Osteopathy is a type of treatment that many people consider for some of the most common conditions, aches and pains. This is because it is a natural treatment that focuses on the body from a holistic perspective, viewing the body as linked through the musculoskeletal system. The chances are if you’ve required treatment for an injury or pain, you will have considered osteopathy, but do you know how it works?
What Is Osteopathy?
Osteopathy is a type of healthcare that focuses on the musculoskeletal system, which includes your bones, muscles, and joints. It’s a holistic approach that aims to improve overall health by manipulating and strengthening the body’s structure.
Osteopathy is centred on the theory that a person’s well-being relies on their bones, muscles, ligaments, and connective tissue working well together. So, if you’re experiencing issues like back pain, neck pain, or joint pain, an osteopath could be the person to help.
How Does Osteopathy Work?
Assessment & Diagnosis
The first step of an osteopath’s process is to go through an assessment with the patient and identify a clear diagnosis. This allows them to come up with a clear action plan with areas to focus on. The osteopath will take into account posture, range of movement, lifestyle and medical history.
Hands-On Treatment Techniques
There are a range of massages, stretches and joint mobilisation that an osteopath will use in order to release tension and relieve pain from the affected area. Articulation is one that is common, where the osteopath gently moves your joints through their natural range of motion, aiming to enhance mobility and reduce stiffness. It is actions like this that leave patients feeling a renewed freedom of movement.
Supporting the Body’s Natural Healing
Osteopathy is also known to improve circulation and nerve function, ultimately contributing to the body’s natural healing process. As the blood is now more freely flowing and able to reach the affected areas with a plentiful supply, healing improves after osteopathy.
What Can Osteopathy Help With?
It is no secret that osteopathy can treat a range of aches and pains, but do you know just how many it can actually help with? Below are some of the most common reasons our patients visit us here at The Orchard Clinic.
- Back and neck pain
- Joint pain and stiffness
- Sciatica
- Headaches and migraines
- Sports injuries
- Postural issues
- Work-related or repetitive strain pain
If you’re wondering if your specific condition or pain could be relieved by osteopathy, please get in touch with our team.
What Are the Benefits of Osteopathy?
There are several benefits of osteopathy. One of the main reasons our patients choose our service is it is a treatment that focuses on the root cause, not just symptoms. This is ideal for people looking for long-term pain relief. Another reason we see so many people opting for osteopathy is the fact it is suitable for all ages, thanks to not being invasive or too drastic that only certain people qualify.
For those with sporting injuries who are going through rehabilitation and regular massages, osteopathy complements both processes.
Book an Appointment with The Orchard Clinic Team
The experienced team here at The Orchard Clinic have helped people across Reading and Berkshire as a whole relieve them of pain thanks to our osteopathy treatment. To book an appointment or to find out more information, please do get in touch.
