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Flinders Health & Wellness
Welcome To Flinders Health and Wellness Clinic
Care that feels personal,
practical and local
Flinders Health and Wellness Clinic provides osteopathy, remedial massage, exercise rehabilitation and nursing/home care support for people across Flinders, Shoreham, Balnarring, Red Hill, Somers, Cape Schanck and the wider Mornington Peninsula.
We Listen
We take time to understand what is happening, what matters to you, and what might be affecting your pain, movement or recovery.
Care is Tailored
Treatment and advice are adapted to your presentation, comfort level, goals and health history.
Qualified, Experienced Professionals
Our team includes AHPRA-registered osteopaths and experienced allied health professionals.
Our Services
Osteopathy
Remedial Massage
Nursing and Aged Care Supports
Services
We offer a range of allied health and support services from our Flinders clinic. Care is tailored to your needs, goals and stage of recovery.
Our Services
Osteopathy
Osteopathy is a hands-on allied health service focused on the assessment and management of musculoskeletal pain, stiffness and movement concerns.
Care may include hands-on treatment, education, movement advice and exercise rehabilitation where appropriate.
Remedial Massage
Remedial massage may assist with muscle tension, soreness, stiffness and recovery from physical load.
Treatment is tailored to your comfort level, goals and presentation.
Read More About Remedial Massage
Exercise Rehabilitation
Exercise rehabilitation supports strength, mobility, balance, confidence and recovery.
Programs may be useful after injury, during ongoing pain, or when rebuilding capacity for daily life, work or activity.
Nursing and Home Care Support
Practice nurse and home care support is available through Hilde Aschehoug RN from Mark & Sylvie’s Home Care.
This service may support people needing practical care, health monitoring or home-based assistance in the community.
Read More About Mark & Sylvie's Home Care
Osteopathy
Osteopathy is a hands-on allied health service that focuses on the assessment and management of musculoskeletal pain, stiffness and movement concerns.
Treatment may include: dry needling, joint mobilisation, pain education, joint traction, soft tissue massage and exercise rehab and advice.
Best for musculoskeletal injuries, people needling to build capacity or long term pain conditions.
Remedial Massage
Remedial massage is a hands-on therapy that may assist with muscle tension, soreness, stiffness and recovery from physical load.
Tegan will tailor your treatment to your comfort level and the pressure and techniques can be adjusted to suit your needs.
Tegan also will thoroughly screen whether massage is appropriate for your complaint and can give advice when further referral is needed.
Exercise Therapy
Our Osteopaths Brooke and Catalina are also able to discuss exercises which may be suitable to manage your complaint .
We have a heavy emphasis on exercise therapy for musculoskeletal complaints and can provide strengthening, recovery and stretching advice if required.
We aim to deliver exercises in collaboration with available evidence and can progress as required.
Why Choose Us
Why Choose the Flinders Health and Wellness Clinic
We aim to provide care that is clear, practical and tailored to the person in front of us.
Clear management plans
We explain what we find, what may be contributing to your symptoms, and what your next steps may involve.
Care tailored to your goals
Your care plan is shaped around your presentation, comfort level, daily life and movement goals.
Where appropriate, care may include hands-on treatment, education, movement advice and exercise rehabilitation.
Local, accessible care
Based in Flinders, we support people from surrounding Mornington Peninsula communities
The Team
Meet Our Team
Our practitioners bring different skills and experience across osteopathy, remedial massage, exercise rehabilitation and home care support.
Brooke Stevenson
Osteopath, Clinic Director
Brooke Stevenson is an AHPRA-registered osteopath and clinic director at Flinders Health and Wellness Clinic.
Since graduating from Victoria University in 2012, Brooke has worked with people experiencing musculoskeletal pain, injury, persistent pain concerns and changes in strength, balance and mobility.
Her care may include hands-on treatment, education, dry needling where appropriate, exercise rehabilitation and practical self-management advice.
Catalina Avila-Lemos
Osteopath, Pilates Instructor
Catalina Avila-Lemos is an AHPRA-registered osteopath with an interest in movement, rehabilitation and practical care for pain and injury.
Her care may include hands-on treatment, education, exercise-based support and Pilates-informed rehabilitation where appropriate.
Outside of private practice, Catalina also works within the Peninsula Pilates Studio.
Catalina has also completed extra training in postpartum care, dry needling and exercise prescription.
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Tegan Robertson
Remedial Massage Therapist
Tegan Robertson provides remedial massage support for muscle tension, soreness, stiffness and recovery from physical load.
Her care is tailored to each person’s comfort level, presentation and goals.
Tegan can work with a broad range of clientele and provides a supportive and caring approach to her management. She is also undertaking further studying in oncology massage.
conditions we work with
Lower Back Pain
Lower back pain can affect sitting, lifting, walking, sleep, work and day-to-day movement. At Flinders Health and Wellness Clinic, our osteopaths provide evidence-informed assessment and care for lower back pain, including acute back pain, persistent low back pain, lumbar stiffness, hip and pelvic-related movement concerns, and injury recovery. Care may include hands-on treatment, movement advice, education, load management and exercise rehabilitation where appropriate.
