Back pain relief and much more!
Our team are highly experienced in successfully treating back pain, neck pain, headaches, shoulder pain, elbow pain, hand and wrist problems, hip pain, sciatica, leg pain, ankle and foot problems, and much more!
Additional Services
Osteopathy
Joint Manipulation
Soft Tissue Treatment
Massage
Ultrasound
Acupuncture
Kinesio Taping
Running Technique Coaching
Postural Rehabilitation
Gait Assessment
Biomechanics review
Orthotic Casting and Fitting
NAT (Frozen Shoulder)
Exercise Prescription
Chronic pain clinic
Arthritis Care
Initial Consultation
History, examination, diagnosis
Time: 60 minutes
Cost: £50
Follow-up Treatment
Osteopathy and associated treatments
Time: 30 minutes
Cost: £40
Extended Treatment
Osteopathy and associated treatments
Time: 60 minutes
Cost: £70
Free Consultation
General discussion about your condition
Time: 15 minutes
Cost: £0
Your first visit to see the osteopath will last up to 1 hour to allow you plenty of time to discuss about your problem. Your medical history, lifestyle and general well-being, are factors to be considered.
You will normally be asked to remove some of your clothes so that a detailed physical examination can take place – this may include an assessment of your spine, your posture and the way you move. The osteopath may also take your blood pressure and test your reflexes. You may want to bring some loose clothing or shorts with you.
Following an initial diagnosis the osteopath will explain in detail what has gone wrong, the treatment required and how long your recovery is likely to take. If other types of treatment are necessary you will be referred to the most appropriate source.
Follow-up sessions, are normally of shorter duration, and would be arranged to suit your work or domestic convenience. Any questions you have about your condition or treatment will be answered as fully as possible.
Repetitive strain injuries
Carpel tunnel syndrome
Pain associated with arthritis
These conditions often occur as a result of work-related conditions, such as working with computers or certain pieces of equipment. The osteopath is able to provide effective treatment and advice on how to reduce the risk of these conditions recurring.
Plantar fasciitis
Heel pain
Flat feet / fallen arches
The osteopath will be able to assess the extent of these problems and provide effective treatment, including recommending orthotics. READ MORE for additional information.
Osteopathy in Action (OiA) works in consultation with Andrew Root (BSc, DpodM, MChs, SRCh) to specialise in the assessment and treatment of foot problems. Andrew is a foot podiatrist whose expertise lies in the area of biomechanical foot assessments and makes ‘made to measure’ orthotics.
Here at Osteopathy in Action (OiA) you will have a comprehensive assessment of your feet with you in standing, sitting and non weight bearing positions. This will be assessed in relation to your posture and alignment with your ankles, knees, hips and back. This may also involve ‘video gait analysis’ whereby you will be filmed walking or running on a treadmill. This will then be evaluated and discussed with you.
If orthotics are recommended, the osteopath will take a mould of each foot using plaster of paris. This will capture the exact shape and the fit of your foot and is therefore accurate in ensuring correct angle and maximum shock absorption. This will be sent to Andrew Root who will make your individual orthotics and return them to Osteopathy in Action (OiA).
The main function of moulded orthotics is to correct body alignment or increase shock absorption and therefore to help to reduce ankle, knee, hip and lower back pains especially if the feet ‘roll inwards’ during walking and running . For many people moulded orthotics are invaluable in reducing shock and maintaining straight walking and running. This improves body posture and helps higher joints in the knees, hips and in the back.
