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| Osteopathy |
| What is Osteopathy? |
| Osteopathy is as way of detecting and treating damaged parts of the body such as muscles, ligaments, nerves and joints. When the body is balanced and efficient it will function with the minimum of wear and tear, leaving more energy for living. |
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| Structural Osteopathy |
The neuro-musculo-skeletal system is the largest system in the body, constructed of muscles, bones, tendons, ligaments, cartilage and neurological parts that co-ordinate the whole system. This system is what enables us to express our thoughts and emotions. The cardiovascular, digestive, circulatory and neurological systems enable optimal function and coordination for the movement and operation of the neuro-musculo-skeletal system. Correct mechanical functioning of this system, therefore is essential.
Osteopathy ensures harmony and balance to minimise wear and tear of this system. It is particularly concerned with the relation between structure and function. Osteopaths use a wide variety of approaches to treatment and can bring relief or improvement to many conditions affecting, for example, the elderly, children, sportsmen and women and to problems that arise during or after pregnancy.
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| What do Osteopaths treat? |
| Osteopathy is effective for a wide range of conditions including: |
- Lower and upper back pain
- Sciatica
- Sports injuries
- Trapped nerves
- Frozen shoulder
- Tennis/Golfers elbow
- Neck pain
- Whiplash
- Headaches
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- Occupational strain
- Joint pain/dysfunction – wrists, hips, knees ankles etc.
- Arthritis
- Postural problems
- Problems arising in or after pregnancy and in preperation of labour
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| What does the treatment aim to do? |
- Restore homeostasis and equilibrium
- Restore muscle and joint function
- Improve and maintain flexibility
- Reduce muscle spasm
- Maintain nerve supply
- Improve circulation
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| What does treatment involve? |
Osteopaths consider each person as an individual. At your first visit, a detailed case history will be taken. This will involve a discussion regarding you current symptoms as well as questions concerning your general health and previous medical history.
You will then normally be asked to undress to your underwear, and to perform a series of simple movements so your posture may be assessed. Then using palpation, points of strain, weakness or poor function may be identified. A diagnosis will then be made and a treatment plan made. This will be fully discussed with you.
The treatment may consist of massage of the soft tissues, joint articulation and manipulation techniques.
With added exercises, posture and health advice, osteopaths help to reduce the symptoms and improve your health and quality of life.
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| Osteopathic Regulation |
The Statutory Register of the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) opened on 9th May 1998. The title “Osteopath” became protected by law from 9th May 2000. As a result it is a criminal offence to describe oneself as an Osteopath in the UK unless registered with the GOsC.
Only practitioners meeting the high standards of safety and competency and with the recognised level of training are eligible to join this register.
The GOsC regulates, promotes and develops the profession of Osteopathy, maintaining a Statutory Register of those entitled to practise Osteopathy.
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| Private Health Insurance |
| Many private health insurance schemes provide cover for Osteopathic treatment. Emma is registered with all the major companies, including BUPA and AXA PPP.
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| Treatment Costs |
| Initial Consultation (45mins) |
£40 |
| Subsequent Treatments |
£35 |
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