Neck Pain
Neck pain can affect turning, driving, desk work, sleep, exercise and daily movement. At Flinders Health and Wellness Clinic, our osteopaths provide evidence-informed assessment and care for neck pain, including acute neck pain, persistent neck stiffness, posture-related neck tension, headaches linked with neck movement, whiplash-related concerns and upper back stiffness. Care may include hands-on treatment, movement advice, education, load management and exercise rehabilitation where appropriate.
Shoulder Pain and Injuries
Shoulder pain can affect lifting, reaching, sleeping, training, work and everyday tasks. At Flinders Health and Wellness Clinic, our osteopaths provide thorough assessment and care for shoulder pain, including rotator cuff-related pain, shoulder stiffness, upper back and neck-related shoulder symptoms, training-related shoulder injuries and movement limitations. Care may include hands-on treatment, movement advice, education, load management and exercise. We will also discuss with you whether further review is needed.
Knee Pain
Knee pain can come from many causes, including sport, running, arthritis, tendon irritation, injury, or changes in strength and load. At our Flinders clinic, we assess how your knee, hip, ankle and movement patterns may be contributing, then guide care with treatment, exercise rehabilitation and practical advice where appropriate.
Headaches and TMJ Pain
Headaches and jaw pain may be linked with neck stiffness, jaw tension, clenching, posture, stress, desk work or changes in movement around the neck and upper back. At our Flinders clinic, we assess how your neck, jaw, shoulders and movement patterns may be contributing, then guide care with treatment, education, exercise rehabilitation and practical advice where appropriate.
Hip, Pelvic and Sacro-iliac Pain
Hip, pelvic and sacroiliac pain can show up as local discomfort, stiffness, referred pain, weakness, instability or difficulty with walking, sitting, sleep, running or exercise. At our Flinders clinic, we look at joint mobility, muscle control, stability, load tolerance and any associated symptoms to help guide care. Treatment may include hands-on support, targeted rehabilitation, movement advice and practical strategies where appropriate.
Golfers Elbow, Tennis Elbow and general elbow pain
Elbow pain may be related to gripping, lifting, desk work, sport, gym training, tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow or tendon irritation around the forearm. At our Flinders clinic, we assess how your elbow, wrist, shoulder, strength and movement patterns may be contributing, then guide care with treatment, load advice, exercise rehabilitation and practical self-management strategies where appropriate.
Frequently Asked QuestionS
Frequently Asked Questions
No, you do not need a referral to see an osteopath or for remedial massage at Flinders Health and Wellness Clinic. Osteopaths are primary healthcare practitioners who can assess, diagnose, and treat musculoskeletal conditions including back pain, neck pain, sports injuries, and headaches without a GP referral.
You can book your osteopathy appointment online through our Book Now page, contact us via email through our Contact Us page, or call our clinic directly. Our team is available to help you access prompt, professional osteopathic care.
Note: If you have a chronic disease management plan (EPC) or Enhanced Primary Care plan from your GP, please bring your referral to access Medicare rebates.
Medical imaging and reports: Please bring any relevant MRI scans, CT scans, X-rays, or ultrasound reports related to your condition. While we can access some imaging results online, public hospital scans are not typically available digitally, so physical copies are recommended.
Referral and medical information: If you have been referred by a GP or specialist, bring your referral letter, care plan documentation, or discharge paperwork. This helps us provide comprehensive treatment and coordinate your care.
Clothing: Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing to allow your osteopath to properly assess movement, posture, and the affected area. For lower back pain, hip problems, or leg injuries, shorts or activewear are ideal.
Sport-specific equipment: If your injury relates to running, cycling, or another sport, bringing relevant footwear or equipment can assist with biomechanical assessment.
Accessibility requirements: If you have mobility limitations or require assistance with wheelchair access, handrails, or support on arrival, please contact our clinic before your appointment so we can ensure a safe and smooth visit.
Yes, osteopathy and remedial massage services at Flinders Health and Wellness Clinic are covered by most private health insurance providers under Extras cover. We have HICAPS facilities available, allowing you to claim your rebate on the spot and only pay the gap amount.
To check your eligibility and rebate amount, contact your health fund prior to your appointment or bring your membership card and we can process your claim immediately after treatment.
Note: Rebate amounts vary depending on your level of cover and annual limits with your provider.
Osteopathy can be partially covered by Medicare if you have a valid Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) plan or Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plan from your GP. Under these plans, you may be eligible for up to 5 allied health visits per calendar year with a Medicare rebate.
To access Medicare rebates for osteopathy treatment, you will need a referral from your GP. Please bring your referral letter to your appointment so we can process your claim correctly.
