelor of Science (Osteopathy) and Master of Health Science (Osteopathy) and has done post-graduate qualifications in Myofascial Dry Needling and Cupping.

Having an Aerial Acrobatic background, Paige has a particular interest in acute injury management within the gymnastic, acrobatic, and dancing fields. Additionally, Paige has a passion for women’s health, paediatrics and enjoys treating head, neck, jaw, low back and pelvic related conditions.

As an Osteopath, Paige has a structural and compassionate treatment style that aims to treat and find the cause of the body’s dysfunction. Paige utilises a wide range of treatment techniques to help patients achieve their optimal health and well-being by providing personalised and holistic care.

Paige loves the human body’s innate ability to heal and restore balance, and how Osteopathy completes that puzzle perfectly.

Paige is available for appointments Tuesday, Friday and Saturday. Contact us to book your appointment with Paige today.