How does Osteopathy Work ?
Osteopathy aims to restore function by making small adjustments to the structure.
Osteopaths use their hands to assess the underlying cause of pain and dysfunction and to carry out treatment.
Techniques include soft tissue stretching, rhythmic joint movements, spinal and peripheral joint manipulation and cranial technique.
The type of treatment given will depend on the individual needs of the patient.
About Treatment
After taking a case history and examining the patient, the osteopath will discuss the diagnosis and treatment plan with the patient before commencing treatment.
Osteopaths are trained to assess each individual case, to look for and exclude a medical cause for the pain.
If the osteopath considers osteopathy is not suitable treatment they will advise the patient of whom to consult.
What Conditions Can An Osteopath Treat?
Low back pain and Sciatica
Neck and Arm Pain
Headache and Migraine (In Adults And Children)
Joint Pains
Strains to tendons, ligaments and muscle. Joint restriction post fracture. Hip, knee and ankle pain, and for example frozen shoulder,
RSI’s and carpel tunnel syndrome.
Arthritis and Inflammatory joint conditions
Digestive Problems
eg; Functional bowel disorders, Indigestion and constipation.
Conditions relating to women
Period pain, pregnancy related back, leg, neck and shoulder pains,
Indigestion and breathlessness, post natal problems of the coccyx