What is Osteopathy?
Osteopathy is a primary healthcare profession. It is a complementary system of examination, diagnosis and treatment.
Osteopaths are trained to look at the body as a whole, as part of one integral unit. We aim to treat the primary underlying cause of the problem and not just the symptoms that may occur as a result.
Some key principles we work by are:
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The body is a self healing mechanism
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Structure and function are interrelated
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Movement of fluid is key to maintain health
Osteopathy is a gentle treatment suitable for children, babies, adults and seniors.
How can osteopathy help you?
Osteopathy provides a holistic treatment approach, meaning it can be applied to all parts of the body. It can help in both cases of acute and chronic problems, and can also be utilised as a maintenance approach to long-term problems / conditions.
Osteopathy may help provide relief from the following conditions:
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Back pain
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Headaches
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Joint pain
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Sciatic pain
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Sports injury
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Arthritic pain
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Repetitive Strain Injury (R.S.I.)
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Neck and shoulder pain
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Knee pain