Please note: Remedial massage is not covered under Medicare EPC plans, but may be claimable through private health insurance or WorkCover/TAC schemes depending on your circumstances.
Most treatments are gentle and non-invasive. Some of the Orthopedic testing may provoke pain, however we will explain this while performing and ensure you are aware of techniques and manoeuvres which may be pain provoking.
We provide care to those seeking assistance directly for a complaint. If you do have complex care needs, have multiple providers or are in recovery from a surgery or medical intervention it is advised you check with your primary care provider first.
In Australia, both osteopaths, physiotherapists and chiropractors are regulated healthcare professionals who specialise in treating musculoskeletal conditions. The difference can come from the approach, training and philosophy.
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Osteopaths tend to look at the entire body and aim to provide support with manual therapy and prescription of rehab programs. We tend to see a broad range of musculoskeletal issues, from a range of causes. Osteopaths tend to see a heavily musculoskeletal case-load with a mix of chronic and acute complaints. Osteopaths focus on ranges of motion, special testing and functional assessment for musculoskeletal assessment. We recognise that asymmetry is normal, alignment is variable between people - however we focus on whether those issues are contributing to the biggest picture of the condition you are experiencing.
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Chiropractic care often places greater emphasis on the spine and nervous system. The emphasis is often on alignment and they use manual techniques such as: applicators, drop tables and manipulation. Many people find great relief with Chiropractic care.
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Physiotherapy is a widely valued member the medical care system. They complete a 4 year degree with focus on providing support in the hospital, aged care and private practice setting. Physiotherapy follows a strong evidence informed plan for management, while still completing similar assessments and ongoing capacity assessment.
What can matter more than the professional title - is whether the therapists can support the following:
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Can trust the therapist providing care and feel heard
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Whether they are providing care that improves your symptoms
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Whether they are providing care that aligns with your goals
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They know when to refer your condition on and when you need escalated medical assessment
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If they have evidence to support the therapy that they provide.
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They are not making you feel dependant on them - you should feel empowered after seeing any MSK (musuloskeletal) practitioner = Not that you 'need' them every time you have pain. While it is a compliment that someone trusts our opinion, we want you to feel confident in your own body.
Obviously, this page has been written by an Osteopath, Brooke Stevenson. I personally and professionally can appreciate that all practitioners can have their role to play in your care. If you were unsure of who might be able to help - feel free to call us : 0403 759 953.
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Some techniques can create a clicking or 'cracking' sound, but Osteopathy isn't just about that. We tend to focus on finding the approach which works best for your body and comfort level - many techniques are very gentle and don't involve manipulation at all. If we do think a technique may help, we will discuss and explain first.
However the biggest focus on treatment is getting you moving in general, with a higher focus placed on rehabilitation and supportive care.
We have a range of patients who see us for rehab only - so you don't need to have any manual therapy done if you don't feel comfortable.
Private health rebates may be available on the spot with our HICAPs claiming system, however there can be significant variation between policy limits as well as extras. We strongly suggest you check first on whether you are eligible as well as your coverage.
We will need you to check this yourself prior to the appointment as there are a range of levels of cover and providers.
Osteopaths are expertly trained to provide treatment and support to a range of musculoskeletal conditions.
Many people associate Osteopaths with 'bones' however we work with a joints, ligament injuries, tendinopathies, headaches, migraines, as well as sporting injuries.
We conduct thorough assessments, provide diagnosis within our scope of practice, we use a range of hands-on based therapy as well as additional rehab with the aim of strengthening you in recovery. We follow clinical guidelines where available and provide tailored exercise programs and self-management strategies.
Osteopaths work as part of your healthcare team, collaborating with GPs, physiotherapists, and specialists. We can provide referrals for imaging and give you guidance on whether further referral is needed.
To be an Osteopath and maintain registration we are required to obtain a Bachelor of Science (Clinical Sciences) and a Master of Health Science (Osteopathy).
During the Masters degree, we also complete a research project and have ongoing CPD and professional education standards.
Our Osteopaths are both fully registered with AHPRA.
Tegan our remedial therapist has completed her training in Australia and is a registered remedial massage therapist - which also requires her to complete ongoing continued professional development.
Contact Us
Today
Contact
0403 759 943
Location
Shop 3/ 48 Cook Street, FLINDERS
VIC 3929
Hours:
Monday: 8 am - 5 pm
Tuesday: 8 am - 6 pm
Wednesday: 9 am - 7 pm
Thursday: 9 am - 5 pm
Friday: 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday: 9 am - 2 pm
Sunday: CLOSED
© Flinders Health and Wellness Clinic, 2026
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Contact:
P: 0403 759 943
F: 0387 320 376
info@flindershealthandwellnessclinic.com.au
A: Shop 3/ 48 Cook Street,
FLINDERS, VIC, 3929
© Flinders Health and Wellness Clinic, 2026