The average number of osteopathic visits to recover from your ailment is three.
Your osteopathic appointment costs £20 for your first appointment and then £40 for all subsequent appointments. Your appointment will last 45 minutes.
You will be required to change into comfortable clothing for a full body assessment so please bring with you appropriate clothing such as shorts and a
t-shirt/vest top.
There are changing facilities and an accessible toilet in the building.
What to expect when visiting your osteopath
Treatment
The osteopathic treatment will consist of:
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A case history
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Assessment
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Treatment & Diagnosis
Case History
The case history will involve your osteopath asking about your medical history, your goals for the future, and your presenting ailment.
Assessment
You will be asked to perform a series of motions which will allow your osteopath to get a better understanding of your condition.
Treatment & Diagnosis
Your osteopath will explain to you your diagnosis, and if they can treat it. Your osteopath will use a variety of manual therapy techniques to help reduce pain, improve motion, and increase quality of life. Your osteopath may then provide a series of exercises for you to do at home, in addition to education so you understand what your condition is, and how long it will take to get better.