OSTEOPATH

Osteopath uses a form of manual medicine which recognizes the important link between the structure of the body and the way it functions. An Osteopath focuses on how the skeleton, joints, muscles, nerves, circulation, connective tissue and internal organs function as a unit. They recognize the importance of modern medicine and technology and may refer for further investigations where appropriate.

Osteopaths commonly treat pain and dysfunction of the spine and body, achieving their great results via a hands on holistic approach. This means that the injured area is not the sole focus of the treatment. The predisposing factors ( postural strain, muscular imbalance or faulty foot mechanics etc) are looked at as the possible causes of the injury. Dysfunction in one area can profoundly affect and manifest in other areas. The goal of the treatment is to address the causes of the injury and not just the symptoms. This is what sets an Osteopath apart.

Common Conditions treated by Osteopathy

Patients suffering from the following complaints may benefit from an Osteopath:
• Back Pain
• Neck & Shoulder Pain
• Headaches / Migraines
• Postural problems
• Disc Injuries
• Sciatica
• Back and Pelvic pains during Pregnancy
• Back and Pelvis pain after Pregnancy
• Scoliosis
• Neuralgia and tension Headaches
• Sinusitis
• Sporting Injuries
• Muscular Tension
• Jaw tightness, pain and clicking (TMJ, Temporal Mandibular Joint)
• Stiffness
• Dizziness (vertigo)
• Tennis / Golfers Elbow
• RSI / OOS
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Co-ordination Problems
• Pediatric & Adolescent Aggravations
• Torticollis
• Lymphatic Drainage