Osteopathy

Osteopathy recognizes the importance of the link between the structure of the human body and the way it functions. Osteopaths focus on the body’s skeleton and joint function along with the underlying muscles, soft tissue and internal organs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Osteopathy is best known as a treatment for musculo-skeletal problems.  Very common complaints which patients come to osteopaths with include back and neck pain, pain in shoulders, hips, knees, ankles and feet, “slipped discs”, repetitive-strain injury, sciatica, “frozen” or immobile joints, among others.  The gentleness of the treatment means it can even treat children, pregnant women and the elderly. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Osteopaths consider each person as an individual. Using a highly developed sense of touch, they identify problem areas of the body. On your first visit, a full medical case history will be taken.  An examination will be carried out (you will be asked to remove some clothing for this) and you may then be asked to perform a few simple movements so the osteopath can assess the problem.

Osteopaths usually start any treatment by releasing and relaxing muscles and stretching stiff joints, using gentle massage techniques, rhythmic joint movements and muscle release techniques. The osteopath may also carry out manipulation using short, quick movements to spinal joints. Other techniques may also be used depending on your problem.

 

Initial treatment and consultation £45

Consultation & examination (without treatment) £20

Further treatments £35