Meet Dr. Joshua C. Saxton, he’s one of our excellent osteopaths, and he is also an accredited exercise physiologist! Josh moved to Adelaide in 2022 to join our team. Read on to learn about his journey in health and fitness….
first, we achieve it, and then we control it.
🎓 Educational Excellence:
Dr. Josh completed his Bachelor's degree with Honors in Exercise Physiology from the University of New England in 2014 and a Master's in Osteopathic Medicine from Southern Cross University in 2021. Josh truly relishes learning and furthering his knowledge. Since completing his studies, he continues to further his knowledge by attending various courses and workshops. In recent time he particularly enjoyed learning about the Selective Functional Movement Assesment (SFMA) which he loves to use as a tool to diagnose sources of pain and discomfort for his patients.
💪 A Life in Motion:
Dr. Saxton believes in the power of perseverance under pressure and embodies the philosophy that improvement, even by 1%, can make a significant difference. His treatment philosophy is movement-based - first, we achieve it, and then we control it.
🥋 Judo Mastery and More:
Josh is a national-level Judo player and a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA coach at the South Australian Combat Academy. He recently achieved a Sho Dan (Black Belt) in Judo, which adds to his impressive profile. His goal is to compete for SA in the 2024 titles and achieve a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - a rare and commendable feat!
🚀 Professional Approach:
In his practice, Dr. Josh emphasizes movement and stability, utilizing techniques like soft tissue adjustments, dry needling, positional release, and exercise delivery. He champions active rehabilitation, ensuring patients play an active role in their recovery.
🌿 Life Beyond the Clinic:
Josh enjoys spending time with his partner, (Dr. Roz, who is also an osteopath at Southside Clinic!), and their dogs, Marshall and Grond, when not in the clinic or at the gym. He loves the outdoors and is often found 4-wheel driving, camping, or relaxing at the beach.
🎯 Future Aspirations:
Dr. Saxton is passionate about continuing to advance his knowledge in osteopathy and exercise physiology and aims to specialize in exercise-based rehabilitation.
📅 Book a Consultation:
Are you experiencing discomfort in your sporting activities or daily routines? Book a consultation with Dr. Josh to explore how to return to doing what you love with ease and comfort.