Dr Fauntine Lariba Osteopath
Fauntine’s philosophy towards treatment could be summarised as:
Provide symptomatic relief, identify the root cause of pain and dysfunction, treat the patient as a whole and establish productive habits.
Fauntine has deepened her osteopathic practice by completing a number of courses and multi disciplinary semiars in relation to the head, neck and jaw region. She has attended courses delivered by some of the world’s best manual practitioners- Dr Harry Von Piekartz (Germany), Dr Ed Goering (USA), Dr David Lintonbon (UK), Dr Jon Marshall (Singapore) and Dr Russell Mottram (Australia). It would be fair to say that Fauntine is passionate about learning and is always looking for ways to better manage her patients. She embraces the challenge of treating a variety of patients and conditions, helping them move away from pain and towards function.
Since graduating from the Masters of Osteopathic Medicine in 2017 she has worked in a variety of locations in Victoria including Carlton North, Collins Street CBD, South Gippsland, Prahran and now in Burwood/ Box Hill South.
“Symptom management and reducing pain is integral to Osteopathy treatment. However our treatment should go further as we uncover the underlying root cause of the pain and dysfunction. The body doesn’t just start hurting or stop working when it wants to, there is always a reason why the pain started and another reason for why it hasn’t resolved.
Addressing lingering habits and behaviours related to biomechanics, neuromuscular and musculoskeletal imbalances is a large part of our work. This is where Osteopathy can truly shine with our extensive hands-on treatment options, exercise prescription and ability to understand the body as a whole. Sound movement patterns are primary for creating a safe and strong foundation, moving us towards function and away from pain.”
Masters of Osteopathic Medicine
Bachelors of Applied Science (Clinical Science)
Bachelors of Nursing
Orofacial Myologist
TMJCare (Level 1 & 2)
CRAFTA (Level 1)
Affiliate member of the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain
Affiliate member of the Australian Association of Orofacial Myology
Cert III & IV in Fitness
Yoga instructor
Golden Key International Society member
Former internationally competitive Bgirl (break dancer)