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Osteopathy in Banbury, Oxfordshire

This manual therapy approach has been established in the UK for over 100 years, originating in America.

Its primary principle is “The rule of the artery is supreme”. Which means the better the blood flow the better the health of the tissue.

This means the practitioner will seek any area of the body which holds tension and attempt to release that tension. Headaches, for example, may be caused by an old injury to the leg, causing a twist of the body, locking the head on the neck in a rotation. An osteopath is unlikely to treat the area of pain or symptoms only, the whole body structure will be examined and manage if required.

Our Expertise and Experience

At The 54 Clinic, our team of dedicated practitioners – Hector, Laura, and Carol Maria – have a combined experience of over 70 years in this technique. Our extensive knowledge and compassionate approach ensure a safe, comfortable, and effective treatment for every client.

Who Can Benefit from Cranial Sacral Therapy?

Originally Osteopathy has been seen as a management of Back Pain, but there are wider applications. The Osteopaths at the clinic are experienced with a wide range of presentation in clients ageing from 2weeks to 99 years old. A survey of conditions visiting the osteopath for management showed Low back pain, sciatica, leg radiations, frozen shoulder, neck pain, Head Aches, tennis and golfers elbow, spinal claudication, knee pain, leg and foot pain were the top conditions for consultation. 

Does it hurt?

The general rule is no as all techniques are specifically chosen to suit individual patients and a consultative approach is taken to ensure that you the patient are comfortable at all times. Occasionally, some of the osteopathic techniques used can feel slightly awkward and unusual but they should never hurt.

Do I have to undress?

Osteopathy is a medical intervention and we are trained primary healthcare practitioners who have your safety, effective and ethical treatments at the foremost of our minds at all times. Light and loose clothing is suitable. Your privacy and modesty is respected at all times.

What will happen in the first consultation and thereafter?

A full case history will therefore be taken, asking questions directly about your complaint such as where, for how long, what makes it worse and better etc. Then a past medical history will be taken to include questions such as previous surgery and illnesses and family history etc; The questions may on occasion seem unrelated to your complaint but please feel free at all times to stop your osteopath and have them answer your query.

Following the case history has been taken, your osteopath will have a very good idea as to what has happened, but will need to examine you to be sure. This will involve looking closely at the affected region and then assess it in the context of the rest of your body. Your osteopath will need to examine by touch, picking up details such as hot and swollen areas that might be a sign of inflammation or cool dry areas that might mean a more chronic condition etc.

After the examination, your osteopath will have a good idea as to what has happened and will discuss this with you. It may be that your best avenue of treatment will be a visit to your GP or another healthcare professional.

What is that popping noise?

Firstly the techniques that tend to create the popping noise are few and far between and there is always the option to have a different technique used.

If a technique is going to be used which might produce a popping noise or sensation then this will be discussed with you first as you have the choice at all times. The techniques are very useful and can provide excellent therapeutic benefits, especially for the more acute type of injury, but it is by no means the only way or indeed the treatment of first choice.

How many treatments does it take to get me better?

Each person is an individual and different in the way they are made, the way they look after their bodies, how long they have had the injury, and the way they react to treatment and act on the information they are given, so an exact number of treatments is hard to say.

Please note that taking on board the advice that your osteopaths gives is essential for your recovery and can have a large impact on your recovery time. Your osteopath does not want to stop you doing the things you love, far from it, but a few simple changes and sometimes a little rest can go along way to ensure that your enjoyment is never curtailed.

What is the difference between an osteopath and a chiropractor?

Historically this is a political answer relating to the founder of osteopathy, Dr Andrew Taylor Still, falling out with his student, D.D. Palmer, who then went on to be the founder of chiropractic. Nowadays, the differences between us are little with many osteopaths working like chiropractors and vice versa. From an academic point of view, the training is almost identical now, being over five years and both healthcares are fully regulated by statute law. The principle working difference is that osteopathy tends to involve more rhythmical and gentler techniques (less spinal manipulation that can produce “the popping sound”) over consultations that last a little longer and are fewer in number. Further that we tend to work on a wider area of the body rather than concentrating primarily on the spine and pelvis.

What happens if I have a complaint?

In the first instance, you must inform your osteopath as to the nature of your complaint. We have never had a complaint at this practice, and indeed, complaints against osteopaths are few and far between. The General Osteopath’s Council inform us though, that in the instances where complaints have been made against osteopaths, almost all are down to an error in communication and therefore talking through with your osteopath might help to clarify any misunderstanding.

Osteopaths are regulated by statute law and a statutory register is held by The General Osteopaths Council (GOsC). Should you wish to make a formal complaint to GOsC then please contact the practice and full details of how to make a formal complaint will be given to you without prejudice.

Will I need to sign a Consent Form?

Your comfort and understanding are our top priorities. Before any treatment begins, your practitioner will explain the proposed treatment plan in detail. We will ensure you are fully informed and have an opportunity to ask any questions you may have.

You may be asked to sign a consent form to confirm that you are happy to proceed with the recommended treatment.

Book Your Appointment for Cranial Sacral Therapy in Banbury

Whether you are seeking relief from stress and anxiety or looking for a gentle, effective therapy for your baby, we invite you to experience the benefits of Cranial Sacral Therapy.

Osteopathy Prices

First Consultation (Children 3 to 11yrs)

Duration varies · £52
Following treatments – £52
 

First Cosultation (Babies under 2 years)

Duration varies · £42
Following treatments – £42
Following treatments – £42
 

First Consultation (Adults)

Duration varies · £72
Following treatments – £62

For enquiries about this or other conditions, please contact us directly.

Practitioners who offer the service:

Hector Wells |  Laura Humphreys |  Carol Maria Caiado

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