Dr. Christopher Rickson

B.Clin.Sc. MH. DO.
Registered Osteopath

Areas of Expertise
Osteopathy
Acute and chronic pain patients
Athletes

Christopher was born and raised in Perth, Western Australia. After studying Psychology for 2 years at Murdoch University in 1993, Chris went on to pursue his true passion as a dancer and acrobat for 10 years, which saw him travel to Japan, China, United States, Mexico, the South Pacific and around Australia. His most recent performance was as an acrobat in the opening of the 2006 Commonwealth Games in Melbourne.

Chris is also an internationally trained Aestitician, and has worked for Estee Lauder companies in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth.

In 2005 Christopher commenced studying Osteopathic Medicine at Victoria University in Melbourne. In addition to completing his masters degree and developing a measure of a ‘Patients Perception and Satisfaction of Osteopathy in the Cranial Field’, Chris also worked as a part time wet lab assistant and teacher of anatomy for myotherapy and Biomedical and Health Science students at Victoria University.

Christopher treats and manages a wide range of conditions for people from all walks of life ranging from the most acutely-affected patient to chronic pain management in the elderly. With his extensive acrobatic and dance background, Chris also enjoys treating performers and athletes of all types.

Christopher uses a combination of Osteopathic Techniques, and combines it with ergonomical, nutritional, rehabilitative and exercise advice to ensure the very best care and results with all his patients.

Most recently Chris has achieved significant results with Cerebral Palsy patients, migraine management and has recently completed Auslan 1 and 2 signing so he can treat the deaf.

 

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