Osteopathy
What is Osteopathy? Osteopathy is a holistic approach to healthcare capable of addressing many musculoskeletal conditions. Using “hands on” techniques Osteopaths treat the body as a whole including muscles, joints, ligaments, bone and connective tissue. Osteopaths believe the effective functioning of the body is closely related to the body’s framework. Using this style of treatment the function of the entire body is improved including the lymphatic, circulatory and nervous systems. An Osteopath optimizes the structure so that the body can heal itself. Within an osteopathic treatment a range of techniques are employed meet the individual needs of the patient. Prior to osteopathic treatment, a comprehensive medical history is taken. Such treatments may include
Treatment may also include advice on both stretching and strengthening exercises, posture, diet, ergonomics and stress management techniques. An Osteopath undertakes 5 years of full time training to become a Government registered practitioner of manual therapy. Dr Matthew Dere
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Who Can Benefit? Osteopaths are consulted for a wide range of health conditions. These include:
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