What is an Osteopath?
An osteopath is somebody who treats the whole body naturally. Osteopaths look at the health factors contributing to a person`s state of well being and the biomechanics of the body which include the skeleton and joint function, along with underlying muscles, soft tissue, ligaments, tendons and the internal organs. Osteopaths look after the well being of babies from birth, school children who carry heavy bags, students who are hunched over laptops, drivers who drive long distances, sports people who over stretch ligaments, elderly who have stiffness and reduced mobility, to disabled and special needs who may be confined to a wheelchair.
Ann Nolan BSc (Hons) Ost
I am registered with the General Osteopathic Council and British Osteopathic association. I trained for five years at Middlesex University, in association with The College of Osteopaths, to gain my BSc (Hons) Ost degree. This included anatomy, physiology, pathology, medical diagnosis and Osteopathic techniques. I trained at Borehamwood Clinic, Hertfordshire which has a Foot, Naturopathy, Children's and Cranial Clinics. Along side this I also attended the NHS Healthcare Centre, Haringay, London which is connected with a GP surgery and Hoxton Health Group, St Leonard's Hospital, London, where I treated the over 60's. I took elective subjects of Cranial, Naturopathy and Visceral (abdomen). Along side my osteopathic training I have previously trained in Orthotics (Foot Biomechanics), Acupuncture, Core Stability, Swedish Body Massage (IIHHT) and I have an interest in visceral and foot biomechanics.
Can I refer my patients to an osteopath?
Osteopaths are statuary regulated health professionals. GP`s can refer patients to osteopaths – guidelines are published by the General Medical Council and British Medical Association. Osteopaths work alongside GP's, NHS and private sectors.
Osteopaths treat more than back pain...
A wide range of conditions can be treated by osteopathy. Osteopaths are known for treating back complaints like discs and sciatica. Whether it is for musculoskeletal complaints, headaches, shoulder, hip, knee, foot pain, digestive problems, circulation problems, pregnancy, sports injury, work related, asthma or arthritic pain osteopaths can treat many more. If you are not sure if your complaint can be treated by an osteopath, please contact us.
Facts on Back Pain
- 60% of the UK's population will suffer from it at one stage of their lives.
- Lower back pain now affects two-thirds of the population of the UK.
- Four out of five people will suffer back pain lasting more than a day at some point of their lives.
- Doctors write 55 million prescriptions for pain killers each year.
(ref: General Osteopathic Council)
Why go to an osteopath?
An osteopath can help with
- Improving mobility
- Improving flexibility
- Improving posture
- Improving quality of life
- Improve work productivity
- Help with pain relief
- Help with exercise
- Help to recovery
The General Osteopathic Council (GOsC)
The GOsC regulates, promotes and develops the profession of osteopaths. The Statutory Register of those entitled to practice osteopathy of the highest standard; safety and competency are eligible for registration. You will find your local osteopath on this register.
General Osteopathic Council
Osteopathy House
176 Tower Bridge Road
London SE1 3LU
Tel: 020 7357 6655 Fax: 020 7357 0011
E: info@osteopathy.org.uk
W: www.osteopathy.org.uk |
