Welcome to Beaconsfield Sports & Spinal
Osteopathy in Beaconsfield for back pain, sports injuries, tendon pain and everyday movement problems.
About Us
Dr Tom McKenna (Osteopath)
Tom has always had a strong interest in sport, health, and human anatomy. As a passionate sportsman, he has experienced his fair share of injuries over the years, which sparked a desire to help others manage and overcome their own physical complaints. This interest ultimately led Tom to pursue a career in Osteopathy. A Beaconsfield local,
Tom has always had a strong interest in sport, health, and human anatomy. As a passionate sportsman, he has experienced his fair share of injuries over the years, which sparked a desire to help others manage and overcome their own physical complaints. This interest ultimately led Tom to pursue a career in Osteopathy. A Beaconsfield local, Tom grew up in the area and has strong family connections throughout the local community.
Tom places a strong emphasis on communication and patient-centred care. He believes that understanding each patient’s concerns, goals, and lifestyle is essential to achieving positive outcomes. By tailoring treatment and management plans to the individual, Tom aims to empower his patients with the knowledge and tools to take an active role in their recovery.
Tom takes a holistic approach to treatment, incorporating a wide range of osteopathic techniques. He utilises a combination of firm and direct techniques alongside more gentle approaches where appropriate, ensuring treatment is both effective and comfortable.
Tom has developed a keen interest in work- and sport-related injuries and rehabilitation and enjoys treating a diverse range of musculoskeletal complaints. With previous experience as a provider of ergonomic and healthcare products, he has been exposed to a wide variety of postural and musculoskeletal issues. As a passionate footballer, Tom often draws on his own experience when supporting patients through injury and recovery.
Dr Nathan Burke (Osteopath)
Nathan has always been drawn to the health sector, motivated by a genuine desire to help others. At the age of 15, he initially planned to pursue a career in physiotherapy after experiencing persistent foot pain that would not resolve. It was through receiving osteopathic treatment, encouraged by his older brother who is also an osteopath
Nathan has always been drawn to the health sector, motivated by a genuine desire to help others. At the age of 15, he initially planned to pursue a career in physiotherapy after experiencing persistent foot pain that would not resolve. It was through receiving osteopathic treatment, encouraged by his older brother who is also an osteopath, that Nathan discovered the profession and developed a lasting passion for osteopathy.
Nathan believes the body is highly interconnected and places strong emphasis on patient education, helping individuals understand how previous or untreated injuries can contribute to current pain or dysfunction. He takes a comprehensive, whole-body approach to treatment, assessing and treating patients from head to toe, as he believes optimal function relies on the body working as a unified system.
Nathan is confident in treating a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions and has a particular interest in sporting injuries, low back pain, and posture-related concerns. Having previously worked interstate and trained at the British School of Osteopathy—widely regarded as one of the world’s leading osteopathic institutions—Nathan has experience treating professional athletes across AFL, rugby, golf, and triathlon.
Outside of the clinic, Nathan previously played competitive tennis and is now training for a marathon scheduled for October 2026, further strengthening his interest in movement, performance, and injury prevention.
Zoe Burke (Osteopathic Intern)
Zoe Burke (Osteopathic Intern)
Zoe is currently in the final six months of her master’s degree of Osteopathy at Victoria University. She has always had a strong desire to help others, but for some time was unsure how to achieve this in a way that aligned with her interests. After sustaining an injury herself and receiving osteopathic treatment, Zoe gained first-hand in
Zoe is currently in the final six months of her master’s degree of Osteopathy at Victoria University. She has always had a strong desire to help others, but for some time was unsure how to achieve this in a way that aligned with her interests. After sustaining an injury herself and receiving osteopathic treatment, Zoe gained first-hand insight into the dedication osteopaths have to their patients’ health and recovery. This experience inspired her to pursue a career in Osteopathy, with the goal of supporting others in the same meaningful way.
Zoe places a strong emphasis on communication and patient education. She believes that taking the time to understand each patient’s concerns, goals, and lifestyle is essential to achieving positive outcomes. By tailoring treatment and management plans to each individual, Zoe aims to empower her patients with the tools and confidence to take an active role in their recovery.
Zoe takes a holistic approach to treatment, incorporating a range of osteopathic techniques. She utilises a combination of firm and direct techniques alongside more gentle approaches where appropriate, ensuring treatment is both effective and comfortable.
Outside of the clinic, Zoe enjoys playing cricket and is currently training for her second HYROX event. This has fostered a strong interest in sports and activity-related injuries and rehabilitation. She enjoys treating a diverse range of musculoskeletal complaints and is passionate about helping patients return to the activities they enjoy with improved function and confidence.
Why are we Different?
Rapport
Our patients value the warmth, professionalism, and open communication at the heart of our osteopathic practice. We are committed not only to providing high-quality care, but to helping patients truly understand their own health—so they feel informed, confident, and empowered when making important healthcare decisions.
Long Term Solutions
While relieving your pain is our immediate priority, our focus goes deeper—identifying and addressing the underlying cause to help prevent it from returning. Our unique clinical approach treats the body as a fully integrated system, ensuring care that supports long-term results, not just short-term relief.
Health Services
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