Dr Rusty Gaddes

Osteopath — BAppSc (Human Anatomy), Master of Osteopathy

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Dr Rusty Gaddes

Osteopath — BAppSc (Human Anatomy), Master of Osteopathy

Hi, I’m Dr Rusty — Your Collingwood Osteopath, with a special interest in chronic pain, nervous system health, and helping people reconnect with their bodies to regain movement, function, and wellbeing.

My approach blends hands-on osteopathic care with a deep understanding of how stress, trauma, posture, and life experiences shape the way our bodies function.

Philosophy

I believe pain isn’t just structural, it’s often the result of patterns your body and nervous system have developed over time.

I blend hands-on osteopathy with nervous system-informed care creating a treatment that is collaborative, informative, and tailored to your body and capacity on the day, ensuring you feel safe and empowered throughout the process.

Training & Approach

I use a combination of:

  • manual osteopathic techniques

  • functional movement assessment

  • nervous system regulation strategies

  • breath and body awareness work

My goal is simple:
To identify and treat the underlying drivers of your pain, while helping your body regain movement, resilience, and ease — so you can get back to living and functioning at your best.