A place to cultivate your whole health

 

At Waiheke Osteopaths our goal is to support you to be the best you can be.

Our bodies are amazing and designed to heal themselves with the right nurture.

We provide that steady respectful cultivation of health in a safe environment.

Our common ground is our respected experience and the heart with which we approach our work.

EILEEN GLOVER

Osteopath

Eileen graduated from RMIT, Melbourne in 2001.

She has run a busy island based practice for over 20 years, alongside teaching Clinical Science and working as an independent Clinical Examiner.

Eileen is a Graduate of RMIT, Melbourne, Australia.

Her passion for Osteopathy led her to want to share her knowledge, so, as well as running her own busy private clinic, she spent many years inspiring students in  best clinical practise in her role as an internationally respected Osteopathic Educator and Examiner.

For over 20 years she has worked with universities within their clinical programme and as an examiner for graduating students.

She has broad clinical experience, (with a love for diversity), having worked closely with everyone from sports professionals to newborn babies.

Eileen is especially interested in assisting people to maintain their health and flexibility as they age.

ROSE SIMONIS

Osteopath

Rose is a graduate of the distinguished European School of Osteopathy in southeast England.

She has previously worked at a renowned clinic specialising in paediatric osteopathy and, along with her advanced training in women’s health, Rose has successfully treated patients from a week old through to individuals in their 90’s.

Rose is a graduate of the distinguished European School of Osteopathy in southeast England. With a deep commitment to empowering individuals, Rose uses osteopathy to help people live, move, and feel free from pain, with enhanced ease and vitality.

Rose believes in the power of education and self management tools and strategies to give you the confidence in the innate strength and health of your body. Targeted exercises will be offered in the session to strengthen and mobilize specific areas, putting you in control of your health journey.

Rose has previously worked at a renowned clinic specializing in paediatric osteopathy, addressing neurodevelopmental delays, including ADHD and autism. Her advanced training in women’s health has enhanced her ability to address (unnecessarily!) common female health concerns, combining lifestyle advice with osteopathic care for meaningful improvements.  Beyond these specialties, Rose has successfully treated a wide range of patients—from newborns less than a week old to individuals in their tenth decade of life. Her adaptable approach ensures personalized care for every stage of life.

Rose is excited to get to know you and support you on your journey of living your best life!

Science

Professional Experts

An Osteopathic degree is a five year double science degree. It includes a  depth of training in anatomy, physiology,biology, pathology, chemistry, orthopaedics, biomechanics  and clinical sciences. The health philosophy behind Osteopathy is a specialist one that treats the body as a dynamic whole. The techniques we use are supported by science and come from the safest base of thorough knowledge and training.

Compassion

Deep Focus & Care

Osteopathy is very much Science plus Heart. We meet you on all levels. You will be treated with respect and educated and inspired to care for your health in your own way. Osteopaths gently tune into your system. It takes expertise as well as a certain kind of presence to listen, touch and respond to what is going on in your body and being.

Expertise

Assessment & Healing

Our hands-on work is the practical application of science and heart. Diagnosis and treatment are carried out with our hands and the use of specialised orthopaedic testing. We use touch, manipulation, stretching, cranial and other techniques to support your body’s own healing mechanisms. We are working with the relationships of all the systems in the body.

An Osteopathic degree is a five year double science degree. It includes a depth of training in anatomy, physiology, biology, pathology, chemistry, orthopaedics, biomechanics and clinical sciences. The health philosophy behind Osteopathy is a specialist one that treats the body as a dynamic whole. The techniques we use are supported by science and come from the safest base of thorough knowledge and training.

Osteopathy is very much Science plus Heart. We meet you on all levels. You will be treated with respect and educated and inspired to care for your health in your own way. Osteopaths gently tune into your system. It takes expertise as well as a certain kind of presence to listen, touch and respond to what is going on in your body and being.

Our hands-on work is the practical application of science and heart. Diagnosis and treatment are carried out with our hands and the use of specialised orthopaedic testing. We use touch, manipulation, stretching, cranial and other techniques to support your body’s own healing mechanisms. We are working with the relationships of all the systems in the body.

OUR KAITIAKI APPROACH

 

We think of ourselves as Caretakers, (Kaitiaki) of your health.

We apply our knowledge and expertise while creating the opportunity for waking up the body’s natural healing – then find ways to make that lasting. We genuinely make you feel at ease.

