Osteopathy is a way of detecting, treating and preventing health problems by moving, stretching and massaging a person’s muscles and joints.
Osteopathy is based on the principle that the well-being of an individual depends on their bones, muscles, ligaments and connective tissues functioning smoothly together.
Osteopaths use a range of techniques but not drugs or surgery. They use physical manipulation, stretching and massage with the aim of:
- increasing the mobility of joints
- relieving muscle tension
- enhancing the blood supply to tissues
- helping the body to heal
WHEN IT’S USED?
Most people who see an osteopath do so for help with conditions that affect the muscles, bones and joints, such as:
- lower back pain
- uncomplicated neck pain (as opposed to neck pain after an injury such as whiplash)
- shoulder pain and elbow pain (for example, tennis elbow)
- arthritis
- problems with the pelvis, hips and legs
- sports injuries
- muscles and joint pain associated with driving or work
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