Osteopathy

This means that where there are restrictions or compensation it will have a direct result on the function of the body – and pain and illness might occur. Osteopathic treatment will aim to restore normal function and regain equilibrium which defines good health. The maintenance of good mechanical function is essential to good health. Problems in the framework of the body can disturb the circulatory system or nerves to any part of the body, and affect any aspect of health. Thus mechanical problems can lead not only to aches and pains in joints and muscles, but also to disturbances in the internal organs and the way they work. The Osteopath helps to achieve this by treatment methods that are in harmonious accord with the human organism’s own biological constitution and organisation. The treatment methods are aimed to enable or help the organism recover from displacements and disorganisations. Osteopaths do this through their knowledge of the anatomical, physiological and psychological structure and function of the human body. Osteopaths are trained and taught a variety of treatment methods and techniques, and they vary their treatment methods depending on their own preference and individual patients’ problems. Cranial Osteopathy is a refined and subtle type of osteopathic treatment that uses very gentle manipulative pressure to encourage the release of stresses throughout the body, including the head. It is extremely effective in treating a wide range of conditions in people of all ages, from birth to old age. People with long standing chronic problems, immune disorders and inflammatory conditions usually respond very well to this type of treatment.