OSTEOPATHY
WHAT
IS IT?
Manipulative
or Conventional Osteopathy uses various techniques to relieve pain
and restriction in joints, muscles and ligaments in the back, neck
or limbs. Sometimes a click is heard in joints when this is done. It
can also help circulatory, respiratory, digestive and hormonal
problems by encouraging the body to function better - rather like
tuning a car.
WHAT
CAN IT HELP?
Neck
and back pain, arthritis in large joints (knees, shoulders etc),
tennis / golfer’s elbow, frozen shoulder, headaches, pregnancy or
childbirth related strains, sports injuries, whiplash, RSI,
sciatica, sprains and strains, postural problems, pulled muscles,
period pain, shin splints, heel spurs.
FREQUENTLY
ASKED QUESTIONS:
Is
it painful? - Treatment does not normally hurt, and is often very
relaxing, but if the area is very sensitive it may leave some
temporary soreness (no worse than the original pain).
Can
you put discs back? - No, no-one can put discs back but osteopathy
can help your body heal faster (you may hear a click during the
treatment. This is a bubble forming in the joint when it is
stretched).
Can
anyone have treatment? - Yes, from birth to old age! A very gentle
treatment called cranial osteopathy is used for babies and young
children (see other section).
Does
my doctor need to be involved? - No, but we may send you back to see
him or her if we can’t help you or we need other tests like X
rays. We are happy to
receive referrals from doctors, midwives etc.
Do
I need to undress?
Yes.
Treatment is normally done in underwear, if the low back or
thigh area is involved. If
you have a neck or shoulder problem it is usually sufficient to
remove your shirt or blouse. If you are embarrassed about undressing, you may wear a
swimming costume, sports clothing or loose / stretchy garments.
Your
Osteopaths are Peter Still and Alison Rogers.