City Osteopaths Ltd

Melanie Young

Osteopathy

We help you out of pain and dis-ease and back to Health, in the nicest possible way!

Who I help

Hi I’m Dr Melanie Young from City Osteopaths Healthcare. We are a very well established (since 1992) multidisciplinary healthcare practice, providing expert care to all. Through seeing us, our patients move out of pain, and are quickly on the road back to health. We have an hour for the first appointment and 30 minutes for follow ups. An example of a recent patient suffering from headaches saw us taking a detailed medical history, perform the appropriate orthopaedic and osteopathic testing to diagnose the exact problem. We treated the pain through specific hands on treatment, nutritional and postural advice and specific exercises. Their headaches are now a thing of the past! My why is ‘to reduce unnecessary suffering’. If you are in pain, or feeling unwell, or you know someone who is, we look forward to seeing you or them. We help our patients recover their health in the context of their busy life. I am really proud of our team - please check out our Google reviews - we have over 577 with a 4.9/5 average!

The problem I solve

People of all ages (from new born babies to centenarians) who have been injured in the past and/or are in pain and/or unable to exercise as they would like to for their health and well being.

My point of difference

I studied to become an osteopath at RMIT University in Melbourne, graduating with Distinction in 1997. I then joined City Osteopaths in 1998 and became the director in 1999, because I wanted to work in a well run practice and I could see how things could be done better. I have over 45 years experience in dance, Tai Chi and Pilates. I draw on these foundations, combining them with gentle treatment approaches, including Functional, Counterstrain, Cranial & Biodynamic Osteopathy, to effectively treat a wide range of ages and conditions. I started studying Biodynamic Osteopathy in 2002 with Dr Jim Jealous, completing all nine phases. I have since taught and lectured in Biodynamic Osteopathy internationally. I now work each week from Breaker Bay and the central city and I love what I get to do each day!

My niche market

People in pain, of any age. People who do not feel well, have fatigue or even have a diagnosis that they want to see go into remission. Women who are having trouble getting pregnant, or are pregnant and struggling with discomfort and fatigue. People who have been through massive physical trauma and have never felt right since.

About

I have a clinical focus in providing gentle effective Cranial and Biodynamic Osteopathy for people of any age with past major physical trauma especially concussion recovery. I am very experienced in supporting individuals through pregnancy, preparation for labour, recovery post birth, babies and children. I also have a passion for working with people undergoing Orthodontics and enjoy treating the Temporo-Mandibular Joint (TMJ) and other mechanical issues of the cranium such as sinus, tongue problems (in babies or adults) or ear infections. My goal is to listen carefully to what your goals are and provide the best possible care. I love to help you move freely again, pain-free.

Products and services

I can help you or your loved ones with: Past major physical trauma including concussion recovery Fertility, pregnancy, babies and children Face, sinus, tongue, jaw and ear issues Back pain, neck pain, knee pain etc Long Covid symptoms/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Why I am a member

I wanted to meet more business people and especially women business people, as its been feeling a bit lonely out here! I really like the values, connection and support that NZBW provides.

An offer for you

10% off your initial consultation with any of our Registered Osteopaths or Massage Therapists =)

Testimonials

On our City Osteopaths Google my business page, we have over 577 Google reviews with a 4.9/5 average - please check them out here: https://g.page/r/CQXtUAd-BkHAEAE/review Here are a few Osteopathy reviews I have added here: 'My son had an accident which resulted in his front tooth being knocked forward and his top jawbone protruding through his gum. The dentist was going to cut the bone out. I went to City Osteopaths and after just one visit to Melanie, who is a cranial osteopath, the bone began to re-align into place. Within a week it was completely healed and the bone could not be seen at all. His behaviour, which had been affected badly due to headaches since the accident, also quickly came right after the treatment. I would highly recommend seeing an Osteopath to heal your ailments.' - Mother of a ten year old boy, Wellington 'I have been treated by Melanie since April this year following an injury to my knee which was severely limiting what I could do. The injury also compounded problems with my back and neck. I had regular treatments with Melanie to add support to my healing process.This is one of the real benefits of coming to an integrated healthcare provider which practices an ethos of genuine care and support to people to do their healing. So I'm healing well and hugely grateful to be moving with increasing ease and confidence.' - Vicki 'Finally, thanks to my osteopath I am pain-free after 8 months of pain and various tests and a mis-diagnosis by my GP and specialists. I was getting desperate with not knowing what was causing my pain. The GP had pretty much given up on me as he had explored all the avenues he could think of. A friend recommended that I try her osteopath, who she described as "wonderful". I was a bit sceptical but thought I had nothing to lose and no-one else seemed to have any ideas about how I could investigate further. Within a couple of appointments I was feeling the benefit of the treatment - which was non-invasive and relaxing - and the improvement has continued with each appointment so that I am now pain-free. From talking to me the osteopath quickly identified the cause of the problem and was then able to treat it. .... is the year I will remember as "my year of pain" but that is now just a memory, thanks to the osteopath.' 'I would recommend an osteopath for any mysterious aches and pains you have which your GP cannot identify or treat successfully. It certainly worked for me.' - J McDougall 'I have been coming to City Osteopaths for many years to help with my Fibromyalgia, Myofascial Pain Syndrome and also arthritis. The techniques used for me are cranial osteopathy, balanced ligamentous tension and counterstrain of trigger points. The combination of these approaches has been very effective in reducing pain levels, treating injuries (which I am prone to) and reducing stress levels by calming the sympathetic nervous system. The osteopaths I have seen at City Osteopaths are all highly trained and skilled at their work and I have always received very good service. The osteopaths listen carefully to what I say and treat accordingly. I continue to come to City Osteopaths because it is the most effective non-invasive treatment available to me and because of their very good service.' - C.H. Wellington 'My body seems to always have aches and pains, and I have been to countless practitioners over the years. City Osteopaths work differently. They work as a supportive team, and share their deep knowledge with each other, and recommend you to see the specialist that's the best fit for your concerns. I've referred so many people their way, because I know their practitioners are the very best of the best. I've seen Dr Melanie Young when I was very ill a few years ago, and she was so caring and helped me understand that recovery was possible, especially when I was feeling so lost. Andre was excellent with my acute injuries and chronic pains - he was so patient and assured in his expertise, and helped get my body out of pain. I'm currently seeing Venla who has in-depth understanding of hyper-mobile bodies and ADHD and is helping me with my goals to get my body stronger and on the right path to fitness without injuring myself every week when I was trying to do it on my own! On the eve of turning 50, I feel really positive about stepping into my best health ever, with the support of Dr Melanie Young and her team!' T Arthur, Wellington