Osteopathic Clinics Clapham

Quote "WhatClinic" for 20% Off Your 1st Session At The Fairlee Wellbeing CentreWhat is Osteopathy and Cranial Osteopathy?Osteopathy is a form of manual medicine which focuses on total body health by releasing tissue tension, thus restoring balance to the musculoskeletal framework. The Osteopath uses a combination of massage, stretching and joint manipulation techniques to relieve pain by relaxing muscles, improving circulation and calming nervous system function.Cranial Osteopathy is a refined and subtle type of osteopathic treatment that uses very gentle manipulative pressure to encourage the release of stresses throughout the body, including the head. It is can be helpful in treating a wide range of conditions in people of all ages, from birth to old age.What do Osteopaths Treat?Osteopaths treat the whole person, not just the condition. Common conditions that may be helped include:Back and Neck PainMuscle strains & Joint StiffnessDisc & Sciatica ProblemsPostural ProblemsRepetitive StrainHeadaches and MigrainesJaw Pain & Teeth GrindingMusculoskeletal Pain during and after pregnancyTreatments for Children and babiesSports InjuriesWhat happens on my first consultation?The 1st session will involve a detailed case history, both of the main problem, previous injuries and general health history, followed by a careful physical examination before arriving at a treatment plan. In more complex situations, further tests may be required to gain full understanding of the problem.How long does a treatment course last?This depends on the nature and complexity of the problem.Recent issues tend to resolve fairly quickly: 1 to 3 treatments. Longer term more chronic conditions will take longer. Your Osteopath will discuss your individual situation with you. Be assured

Quote "WhatClinic" for 20% Off Your 1st Session At The Fairlee Wellbeing CentreOur Chiropractic team treat patients of all ages, from babies to the elderly, for an extensive array of acute and chronic issues and problems. An integrated holistic stance is taken with regards to your physical, social and psychological factors. They provide care and support by reducing pain and disability and by restoring normal function from neuro-musculoskeletal disorders.The treatment includes thorough advice about self-help, exercise, diet and lifestyle, as part of support for pain management, sports injuries and active rehabilitation.The common problems Chiropractic may be able to help with are:Lower Back PainPregnancy and Post-Natal issuesNeck Pain and WhiplashShoulder / Elbow painHeadaches / MigrainesSports injuriesJoint problemsChronic painRepetitive strain injuryPostural spinal issues

Quote "WhatClinic" for 20% Off Your 1st Session At The Fairlee Wellbeing CentrePhysiotherapists combine their knowledge, skills and approach to improve a broad range of physical problems associated with different ‘systems’ of the body.In particular they treat neuromuscular (brain and nervous system), musculoskeletal (soft tissues, joints and bones), cardiovascular and respiratory systems (heart and lungs and associated physiology).How can Physiotherapy help?Sports and soft tissue injuries: Sprains and bruising to the soft tissue e.g. muscles, ligaments, cartilage, nerve and tendon problems.Neck and back disorders: Includes prolapsed discs, joint degeneration, sciatica, lumbago, stiff/painful neck and referred leg and arm painsHeadaches & Migraines: We look at the cause of your headache and treat them problems accordingly.Postural dysfunction: To correct postural problems and muscle imbalances.Joint problems: Including arthritis, rheumatic disorders, injuries, pain swelling and stiffness in joints such as shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, knees and ankles can be alleviated with physiotherapy treatment.Repetitive strain and overuse injuries plus other work related conditions: We provide treatment with methods including ergonomic assessments and preventative advice.Fractures: Treatment of fractures can increase the healing rate and return to full function.Orthopaedic conditions: Rehabilitation after orthopaedic surgery, e.g. knee cartilage operations, ligament repair, shoulder or back surgery.Pre and post natal conditions: Advice on exercise and relaxation and treatment for back pain and associated problems related to pregnancy.

To an osteopath, for your body to work well, its structure must also work well. So osteopaths work to restore your body to a state of balance, where possible without the use of drugs or surgery. Osteopaths use touch, physical manipulation, stretching and massage to increase the mobility of joints, to relieve muscle tension, to enhance the blood and nerve supply to tissues, and to help your body’s own healing mechanisms. They may also provide advice on posture and exercise to aid recovery, promote health and prevent symptoms recurring.

Your initial consulatation will involve a full medical history together with analysis of your pain pattern and its onset. Hence you need to allow additional time for the first consultation. Treatment will comprise a variety of techniques depending on your symptoms and our diagnosis of the problem. You should leave feeling better and we aim to make a lasting difference within 3 treatment sessions.

Like Chiropractors, osteopaths undertake spinal manipulation where this is considered appropriate due to restrictions in mobility. There is good evidence from clinical trials demonstrating the effectiveness of spinal maipulation therapy. 

As osteopaths we have a thorough understanding of the biomechanics of the back and neck and possible sources of pain including disc prolapse and trapped nerves -- my commitment is to get you moving again, without pain

We treat babies (cranial osteopathy), children and teenagers for a variety of common complaints simply to ensure healthy postural development. Treatment is safe and natural, using a variety of manual techniques.