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Osteopathy is the modern scientific development of ancient techniques of manipulation in order to help the general functioning of the body. It is based on the restoration of abnormal joint mobility by specific manipulative techniques.
On the first appointment, a diagnosis is made in which the patient is given a full structural examination of the peripheral and vertebral joints, backed up when necessary by X-rays, scans and biochemical tests.
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Treatment is based on the diagnosis
and a variety of techniques are
used:
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Techniques
of joint manipulation, whereby
joint restrictions are
released.
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Myofascial
release techniques where soft
tissues are released, and muscle
tension reduced.
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Movements
to improve the circulation –
both venous and lymphatic.
Treatments cause very little discomfort and rarely cause pain. They are normally repeated at weekly intervals. The type of manipulative treatment is based on the initial diagnosis and may vary as your condition improves.
Osteopathic
treatments are most often utilized
in the following conditions.
- Joint pain – particularly low – back, neck, knees, hips and ankles.
- Muscular aches and pains – (Arthritis/Rheumatism)
- Athletic injuries.
- Tension Headaches.
- Disc disease including herniations and prolapses
- Tendinopathies eg tennis elbow, golfers elbow
- Osteoarthritis in all its forms
- Restricted areas of movement.
- Sciatica
- Radicular symptoms e.g. referred neurological sympotoms such as pins and needles and numbness (parathesia)
Should you suffer from any of the above problems please give us a call on 01483 720464 or email us at lholve@yorkclinic.co.uk , and we will be pleased to answer any questions you may have. |
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