How to choose the right Osteopath?
Even though all osteopaths go through the same training, albeit at different schools, their own personal experiences and interests mould them into different osteopaths. You will find some that are very manipulative, some that don’t manipulate at all and of course those somewhere in between. Some osteopaths will treat almost uniquely with cranial osteopathy whilst others will use elements of cranial as they see fit. The way osteopaths approach your problem will also be quite different taking in their own belief systems of how the body functions. Some osteopaths treat the viscera (organs) and relate mechanical problems within their support ligaments to manifestations elsewhere in the body. Some osteopaths use other modalities like dry needling, acupuncture, ultrasound, laser and more besides. Confused? You may well be but the simple message is to seek out the osteopath best suited for you by speaking with them beforehand or swapping after a treatment or two if you’re not happy. I am a st
