Guy Wolton
Hope Island Osteopath
AN ALL-ENCOMPASSING VIEW ON THE HUMAN BODY
Osteopathy is an evidence-based, hands-on manual therapy profession with an all-encompassing view of the human body and focusing on addressing the root cause of a complaint. Osteopathy is one of 14 health professions regulated at the federal government level by the Australian Health Practitioner Registration Agency (AHPRA).
Osteopaths focus on how your bones, muscles, joints nerves, circulatory system, connective tissue and internal organs function as a holistic unit. Further, osteopaths consider how lifestyle, work or psychological factors may be contributing to your pain picture. Treatment involves manual therapy techniques with the aim of easing pain, reducing swelling and improving overall mobility. Osteopaths also offer personal advice stretching and strengthening exercises, posture, work ergonomics and stress management.
Whether you’re a tradie, office administrator, stay at home parent or anything in between, life comes with its toll on your body. In most adults, it’s common to develop a range of aches and pains and Osteopaths can diagnose and treat various complaints.
Hayley McCormick
Hope Island Osteopath
AN ALL-ENCOMPASSING VIEW ON THE HUMAN BODY
Hayley recently relocated from Melbourne after completing a Bachelor of Science (Osteopathy) and a Master of Health Science (Osteopathy) at Victoria University. Growing up playing basketball, swimming, and now training for triathlons, Hayley understands how frustrating it can be when pain or injury gets in the way of doing what you enjoy. She’s passionate about helping people feel better, move more freely, and get back to the things they love, with a clear plan and confidence in their body. Hayley has a particular interest in neck and back pain, headaches, jaw pain, and gym and sports-related injuries. She takes a hands-on, practical approach that’s tailored to each person, combining manual therapy, exercise, and education to help reduce pain, improve movement, and keep you moving well in the long term.
Before relocating, Hayley worked as a sports trainer with a local AFL club in Melbourne, where she gained experience managing injuries and helping athletes return to play with confidence. She enjoys working with a wide range of people, from those dealing with ongoing aches and pains, to those wanting to move and perform at their best. Outside of the clinic, you’ll usually find Hayley training for triathlons, out on a sunrise walk, or stopping in at a local cafe.