Osteopathy
David is experienced in treating many disorders, including; changes to posture in pregnancy, babies with colic, repetitive strain injury, & postural problems caused by driving or work strain, the pain of arthritis & sports injuries. 
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Rehabilitation is a shared & established goal of treatment with David.
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WHAT IS OSTEOPATHY
David's job as an Osteopath is to diagnose and treat faults that occur in the body's framework. The faults may be due to;
- injury,
- habitual misuse or over-use,
- disease states or developmental abnormalities.
OSTEOPATHY & DIAGNOSIS
Osteopathy uses many of the diagnostic procedures used in conventional medical diagnosis.
Its main strength, however, is within the unique way the patient is assessed from a;
Its main strength, however, is within the unique way the patient is assessed from a;
- mechanical,
- anatomical,
- functional and postural standpoint.
OSTEOPATHIC TREATMENT
Osteopaths use their hands, both to investigate the underlying causes of pain and to carry out treatment, using a variety of techniques.
These may include;
-muscle & connective tissue stretching,
-rhythmic joint movements,
-high velocity thrust to improve movement at a joint,
-cranial & functional approaches,
-rehabilitation/re-abilitation
Gentle releasing techniques are often used, particularly when treating children or elderly patients.
Each person is treated appropriately, considering all the factors for the individual, ensuring treatment is gentle & effective.
These may include;
-muscle & connective tissue stretching,
-rhythmic joint movements,
-high velocity thrust to improve movement at a joint,
-cranial & functional approaches,
-rehabilitation/re-abilitation
Gentle releasing techniques are often used, particularly when treating children or elderly patients.
Each person is treated appropriately, considering all the factors for the individual, ensuring treatment is gentle & effective.
PROGRESS REVEIWED REGULARLY
All your presenting conditions are carefully considered, prior to the start of treatment, which is specifically tailored to your needs. The approach, progress and plan of your treatment are reviewed regularly.
OSTEOPATHIC CARE
Many treatments need a ‘one off’ visit, while others may be part of your regular personal Osteopathic care, all of which will be discussed to best meet your requirements.
PATIENT PROTECTION
Osteopathy and Patient Protection
Patients consulting an osteopath have the same safeguards and rights as when consulting a doctor or dentist.- Osteopathy is an established system of diagnosis and treatment, recognised by the British Medical Associaton as a distinct clinical discipline. Under the Osteopaths Act of 1993, osteopathy was accorded statutory recognition, and the title “osteopath” protected by law.
- The General Osteopathic Council or (GOsC) regulates, promotes and develops the profession, maintaining a Statutory Register of those entitled to practice.
- Practitioners on the Register meet the highest standards in safety and competence.
Osteopaths are committed to a program of continuing professional development.
Diagnosed complaints with evidence for supporting treatment, are listed on the following page. (click text)
Further patient information is available by clicking this text.
Where conditions are named in this site it is either because there is research into that particular condition, or to serve to illustrate the kinds of symptoms which might respond to treatment.
For the Benefits of Treatment, please click this text to read on specific areas.
Click this text for information on evidence for treatment.
Spinal manipulation is effective for low back pain (BEAM trial, 2004)
Government guidelines recommend osteopathy for persistent low back pain (NICE, 2009)
Osteopathy is possibly effective for infantile colic (Hayden 2006)
