Osteopathy is a system of diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of medical conditions. It is based on the principle that the healthy functioning of the body is dependent on the skeleton, muscles, ligaments and connective tissues functioning smoothly together.

To an osteopath, for your body to work well, its structure must also work well. So osteopaths work to restore your body to a state of optimal function, where possible without the use of drugs or surgery.

Osteopaths use a range of techniques including physical manipulation, stretching and massage to increase the mobility of joints, to relieve muscle tension, to enhance the blood and nerve supply to tissues, and to help your body’s own healing mechanisms. They may also provide advice on posture and exercise to aid recovery, promote health and prevent symptoms recurring.