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Visiting the Osteopath

On your first visit a full medical case history will be taken. So any information you have on medications you may be taking, results of tests, scans or X rays will be useful for the Osteopath. Following the case history an examination will be carried out ( you may be asked to remove some clothing for this, so wear under garments you are comfortable in or bring along some shorts ) in which you may be asked to perform a few simple movements so the Osteopath can assess the problem. Dependant on the case history other simple medical, orthopaedic or neurological testing may be carried out. The Osteopath will explain this as they proceed with the examination. The Osteopath will use palpation, a highly developed sense of touch to assess areas of weakness, tenderness, restriction or strain within your body.

Based on the case history and examination findings the Osteopath will make a diagnosis as to what the problem is and discuss it with you. This is to ensure you have a basic understanding the diagnosis. The Osteopath will explain if Osteopathic treatment is suitable for your complaint and it will be offered to you. Treatment will be aimed at helping to restore normal function of the body.

Osteopaths use a variety of techniques to achieve this including techniques to release and relax muscles and joints such as massage techniques, rhythmic joint movement and muscle release techniques. The Osteopath may also carry out manipulation using short quick movements to spinal and or other joints of the body. Depending on your problem other techniques may be used.

The Osteopath will explain the techniques they are using, however if you have any doubts about any techniques or throughout the consultation please do discuss this with your Osteopath.

An initial consultation lasts from 30 minutes to 1 hour. Follow up treatments last 30 – 45 minutes. Dependant on the complaint and patient, many patients need a course of treatment to resolve the complaint, on average between 2-10 sessions are required.

However many patients decide and Osteopaths recommend that some patients have periodic preventative treatments to avoid recurring problems.

Some Osteopaths may also discuss lifestyle advice. If the Osteopath feels that they need a second opinion or further investigation into your complaint they may refer you to another medical health profession.

If you have any questions or queries please contact your Osteopath and they will be happy to help.