DVA Osteopathy in Yarraville
Osteopathic Care for Veterans
Peter Petroff Osteopathy proudly welcomes eligible Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA) patients in Yarraville and nearby suburbs.
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Whether you hold a Veteran Gold Card or Veteran White Card, I aim to make accessing osteopathic care as straightforward as possible. Treatment focuses on reducing pain, improving movement and helping you stay active and independent.
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✓ DVA referrals accepted
✓ Veteran Gold & White Cards
✓ Personalised treatment and exercise rehabilitation
What is DVA-funded osteopathy?
The Department of Veterans' Affairs provides eligible veterans with access to osteopathic treatment when it is clinically necessary.
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Osteopathy may assist with a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions including:
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Neck pain
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Back pain
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Shoulder pain
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Hip pain
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Knee pain
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Arthritis
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Sports and overuse injuries
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Persistent musculoskeletal pain
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Treatment may include:
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Hands-on osteopathic treatment
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Joint mobilisation
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Soft tissue techniques
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Exercise rehabilitation
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Dry needling (when clinically appropriate)
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Education and self-management advice
Who is eligible?
Eligible DVA patients generally hold either:
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Veteran Gold Card
The Gold Card generally covers clinically necessary treatment for all conditions.
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Veteran White Card
The White Card covers treatment for accepted conditions recognised by DVA.
If you're unsure about your eligibility, I'm happy to discuss your situation before your appointment.
Do I need a referral?
Yes.
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To receive DVA-funded osteopathic treatment, you'll need a valid referral. Initial referrals can come from your GP and, in some cases, from a medical specialist, treating hospital doctor or hospital discharge planner. Under DVA's allied health treatment cycle, a referral generally covers up to 12 treatment sessions or one year (whichever comes first), after which a new GP referral is required if further treatment is clinically appropriate.
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What should I bring?
Please bring:
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Your Veteran Gold or White Card
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Your referral
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Any relevant scans or reports
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A list of current medications (if applicable)
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Is there a gap payment?
There is no out of pocket fee for DVA patients.
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Book Your DVA Appointment
If you have a valid DVA referral, you can book an appointment online or contact the clinic if you have any questions about the referral process.