Osteopathy for Adults
Achieve Better Posture, Less Pain, and Greater Flexibility with Osteopathic Care
Why you might need Osteopathy
There are numerous reasons as to why you might need to see an Osteopath as an adult. Some of these issues may have stemmed from childhood, playing sport or even at work.
Here are a few examples where our Osteopaths will guide you on your journey to a pain-free and active lifestyle:
Stress: Many times stress manifests itself physically leading to muscle tension, migraines, fatigue, digestive problems, changes in sleep patterns, and mental/emotional symptoms. Our Osteopathy techniques can help to relieve tension, provide relaxation and permit your body’s ability to recover from stress.
Musculoskeletal Pain: If you’re suffering from acute or chronic pain in your back, neck, joints, or muscles, osteopathy offers a natural and effective approach to pain relief without relying solely on medication.
Work-Related Discomfort: Many adults experience pain or discomfort resulting from their occupation, such as repetitive strain injuries, postural issues, or ergonomic challenges. Osteopathy can address these work-related concerns and provide you with strategies to manage and prevent them.
Age-Related Conditions: As we age, our bodies undergo changes that can lead to conditions such as arthritis, osteoporosis, and decreased mobility. Osteopathy can help manage these age-related conditions, improve mobility, and enhance your quality of life.
How we treat you at Royal Sports Clinic
Through osteopathic treatments, adults can improve their range of motion, strength, and coordination. Techniques such as stretching, joint manipulation, and soft tissue massage are commonly used. This can help you achieve peak performance and address any underlying issues that may have been limiting your abilities.
An osteopathy session typically lasts 60 minutes and is tailored to the your individual needs.
Each consultation is structured in four stages to ensure effective and comprehensive osteopathic treatment.
Consultation
The session begins with a detailed conversation, where our osteopath gathers information about the reason for your consultation, medical history, lifestyle, and environment. This phase is essential for understanding the body as a whole and guiding treatment.
Treatment plan
Various manual tests are then performed to analyze the body's mobility, tension, and imbalances. This assessment provides extensive information about the body's structure and allows for the selection of the most appropriate techniques. In some cases, if we consider it necessary or when it does not seem to be available to us, a referral may be made to a doctor for further testing.
Treatment
The treatment is performed using manual techniques adapted to each patient's condition and sensitivity. The goal is to restore functional balance and improve overall body mobility, relieving pain and facilitating self-regulation.
Follow-up visit
In most cases your osteopath will request a follow-up visit. Osteopathy follow-ups are essential appointments where your osteopath monitors your progress, makes adjustments to your treatment plan, and provides ongoing advice on exercises, lifestyle changes, and posture to ensure lasting results and prevent future issues.
Treatment Plan
Consultation
Treatment
Follow-up visit
Common conditions for Adult Osteopathy
Lower back pain / sciatica
Neck pain / headaches / migraines
Postural concerns
Hip / knee / ankle / foot pain
Carpal tunnel / repetitive strain injury (RSI) symptoms / wrist forearm pain
Shoulder pain
Jaw pain
Acute joint sprains
Sports injuries
Arthritic symptoms
Chronic pain management
Rehabilitation post-surgery
Musculoskeletal preparation for pregnancy (women)
Post-natal issues such as weak pelvic floor or abdominal muscles
If you are an adult struggling with persistent pain or health conditions we encourage you to consider Osteopathy at Royal Sports Clinic. Make an appointment today for a consultation with one of our expert osteopaths.