Research shows that manual therapy such as osteopathy can help to relieve pain, increase flexibility and improve quality of life for people with arthritic pain or osteoarthritis.
Arthritic pain is a leading cause of pain and discomfort in adults all across the world. Osteoarthritis is commonly found with people over the age of 45. But in some cases, it can also affect younger people.
Arthritis in the knees and hips are most common. Also spines, hands, wrists, feet and ankles are also often affected.
As osteopaths we use a range of massage techniques that can help a patient suffer less pain. All treatments differ for every person. So, a full assessment will be carried out before any treatment will commence. In some cases we will refer you to your doctor for scans, X-rays or other tests.
Each treatment is tailored to the individual, gently moving and stretching an arthritic joint and massaging surrounding muscles and tissues to help ease some of the discomfort.
We can also advise on flexibility exercises to strengthen certain areas of the body that can help support or reduce pressure on the arthritic joint.
To carry out an initial assessment of your arthritic pain, please get in touch to book an appointment today.
Osteopathic treatment can help alleviate arthritic pains. If you have a question please get in touch.
By improving the muscle function with gently applied treatments and gentle stretching. This will help to maintain the patient’s tissue elasticity, with the aim of giving them as much mobility within the joint as we possibly can, as well as improving their circulation. This will also have an effect on their immune function. All of the above will help in reducing the joint stiffness.
After taking a full case history we able to discuss and consider if there are any underlying medical reasons for chronic pain, or whether there is just poor postural habit. Quite often the pain can induce a protective stance or habitual way of moving, which then creates further pain elsewhere. Through treatment, exercises and possibly some changes in lifestyle, chronic pain can be reduced and managed far more efficiently.
We aim to keep patient appointments to a minimum.
Within a relatively short period of time, we are able get a good idea of whether our treatment is being of benefit and worth persevering with, or whether further referral is necessary. We will always discuss this with you and keep you informed.
Inflammation is the body’s natural response to injury or assault on the tissue. This doesn’t necessarily need to be a physical injury, it can be anything from a rheumatic disorder, causing a chemical assault or hormonal imbalance which can cause excessive inflammation. Stress in the form of flight / fight or petrify can add to that tissue reactivity.
With osteopathy we can reduce the muscular contraction and improve lymph flow. This can reduce the effects of the inflammatory process and in many cases allows the body to heal and reset itself.
An Osteopath will release tension in the muscles in and around the affected joint. It can improve the range of movement and encourage better joint health. This will assist in reducing pain and inflammation as well as increasing flexibility.
Here are some of the responses we have received from our happy patients.
“I saw Steven Baines for the first time recently having been recommended by my wife. He was extremely friendly, knowledgeable and professional. I would highly recommend him.”
“Excellent local practitioner.”
“I have visited Peter and his Mum at the practice in Elizabeth Street for almost 40 years!!! Every time I visit Peter he is very professional and a miracle worker!!! Would highly recommend to anyone needing attention!”
A unique group of fully qualified and experienced practitioners combining their skills to optimise your health.
Peter joined the family practice in 1984 and qualified as an Osteopath in 1993. Since then he Peter has furthered his education by attending Post Graduate Training Courses at the Oxford College of Osteopathy.
Sam uses a combination of manual osteopathic approaches tailored to suit the each individual patient. He takes an interest in posture and movement patterns and how they influence muscle and joint pain.
Steven is a very experienced Osteopath, who commenced is his osteopathic education in New Zealand, before later transferring to the British School of Osteopathy in London to complete his degree.
Choosing a healthcare provider is one of the most important decisions you can make. You want someone who is caring, knowledgeable, and accessible. Someone willing to take the time to go over all of your options and treat you as a person, not just a patient.
This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website.