Osteopathy in Leicestershire.
How Osteopathy understands and treats the causes of your pain.
Osteopaths look at the musculoskeletal system as a whole, and understand that the physical structure of the body is related to the function of the body. The musculoskeletal system comprises of your skeleton (joints), muscles, discs, ligaments and tendons. Injury to these structures can affect the function of them, which can then result in pain.
Why an injury or pain has occured can be very complex, and Osteopaths understand that this needs to be explored and understood. Most chronic (long term) injuries tend to be due to poor postural habits, or an overuse of structures.
Sometimes, why a structure is injured is obvious, for example through sport, or an accident. Busy and stressful lifestyles can also cause muscles to become tight over time, which again can cause loss of correct function and pain.
Kibworth Osteopaths & Pilates is based in Tur Langton, within easy reach of nearby villages and towns including Market Harborough, Kibworth, Fleckney, Foxton, Great Bowden, Desborough, Corby, Kettering, Oadby, Wigston, Uppingham and Oakham.
We offer gentle, tailored osteopathic treatment for people of all ages, welcoming patients from across the local area who want calm, kind, professional care close to home.
Looking beyond the injury.
What stops injuries from healing.
Osteopaths consider all of the predisposing factors to an injury, as well as what is preventing the body from resolving it without intervention (also called maintaining factors).
This is why practical advice is often given regarding what can be done to help prevent injuries from reoccurring. This could be stretches, advice with ice and heat, or considering ergonomics.
Injuries can occur at any age or stage of life. I am qualified to work with patients from birth onwards. Osteopathy is suitable for all of the family, no matter how young or old. See Cranial Osteopathy for more information on treatment for babies.
How we treat your injury.
Hands-on, tailored care you can trust.
Injuries to the musculoskeletal system are treated by Osteopaths with a variety of hands-on techniques, including specific joint mobilisation, soft tissue release and much more.
Here at Kibworth Osteopaths & Pilates, specific taping techniques are also used where appropriate to help support injured structures. Each patient is different, so treatment is tailored to them, as well as any advice offered.
Osteopaths train for 4 years at university, and are required to do 30 hours a year of continual professional development, so you can be assured that our knowledge is up to date, and you as well as your family are in safe hands.
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Patient Information, Consent & Privacy
Osteopathy, like all forms of health care, offers considerable benefits, but may also include some level of risk. Research suggests Osteopathy is one of the safest forms of treatment (Bagagiolo et al, 2022). We require every patient to make an informed decision before beginning treatment.
At the appointment
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During your consultation at Kibworth Osteopaths, a health history will be established and a physical examination will be conducted. These examinations are performed to assess your specific condition, determining if Osteopathic Treatment is needed and can help.
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The patient/patient advocate understands that sometimes it is necessary to expose and palpate certain areas of the body for diagnosis and treatment.
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Every effort is made to preserve modesty and keep you comfortable. Please tell or signal to the Osteopath if you have any concerns during your appointment and if you ever feel uncomfortable please do not hesitate to say so.
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Before any manipulation is given, the Osteopath will explain the need and obtain your verbal consent and the patient has the option to opt out at any time.
Adverse Reactions
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The physical response to treatment varies and cannot always be predicted, as every individual is different.
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Whilst rare, some patients may experience short-term aggravation of symptoms – up to 72 hours.
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It is important to follow the advice of the Osteopath to reduce any chance of adverse effects from treatment and should you be concerned please contact us.
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