Dr Ben Van Der Westhuizen
Bachelor of Applied Science (complementary medicine): RMIT Masters of Osteopathy: RMIT
As an osteopath at Lifestyle Essentials, Ben does more than just treat pain. Ben’s philosophy is to first tackle your symptoms, and then work with you to tailor specific plans to improve your strength, stability and function so that you can shake your injuries off for good.
Patients who visit Ben can expect expertise that comes with over 10 years of treating patients. This includes 4 years working with RMIT University teaching and supervising the next generation of osteopaths. In addition to this, Ben has worked as an athletics coach to multi-event athletes and has coached individuals at a State, National and International level with great success. Ben's experience in the teaching and coaching worlds highlight his ability to communicate and work with individuals of many ages, abilities and fitness levels.
Ben achieves great success in treating all types of injuries and conditions. He prides himself on being able to work with complex conditions that have previously been considered hopeless to resolve.
Ben has a particular interest in:
In his spare time you’ll find Ben at the Athletics track or kicking the footy. He loves going to the beach with his friends, and spending time with his partner and young family (and no not in that order Natalie).
As an osteopath at Lifestyle Essentials, Ben does more than just treat pain. Ben’s philosophy is to first tackle your symptoms, and then work with you to tailor specific plans to improve your strength, stability and function so that you can shake your injuries off for good.
Patients who visit Ben can expect expertise that comes with over 10 years of treating patients. This includes 4 years working with RMIT University teaching and supervising the next generation of osteopaths. In addition to this, Ben has worked as an athletics coach to multi-event athletes and has coached individuals at a State, National and International level with great success. Ben's experience in the teaching and coaching worlds highlight his ability to communicate and work with individuals of many ages, abilities and fitness levels.
Ben achieves great success in treating all types of injuries and conditions. He prides himself on being able to work with complex conditions that have previously been considered hopeless to resolve.
Ben has a particular interest in:
- All sports related injuries
- Posture related neck and back pain
- Long term chronic pain
- Headaches
- Sciatica
In his spare time you’ll find Ben at the Athletics track or kicking the footy. He loves going to the beach with his friends, and spending time with his partner and young family (and no not in that order Natalie).
