osteopathy

 

 

what types of problems to osteopaths treat?

 

Any mechanical problem affecting the muscles, ligaments, joints and soft tissues in the body, for example:

 

·         Headache

·         Neck pain

·         Whiplash injury

·         Tennis elbow

·         Hand pain

·         Back pain

·         Sciatica

·         Trapped nerves

·         Sport injuries

·         Osteoarthritic knees

·         Foot pain

 

 

what happens during a consultation?

 

A full medical history will be taken including detailed information regarding your current symptoms. Your general health will be discussed along with your general day to day activities.

 

To fully complete our clinical examination you will normally be asked to remove some of your clothing and perform activities including orthopaedic tests.  You may undergo a neurological evaluation and may be required to undergo further investigations such as x-rays, MRI scan, or blood and urine tests.

 

 

what happens after the initial consulation?

 

A diagnosis and an explanation of your problems will be given.  The osteopath will give you a guideline as to:

 

v      How long your problem is expected to last before it improves.

v      How many treatments you may require.

v      An estimated percentage of improvement in a given time frame.

v      A date for evaluation.

 

 

Will i receive treatment during the initial consulation?

 

In most cases treatment will be offered at this time but in some more serious conditions treatment has to wait for some further investigations to be made.

 

 

What type of treatment can i expect to have?

 

The following type of treatment may be used:

 

·         Soft tissue massage

·         Mobilisation of joints

·         Neuromuscular stretching and strengthening techniques

·         Manipulation

·         Interferential electrotherapy

·         Ultrasound

·         Deep tissue percussion massage

·         Cryotherapy

·         Ergonomic and postural advice

·         Medical acupuncture

·         Rehabilitation and core stability exercise programme

 

 

Are all the osteopaths at the carew osteopathic clinic registered?

 

All osteopaths are required by law to have qualified with one of the government recognised institutions.  These colleges now run BSc (Hons) programmes.  A government statute for the regulation of osteopathy was established in 1997.  This provides the patient with the same protection as when seeing your GP or dentist.  The General Osteopathic Council is the governing body for osteopaths.

 

 

Can i speak to an osteopath before i decide to have treatment?

 

Yes.  Please feel free to contact the clinic and ask to speak with one of the practitioners. Our osteopaths may be unable to speak with you immediately but will endeavour to return your call as soon possible.

 

 

Can i claim on my health insurance for my treatment?

 

Yes, depending on your individual policy.  We are recognised by all major health insurance companies including BUPA, AXA PPP, HSA, Standard Life, WPA, Norwich Union for example.

 

 

Registered Osteopaths at the carew osteopathic clinic:

 

Anthony Carew, Lara Evans, Ron White