General Osteopath in Milford, Auckland
Pain affecting your day? Let’s understand it and work out your next step.
A neck that aches through the working day. A shoulder that hurts when you reach. A back that makes lifting difficult. Stiffness that’s shortening your usual walk.
I’m Sarah Boughtwood, a Master’s-qualified osteopath with over 10 years’ clinical experience. I provide assessment, appropriate hands-on treatment and practical advice tailored to your symptoms, health and goals.
For children aged 5+, teenagers, adults and older adults.
ACC registered · No referral required · Free onsite parking · Easily accessible lift, accessible parking and an accessible toilet
Initial appointment: up to 60 minutes · $105 private / $95 ACC
What your first appointment gives you
Your initial appointment is up to 60 minutes, allowing time to discuss your concerns, assess your symptoms and begin appropriate care.
Someone who listens
Tell me what’s bothering you and what you want to do more comfortably—whether that’s working, sleeping, lifting, exercising, gardening or keeping up with family.
Assessment and a clear explanation
I’ll assess your movement and carry out relevant checks. We’ll discuss what the findings suggest, what remains uncertain and the options available to you.
Treatment adapted to you
Where appropriate, your appointment includes hands-on treatment such as soft tissue work, joint mobilisation or stretching.
Your age, health history, comfort and preferences guide the approach. I’ll explain proposed treatment, and you can ask questions or request an adjustment at any time.
Advice you can use between appointments
We’ll discuss suitable next steps. These may include exercises, changes to uncomfortable activities or a gradual return to your usual routine.
If another healthcare service or further investigation would be more appropriate, I’ll explain this.
Care that fits your stage of life
Working, parenting or managing a busy household
Neck, shoulder or back pain can make an already full day harder. We’ll look at the activities that aggravate your symptoms and discuss realistic ways to manage them.
You don’t need to be pregnant or recently postpartum to book. General appointments are for your current aches, injuries and movement concerns.
Staying active or recovering from an injury
Whether you enjoy walking, the gym, recreational sport or gardening, we’ll discuss what’s limiting you and the steps that may help you return to activity.
Moving more comfortably as you get older
If stiffness or joint discomfort is affecting walking, dressing, stairs or getting out of a chair, your appointment will focus on your individual needs and the activities you want to maintain.
Assessment, treatment and advice are adapted to your health and comfort.
Children and teenagers aged five and over
I assess musculoskeletal pain and injuries affecting everyday movement or sport. Care is adapted to your child’s age, symptoms and needs, with explanations for both you and your child.
Client Reviews
“Sarah is a wonderful Osteopath. She works wonders on all my issues and recently sorted out my back, shoulder and neck tension which had become very tight and painful.”
— General patient, Back & Neck pain, Amber“I found Sarah to be very thorough, professional and knowledgable - a real master of her trade. She helped me to apply for ACC funding and worked wonders with her treatments. Thank you Sarah, I highly recommend your services!”
— General patient, Occupational pain, AmandaSarah is amazingggg. Had lower back pain for months, had been to other Osteos prior and didn’t help at all. After 2 sessions with Sarah, my back was already ten times better. Don’t think about it just book her!! You’ll thank yourself.”
— General patient, Back pain, Kurt
Making your visit straightforward
Find me: Milford Health Clinic, 50 East Coast Road, Milford, Auckland.
Parking: Free onsite parking.
What to wear: Comfortable clothing you can move in.
Bringing someone: Children and support people are welcome.
Questions before booking: Call 021 139 7270.
You don’t need to work out what’s wrong on your own
If pain or stiffness is interfering with everyday life, an appointment gives us time to assess it, discuss suitable care and make a plan.