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What is osteopathy?

Osteopathy is a system of diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of medical conditions. Osteopathy is known for treating back pain and postural problems including changes due to pregnancy, caused by driving or work strain, the pain of arthritis, minor sports injuries and much more.  

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Osteopathic patients include the young, older people, manual workers, office professionals, pregnant women, children and sports people.

To an osteopath, for your body to work well, its structure must also work well. Osteopaths use touch, physical manipulation, stretching and massage to increase the mobility of joints, to relieve muscle tension, to enhance the blood and nerve supply to tissues, and to help your body’s own healing mechanisms. They may also provide advice on posture and exercise to aid recovery, promote health and prevent symptoms recurring.

Osteopaths are also trained to check for signs of serious conditions they cannot treat.  In these circumstances, we will inform you of what we believe is the problem and refer you to your GP or hospital for further investigations.

[Sources: General Osteopathic Council  and Institute of Osteopathy websites March 2022]