Osteopathy

An Osteopath is concerned with the wellbeing of an individual, working with their bones, muscles, ligaments and connective tissue to help everything function smoothly. Osteopathy is a way of detecting, treating and preventing health problems by moving, stretching and massaging an individual's muscles and joints.

Osteopaths use physical manipulation, stretching and massage, with the aim of:

• Increasing the mobility of joints
• Relieving muscle tension
• Enhancing the blood supply to tissues
• Helping the body to heal

Osteopaths use a range of different techniques without the need for drugs or surgery. It is known as a complementary alternative medicine (CAM). Osteopaths are governed by the General Osteopathic Council and undergo intensive training and continued professional development.

Osteopaths can help with several different conditions that affect the muscles, bones and joints, which include but is not limited to the following:

• Lower back pain
• Neck Pain
• Shoulder Pain
• Arthritis
• Problems/conditions with the pelvis, hips and legs
• Sports Injuries
• Posture related pain