|
Mike Morris Osteopath and North Lancing Resident |
|
|
|
|
 |
|
|
|
|
| Local resident Mike Morris has been in practice as an Osteopath since 1975. He has very kindly offered to send along articles to share with us some of his knowledge and experience on keeping well. Many thanks Mike! | |
|
What do Osteopaths do…”backs” ? Although we are best known for treating back problems, osteopathy can be applied to any area of the body. It is based on a system of diagnosis and treatment of faults occurring in the muscles and joints caused by damage or misuse. The osteopath will first gain an understanding of your problem by taking a thorough medical history. Next, they are likely to perform a physical examination, assessing your movements, so as to localise your pain. The osteopath will then use their finely tuned palpation skills to feel “what’s happening under the skin”, to assess the tissue(s) causing your symptoms. Special tests to asses nerve function maybe performed if necessary or you could be referred for further invstigation, like x-rays, if this is needed. Treatment will aim at restoring optimum function within your body’s capacity to adapt to change. Massage, stretching, articulation and manipulation are frequently used along with electrotherapy treatments like ultrasound. In general, treatment is not painful, although some patients maybe aware of some soreness following it. This is often only very temporary, and a result of the body adapting to the changes which have been made. Not all patients opt to have all forms of treatment. Some prefer not to have manipulation and the treatment plan is adjusted to accommodate this. Exercises and postural changes may be recommended by the osteopath, to enhance the effectiveness of treatment and to help lessen the likelihood of recurrence. TIP-To find out more visit our website at www.bop.uk.net
|