regulation

The General Osteopathic Council regulates the practice of osteopathy in the United Kingdom.

By law osteopaths must be registered with the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) in order to practise in the UK.

They work with the public and osteopathic profession to promote patient safety by registering qualified professionals and we set, maintain and develop standards of osteopathic practice and conduct.

The GOsC maintains the Register of osteopaths, the complete directory of all osteopaths allowed to practise in the UK.

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osteopathy...

What is osteopathy?

Osteopathy is a way of detecting and treating damaged parts of the body such as muscles, ligaments, nerves and joints. When the body is balanced and efficient it will function with the minimum of wear and tear, leaving more energy for living.

What does the treatment aim to do?

  • - Restore homeostasis and equilibrium
  • - Restore muscle and joint function
  • - Improve and maintain flexibility
  • - Reduce muscle spasm
  • - Maintain nerve supply
  • - Improve circulation


what should i expect from my first visit?

Osteopaths consider each person as an individual. On your first visit, the osteopath will spend time taking a detailed medical history including important information about your lifestyle and diet. You will normally be asked to undress to your underwear (or shorts and vest top if you prefer) and perform a series of simple movements. This will allow a full diagnosis and treatment plan tailored to your needs.

With their hands osteopaths identify abnormalities within the human structure and function. They then facilitate the body's ability to heal itself through a variety of stretching, mobilizing and manipulative techniques. With added exercises and health advice, osteopaths help to reduce the symptoms and improve your health and quality of life. Your osteopath should make you feel at ease and communicate what s/he is doing. Do ask questions at any time during your consultation if you are unsure.


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