“The healing successes at our clinic are as much to do with our philosophy as our specialist techniques.”
Eileen Glover

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM YOUR FIRST SESSION

  • Osteopathy is ACC registered. You can make your own appointment with or without a referral from your Doctor.
  • Your initial 1 hour consultation will also include your first treatment.
  • Your health issues will be discussed and history notes will be taken.
  • Your Osteopath will physically examine you and it may be necessary to remove some clothing to carry out the assessment. Naturally, your privacy will be respected.
  • Simple stretches and movements will provide an accurate analysis of your posture and mobility.
  • Your joints, ligaments and tissues will be assessed using a specialised technique of touch called palpation.
  • A treatment plan will be proposed which may include home exercise programs, dietary and lifestyle changes.

A WHOLE BODY APPROACH

A five year Osteopathy Degree includes a depth of training in anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, and clinical sciences  With training in orthopaedics, pathology, neurology and muskuloskeletal medicine we can assess you medically as well as osteopathically. Our assessments take into account the dynamic unity of a person – not just the body mechanics and musculoskeletal system, and not just the presenting symptom.

Everything in the body is inter-related.

An injury in the neck can create symptoms in our arms and hands, and visa versa, a frozen shoulder will limit the movement of the neck. An inflamed gut can give you back pain. Stress does affect numerous functions of the body in addition to one’s mood. Whatever the issue, Osteopaths know the best techniques to help the body gently back to balance.

Growing awareness of the broad effectiveness of Osteopathy.

Often Osteopathy can make the difference to having surgery or not as this case study shows (link) and it is a drug free way to support your immune system. In the case of healing trauma (trauma can be stored within the body) Osteopathy is now widely recognised as very effective. Studies in of patients in hospital in the USA, showed those who received osteopathic care for injuries recovered faster than those who did not (from a study in the 1950’s).

The Science & Safety is Compelling. And in real life, it works.

Everything that Osteopathy achieves is done safely and naturally. One of the most amazing things about Osteopathic Medicine is how practitioners are trained to feel and interpret delicate changes in all body tissues. As well as being trained in scientific diagnosis, they listen to the subtle tissue health signs in the body. They reinstate health through a gentle hands-on approach.

People Orientated, Not Disease orientated.

It’s your life and potential we are most interested in, even though we are thoroughly trained to be able to make a scientifically based diagnosis. We cultivate the innate healing process within you and give you the tools to get better and maintain that new balance as much as possible. All of us at Waiheke Osteopaths are proud to not just change the mechanics of the people’s bodies, but to change lives.

Grounded professionals

All of the Osteopaths here recognise the importance of our own groundedness and self-care. We don’t superimpose our belief systems. We listen with our hands and respond to what the body tells us.

Extend your thinking on what Osteopathy can do.

Osteopathy is well known for its successes with back pain and sports injuries, and it is well known as playing a significant role in pain management and stress management. Many come to Osteopaths for “essential health maintenance.”

Here is a list of some of the things Osteopathy can help:

Pain

  • neck pain
  • back pain
  • sciatica
  • headaches and migraines
  • jaw pain and TMJ syndromes
  • pain resulting from motor vehicle accidents
  • pain resulting from over-use and sports injuries
Pregnancy Issues

  • back pain
  • digestive upset
  • edema and swelling

Systemic Problems

  • neurological syndromes
  • digestive disorders
  • genitourinary problems
  • chronic infectious disease
  • circulatory problems

Children

  • colic
  • spitting up
  • sucking difficulty
  • delayed development
  • birth trauma
  • otitis media

Respiratory

  • asthma
  • bronchitis
  • pleurisy
  • allergies
  • Ear, Nose & Throat Problems
  • chronic ear infections
  • recurrent sore throats
  • frequent colds
  • glaucoma
  • sinusitis
  • tinnitus

TESTIMONIALS

CONTACT US

Landline: 09 372 8288
Text or Phone Eileen : 027 372 8288
Text or Phone Rose : 020 453 5146
Email: waihekeosteopaths@gmail.com

Address: 25 Erua Rd, Ostend, Waiheke Island, 1081

Waiheke Osteopaths

Contact Us:

Landline: 09 372 8288
Text or Phone Eileen : 027 372 8288
Text or Phone Rose : 020 453 5146
Email: waihekeosteopaths@gmail.com

Address:
25 Erua Rd, Ostend,
Waiheke Island, 1081

Opening Hours:

We are open Monday-Friday: 8am-5pm

Appointments outside these hours can be arranged directly with Eileen Glover.

Prices:

Initial consultation (up to 1hr): $130

Follow up (standard) consultation (30 to 45 mins): $100

Children: $80

All consultations will include time to discuss your history, issues, treatment plan etc

ACC consultations incur a surcharge:
Adult $65 and Child $50 (both Initial & Standard consultations)