Osteopathy

Osteopathy is a hands-on healthcare approach that focuses on how the body moves, functions and adapts. Osteopaths recognise the close relationship between structure and function and work with the body to support movement, comfort and overall health.

Osteopathic treatment considers the whole person rather than isolated symptoms. Assessment looks at posture, movement patterns and areas of tension or restriction. Treatment aims to support the body’s ability to adapt and recover rather than simply treating a single area of pain.

Osteopathy commonly uses a combination of soft tissue techniques, stretching, joint articulation and mobilisation and muscle energy techniques. Depending on the individual and the clinical presentation, approaches such as modern acupuncture or Cranial Osteopathy may also be used. Each Osteopath works slightly differently and treatment reflects their training, experience and clinical focus.

Osteopathy is used to support a wide range of musculoskeletal problems, including back and neck pain, joint stiffness, headaches, sports or activity-related injuries and longer-standing or recurrent issues. Treatment is adapted carefully to the individual and always takes comfort, preference and appropriateness into account.

Cranial Osteopathy is a gentle approach that may be used for both adults and babies where appropriate. More detailed information about Cranial Osteopathy and treatment for babies is available on the relevant pages of the website.

Information about what happens at an appointment and the different treatment options offered can be found on the Treatments page.

Appointments can be booked via my online diary.