About Us

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At the first consultation, the osteopath will compile a full case history of your symptoms, as well as asking for information about your lifestyle and diet.  The osteopath may also observe you making some simple movements to help them make a diagnosis. With your consent, you will usually be asked to remove some clothing near the area of the body to be examined. Osteopaths are trained to examine areas of the body using a highly-developed sense of touch, known as palpation, to determine conditions and identify the body’s points of weakness or excessive strain. The osteopath will discuss with you the most appropriate treatment plan, estimating the likely number of sessions needed to treat your condition effectively. If the osteopath thinks that your condition is unlikely to respond to osteopathic treatment, you will be advised about how to seek further care. Osteopaths are skilled in diagnostic techniques and trained to identify
when a patient needs to be referred to a GP or specialist.

Osteopathy is a ‘package’ of care that includes massage techniques, skilled mobilising and manipulative techniques, and is reinforced by guidance on posture, diet and often exercises.  

Osteopathy isn’t usually painful during treatment, although it’s not unusual in the first few days following treatment to feel sore or stiff in the treated area, particularly if you’re having treatment for a painful or inflamed injury. 

No, you do not need a doctor’s referral to see our osteopath as osteopathy is primary medicine and diagnoses fully. Although we do accept GP referrals. If you require an appointment, you can book online straight away. 

Most insurers cover osteopathic treatment but it is best to check first. Andrew is fully covered by all insurers including BUPA. 

The title ‘osteopath’ is protected by law, and only those included on the register are entitled to practise as osteopaths. Unregistered practice is a criminal offence in the UK. To become a Registered Osteopath, you must have completed a course of training (commonly 4 years full time) that is recognised by the General Osteopathic Council. Osteopaths are degree-educated and to remain registered with the GOsC, they are required to complete a set amount of continuing professional development (CPD) in order to keep their knowledge and skills up-to-date. Our osteopath, Andrew Doody has an Honours degree in Osteopathic Medicine. 

Absolutely, in fact osteopathy is particularly effective for many pregnancy related issues.Will I need further treatment?  

An initial consultation typically takes 1 hour. This appointment is slightly longer than follow up appointments as we need to gather some information from you before treatment can get started, such as medical history and to fully understand your current problems. Once a treatment plan has been outlined, all follow-up sessions are usually 30 minutes and can be as frequent as you require. 

Further treatment may be required and will depend on the reason you are seeking osteopathy treatment. If there is an underlying health condition which is causing your symptoms this may require regular maintenance for pain management. This may not be the case if your symptoms are a one-off and unlikely to reoccur. This is a conversation you will need to have with the osteopath to understand what personal treatment you require and how frequently it is recommended you visit.