Injuries & Conditions
treated by osteopathy
“Osteopathy is a system of assessing, diagnosing, treating and preventing a wide range of health problems.
Osteopaths are commonly known for treating back pain and postural problems including changes due to pregnancy, caused by driving or work strain, the pain of arthritis and minor sports injuries.”
Osteopathy treats a range of injuries and conditions, from acute injuries to chronic and long-term conditions and illnesses.
At The Village Osteopaths our expert team has great success in helping patients return to their daily lives after suffering from debilitating pain. Here are just some of the conditions that we treat using osteopathy.
Headaches
Osteopaths differentiate between different types of headaches to rule out any red flags, and.treats using gentle techniques which can ease physical stress and tension.
Lower back pain
Probably the most common complaint patients seek osteopathic treatment for, lower back pain can come in many forms but is effectively treated by osteopathy.
Upper back pain
Becoming more common due to posture and desk work, but a lot of issues can be helped with good osteopathy with post-treatment management advice.
Muscle Spasms
Muscle spasms are usually a sign of an underlying issue. Osteopathy will assess, locate and treat the root cause of the muscle spasm for long-term health benefits.
Shoulder pain
Pain in the shoulders is easy to ignore and extremely common. But pain is a warning sign, so osteopathy can help identify why you are experiencing this and provide effective treatment.
Disc pain
There are a range of reasons why you are experiencing disc pain. Osteopaths can often diagnose the issue without you needing a scan and treat without need for surgery.
Knee Pain
Knees are one of the most troublesome joints in the body and osteopathy is well placed to diagnose and treat the many issues patients suffer with.
Arthritis
Whilst a chronic condition with no cure, arthritis can be managed effectively using osteopathy to improve mobility and reduce pain and stiffness.
Pelivic Pain
Pelvic pain can develop for a number of different reasons so osteopathy will initially look to ascertain the root cause of your issue before providing effective treatment.
TMJ
TMJ is becoming a common complaint with patients. Osteopathy has the tools to ease tension and help tension and advise on managing this condition.
Pregnancy pain
Mums to be book in to help with general aches and pains but we help with complicated issues to help ease the pregnancy and the baby’s position.
Preventative
Patients use osteopathy to prevent injury, pain or stiffness developing. Highly tuned assessments enable osteopaths to spot and correct issues before they develop.
“I have had issues with my back and shoulder for many years now and have tried most treatments and seen various osteopaths, chiropractors, acupuncturists and tried all types of massage.”
— Laura I
