What is Osteopathy

Osteopathy is an established, recognised system of diagnosis and treatment that lays its main emphasis on the structural integrity of the body. It is distinctive in the fact that it recognises much of the pain and disability we suffer stems from abnormalities in the function of the body as well as damage caused by disease. Osteopathy uses many of the diagnostic procedures used in conventional medical assessment and diagnosis. Its main strength, however, lies in the unique way the patient is assessed from a mechanical, functional and postural standpoint and the manual methods of treatment applied to suit the needs of the individual patient.

What do osteopaths treat?

Lower back pain (with or without sciatica) Neck pain Sports injuries Repetitive strain injuries Tendon and ligament injuries Muscle pulls and strains Headaches & migraines Joint problems Postural disorders

How We Treat?

When visiting an osteopath for the first time a full case history will be taken and you will be given an examination, You will normally be asked to remove some of your clothing and perform a simple series of movements. The osteopath will then use his highly developed sense of touch, called palpation, to identify any points of weakness or strain throughout the body.

Osteopaths use touch and manipulation to diagnose and treat problems caused by damage or misalignments of bones, joints, ligaments, muscles and connective tissue After the case history and examination the osteopath will make a diagnosis and formulate a suitable treatment plan geared to you as an individual, this will be followed by treatment and rehabilitation exercises and advice.