What is Osteopathy?
Osteopathy is a primary healthcare system which diagnoses and treats a wide variety of conditions and is regulated by the General Osteopathic Council. Osteopathy works with the structure and function of the body and is based on the principle that the well-being of the individual depends on the skeleton, ligaments, muscles and connective tissue all working smoothly together.
Osteopathy can help a wide range of conditions, including:
- Lower back pain
- Sciatica
- Neck / shoulder pain
- Sports injuries
- Arthritis
- Postural issues e.g. due to work / pregnancy
- Headaches
- Circulatory and digestion problems
Treatment consists of a wide variety of techniques such as gentle manipulation, trigger point work, soft tissue release, deep tissue massage, muscle energy techniques, joint articulation and prescribed exercises.
Osteopathy can help a wide range of conditions, including:
- Lower back pain
- Sciatica
- Neck / shoulder pain
- Sports injuries
- Arthritis
- Postural issues e.g. due to work / pregnancy
- Headaches
- Circulatory and digestion problems
Treatment consists of a wide variety of techniques such as gentle manipulation, trigger point work, soft tissue release, deep tissue massage, muscle energy techniques, joint articulation and prescribed exercises.