Osteopathy

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Our natural state is one of movement and vitality.

Osteopathy addresses painful complaints of the soft tissues and joints, and those affecting mobility and function. It uses manual techniques to restore musculoskeletal balance and alleviates pain naturally, without the use of medication. Beyond pain relief, correcting structural dysfunction creates space for the internal organs, encouraging optimal function for general wellbeing.

Thus when the body is in alignment, and when it moves with ease, then good health will follow.

Osteopathic diagnoses rely on observation and palpation to evaluate asymmetry and identify motion restrictions and their compensations. Manual techniques include soft-tissue and fascial release, joint mobilisation and manipulation. More subtle methods address the superficial and deep fascia, ligamentous strain patterns and the cranio-sacral rhythm.

Founded in the Midwest of America in 1874, osteopathy has it's roots in the folk practice of bonesetting and displays influences from the 18th century traditions of phrenology and mesmerism. It's philosophy is grounded in mechanics and surmises that optimal structure promotes free nerve signalling and the circulation of fluids for cellular nourishment and tissue repair.

Early practitioners applied osteopathy as a complete system of healing, addressing internal dysfunction alongside painful conditions. Modern practice retains elements of the classical approach, as seen in the treatment of digestive, reproductive, and respiratory complaints as well as those affecting the sinuses and the ear-nose-throat complex. Skeletal adjustments create space for the internal organs and relieve pressure on the blood vessels and nerves suppling their nutrition and commands. They are freed to function as they should and the body systems cooperate to achieve homeostasis, overall health and wellbeing.

We fit our treatments to the person, not their complaint; each comes with a unique story and factors which may predispose or maintain their condition. Occupation, environment, exercise, lifestyle, nutrition and psychosocial factors are all relevant in osteopathic diagnostics, with the holistic approach yielding better treatment outcomes than one based on symptoms alone.

We work holistically to find the root cause of your discomfort and tailor-make our treatments to fit the person, not the complaint. We provide a calm, peaceful and reassuring environment where we will discuss, evaluate and treat your complaints in full confidentiality.