Osteopathy is a way of detecting and treating damaged parts of the body such as muscles, ligaments, nerves and joints. Osteopaths also look at your posture, gait and how you use your whole body so that poorly functioning areas, which may be contributing to the problem or preventing its resolution, can be identified and treated.
What do osteopaths treat?
Osteopaths treat a variety of common conditions including repetitive strain injury, postural problems caused by driving or work strain, the pain of arthritis, sports injuries, changes to posture in pregnancy and babies with colic or sleeplessness.
Is osteopathy regulated?
The General Osteopathic Council regulates, promotes and develops the profession of osteopathy, maintaining a Statutory Register of those entitled to practise osteopathy. Only practitioners meeting the high standards of safety and competency are eligible to join this register. Proof of good health, good character and professional indemnity insurance cover is also a requirement.
What qualifications do osteopaths have?
Osteopaths undertake four to five-year honours degree programmes underpinned by thorough clinical training.
| Ben Posen BA (Hons), BOst Osteopath |
020 7681 7043 / 07967 619 426 ben@hampsteadosteopathy.com |