Matthew Blackburn
Registered Osteopath
B.App.SC, M.Osteo
Matt has a special interest in older persons and ageing care osteopathy, including chronic conditions. To ensure you receive the most appropriate care, bookings with Matt are managed directly through his own system.
Please click ‘Book with Matt’ and you’ll be taken to his online booking page.
Matt may also offer home care visits. Please call 0481089661 for more information on this service.
Matt is available Monday, Tuesday morning and Wednesday.
Originally from Queensland, Matt completed his Osteopathy degree at RMIT University in Melbourne as a mature-aged student, graduating in 2010. He relocated to Tasmania in 2011 and has since practiced in both Hobart an Sorell. Matt provides care for patients aged 12 through to the elderly.
In his late 20’s, Matt experienced significant pain and stiffness in his lower back and neck- uncommon for someone his age. These challenges introduced him to the benefits os osteopathy and inspired him to pursue studies in health. Thus journey ultimately led him to qualify as an osteopath in his late 40’s.
In his clinic, Matt places great emphasis on building meaningful relationships with his patients. He thrives on identifying the root causes of pain and discomfort, tailoring hands-on treatments, advice, and exercises to meet each individual’s needs. Matt adopts a holistic approach, considering physical conditions, mental health, and lifestyle factors to support effective treatment and ongoing management.
His treatment style focuses on traditional hands-on techniques, targeting areas of restrictions in muscles, joints, tendons, ligaments, nerves, and lymphatic structures, as required.
A lifelong learner with a strong interest in the human body, Matt has pursued advanced training in areas such as Osteopathy in the Cranial Field, visceral and peripheral nerve manipulation, pain management, and Manual Lymphatic Drainage (Vodder School).
Matt’s key areas of interest include
Neck, upper back and shoulder pain
Headaches and migraines
Chronic knee and hip pain
Lower back pain and sciatica
Stress and mental health support
Neurological conditions such as sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease and peripheral neuropathy
Beyond his professional life, Matt enjoys cooking and eating healthy food, exercising and playing the saxophone. Since moving to Tasmania, he has taken full advantage of the state’s natural beauty, often exploring it's wilderness through camping and hiking.
Member of Osteopathy Australia and registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulatory Agency (AHPRA).
Additional qualifications:
Licensed Perrin Technique Practitioner
Applied Manual Lymphatic Drainage (Vodder School)
Bachelor of Music, NSW Conservatorium of Music
For more information see www.mattblackburnosteopathy.com.au
