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What should I wear?
It
is helpful to wear loose fitting clothing to help with the examination
and treatment. It is not always necessary to undress to underwear.
Track suit trousers, shorts and low cut vest tops usually allow access
to the area in need of treatment.
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Can I bring a friend or relative?
Yes,
if you wish you can have someone present throughout your consultation
and treatment. There are also comfortable waiting areas at both
practices. Remember that patients aged 16 and under legally need to
have a parent/guardian present throughout.
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Does it hurt?
Some
soft tissue treatment may cause mild discomfort during treatment. Your
Osteopath will tell you what to expect, and will want you to let them
know if you are in pain.
You may feel stiff or sore after
treatment. This is a normal, healthy response to the treatment.
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Do I need to see my doctor first?
You
do not need to see your doctor first if you are paying for your own
treatment. However, some insurance companies may require a G.P.
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How many treatments will I need?
The
number of treatments depends on the condition and individual we are
treating. We aim to keep your appointments to a minimum. Your Osteopath
will be able to tell you within a short period of time whether they can
treat you or if they need to refer you for further investigation. |
What can Osteopaths treat?
The most common conditions that we treat are:
Back and neck pain
Shoulder and arm problems
Pelvis, hip and leg problems
Sports and other injuries.
However, patients have found Osteopathy helpful for many other conditions.
If you would like any more information please contact us.
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What is the difference between an Osteopath, Chiropractor and Physiotherapist?
To answer this question I have taken information directly from the web sites of the three governing bodies.
OSTEOPATHY
Osteopathy
is a system of diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of medical
conditions. It works with the structure and function of the body, and
is based on the principle that the well-being of an individual depends
on the skeleton, muscles, ligaments and connective tissue functioning
smoothly together. 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.
(General Osteopathic Council 2010)
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CHIROPRACTIC
Chiropractic
is concerned with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mechanical
disorders of the musculoskeletal system and the effects of these
disorders on the function of the nervous system and general health.
There is an emphasis on manual treatments including spinal
manipulation.
(General Chiropractic Council 2010) |
PHYSIOTHERAPY
The
work of a physiotherapist is very broad and varied and involves working
with people to promote their own health and well being. Physiotherapy
helps restore movement and function to as near normal as possible when
someone is affected by injury, illness or by developmental or other
disability. Physiotherapists work in a wide variety of health settings
such as intensive care, mental illness, stroke recovery, occupational
health and care of the elderly. It uses physical approaches to promote,
maintain and restore physical, psychological and social well-being.
(The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy 2010) |
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Cannock Chase Osteopaths
14 Ullswater Place, Cannock WS11 1DX
Telephone
01543 462928
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