Practitioners
Dr Brendan Wood
Brendan has been a part of the Southside Clinic team for over 10 years. With a strong belief in the power of manual therapy, he’s passionate about helping people recover from injuries, move better, and stay active—whether it’s through football, skateboarding, or everyday life.
Originally from country Victoria, Brendan completed five years of full-time study in osteopathy and complementary medicine. Before joining Southside, he worked in Canberra under the guidance of respected osteopath Dr BJ Field.
Outside the clinic, you’ll often find Brendan on his skateboard or spending quality time with his wife Dianne and their two kids, Marlon and Harlow.
Dr Joshua Saxton
Osteopath & Accredited Exercise Physiologist
Bachelor of Exercise & Sports Science (Clinical Physiology) (Honours)
Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Osteopathic Studies)
Master of Osteopathic Medicine
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Dr Josh is both an Osteopath and Exercise Physiologist. He completed his Osteopathic qualifications at Southern Cross University in Lismore, NSW, and his Exercise Physiology qualification at the University of New England in Armidale, NSW. His treatments involve soft tissue, Muscle Energy Technique (MET), joint mobilisation, dry needling, and exercise prescription. He finds that the combination of Osteopathy and Exercise Physiology works well in managing patients' conditions, providing a unique insight into rehabilitation.
Since 2015, Josh has focused his professional development towards understanding movement patterns and rehabilitation. The focus on functional movement screening and understanding developmental movement patterns in adults and rehabilitation settings assist in managing pain and improving quality of life.
Growing up in regional NSW, sport played a big role in Josh’s life. He competed at multiple Judo state titles, winning a country championship. While studying at the University of New England, he played rugby union and is currently involved in Judo, Brazillian Jujitsu (BJJ) and CrossFit.
Dr Rosalind Hill
Osteopath
Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Osteopathic Studies)
Master of Osteopathic Medicine
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Rosalind completed her Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Osteopathic Studies) and Master of Osteopathic Medicine at Southern Cross University in Lismore, NSW. After a career in marketing and needing a change, she became a yoga teacher which sparked her interest in osteopathy and how the body moves and works.
To get the best results in treatment, Roz takes a whole-body approach to treatment, looking at and addressing the patient's lifestyle and the body's structural components and interrelated biomechanics. She uses a range of techniques, including Muscle Energy Technique (MET), myofascial and soft tissue techniques, HVLA adjustment, and cranial to optimise the bodies natural healing capability. Roz is also trained in sports taping.
When she is not at Southside Clinic, you will find her outdoors, exploring Adelaide with friends and family or at delicious local cafes.
Dianne Wood
Physiotherapist & Clinical Pilates Instructor
B Sp.Co & Ex.Sci. M Physio.
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Dianne’s journey into physiotherapy began during her years as a young ballerina, where she developed a keen interest in how the body moves and functions. This passion led her to study Sports Coaching and Exercise Science at the University of Canberra, followed by a Master of Physiotherapy. Since then, she’s continued to expand her skills with further training in dry needling, sports physiotherapy, and Pilates.
Dianne began her career in a busy multidisciplinary clinic in Canberra, where she worked closely with osteopaths and gained valuable experience across a range of conditions. She also spent two seasons (2017 and 2018) working with the Canberra Raiders’ junior development squads before returning to Adelaide.
With a hands-on and personalised approach, Dianne loves helping clients manage injuries, recover well, and achieve their goals—whether it's rehab after surgery, overcoming a sporting injury, or staying active through pregnancy. She has a particular interest in treating neck, shoulder, knee, and ankle issues, as well as supporting women during and after pregnancy.
Outside the clinic, Dianne enjoys time with her husband (our very own osteopath Brendan), their two kids Marlon and Harlow, and their kelpies Ziggy and Darla—often found at the skate park, on family walks, or out in nature.
Dr Natasha Down
Chiropractor
Bachelor of Applied Science (Clinical Science), Bachelor of Applied Science (Chiropractic)
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Natasha graduated from RMIT in 2000 and brings over two decades of experience as a chiropractor. Originally from Launceston, Tasmania, Natasha recently relocated to Adelaide with her daughter Amelie to support Amelie’s soccer journey - she’s a Junior Matilda and will be joining an Adelaide-based team too. Her son Owen is studying engineering at Monash University in Melbourne and her husband Damian (also a chiropractor) continues to work interstate.
Natasha’s approach to chiropractic care combines joint manipulation with a range of soft tissue techniques, such as pressure point therapy, muscle stripping, PNF, and myofascial release. Her treatment style closely aligns with osteopathic principles, focusing on the whole body and tailoring each session to suit the individual.
She also integrates active rehabilitation into her care, often drawing on Pilates-based movement to help manage chronic and structural issues. This encourages long-term improvement and gives her clients the tools to be more involved in their own recovery.
Natasha has a particular interest in managing disc-related pain and regularly uses disc compression exercises as part of her treatment plans.
When she’s not in the clinic, you’ll likely find Natasha on the sidelines cheering on Amelie, exploring new places, enjoying a bushwalk, or hunting down the perfect cup of coffee.
Vivienne Jachmann
Physiotherapist & Clinical Pilates Instructor
B.Physio.
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Vivienne is a highly qualified physiotherapist who is passionate about helping people optimise their health and get the most out of life. She appreciates the importance of looking at the whole body when treating, knowing the site of pain is rarely the only problem. After graduating as a physiotherapist in 2006 from the University of South Australia, she spent three years in the private hospital system, working in ante/postnatal care, rehabilitation, post surgical care, and ICU. She has since worked in private practice specialising in wholistic forms of treatment and women’s health.
Vivienne has undergone extensive training in craniosacral therapy, visceral manipulation, Mckenzie therapy, dry needling, and Muscle Energy Techniques (MET). She combines this with other physiotherapy hands on treatment techniques including trigger point therapy, soft-tissue release, joint mobilisation, posture assessment and exercise prescription.
Vivienne also has expansive knowledge in Clinical Pilates, Active Birthing techniques and has undergone training in Women’s Health physiotherapy for specialised pelvic floor assessment and management. She has undergone training with the Spinning Babies association to gain more knowledge on ways to promote optimal foetal positioning, reduced pelvic girdle pain and balancing out of pelvic and uterine ligaments.
Being a mum of two she has a special interest in treating women through out their pregnancy, and acute and long term postnatally. She appreciates the benefit of the range of techniques she has learnt, and how transformative they can be to the pregnancy and the birthing process