FRAME Osteopathy
FRAME Osteopathy, located in the heart of Ōtautahi Christchurch, is a trusted osteopathic practice led by the skilled Julia Carlé. Nestled within Flow Therapeutics, it offers a serene and welcoming environment ideal for finding relief from various musculoskeletal issues and promoting overall wellness.
With a team that boasts over 35 years of combined experience, FRAME Osteopathy provides personalized, evidence-informed care, helping people of all ages move better, recover from injuries, and enhance their overall well-being. Our practitioners address common issues such as lower back and neck pain, sports injuries, and pregnancy-related discomfort.
We pride ourselves on delivering holistic care that treats the body as an interconnected system, enabling our osteopaths to not only address symptoms but also tackle the root causes of problems. Conveniently located in central Christchurch, we are dedicated to helping our patients get back to doing what they love.
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 8h-17h
- tuesday: 8h-18h
- wednesday: 8h-17h
- thursday: 9h-17h
- friday: (closed)
- saturday: (closed)
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Our comment from PhysioFinder.net about FRAME Osteopathy:
Expert Osteopathic Care in a Calming Environment
FRAME Osteopathy is widely recognized for providing exceptional osteopathic treatments in a beautiful and serene setting. Located in a charming brick building in Christchurch, the clinic offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere that immediately puts visitors at ease. Patients consistently highlight the team's ability to combine professional expertise with genuine compassion, creating a space where individuals feel truly heard and supported throughout their recovery journey.
Holistic Approach and Root Cause Analysis
What distinguishes FRAME Osteopathy is its holistic philosophy. Practitioners like Julia, Susanna, Sarah, Lucien, and Neil are praised for looking beyond surface-level symptoms to identify the underlying source of pain or dysfunction. This "root cause" approach ensures that treatments are not merely temporary fixes but provide lasting relief and improved mobility. Whether addressing acute injuries, chronic conditions, or preparing the body for life events, the team employs a comprehensive strategy that respects the body's natural healing processes.
Specialized Care for Diverse Needs
The center offers a broad range of osteopathic services tailored to various patient demographics and specific health concerns. The experienced team handles complex cases with care, including:
- Recovery from surgery and trauma: Supporting patients after breast cancer surgery, concussion, whiplash, and other significant medical events.
- Pregnancy and postnatal care: Providing safe, gentle treatments to alleviate pain during pregnancy and prepare the body for birth, with a focus on comfort and security.
- Pediatric osteopathy: Specialized visceral osteopathy for children, addressing issues like chronic abdominal pain with compassion and skill.
- Sports and physical maintenance: Regular tune-ups for athletes and physically active individuals to prevent injury and maintain peak performance.
- Chronic pain management: Long-term strategies to reduce persistent pain and improve quality of life.
Patient-Centered Experience and Results
Patients frequently describe the treatment experience as intuitive, gentle, and highly effective. Practitioners take the time to explain their methods, offering educational insights into how the body works and providing tools such as breathing techniques, yoga poses, and exercises to support recovery at home. The clinic is noted for its "magic hands" and diagnostic accuracy, often resolving issues that previous treatments could not. From initial consultation to follow-up care, the consistent themes in patient feedback are professionalism, empathy, and a noticeable improvement in overall well-being.
FRAME Osteopathy: Reviews
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Reviews on Google
5,0 out of 5 from 48 reviews
Fantastic experience: Exceptional practitioners that have made a big difference in my body as someone who pushes it to the limit with Ultramarathons. My go to team when a niggle appears, or if I’m feeling like I need a tune up. Thank you Frame
Thank you !! See you when you next need a tune up!
Fantastic experience: Lucien was amazing. I came in with a sore back and hip from carrying my toddler around while pregnant, and he was able to help loosen my hip significantly! I was a bit nervous with treatment during pregnancy, but Lucien made me feel really comfortable and ensured that I had plenty of support under my belly and knees. Overall the space is beautiful, clean, and comfortable.
Thanks Dani! See you when you need us!
