Osteopathy can help
- back and neck problems- including neck stiffness, lower back pain, whiplash and sciatica
- sports or work injuries, such as repetitive strain injury
- joint pain- for eg shoulder, knee, ankle or elbow
- osteo-arthritis
- poor posture-caused by work,driving or pregnancy
What Happens on Your First Visit

Case History
A case history is very important in osteopathic practice.
Many questions are asked relating to the presenting complaint, medical history, current or past medication, past injuries and general well being. All this information leads to an overall picture of what may be causing the problem. Sometimes if there is any doubt as to the cause of the presenting complaint you may be asked to see your GP for further tests.
Examination

Low back pain can be caused by injury or trauma for eg disc bulge, degeneration, stenosis, muscle strain and facet joint injury. Damage can also lead to nerves being compressed causing for eg Sciatica.
Head and Neck Examination

Head and Neck problems are very common. Many people complain of symptoms such as headache, pins and needles in the arm and hand and neck stiffness. Specific techniques are used to evaluate tissues and joints to determine the causes of pain. Treatment of this area involves soft tissue massage, articulation and manipulation of joints. Every care and attention is taken with regard to manipulation, the process is explained with consideration given to the patients needs and concerns.
back and neck problems-neck stiffness, lower back pain, whiplash and sciatica
sports or work injuries -such as repetitive strain injury eg tennis elbow
joint pain- for example knee, shoulder, ankle or hip
bad posture- caused by work, driving or pregnancy