Osteopathy Today

Effective for musculoskeletal problems and much more besides, Osteopathy works by removing structural obstacles to healing, thereby providing relief from symptoms, promoting recovery, and improving functional health.

Whereas many patients will consult Osteopaths for back pain and joint problems, the Osteopath considers the balance of the whole body, and not just 'the bit that hurts'.

As a result, many kinds of condition may be helped.

The Treatment

Osteopathic treament typically consists of massage, muscle stretching, articulation (movement) of joints, or manipulation (where sometimes a joint will click). Treatment is seldom painful and is often very pleasant.

You may be offered simple exercises to perform at home as part of the treatment.

Conditions treated by Osteopaths

These include common aches and pains due to strains, falls and overuse; back or neck pain, and headaches; also the effects of postural changes from work, sport, injury, childbirth and pregnancy, which can affect health indirectly.

Osteopathy is for all of you

The following is a list of some problems treated by osteopaths. The list is by no means complete and if you have any queries, please telephone for further advice.

Tinnitus, Neckache, Frozen or stiff shoulders, Wrist pain, Incontinence, Bladder problems, Hip, thigh and knee problems, Calf and shin problems, Whiplash injuries

Sinusitis, Neck ache, Tennis elbow and arm pain, Back pain, Disc problems, Aches and pains in pregnancy, Pelvic pain, Arthritic pain and stiffness, Foot problems, Jaw problems.