Fantastic experience: I just had an absolute wonderful treatment with Lucien. My sacrum was very sore for days. The treatment was really helpful, communication was great, all techniques used were just amazing and I felt an instant relief and the pain and my mobility improved right after. Lucien also explained and demonstrated some exercises for me to do to support recovery. I appreciated his explanations , high level of knowledge and warm diminor. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking osteopathy treatment. Looking forward to my next treatment. Thank you!
Amazing Valentina. Thank you. We look forward to seeing you next time. :)
Fantastic experience: Lucien provides a relaxed and safe environment and was integral in keeping me accountable during the rehabilitation process of my knee injury!
Fantastic experience: Highly highly recommend! My shoulders had been super tight and bothering me for a really long time and Lucien provided a treatment that helped so much, eased the tension immediately, alongside some tools, yoga poses and breathing techniques that would help me stay more balanced and lighten the load going forward. I also felt like the whole process was really well explained and I learned a lot about how everything in the body is connected and what we can do to stay aware of the tensions that we hold. Thank you :)
You are welcome Lili. Thanks so much for the review!
Fantastic experience: Had an amazing session and consultation with Lucien after going in for some upper back/shoulder pain. Being a first timer to osteopathy, Lucien explained everything really well and made me feel super comfortable. He provide comprehensive treatment and advice, and I left feeling relaxed and equiped with a plan moving forward. I highly recommend, thank you Lucien!
Amazing to hear Joe. Thanks for the review and see you soon.
Fantastic experience: Would highly recommend going to see Lucien. He really listened and took the time to understand what was going on. I had a great experience and felt noticeably better afterward.
Amazing Josie. Thank you for the feedback!
Fantastic experience: Lucien was amazing, he focused on my lymphatic system and nervous system and I felt so deeply relaxed and can’t wait to book in again. Very professional and a beautiful space!
Thanks Sarah. See you again soon.
Fantastic experience: Lucien was amazing, I went for my lower back which I strained at the gym. He was really friendly with me and I saw a huge difference afterwards ! He saw me quickly.
Thanks for taking the time to write a review. Lucien is amazing. So pleased he could help you. See you again soon.
Fantastic experience: Susanna is very talented and after every session for my lumbar problem I have felt much better. I've also had a session with Julia. She is also very talented. Both women are kind, experienced and very good at what they do. Highly recommended.
Thank you Charlotte. We are so pleased you are on the mend.
Fantastic experience: Julia was wonderful with an amazing empathetic consultation to understand my whole medical background, current injuries and looking to help me get better. Super kind and friendly, I'll definitely come back for further issues
Thanks Steven! See you soon!
Fantastic experience: Thank you Neil ! Thanks for helping get my body back on track!
You are welcome. See you next time you need us.
Fantastic experience: Over a period of a few weeks I had lost strength in my right arm, my thumb was incredibly painful to the point where I pretty much couldn't use it and I was starting to get nerve sensations down my arm. As a full time massage therapist obviously I panicked! Not only is Julia an incredible practitioner, she also was incredibly reassuring. I don't like strong treatments and Julia was very gentle but highly effective and after a couple of weeks of treatments I am in a much better place and much more confident using my arm. I understand how these treatments work but I still think Julia is a bit of a magician! Highly recommend.
Thanks Ush!! See you tomorrow
Fantastic experience: 10/10 would recommend Sarah is absolutely amazing and so helpful and sweet
Thanks so much Saskia! See you again soon.
Fantastic experience: Amazing! Highly recommend visiting Frame for osteopathic treatment. Julia and her team are exceptional — they truly take the time to listen to your concerns and ensure you receive care that leaves you feeling great. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for high-quality osteopathic treatment!
Thanks Maddie
Fantastic experience: I'd recommend Julie and her colleagues to anyone needing care for injury or chronic health issues. My family gets outstanding results with this treatment.
Thank you Brett. Greatly appreciated.
Fantastic experience: As someone that lives with chronic pain, Sarah has been able to provide me with relief and after every session I feel like a brand new person! I could not recommend her enough!
Thank you Mikayla. She is brilliant.
