Osteopathy
Therapists: Clare Badrick, Chris Grey, Richard Frost
Osteopathy is a system of diagnosis and treatment aimed at allowing the body to move freely and without pain. It is the most popular form of Natural Medicine in the U.K.
Osteopathy is about helping the body to be balanced and symmetrical and to be able to function normally. An osteopath will make sure that there are no restrictions to the blood and nerve supply in the spine not just in cases of back pain but also for problems in the limbs and organs.
Who can Osteopaths help?
Osteopaths aim to remove the cause of the problem as well as alleviate any symptoms, helping people with any type of physical ache or pain. Four out of five people get backache during their lifetime, so this is the most common reason for making an appointment to see an osteopath. However, osteopaths treat people who have problems in any part of the body at all. Examples of the types of conditions which people often consult an osteopath for are, ‘trapped nerves’ such as sciatica, backache, sports injuries and whiplash. They also treat problems that occur in the face, head or jaw such as migraine and chronic headaches. Knee and leg, wrist and arm injuries such as sporting injuries or repetitive strain problem are also treated. What is less well known is that they also treat the organs such as the bowels, stomach, liver and other organs. Digestive problems are particularly amenable to osteopathy.
Osteopathy for Everyone
No one is too old or too young for osteopathic care. Osteopathy can assist women with any discomforts during pregnancy. Many common problems in babies and children can also benefit from osteopathic treatment. Examples include, childhood ear and chest infections, allergies, sinus problems, ‘growing pains’ and many others.
Does my Doctor need to refer me?
No - You can just ring us and make an appointment. You can ask your Doctor to refer you if it is required by your private health insurance.
What training does an Osteopath have?
Training is a four year full time course leading to an osteopathic degree. Osteopaths have to register with our governing body called the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC). It is illegal for someone to claim to be an Osteopath unless they are registered with the GOsC (just as doctors have to be registered with the General Medical Council).
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