Many practices only consider the disease and pain and treat using one method - medication. Unfortunately, this has many limitations over time.
At HealthState the practitioners treat your whole body and rather than only look at the disease, view your health as a dis-ease in your life.
Osteopath
When assessing your health, we look at the entire picture. Your Mind (stressors, foods, factors that cause you distress and pain) Your Body (previous injuries as well as the ergonomic and biomechanical compensations from your work and lifestyle) Your Spirit (connection with self, nature and others).
At HealthState we aim to find the cause of your discomfort and pain rather than temporarily treating the symptoms. Stress and poor diet are two of the leading causes of dis-ease in your body that lead to pain.
HealthState follows all current legitimate medical research for the benefit of all our patients. We also follow a variety of holistic approaches from around the world and determine which is the best for your particular case. We follow your individual progress to ensure you get the very best outcome from your treatment and management.
When all components of your health are not in balance then sickness and pain manifest. In treating and talking to each patient about all the factors in their lives, they are able to comfortably, release the stored tensions and emotions in a supportive environment.
A team of health professionals with a whole-body approach to long-term health.
Osteopath
Dr Chris Rickson (Osteopath) is the founder and director of HealthState Pty Ltd.
Chris formally an acrobat, dancer and aerialist working around the world in Japan, China, United States and was also in the opening ceremony of Commonwealth Games in Melbourne.
Chris has university training in Psychology (Murdoch University) and Osteopathic Medicine and a Masters (Victoria university)
Chris has lectured in anatomy for Victoria University St Albans campus and worked in the wet lab (Flinders Street Campus)
Working both structurally and cranially Chris has studied Biodynamics for the last 8 years.
Chris has also lectured for many mining companies in both biomechanics and ergonomics educating employees on how to use their bodies most effectively with minimal impact ensuring a happy and healthy body.
Chris works with patients from pregnancy, babies through to the elderly and professional athletes.
Osteopath
Dr Jimmy Doheny (Osteopath) completed his double bachelor studies through RMIT University in Melbourne, Victoria. Dr Jimmy is a qualified Yoga teacher and has a keen interest in natural movement and the connection of Mind and Body. His approach to Osteopathy integrates hands-on manual therapy and lifestyle interventions to promote wellness and ease of movement. This approach is suitable for people of all ages from athletes to home-bodies.
Outside of work, Dr Jimmy enjoys spending time with his new-born son, his wife and their two poodles, reading buddhist philosophy and deepening his meditation practice.
Osteopath
We’re excited to introduce Dr Nick, our new Osteopath, joining the team at our Midland Clinic starting in July. He’ll be available for appointments on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Dr Nick graduated with a Bachelor and Master of Osteopathy from Victoria University. Since then, he has been practising in private clinics across Victoria and now brings his skills and passion to WA.
With a patient-focused approach, Dr Nick combines hands-on osteopathic techniques, dry needling, and tailored corrective exercises to help you move better and feel your best. His goal is to support you in reaching your health goals with consistency and care.
Outside the clinic, Dr Nick plays football for South Fremantle Football Club and enjoys camping, fishing, beach days, and spending time with loved ones.
Nick treats patients 12 years old and above. Appointments with Dr Nick are now open.
“ HealthState is the most relaxing space I've ever been to. Their genuine interest in my health and well-being was such a pleasant surprise. I can't recommend them highly enough.
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