| What to Expect from Osteopathy |
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On your first
visit a full case history will be taken and you will be given an
examination prior to any treatment being given. This initial consultation
will last around 40 minutes.
At the outset, the osteopath will explain exactly what is going
to happen and what you should expect.
Any possible risk factors will also be explained to you. At all
times you will have the opportunity to ask questions.
You will normally be asked to remove some of your clothing for examination
and asked to perform some simple movements. Women will be provided
with gowns.
The osteopath will use a highly developed sense of touch, called
palpation, to identify any points of weakness or excessive strain
throughout the body in order to allow a diagnosis to be made.
Should any further investigations be required, such as X-Ray, this
will be communicated to your GP. |
Once an initial diagnosis
is made, the osteopath will explain what this means and describe
what treatment will be given. You will be asked for your permission
to proceed with treatment at this point. Following treatment you
will be given advice on what to do at home and work until your next
appointment.
Subsequent treatments will last approximately 30 minutes. The total
number of treatments required will depend on how you respond but
the average is 3-4 treatments spread over a few weeks.
Osteopathy Appointments
It is not necessary to obtain a referral from your GP before you
consult an osteopath. To arrange an appointment please contact
us. |
