Dr Laura Berends
Osteopath
Bachelor of Science (Osteopathy) / Master of Health Science (Osteopathy)
Laura believes every patient deserves to feel seen and genuinely cared for, and that starts with taking the time to listen. She treats a wide range of presentations, with a keen interest in neck pain, headaches, jaw pain, back pain, sports injuries and repetitive strain and overload injuries.
Laura’s treatment style draws on a range of osteopathic techniques, soft tissue massage, dry needling, articulation and joint manipulation. In her experience, combining these techniques with tailored exercise rehabilitation, genuine education, and practical advice on movement, ergonomics and sleep is the most effective approach. She offers care that's both thorough and truly individual, so each patient leaves feeling stronger, more capable and confident in their recovery.
Alongside her clinical work, Laura is passionate about mentoring the next generation of osteopaths. She teaches anatomy and physiology at RMIT, and her depth of knowledge and love of teaching informs the care and education she shares with her patients.
Outside of work, you'll find her baking, enjoying Melbourne's cafés, at the beach, watching live sport or in the gym.
Blogs by the team
Why is sleep so important?
We all know how a good nights sleep can leave us feeling fresh and ready to the tackle the day, but why is sleep so import? In the second of our posts on sleep Dr Belle Picco, Osteopath, explores this question as well as some of the potential outcomes of not getting enough sleep.
Why do I wake up sore?
As Osteopaths we get asked this question on a regular basis by a variety of patients " Why do I wake up sore?". We know that sleep is a restorative activity, one that provides the body with an opportunity for growth and repair, a time to recover from the stress of...
The importance of hydration
We have all heard that we should drink more water and that it is important to stay hydrated, but why? Dr Damien Ryan, Osteopath, takes us through some of the reasons and some handy hints on how to maintain adequate hydration throughout the day. Did you know...