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What is Osteopathy?
Osteopathy is an established recognised system of diagnosis and treatment
It examines the structure and function of the body and how the parts of the body (bones, joints, ligaments, discs, muscles, tendons and nerves) work together.
A breakdown of the body's normal working patterns can result in unnecessary stress, strain and pain.
This can be caused by one major event or the cumulative effect of repetitive minor strains.
An Osteopath assesses each patient's individual normal mechanical working pattern and, by gentle manipulation of bones, joints and soft tissues, works to remove restrictions which may be preventing normal mobility, blood flow, nerve supply or muscle activity.
This will in turn help to alleviate the symptoms.
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Visiting an Osteopath
This is similar to visiting any Registered Medical Practitioner.
The Osteopath will want to know how the symptoms began and factors that affect them.
After a full case history is taken you will be given a postural examination and possibly asked to perform a simple series of movements.
This is followed by a structural examination to identify functional abnormalities.
You may also be given orthopaedic, neurological or circulatory examinations (e.g. reflexes, blood pressure, etc.) to aid the diagnosis.
X Rays, blood tests and MRI scanning may be required in certain circumstances. Please bring details of any medication currently being prescribed.
The osteopath will explain the findings, the appropriate course of action and treatment for your specific requirements. The osteopath can also suggest exercise programmes to both improve and maintain flexibility, strength and core stability as well as advising on work space ergonomics and working practices. These measures are designed to help prevent a recurrence of your problem.
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