Osteopathy

Osteopathy is an established, recognised system of diagnosis and treatment that lays its main emphasis on "hands on" method of treatment for a wide range of conditions, working on the structure of the body to restore the normal function of the musculoskeletal system which can benefit patients of all ages.

This, combined with a detailed understanding of human anatomy, physiology and pathological processes together with a thorough knowledge of clinical examination methods allows the osteopath to treat patients by releasing and promoting the body's self healing mechanisms.

Treatment can be used to alleviate acute or chronic conditions providing relief from pain and discomfort occasioned by abnormalities in the function of the body structure as well as damage caused to it by disease.

Osteopathy uses many of the diagnostic procedures used in conventional medical assessment but is unique in assessing patients from a functional and postural standpoint and the manual methods of treatment applied to suit the needs of the individual patient.

Professionalism and Safety

Osteopaths study for four to five years for an undergraduate degree. This is similar to a medical degree, with emphasis on anatomy and musculoskeletal medicine
Training includes more than 1,000 hours of osteopathic techniques.
It is an offence for anyone to call themselves an Osteopath if they are not registered with the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC)
The British Medical Association's guidance for general practitioners states that doctors can safely refer patients to Osteopaths
Osteopathy is recommended by National Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE) for lower back pain
Osteopath is safe, natural and effective

All Osteopaths at fine fettle are GOsC registered and fully insured.

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