Osteopathy   is   a   regulated   health   profession   specialising   in the   relationship   between   your   body’s   structure   and   function, recognised     for     its     system     of     diagnosis     and     treatment. Osteopathy   was   the   first   complementary   medicine   to   achieve statutory recognition, so be assured of high standards. Benefits of Osteopathy : Osteopathy    is    medically    based    and    proven    successful    in treating   a   broad   range   of   health   issues   in   general   practice   as well   as   specialist   areas.   Osteopathic   techniques   are   varied, which    means    that    they    can    be    tailored    to    each    individual patient. • Release    muscle    tensions    using    soft    tissue    stretching techniques. • Improve    joint    mobility    via    gentle    articulations    using mobilisations and manipulations. • Free   up   restricted   nerves   using   neuromuscular   release techniques to relax contracted muscle. • Improve   circulation   via   lymphatic   drainage   techniques throughout   the   body,   enhance,   and   boost   the   immune system. Osteopathy for Work and Leisure : Sometimes   life   can   throw   you   some   knocks.   Osteopathy   can treat   a   broad   range   of   aches   and   pains   from   work   related postural   problems,   strains   caused   by   over-enthusiastic   work in   the   home   or   garden,   to   those   long-standing   niggles.   Our aim   and   approach   is   to   get   you   back   to   health   quickly!   For example   :   Back   Pain,   Joint   Pains,   Neck   Pain,   Wrist   &   Hands, Sciatica, Shoulder Pain, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Osteopathy for Sports & Fitness : Our   bodies   need   to   be   at   their   peak   to   perform   well.   Injuries old   and   new   can   prevent   you   participating   in   the   activities   you enjoy.   Osteopathy   can   help   you   return   to   pain   free   sport   and maybe    even    improve    your    game!    Common    sports    injuries and    tensions    can    be    treated    by    osteopathy    include:    Shin Splints,    Tennis    Elbow,    Hamstring    Strain,    Knee    Pain,    Groin Strain, Runners Knee, Ankle Pain, Golfers Elbow Osteopathy During Pregnancy : The    change    that    an    expectant    mothers’    body    undergoes throughout   the   pregnancy   places   stresses   and   strains   on   all body   parts.   Osteopathy   can   help   prepare   the   body   for   birth, ease postnatal discomfort and relieve tensions for mother. Osteopathy for OAPs (Older Active Person) : Whether   it   is   pain   from   arthritis,   preparation   or   recovery   from an    operation,    or    you    just    want    to    stay    mobile    for    the grandchildren,   osteopathic   treatment   can   help   keep   you   on the move. Rewrite the rules, be an Older Active Person! Osteopathy for Other Areas : Osteopathy    can    be    applied    to    most    areas    of    the    body allowing   for   relief   from   conditions   that   can   adversely   affect your daily life.