Frequently Asked Questions
- Initial appointments are approximately 45 minutes but can be slightly shorter or longer depending on your requirements. If a longer appointment is required then the charge remains the same.
- Follow-up appointments are between 20 and 30 minutes.
- No, an Osteopath is a registered healthcare professional and we can see you without GP involvement.
- We can normally see patients within 3 to 4 days, often within 24 hours.
- Appointments are available from 8:30am until 5:30pm
- Osteopathy uses a broad range of techniques, including soft tissue manipulation (similar to massage) and joint articulation (the gentle movement of joints to improve mobility and reduce pain)
- On occasions and when suitable, we may also perform adjustments to joints (usually accompanied by a ‘click’), subject to your prior agreement
- The type of treatment is adjusted to take account of your age, presentation and general health
- No, Osteopaths have a well-deserved, evidence-based reputation for expertise in the treatment of many musculoskeletal conditions, such as back, neck, joint, muscle and arthritic discomfort.
- People also visit osteopaths for a variety of other health reasons including neuromuscular conditions such as sciatica, digestive issues, headaches and migraine prevention.
- Osteopaths are regulated by law and recognised as an allied health profession by NHS England. This gives them a similar status to dentists or physiotherapists and guarantees an equivalent high level of care.
- Before an osteopath can obtain registration, they must attain specialist degree-level training, either a Bachelor of Science (BSc.) or integrated Masters (MOst.), plus complete over 1000 hours of clinical placements (direct patient contact time).
- To maintain their registration with GOsC, which is renewed annually, osteopaths must meet mandatory continuous professional development (CPD): keeping skills and knowledge up-to-date and maintaining high standards of professional development.
- By law, an osteopath must be registered with the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) to practise in the UK.
- £55.00 for the initial consultation (including treatment).
- £47.00 for follow up appointments.
- Payment is by cash or card.
- Yes, we will provide you with a suitable receipt.