Abbie Thomas Osteopath

Osteopathy is a safe and effective form of manual therapy that aims to help people optimise the function of their body. Osteopaths take a holistic approach to their assessment and treatment (not simply addressing the symptomatic area of the body). An osteopath uses their skill of palpation (touch) to help to identify dysfunctional structures like muscles, ligaments, nerves and joints or specific medical conditions. A diagnosis is formed through a thorough case history and physical assessment, including orthopaedic testing. Treatment involves manual techniques (mainly very gentle ones), varying from manipulation of joints to improve mobility, soft tissue massage and stretching to ease muscular pain and cranial techniques to re-balance the body. Thereby relieving pain, discomfort and aiding mobility. Advice is given about posture and exercises are provided to aid recovery, promote health and prevent recurrence of symptoms. Osteopathy is widely practised throughout the world, and is recognised as one of the most highly effective complementary therapies, with a large and expanding base of scientifically validated research.
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