Osteopathy is an established system of diagnosis and manual treatment which is recognised by the British Medical Association. In 1993 it became the first complementary health care profession to be given statutory recognition, so giving patients the same safeguards they have when they consult a doctor or dentist.
Osteopathy is an established form of manual medicine involving examinations, diagnosis and treatment.
- It considers the importance of the musculoskeletal system to overall health.
- It takes into account the patient’s history and lifestyle.
- Treatment is gentle, safe and non invasive.
- The aim of treatment is to alleviate pain and distress, to restore normal function and to prevent recurrence.
Typically, we would expect to see considerable improvement within two to six treatments, although sometimes a single treatment is sufficient. However, your treatment plan is unique to you, and symptom resolution will depend on the nature of your condition and how you respond to treatment.
Your first consultation will last one hour. A case history will be taken. This is followed by postural and mobility assessments. Then your condition and the best approach to its treatment will be explained. Treatment is started in your first consultation. Subsequent consultations last forty minutes.
Stretches, postural exercise and advice on work positions are usually given during treatment. When appropriate, diagnostic tests such as x-rays and scans can be arranged for you during a course of treatment.
You are welcome to bring along another person to accompany you during treatment. During assessment and treatment you can either change down to underwear or alternatively bring along a pair of shorts and a vest top.
The osteopath focuses on the way the body inter-relates with its parts: bones, muscles, nerves and organs. They diagnose and treat faults, enabling the body to restore to normal function. Treatment may include manipulation, soft tissue work, massage or gentle cranial sacral techniques.
The cranial approach is increasingly being considered as a treatment of choice for people of all ages. Babies and young children can suffer from complaints attributed to mechanical strains acquired before or during birth. These earlier strains may manifest themselves in later life. This is a gentle and suitable method of treatment that can also be used with the frail and elderly.We offer all NHS staff a £5 discount on our fees for all osteopathic treatments, when a valid NHS identity card is presented. To find NHS Deals click here
All of our osteopaths offer a free 20 minute spinal or baby check.
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