What do we treat?

BACKACHE - affects four out of five people at some time, backache is the most common complaint.

SCIATICA - irritation of the sciatic nerve that supplies the leg.

HEADACHE - neck and shoulder tension caused by stress or by sitting in front of a computer all day!

JOINT AND MUSCLE STRAIN - Osteopaths treat joint and muscle strain in any part of the body including the hips, knees, legs, ankles, feet, wrists, elbows, shoulders, arms and ribs.

SPORTS INJURIES - treatment can benefit sports men and women at all levels, especially those wishing to get back to their sports quickly after injury.

PREGNANCY - can cause back pain and discomfort due to changes in posture.

ARTHRITIS - normal wear and tear of the joint surface can result in Arthritis or Osteoarthritis. Treatment can help relieve pain and restore some joint function.

REPETITIVE STRAIN INJURY - or RSI. This is associated with people who spend long periods of time with computer keyboards, but also includes injuries such as 'tennis elbow'.