
Osteopathy
Osteopathy is a holistic approach to diagnosing, treating, and preventing pain and dysfunction within the body. At Tamar Valley Osteopathy, we believe in the body’s innate ability to self-heal and maintain health. The treatments focus on addressing the root cause of your symptoms, not just the symptoms themselves.
As an Osteopath, my mission is to educate, empower, and guide individuals toward sustainable, pain-free living. I believe in a collaborative, long-term approach to health that goes beyond a session-by-session treatment. My focus is on supporting patients through a personalized three-stage process that addresses immediate pain relief, restores balance, and fosters long-term well-being.
Stage 1: Pain Relief and Symptom Care
In this initial phase, I work to alleviate discomfort through targeted treatments, providing relief from pain. Alongside manual therapy, I introduce simple stretches, mobility exercises, and lifestyle adjustments that patients can incorporate into their daily routines, empowering them to begin their journey to recovery.
Stage 2: Restorative Care
Once symptoms are under control, we focus on restoring balance and optimal function in the body. This stage involves introducing strengthening exercises, postural corrections, and deeper lifestyle adaptations that promote overall well-being. Here, I help patients build consistency, supporting changes such as adopting regular exercise practices, improving posture, and even addressing lifestyle habits.
Stage 3: Maintenance and Support
In the final stage, I continue to offer guidance and support, helping patients maintain their progress. Through periodic check-ins and adjustments, I ensure that the positive changes become lasting habits, supporting health and wellness on an ongoing basis.
My goal is not just to treat symptoms but to empower individuals to control their health, foster a deeper understanding of their bodies, and encourage lifelong practices that promote happiness, health, and vitality.
Using various manual therapy techniques, we aim to relax tense tissues, improve joint mobility, and enhance blood flow, which in turn supports tissue repair and reduces pain. Your initial assessment includes a thorough consultation to understand your physical, emotional, and mental well-being, enabling us to create a personalized treatment plan tailored to both your immediate needs and long-term health goals.
Conditions I Treat:
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Musculoskeletal Issues: Lower back pain, upper back and rib pain, shoulder dysfunction, neck pain with associated headaches, TMJ disorder, joint pain, sciatica, muscular tension, joint pain, Osteoarthritis, and nerve pain.
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Women’s Health: Bladder and bowel dysfunction, pelvic pain, period pain, diastasis recti, pelvic girdle pain, pain during intercourse, coccyx pain, and general aches and pains during and after pregnancy.
Techniques Used:
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Soft tissue massage
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Stretching
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Visceral Mobilisation
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Joint articulation and spinal mobilisation
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Muscle Energy Techniques (METs)
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High-velocity/Low-Amplitude Thrusts (specific to spinal joints)
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Trigger point release and inhibition techniques

