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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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