Structural Osteopathy

Structural Osteopathy focuses on postural and gross musculoskeletal complaints.  The osteopathy will assess movement, range of motion, pain levels and functional movement as well as posture. Coupled with an extensive medical history which may highlight physiological causes for the structural or mechanical dysfunction, the osteopathy makes a diagnosis and forms a treatment plan.  This plan may include a referral back to your GP for further tests.

Most osteopathic training is commonly described as “structural”. Treatment involves largely mechanical techniques such as articulation, traction and soft tissue techniques such as massage, muscle energy techniques and myofascial release. Sometimes treatments also include HVLAT (High Velocity, Low Amplitude Thrusts), commonly referred to as “clicking” or “cracking”. Some people love this, some hate it – and if you hate it, there is always an alternative and our Osteopaths will never use this technique without first explaining it and gaining your permission to go ahead. With structural techniques, the patient is usually very aware of what is going on.