Meet the Team Who’ve Got Your Back
At Southside Clinic, our team brings together decades of experience across osteopathy, physiotherapy, chiropractic, and exercise physiology. While each practitioner has their own unique background and special interests — from paediatrics and women’s health to sports rehab, Pilates, and spinal care — what unites us is a shared commitment to helping people move better and feel healthier. Together, we offer a collaborative approach to care, blending different perspectives and skills to support patients at every stage of life.
Dr Brendan Wood
Osteopath
Brendan is a general osteopath who provides hands-on care for people of all ages and lifestyles. He combines soft tissue treatment, gentle adjustments, and movement advice to support recovery and everyday health. Alongside his interest in cranial techniques, he’s passionate about helping people stay active — whether through sport, skateboarding, or simply moving well day to day.
Special interests include:
General musculoskeletal pain and posture-related strain
Sports and lifestyle-related injuries
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Applied Science (Complementary Medicine)
Master of Osteopathy
Dianne Wood
Physiotherapist & Clinical Pilates Instructor
Dianne provides hands-on physiotherapy and Pilates-based rehab for people of all ages. With a background in sports, dry needling, and women’s health, she supports clients recovering from surgery, managing injuries, or staying active through all stages of life.
Special interests include:
Neck, shoulder, knee, and ankle issues
Sports and post-surgical rehabilitation
Pre- and post-natal care and exercise
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Sports Coaching & Exercise Science – University of Canberra
Master of Physiotherapy – University of Canberra
Dr Joshua Saxton
Osteopath & Accredited Exercise Physiologist
Josh is a sports osteopath in Adelaide who blends hands-on osteopathy with exercise physiology to help patients recover, move better, and stay active. While he has a strong background in sports and gym-based rehab, he also treats people of all ages, body types, and conditions — from paediatrics through to older adults.
Special interests include:
Neck and upper back pain
Low back and hip issues
Sports injuries and gym-based rehabilitation
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Exercise & Sports Science (Clinical Physiology, Hons) – UNE
Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Osteopathy) – SCU
Master of Osteopathic Medicine – SCU
Dr Natasha Down
Chiropractor
Natasha brings over 20 years of experience as a chiropractor, blending joint manipulation with soft tissue techniques and active rehabilitation. Her whole-body approach supports recovery from a wide range of conditions, with a focus on practical strategies patients can use beyond the clinic.
Special interests include:
Disc-related pain and rehabilitation
Chronic and posture-related issues
Soft tissue and Pilates-based movement therapy
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Applied Science (Clinical Science) – RMIT
Bachelor of Applied Science (Chiropractic) – RMIT
Dr Rosalind Hill
Osteopath
Roz is a paediatric osteopath in Adelaide with a special interest in caring for babies, children, and women’s health — including pre- and post-natal care and post-surgical breast recovery. At the same time, she treats people of all ages, body types, and conditions, from everyday back and neck pain through to sporting injuries and older adult care.
Special interests include:
Babies and children (feeding, sleep, settling issues)
Pre- and post-natal women’s health
Post-surgical breast care, including recovery after breast cancer
General musculoskeletal pain and posture-related strain
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Clinical Sciences (Osteopathy) – SCU
Master of Osteopathic Medicine – SCU
Vivienne Jachmann
Physiotherapist & Clinical Pilates Instructor
Vivienne provides physiotherapy and Pilates-based care with a strong focus on women’s health. She combines hands-on treatment, exercise, and specialised techniques such as craniosacral therapy and visceral manipulation to support recovery, balance, and long-term wellbeing.
Special interests include:
Women’s health and pelvic floor care
Pre- and post-natal treatment and support
Craniosacral therapy and visceral manipulation
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Physiotherapy – University of South Australia