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For most people, they will be somewhere in the range of feeling better to potentially feeling a little bit sore for 24 – 48hours after treatment. This can range from a slight sense of achiness or a feeling of general tenderness. If in the unlikely event that you develop any addition symptoms or feelings that you haven’t had before or if you are in anyway concerned, then please contact me in the first instance, I will be more than happy to assist and guide you.
For most people after osteopathic treatment, they will be able to continue with their day as normal. I do suggest that you do not over-do things following a treatment and err on the side of caution as your body learns to adapt and respond to the treatment process.
Appointment times vary between 30- 40 mins and 1hour 30 mins for the Initial Perrin Technique® appointment.
Yes, if treatment is appropriate, you will be treated in the first appointment. If it is not advisable to treat you, you will be given an explanation as to why not and what the next steps should be.
To have your condition evaluated and treated you may need to undress to your underwear (if comfortable to do so) or put on sports shorts and sports bra. Some patients find it best to wear clothing that is easy to change out of e.g. jogging bottoms.
Yes, to be able to treat you I need to do very specific lymphatic drainage across the breast tissue. This is because there are many lymphatic vessels in the breast tissue and the drainage points for the lymph to drain into the venous system (blood vessels) is just below the collar bones. I try and make this as comfortable as possible by provided a paper covering and only uncovering one side at a time. Once this part of the treatment has been completed you will remain covered up for the rest of the treatment. Some people like to bring a towel with them as it is heavier than the paper covering and makes them feel more secure. You are also very welcome to bring someone else into the treatment room to accompany you during the treatment.
In the consultation room there will be a thorough conversation about what brought you here, symptoms you are experiencing, impact it is having on your day-to-day life and a wider conversation about your general health, so that a detailed case history is developed which will help tailor your treatment.
If examination is appropriate, your posture and movement with be observed, looking at how your body mechanics may be contributing to your symptoms. You may be asked to perform simple movements (for example, bending, turning, or lifting an arm) and carry out any specific tests needed to clarify the diagnosis.
No, you do not need a GP referral, but some patients come following their GP’s advice.
Osteopathy is for people of all ages who want a hands-on, whole-body approach to health — not just treating symptoms but looking at how everything works together.
More specifically, it’s commonly helpful for:
People with pain or movement issues
- Back, neck, or shoulder pain
- Joint problems (knees, hips, wrists)
- Sports or work-related injuries
- Postural strain (desk jobs, repetitive work)
Pregnant people & new parents
- Back and pelvic pain during pregnancy
- Preparation for birth and recovery after delivery
- Babies with feeding issues, reflux, or tension from birth
People with stress-related symptoms
- Tension headaches or migraines
- Jaw pain (TMJ)
- Fatigue linked to muscular tension
Athletes & active people
- Injury prevention
- Faster recovery
- Improving mobility and performance
Older adults
- Arthritis and stiffness
- Balance and mobility support
- Gentle treatment adapted to aging bodies
Osteopathy isn’t for everything. It works best for musculoskeletal and functional issues, and it’s usually used alongside, not instead of, medical care for serious conditions.
Osteopathy can benefit a wide range of patients, from those with a short-term injury to others with chronic conditions.
Osteopathy aims to help manage and improve these conditions as well support patients to make changes to their lifestyle, exercise and diet to improve their overall health and wellbeing. .
Some of the conditions that osteopathy may be able to help with include:
- General aches and pains
- Arthritic pain
- Joint pain
- Sciatica
- Muscle spasms
- Headache arising from the neck
- Sports injuries
- Muscular tensions
- Persistent pain
- Back pain related to pregnancy
- General stiffness or lack of mobility
Osteopathy is a hands-on healthcare approach that focuses on how the body’s structure (bones, muscles, joints, tissues) and function are connected. Osteopaths consider biological, psychological and social factors and don’t just view a symptom in isolation.
The core idea is simple: If the body moves well, it works better — and can heal itself more effectively.
Osteopaths use manual techniques such as:
- Stretching and gentle pressure
- Joint mobilization
- Soft-tissue and muscle work
They don’t just look at where it hurts — they assess posture, movement, lifestyle, and how different parts of the body affect each other.