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Dr Brendan Verbunt, Osteopath at Premier Sports Medicine Thornbury
Osteopath

Dr Brendan Verbunt

TMJ, Neck and back pain, Golf injuries and performance

Dr Brendan Verbunt, Osteopath in Thornbury

Dr Brendan Verbunt is an Osteopath at Premier Sports Medicine Thornbury with a special interest in TMJ disorders, neck and back pain, sports injuries, and golf injuries and performance.

Brendan’s approach is shaped by his own experience with chronic back pain and TMJ concerns, as well as further training in these areas. He combines hands-on osteopathic techniques with exercise rehabilitation and Clinical Pilates where appropriate, aiming to understand what is contributing to a person’s pain and build a clear plan around their goals.

About Brendan

Brendan’s interest in Osteopathy began during his teenage years, when he was receiving treatment for chronic back pain. That experience gave him an early appreciation for osteopathy’s role in pain relief, movement and whole-body assessment.

At Premier Sports Medicine, Brendan brings together his interest in golf, musculoskeletal care, TMJ disorders, neck and back pain, and exercise-based rehabilitation. He has completed further study through the Titleist Performance Institute and has a particular interest in helping golfers manage injuries and work on performance-related movement goals.

Brendan also has a strong interest in chronic back pain and TMJ disorders. His profile notes that he has personal experience with both, along with further training in these areas, which helps inform the way he supports patients in clinic.

Treatment Approach

Brendan starts by listening carefully to what is happening, how long it has been going on, and what the patient wants to get back to. From there, he uses assessment and clinical reasoning to understand what may be contributing to the issue, then builds a plan that may include hands-on osteopathic treatment, exercise rehabilitation, Clinical Pilates and practical movement advice.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Yes. Brendan is an Osteopath at Premier Sports Medicine Thornbury.

Brendan practises at Premier Sports Medicine Thornbury.

Brendan has a special interest in TMJ disorders, neck and back pain, sports injuries, golf injuries and movement performance.

Yes. Brendan has a special interest in TMJ disorders and has completed further training in TMJ, craniofacial pain and dysfunction.

Yes. Brendan has completed further studies through the Titleist Performance Institute and has a strong interest in helping golfers manage injuries, improve movement and support performance-related goals.

Brendan uses a combination of hands-on osteopathic treatment, exercise rehabilitation and Clinical Pilates. His treatment approach may include joint mobilisation, manipulation, muscle energy techniques, soft tissue therapy, dry needling and movement-based rehabilitation.

Brendan also works with patients using Clinical Pilates and rehabilitation-based exercise programs where appropriate. Please contact the clinic directly for current class availability and timetable information.

Brendan has a clinical interest in treating:

  • Jaw pain and TMJ disorders
  • Neck pain and neck injuries
  • Back pain and back injuries
  • Chronic back pain, if approved
  • Golf-related injuries
  • Golf performance-related movement concerns, if approved
  • Sports injuries
  • Exercise rehabilitation after pain or injury
  • Clinical Pilates-based strengthening and rehabilitation where appropriate

Modalities/techniques:

  • Deep tissue massage
  • Acupuncture/Dry Needling
  • Joint articulation, mobilization and manipulation (HVLA)
  • Muscle energy technique
  • Exercise Rehabilitation
  • Clinical Pilates

What Patients Often See Brendan For:

  • Jaw pain, jaw stiffness, clicking, locking or difficulty with jaw movement, if approved
  • Neck and shoulder-related discomfort connected with TMJ or spinal concerns, if approved
  • Ongoing or recurring back pain
  • Sports injuries that need both hands-on treatment and a rehabilitation plan
  • Golfers wanting support with injury management, movement limitations or return-to-play goals
  • Patients who prefer an osteopath with an interest in finding contributing factors rather than only treating the sore area
  • People aged 12+ seeking osteopathy at the Thornbury clinic

Ages Brendan treats:
12+

Clinical Focus:

Golf Injuries And Performance: As a golfer himself, Brendan understands how frustrating it can be when pain or restricted movement affects your time on the course. His additional study through the Titleist Performance Institute supports his work with golfers looking to manage injuries, return to play and improve the way their body moves for golf.

THORNBURY

Treatment Hours:

  • Monday: 12 pm – 5 pm
  • Tuesday: 10 am – 8:30 pm
  • Wednesday: 12:30 pm – 7:30 pm
  • Thursday: 12:30 pm -7:30 pm
  • Friday: 8 am -2 pm

THORNBURY

  • Monday: 5:30 pm, 6.30 pm & 7:30 pm

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