OSTEOPATHY

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Osteopathy is a holistic, gentle, hands on approach to the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of structural and mechanical dysfunctions of the body. One of Osteopathy’s core principles is that structure (anatomy of the body) governs function (physiology of the body). The emphasis of our ethos is the restoration of an integrated, and healthy equilibrium between the two. We use gentle palpation (touch) to read the tissues of the body, assess all skeletal joint mobility, muscular flexibility and connective tissue function.

Then, based on our thorough understanding of anatomy and physiology, we gather all the (clinical) information to form a diagnosis and prepare a treatment plan that is suitable to the individual. The body, naturally, desires to be in a healthy and balanced state and constantly strives to achieve this optimum. Our treatment approach is aimed to support and encourage this process and promote healing.