What we Treat
Osteopaths and Physiotherapists are capable of treating a multitude of conditions affecting all areas of the body from headaches to pain in the feet. The staff that work at our clinic ensure the assessment and treatment techniques they use are based on the best current evidence available for their use. This evidence based approach combined with many years of experience gives patients the most appropriate care. The clinic has a very healthy relationship with local GP’s and other healthcare professionals in Thornbury and the surrounding area. This facilitates quick and efficient access to investigations, for example x-rays, when indicated.
Use the interactive body map below to find out a little more about what conditions we treat at the clinic.
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Postural Pain
As the number of computer users has risen sharply over the last 15 years, the number of posture related pain sufferers has also risen. The pain caused by poor postural habits can be due to a build up of strain in the muscles, gradual irritation of the joints or aggravation of the nerves. It is not just computer users that suffer postural pain, but anyone that performs an activity in which the posture of the body needs to be correct to prevent a build up of tension and pain. Any area of the body can be affected by poor posture, although the most common areas are the neck and lower back. Physiotherapy and Osteopathy help to alleviate postural pain by re-educating correct posture and addressing any muscle imbalances with stretches and strengthening exercises.
Lower Back Pain
Pain in the lower back is very common. Most people will suffer with at least one episode of lower back pain in their lifetime. The pain experienced is often due to muscle strain or irritation of the lower back joints. Osteopathy and Physiotherapy can help reduce the level of pain and disability by using modalities such as massage, mobilisation and manipulation, acupuncture and specific exercises to help promote a speedy recovery and prevent further problems in the future.
Sports Injuries
More and more people are participating in both recreational and competitive sporting activities in order to maintain their health and well being. From time to time sportsmen and women develop problems due to either a traumatic injury on the field of play or through repetitive strain whilst performing sport. People do not need to accept pain when participating in sport, as Physiotherapy and Osteopathy can help to identify the underlying causes of pain, including any faulty biomechanics, and deliver effective treatment to help people return to sport quickly and safely without their problem reoccurring.
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