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What is Osteopathy?
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Osteopathy is historically regarded for treating low back pain, however an Osteopaths assessment will be of the body as a whole functional entirety. Osteopaths can assess many other joints issues such as the shoulder, knee and ankle joints.
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Osteopathy is often the treatment of choice for people suffering from aches and pains in their joints or muscles.
Conditions often treated include:
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Low back pain
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Arthritic pain
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Shoulder and elbow pain
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Sprains/ Strains
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Neck/ Jaw pain
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Cramp
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Sciatica
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Muscle spasms
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Headaches
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Osteopathy is a 'hands on' form of treatment and diagnosis. Osteopaths use many techniques, including:
Massage work
Stretching
Exercises
Joint manipulation
Postural correction
Breathing exercises
All Osteopaths must be registered by law with the General Osteopathic Council https://www.osteopathy.org.uk/home/. Osteopathy does not use drugs or medication.
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What to expect?
On your initial visit a detailed medical and health history will be taken and your Osteopath will discuss your presenting symptoms with you.
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A thorough examination of the spine movement and other areas that are relevant to the ailment will be used to determine the cause and diagnosis.
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You will need to remove some clothing to display the affected areas for this examination. Shorts and/or loose clothing is most suitable.