Fantastic experience: Susanna Collins has been so incredible for my 12yr old daughter. We were referred to Susanna due to her specialty of visceral ostopathy. Our daughter had been through the hospital system with no answers just chronic abdominal pain. When we were put back on a waitlist we saw Susanna. From the start she was friendly and welcoming to us both. She really showed true interest and compassion. Explained things and the process of ostopathy in helping the body. The best thing is my daughter has been getting such huge relief from her work and can't wait for the next session. Highly recommended Frame Osteopaths especially Susanna, definitely don't wait in pain, go see someone who cares ❤️
Thank you so much for the review Amy and we are so pleased your daughter is getting relief.
Fantastic experience: Julia at Frame has helped manage my long-term neck issue for several years. She has a deep knowledge of the human musculoskeletal system and an amazing knack of diagnosing where pain is originating from ..then doing something about it. I highly recommend
Thank you so much Neil!
Fantastic experience: Had an appointment with Sarah to address some work related foot pain. Sarah is easy to communicate with and treatment felt good. Looking forward to the next appointment and further improvement for my feet.
Thanks Claire! See you soon
Fantastic experience: Susanna is an incredible osteopath and has helped with various issues. She is very respectful and attentive, creating a warm and welcoming clinic. Cannot recommend her and FRAME enough.
Thank you Jasmine! See you soon.
Fantastic experience: Having never attended Osteopathy before I found the experience very much a blessing. Julia was very engaging, diagnosing the specific lower side back pain with care and attention. I recommend Julia thoroughly! God bless you Julia, David Johnston
Thank you David!
Fantastic experience: I've suffered back pain for years and have often tried osteopathy before but these guys are next level amazing! Finally some relief and so gently done
Thanks so much Debi!!! So pleased you are getting some relief! See you soon.
Fantastic experience: Magic hands Niel. Highly reccomended!
Thanks Kieran! Glad you had a great treatment!
Fantastic experience: I Have been seeing Susanna for a couple of weeks now for back pain. She is very knowledgeable about what she is doing and has definitely helped me start walking more upright again. Highly recommend.
Thank you Isaac!
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend choosing Susanna as your osteopath! She’s been treating me recently and I can’t recommend her enough she listened and her attention to detail is incredible she made me feel so comfortable. I’m already noticing a massive difference. I look forward to our appointment next week.
Thanks for the review Hannah!
Fantastic experience: I recently saw Susanna and had a fantastic experience. She was welcoming and professional and made me feel super comfortable. Susanna took the time to listen to my concerns and she was so helpful and has so much knowledge. Highly recommended her!!
Thank you Angel!!
Fantastic experience: I recently saw Susanna for osteopathic treatment and was really impressed with her professionalism and expertise. She took time to understand my concerns and provided a treatment that left me feeling much better. Susanna's gentle approach and helpful advice made a real difference. I highly recommend her for anyone seeking osteopathic care!
Thanks so much for your review. See you soon.
Fantastic experience: Julia is so clear and precise and helps every time! Such an easy central Place to visit in chch. Thank you ! Pen
Great seeing you! Thank you for the review
Fantastic experience: Julia is absolutely fantastic... She has always been quick to understand and treat my ongoing back problems always with excellent results and in a caring, sensitive manner. I wouldn't go anywhere else!
Thank you John. See you next week.
Fantastic experience: Julia is amazing! Have recently started going to Frame regularly and the difference is making to my overall movement is very noticeable. Client for life ❤️
Thanks Ava! See you soon.
Fantastic experience: Julia is absolutely amazing! Have been seeing her for a couple of years now and she has made such a difference to how my body functions. She is a beautiful soul and I always look forward to my visits. Could not recommend more :)
Thank you Nicole. See you in a couple of weeks.
Fantastic experience: Fondly called the pain hunter....Julia manages to track down the root cause of a problem, often before it flares into being anything major. She has helped me navigate through injury and also kept me feeling great through regular maintenance. Best in the business!
Thank you Mel! The pain hunter… .
Fantastic experience: Excellent, knowledgeable, and empathetic practitioner. Amazing to have a practitioner with deep knowledge and skills to support with recovery from breast cancer surgery.
Thanks so much Liz! See you soon.
Fantastic experience: I have chronic pain that would just get worse. Then I would injure something. I used to go to physios and they would treat the injury and I'd be okay for a while until something else got hurt. Julia is very calm and caring; she can tell where I have pain and often it's not where I thought. She looks at the whole picture. My mobility has improved. I have some resilience now and don't get injured as often or as badly. The chronic pain is much reduced. Without Julia's help, I would probably have had to be in a care home or similar by now. I'm so happy I found her.
