Expert Osteopathy Clinic In HARROW

Osteopathy was originally devised to be an improved system of medicine in the 1870s. The idea was to improve outcomes for illnesses and conditions by working through the musculoskeletal system to improve blood flow to and from areas of the body.

The idea was also to influence the nervous system – especially the spinal cord. The spinal cord sends nerves throughout the body, so changing its responses can alter different situations.

We carefully observe the spine’s function, even when problems seem unrelated to it. Over time our focus has become more on the musculoskeletal system for its own issues.

Osteopaths are therefore taught about all the systems of the body with reference to the musculoskeletal system.

The role of an Osteopath is to make sense of issues presented by a client, then devise a treatment plan to help, then put that plan into practice.

This may involve hands-on treatment, along with exercises and advice within the areas of exercise. Diet & lifestyle advice may also be presented.

Osteopaths traditionally focused on treating people rather than specific conditions. Now, it’s important to let people know about the conditions we treat. This is especially true for those conditions that have strong evidence showing that Osteopathy is effective.

Typically 50% of people who consult our Osteopaths do so for lower back trouble, however Osteopathy has been shown to beneficial for all of the following conditions:

1. Minor Sports Injuries
2. Joint aches and pain
3. Headaches/migraine prevention
4. Neck pain
5. Circulatory problems
6. Cramp
7. Rheumatic pain
8. Shoulder pain/frozen shoulder
9. Tennis Elbow, arm, wrist and hand pain
10. Digestion problems
11. Lumbago
12. Sciatica
13. Muscle spasms
14. Fibromyalgia
15. Neuralgia
16. Inability to relax
17. Hip, knee ankle & foot pain
18. Middle back, lower back, and pelvic pain

This is not an exhaustive list. If you do not see your condition there, please do get in touch and we can discuss further.

Ideally loose-fitting clothing like shorts, loose tracksuit bottoms and a vest top. Tight clothing, skirts/dresses, denim and corduroy present some difficulty if worn to the session.

It is necessary to remove some clothing, especially in the initial session, to assess someone accurately.

We have a private changing area for your comfort as well as gowns if clothing does need partially removing. We never expose more than is necessary and only what the patient is comfortable with. Patient comfort and reassurance is of paramount importance. Chaperones/ family members being present can be arranged and are welcomed as well.