Structural osteopathy is primarily aimed at treating the tissues that make up the structure of the body, such as the muscles, ligaments, joints and tendons. The body’s structure is evidently important in performing everyday functions such as, walking, running, working and all sports activities so is important it can function at its optimal capacity.

Your osteopath will make a diagnosis and discuss this and a course of treatment with you. As osteopathic care is based on the individual needs of the patient it varies depending on your age, fitness levels and diagnosis. Therefore, each treatment is tailor made to each individual patient. Your osteopath will use a wide range of gentle, hands on techniques that focus on releasing tension, stretching muscles and mobilising joints. We also offer Cranial Osteopathy, Dry Needling and Laser Therapy. Occasionally osteopathic techniques can result in an audible ‘click’, this is perfectly normal. Research has shown that manipulations can have beneficial effects, especially for back pain, helping you to return to ordinary movement and activity. The health risks associated with having osteopathic treatment are extremely low. If you have any concerns about your treatment, we encourage you to raise these with your osteopath who will be happy to discuss these with you.
Most osteopaths will begin your treatment at your first appointment, but sometimes we may require further tests to be conducted such as blood tests, x-rays or scans, to reach a diagnosis. So you may be referred to your GP or another appropriate health professional for further tests before we can treat you.