Conditions treated
Osteopathy can help with a wide range of everyday aches, pains and injuries, from a stiff back after a long week at a desk to the nagging ache of an old sports injury. Every case is different, so treatment always starts with understanding what is really going on, not just where it hurts.
Below are some of the most common reasons people come in. If a condition is not listed, it does not mean it cannot be helped. Get in touch and it can be talked through.
Back & neck pain
Problems affecting the spine, from the base of the skull down to the lower back, including nerve-related pain that radiates into the limbs.
- Sciatica
- Lower back pain
- Neck pain and stiffness
- Disc-related pain
- Postural pain from desk work
Joints & limbs pain
Pain, stiffness or injury in the peripheral joints and surrounding soft tissues, shoulders, elbows, hips, knees and feet.
- Shoulder pain and frozen shoulder
- Hip pain
- Knee pain
- Tennis and golfer’s elbow
- Plantar fasciitis
Headaches & tension
Headaches and jaw discomfort with a musculoskeletal cause, often linked to tight muscles in the neck, shoulders or jaw.
- Tension headaches
- Jaw pain
- Stress-related muscle tension
Sports & activity pain
Injuries and overuse complaints from training, sport or exercise, alongside rehabilitation to get you back to activity safely.
- Sports injuries
- Running injuries
- Recovery and rehabilitation
Life stages
Musculoskeletal changes and discomfort that come with particular phases of life, from pregnancy through to managing long-term joint conditions.
- Pregnancy-related aches and pains
- Arthritic pain
- Post-surgical recovery
Not sure where your pain fits?
Many conditions overlap, and pain in one area is often linked to something happening elsewhere in the body. A thorough assessment is the best way to understand what is really going on and how to treat it.
Find out what to expect at your first appointment, or book an appointment to get started.
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A note before you read on
These pages are general information, not a diagnosis or personal advice. Symptoms can have different causes from person to person, and a proper assessment is needed to establish what is actually happening and whether treatment is right for you.
