North Coast Head Neck & Jaw Centre

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Appointments available in Ballina

We treat:
Headache & Migraine
Neck & Jaw pain
Whiplash & Concussion
Dizziness, Vertigo & BPPV

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Private health rebates

07/08/2026

Using devices and gadgets in the clinic can be very helpful for assessment and treatment. I use a range of different things, but these are the most common

If you’re feeling dizziness or giddiness or ‘off-balance’ we will assess your vestibular function, eye function, and nec...
02/05/2026

If you’re feeling dizziness or giddiness or ‘off-balance’ we will assess your vestibular function, eye function, and neck function. These three systems work together to regulate balance and our sense of position. Commonly, there is a deficit in one region that is then causing downstream effects or compensations - for example, people with chronic vestibular dysfunction often have a stiff neck to prevent too much head movement.

Treatment for these problems is often multi-modal. A combination of vestibular, ocular, and proprioceptive exercises can be helpful - the brain is very adaptable when given the right inputs. Osteopathic treatment is used to optimise cervical spine function - particularly targeting the deep neck flexors/extensors and upper cervical joint segments. We also look to manage any other musculoskeletal issues that may contribute to position of the head and neck. Importantly, we provide a clear explanation of what we think is contributing to your symptoms and outline a treatment plan that suits your needs and goals.

Time for a long overdue introduction. I’m Leon, the founder of North Coast Head Neck & Jaw Centre. We are a Ballina-base...
17/04/2026

Time for a long overdue introduction. I’m Leon, the founder of North Coast Head Neck & Jaw Centre. We are a Ballina-based osteopathic clinic dedicated to evidence-informed management of conditions relating to the (surprise) head, neck and jaw. I trained as an Osteopath at Unitec Institute of Technology in Auckland, New Zealand and have been working in Australia since 2018.

Almost two years ago I made the difficult decision to move on from co-owning a busy osteopathic practice with a great team. This has allowed me to focus on my clinical interests and quickly improve how I treat and manage my patients with more complex presentations. I have a particular interest in headache disorders, jaw dysfunction, acute and persistent concussion symptoms and BPPV.

My approach is simple - listen to the patients story, perform an examination relating to their complaints, set some goals, and work together to improve function and reduce symptoms. I treat each patient differently depending on their sensitivity level, their medical history and their preferences.

Outside of my practice, I work within the osteopathy programme at Southern Cross University as a casual lecturer and clinical educator (Lismore and Gold Coast campuses). I’m truely grateful to be involved in helping young osteopaths develop osteopathic skills, improve clinical reasoning, and assist with managing their patients at the student clinics.

When my osteo hat is off, you will find me with my family, on the beach wishing I could surf, drinking coffee, or rock-climbing at Jungl Ballina.

If you’re in the Ballina shire and looking for someone to help with your neck/jaw/head issues, reach out and say hi.

07/04/2026

Cervical radiculopathy is more than just a pain in the neck. Typically, we see people present with neck pain or restriction with pain radiating along the course of the nerve through the shoulder and/or arm. This is coupled with changes in sensation, most commonly in the hand and forearm.

A thorough physical assessment (mainly to rule out other more serious causes of the symptoms) accurate diagnosis, and individualised management plan is key to achieving good results.

I believe one of the most important aspects is taking the time to show the patient what is going on, why it’s happening, and what we can do about it. The more someone understands their symptoms, the less scary they are.

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32 Tamar Street
Ballina, NSW
2478

Opening Hours

Tuesday 8am - 1pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30am

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