What is Osteopathy?
Osteopathy is an
established, recognised system of diagnosis and
treatment that lays its main emphasis on the structural integrity of
the body. It is distinctive in the fact that it recognises much of the
pain and disability we suffer stems from abnormalities in the function
of the body structure as well as damage caused to it by disease. read more
Why
Osteopathy?
Osteopathy
involves a whole body approach to assessment and
treatment. This is important as symptoms may show up in many
areas, and these areas may differ from the source of the
problem.
Osteopathy is the science of understanding the integration of the
multiple systems, and the treatment art of promoting integrated
function and healing. read
more
What
does an Osteopath treat?
Many
conditions
benefit from Osteopathic treatment. However, you do not need to be in
pain to visit an Osteopath. You may require postural alignment due to
imbalances caused by either recreational or occupational activities, or
even to release tension that has built up in your body as a consequence
of stress.The list below indicates which problems are most
commonly treated at the Werribee Osteopathic Clinic.
| Muscle and ligament
injuries |
Headaches |
Repetitive strain injuries
(R.S.I) |
Problems common during
pregnancy |
| Sciatica |
Joint problems |
Hip, knee and foot problems |
Infant ailments - colic,
sleeplessness |
| Sports injuries |
Arthritic pain |
Whiplash and traumatic
injuries |
Asthma and breathing
difficulties |
This is by no
means a definitive list - please contact
us for further advice
if needed.