Alana, that is a lovely review. Thank you. You have done all the work! See you in a couple of weeks.
Fantastic experience: I've been seeing Julia for concussion recovery and she's been absolutely amazing. She's super knowledgeable and very friendly/understanding, and did a great job relieving my whiplash and concussion. We often have great chats discussing the treatment she's giving and the body's fundamental structure, which I've found very interesting. Highly recommended!
Thanks Simon!! Always a pleasure.
Fantastic experience: You certainly are in good hands when you book in with Julia Carle at FRAME Osteopathy. When your best friend happens to be an excellent Osteopath and has treated you for over a decade, its a big deal to search out another Osteo closer to home. FRAME is situated in a beautiful brick building a stone's throw from Little Pom's cafe on the corner of Fitzgerald and Kilmore and is where Julia and her crew do their magic. Suffering from acute sciatica where walking and sitting had suddenly become two of the most painful activities ever invented - it came as welcome relief (deep gratitude) when Julia began treating me. Her palpation and diagnostic skills (as well as intense curiosity) inform her treatments. I am now able to move (do life) again and have much reduced levels of pain. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Julia Carle from FRAME Osteopathy to anyone - in fact I have already recommended two people during this last week alone. PS Her treatment rooms wrap you in beautiful wallpaper and a plethora pot plants.
Very kind words Sarah. Thank you .
I am so pleased you are getting pain relief. See you later today.
Fantastic experience: Julia is amazing! She treats very intuitively and works with your body in a gentle and considered way.
Thanks Katrina!! Very kind. See you in a couple of weeks.
Fantastic experience: I couldn't recommend Frame Osteopathy enough. I have seen both Julia and Sarah, they are both incredibly skilled and amazing osteopaths. They both create a warm and relaxing space and really take the time to listen to your concerns & needs. The most compassionate and caring humans!
Thank you for your kind words Kylie. Sarah and I will see you soon!
Fantastic experience: Julia is not only a highly skilled professional but also a genuinely caring individual. Her expertise shines through in every interaction, and she takes the time to understand her clients' needs. Julia goes above and beyond to ensure you feel valued and supported. Her compassionate approach, combined with her professionalism, creates an exceptional experience that truly sets her.
Fantastic experience: Excellent osteopath and very kind. Feeling so much better. Highly recommend Julia.
Thanks for the review James!
Fantastic experience: I sought a couple of sessions in my third trimester in preparation for birth and came away feeling aligned and confident in my body. Highly recommend Julia’s skills and expertise.
Thanks Nat. Hope all is going smoothly. See you soon for a post natal consult.
Fantastic experience: Gentle, intuitive, & effective. That's how I would describe Julia. She's amazing. If you want to feel better/well, a visit to Julia is just what you need. You won't regret it.
Thank you Jen! Very kind.
Fantastic experience: I’ve been treated by Jules for the past three years and more recently by Sarah. I have a reasonably physical job so am often nursing a small niggle. I’ve genuinely found these osteopathic treatments quite incredible - they take a very holistic look at the issue needing treatment, ensuring it’s dealt with at its source, instead of just providing a short-term band aid fix. Couldn’t recommend Jules and Sarah enough, for any physical malady, big or small!
Thank Will!!!
Fantastic experience: Julia is an absolutely brilliant Osteopath, and has helped me immensely. She is professional, caring, and really takes the time to listen to you and understand your story. I cannot recommend FRAME Osteopathy enough.
Thanks Susanna.
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend! Julia is knowledgeable, professional, and attentive. After just a few sessions, I experienced significant relief from my back pain. A beautiful, calm space to visit.
Thank you Shona!
Fantastic experience: Categorically the best Osteo in Ōtautahi Christchurch. Great service, care and knowledge. And always amazing results. I'm now a long term visitor.
Thanks Jo!
Fantastic experience: Julia at Frame is friendly, professional and really listened to my concerns and the treatment made a noticeable difference. Definitely recommend her!
Thanks for the review and recommendation Erin!
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