Dr Melissa Arnts, Osteopath

Melissa has been working as a passionate and progressive osteopath for more than ten years after graduating from Victoria University in 2013.

Throughout this time, she has embraced many opportunities to enhance her skill set through professional development training. In 2019, focusing on the areas of pregnancy, post-natal and pelvic health, Melissa completed her Post Graduate Certificate in Women’s Health through the University of NSW. After this, she was lucky enough to complete training through the Osteopathic Pelvic Health Institute to assess and treat the pelvic floor. Melissa is one of only a small group of osteopaths in Australia who has completed this training in internal assessment of the pelvic floor and the treatment and management of pelvic health conditions.

In 2021 Melissa was selected to be a part of Osteopathy Australia’s Women’s Health Committee focusing on the development and progression of osteopathy in the areas of pregnancy, post-natal care, and pelvic health.

Melissa likes to take the time to take a step back and assess the whole picture when treating her patients. Her goal is to create a safe space for patients to tell their story and help them move better with less pain quickly. Melissa can utilise a firm or gentle approach and enjoys tailoring treatment to suit the individual patient.

When not at the clinic, you will find Melissa getting ‘chinos’ with her daughter, walking down at the beach or reminiscing the 2023 AFL grand final watching her beloved Magpies (but don’t hold this against her).

Dr Madison Krapivsky, Osteopath

Madi attended Victoria University, where she obtained her Bachelor and Master Degrees in Health Science (Osteopathy). 

Madi has always had a keen interest in the health science field, wanting to provide people with the resources to heal, which she is able to do through a variety of treatment techniques and rehabilitation advice that Osteopathy has to offer. 

Madi enjoys treating a range of conditions with techniques including soft tissue massage, stretching, manipulation (HVLA) and Myofascial Dry Needling. 

When not treating, Madi enjoys staying active through weights and the ergo at the gym, eating out with friends and travelling. If you are ever in need of a restaurant recommendation, you only need to ask Bodyunity’s resident restaurateur.

Dr Max Krapivsky, Osteopath

Max has been an AHPRA registered Osteopath since 2013, graduating from Victoria University. Since then he has worked in both the CBD and Bayside, and is so happy to be working in the suburb in which he grew up. He has a keen interest in creating a collaborative space, in which the patient and Max can work together to create the best path forward for sustaining positive change. 

Max enjoys using a variety of hands-on-techniques including massage, articulation, manipulation (HVLA) and dry needling, as well as incorporating specific rehabilitation and mobility based exercises to create a holistic treatment plan. 

Outside of work, Max's time is split between watching football or basketball, and cooking. Sometimes doing both at the same time. If you book for an appointment close to lunch or dinner, be prepared to exchange recipes. 

Dr Loren Gribble, Osteopath

Loren has been an AHPRA registered osteopath since graduating from RMIT in 2014. Her favourite part about being an osteopath is not only providing care to manage pain and injuries, but the privilege of getting to know and understand people and learn about their unique stories.

Loren enjoys treating a wide range of issues and utilises techniques such as soft tissue massage, manipulation, and dry needling as well as rehab and lifestyle advice to help her patients get back to feeling better.
Loren is trained in internal assessment of the pelvic floor and the treatment and management of pelvic health conditions. She is passionate about women’s health and pelvic health conditions including pelvic pain, urinary incontinence, pregnancy related pain and postpartum care.

Outside of work she enjoys playing netball, travelling to the coast, and spending time with friends and family.

Dr Joanne Vaughan, Osteopath

Jo graduated from Victoria University in Melbourne having completed a Bachelor of Clinical Science and Masters of Osteopathy.

After completing her Masters in Osteopathy on the treatment of the hip, Jo developed a particular interest in hip and lower back pain. Her time in Canada also included some post graduate study on concussion management, adding to her skillset in the treatment of neck pain and headaches.

Jo uses hands on manual therapy treatment, rehabilitation and has a love of dry needling. We are all very excited to have Jo back working with us as an Osteopath and friend.

Dr Jillian Cridland, Osteopath

Jill graduated from Victoria University in Melbourne having completed a Bachelor of Clinical Science and Masters of Osteopathy and is now a member of the Australian Osteopathic Association. Previously she has worked alongside sports trainers with Volleyball Victoria and as a remedial massage therapist for 3 years.

Having been heavily involved in sport, Jill has a thorough understanding of the treatment of common sporting injuries. Often these injuries can relate to the mechanics of movement which Jill has an extensive knowledge in. Jill uses deep tissue massage, dry needling as well as joint manipulation techniques. Come in and see Jill if you are pregnant, sporty or just suffering from back aches and pains. Beyond osteopathy, Jill enjoys training in the gym, playing beach volleyball and drinking coffee.

Dr Bridget Vinning, Osteopath

Bridget is now on maternity leave and until mid 2024. We wish her all the best.

Bridget completed her Bachelor of Science (Clinical Science) and Masters of Health Science (Osteopathy) at Victoria University in Melbourne. Since graduating Bridget has worked in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne and in Brisbane.

Bridget has a keen interest in treating neck pain, headaches and pregnancy related pain. Her time in Brisbane was CBD located with office workers walking through the doors each day. If you are suffering from desk worker issues come in and see Bridget for some great treatment and advice.

In her spare time Bridget likes to keep active, socialise and loves any form of dark chocolate with a cup of tea in her down time.