Osteopathy is a drug free, patient centered system of healthcare. A variety of stretching, mobilizing and manipulative techniques are used to improve blood flow and soft tissue drainage, release tension and improve joint mobility.

We treat every single joint, muscle and ligament in the whole body from your head to your toes, including backs.

No, it is not necessary to be referred by your GP. Osteopaths are qualified to diagnose as well as treat patients. If your osteopath finds anything that would be better treated by your GP or other healthcare professional, he will write a letter of referral for you.

Done correctly spinal and joint adjustments will not cause pain. You may feel some discomfort whilst you are having your tight muscles eased (with massage techniques) and your muscles may feel fatigued for a couple of days after treatment. If you feel uncomfortable in anyway you can ask your osteopath to try an alternative treatment method.

Comfortable clothes that you can move around in easily. During treatment you may be asked to remove some top layers of clothing,if you prefer not to – just let your osteopath know and he will work around it. It is more important that you feel relaxed.

You are very welcome to bring a friend along. Many patients feel happier with a friend with them. We want you to feel secure and relaxed at all times.

Your osteopath will take a confidential case history including details on your general health, any operations, medication and so on. You will have the opportunity to fully discuss your concerns. Your osteopath will make a gentle hands on examination and you will may be asked to perform some simple movements and stretches whilst your posture and body balance is observed. Treatment options will be discussed and a treatment plan agreed with you. You will have treatment for your condition at your first appointment.

It depends on how severe and complex your condition is and if you are able to make the lifestyle changes and carry out the exercises recommended by your osteopath. At your first appointment your osteopath will advise the approximate amount of treatments needed. However, on average, in our practice, most patients only require 3 or 4 treatments to see significant improvement and gain pain relief.

No. At your first consultation your osteopath will discuss your treatment plan and give you some indication of the amount of treatments you may need. Some patients only need one or two treatments and others with long-term conditions require more. Most patients book their next appointment after the proceeding treatment and pay for one treatment at a time. You are not under any obligation to book further appointments.

We do not specialise in cranial osteopathy. There is a misconception that only cranial osteopaths can treat problems with the head and skull. In fact ‘regular’ osteopaths also treat the head and skull and have success with tension headaches.

Yes, as long as a parent or full time guardian is present.

No, we treat many patients in their 80’s and 90’s.

Yes and we are registered with the GOsC (General Osteopathic Council).