Osteopathy
Osteopaths believe that if every part
of the body can move and function normally then the individual
will have the best possible chance to maintain good health.
Osteopathic techniques are based on the detailed study
of anatomy. In particular the systems of joints, muscles,
tendons and ligaments which make up the musculoskeletal system.
Manipulation may be defined simply as the art and practice
of moving the joints of the body for therapeutic purposes.
Every movable joint should have a range of smooth and unrestricted
movement. Osteopaths are trained to assess which conditions
will be helped by manipulation and which would be best helped
in other ways. See About
Osteopathy for further information.
Visceral Osteopathy
As people age they bend forwards rather
than backwards. This is an indication of how much tension
is stored in the front of the body.
Visceral Osteopathy
aims to release tightness in the tissues of the abdomen and
chest to allow the organs such as the gut, stomach, lungs
and heart to function more easily, relieving many of the symptoms
that doctors say we "just have to live with". Many chronic
back and neck problems can be helped by visceral osteopathic
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Cranial
Osteopathy
Craniosacral Therapy (also called
Cranial Osteopathy) is an extremely gentle therapy that
can be used in acutely painful or delicate conditions on individuals
of any age. It works on a very profound and subtle level,
influencing the central nervous system and penetrating to
deep-rooted causes.
Craniosacral Therapy is a comprehensive holistic therapy which
can effectively treat a whole range of conditions from physical
injuries and functional disorders (digestive, menstrual, nervous
etc) to emotional disturbances and persistent symptoms of
obscure origin. It is also very effective in promoting
general improvement in health and energy, balancing and integrating
the whole person on many levels, and re-integrating following
illness, accident or injury.
Acupuncture
Medical acupuncture
is a powerful adjunct to Osteopathic treatment. Very fine
needles are used to rapidly and painlessly release muscle
spasm or deactivate painful trigger points. Sometimes acupuncture
is all that is needed for a cure. At other times it is a very
effective way to prepare for osteopathic manipulation.
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