Most people have experienced some form of back pain during their lifetime. This can present in many ways from an ache to severe pain. Osteopaths are experienced in treating any form of back pain and use a variety of hands-on techniques to reduce your pain and prevent it from recurring.
Neck pain
Neck pain is often caused by poor posture, stress, and workplace demands. Some neck pain can result in pins and needles in the arms and provoke headaches. Osteopathy can help by establishing the cause of the neck pain and treating the affected muscles and joints.
Headaches and migraines
Often people who suffer from headaches or migraines can benefit from Osteopathic treatment. This is because most headaches are found to be caused by musculoskeletal
tension or postural issues. Osteopaths use a variety of techniques to reduce tension in the muscles and joints which helps to increase blood flow and reduce any nerve irritation.
Muscle pain and tightness
An Osteopath will work with you to identify the reason for your muscle pain and tightness. They will use effective techniques to help relive muscle tension and soreness. Often specific exercises and stretches are prescribed to help you improve your muscle function.
Shoulder, elbow, and hand pain
Overuse and injuries are common in the shoulders, elbows, and hands. An Osteopath will aim to improve function and movement by alleviating muscle, ligament, tendon, and joint tension. Some of the most common conditions we treat are rotator calf tear, tendonitis, tendon tears, frozen shoulder, shoulder impingement, tennis elbow, golfers’ elbow, carpal tunnel, sprain, and arthritis.
Sciatica and nerve pain
Sciatica is pain felt from your buttock traveling down your leg. There are many reasons for the sciatic nerve to be irritated. This can be caused by a compressed disc. muscle tightness or inflammation in the spine. An Osteopath will locate the root cause of the pain and use appropriate techniques to treat the nerve impingement.
Hip, knee, and foot pain
Pain in this area can be caused by a multitude of reasons including an injury, bursitis, labral tear, groin strain, impingement, osteoarthritis, hamstring strain, meniscus injury, knee arthritis, ligament injuries, Achilles tendonitis, gout, and plantar fasciitis. An Osteopath will conduct a thorough assessment of your leg to work out what is causing the pain and discomfort. Osteopaths are skilled in treating any conditions associated with leg pain to help you move freely.
Pregnancy and baby
The gentle nature of Osteopathic treatment is a safe way to help with any discomfort associated with pregnancy. It is an effective drug-free approach to help with pain while supporting your body’s ability to adjust to the changes that occur during pregnancy and after birth.
Osteopaths often treat babies for a multitude of reasons; being unsettled, helping with digestion, constipation, wind, colic, reflux, sleeping problems, difficulties with breastfeeding, difficulty turning head to one direction, or relive trauma that may have occurred during birth. You can bring your baby to an Osteopath at any age from birth.
Repetitive strain injuries (RSI )or Occupational Overuse Syndrome (OOS)
Osteopaths can be beneficial in minimising the effects of RSI. We can provide relief from the pain and symptoms originating from muscles, joints, nerves, and tendons. We will assist you with your posture and workstation setting and prescribe appropriate exercises to make work more enjoyable.
Post-surgery rehabilitation
Osteopathy can play an important role in regaining your health after surgery. An Osteo will develop a specific treatment plan to help with your speedy recovery and get you back to feeling great again.
Arthritic aches and pains
Arthritis is a common condition that can be genetic or arise from the stress we put on our joints. It can present as locked, stiff, and painful joints. An Osteo can help with increasing the movement of the joint and reducing the tightness in the surrounding muscles.
Pelvic pain and women’s health
Osteopathy is well-received by women with pelvic pain and gynecological problems. It provides an effective treatment option for women with painful pelvic floor muscle tightness and bladder issues. Osteopaths work on improving the function and alignment of the pelvis, abdomen, and spine.
