Meet Your
Osteopath
Dr Tessa Ballintine
B. App Sci(Osteo), B. Hlth Sci, B Sci
The Heart of Regional Care
Hi, I’m Tessa — the osteopath behind Off Road Osteopathy. My work has always been shaped by two things I care deeply about: helping people move well, and improving access to healthcare for regional communities.
My Story
I’ve always been drawn to work that helps people stay active and connected to the things they love. After working in traditional clinic environments, I started to notice something that never sat quite right with me — many regional communities simply don’t have the same access to hands-on healthcare that larger cities do.
Off Road Osteopathy grew from that realisation. I wanted to build something that could travel with people and bring quality care to communities that may otherwise go without it.
Why Off Road Osteopathy Exists
Living and working in regional areas has shown me how important accessible healthcare really is. Many people in smaller towns travel long distances for treatment or simply go without care until problems become much bigger.
Off Road Osteopathy was created to help bridge that gap — providing professional, evidence-based osteopathic care in places where it can make a real difference.
Areas of extra study
Pregnancy Care
Supporting the body through the physical changes of pregnancy.
Post-Birth Recovery
Helping the body regain comfort and movement after birth.
Babies & Children
Gentle osteopathic care for growing bodies.
Life Outside the Clinic
When I’m not treating patients, you’ll usually find me outdoors.
I love hiking, exploring new landscapes, and spending time in the environments that inspired the Off Road Osteopathy journey in the first place.
Being active outdoors is a big part of my life, and it’s one of the reasons I care so much about helping people move well and stay connected to the activities they enjoy.
Whether that’s getting back to work, sport, parenting, or simply moving without pain, my goal is always to help people feel more comfortable in their bodies
Ready to get moving again?
Book a consultation and take the next step toward feeling more comfortable in your body.