Rheumatic Pain
Osteopaths are qualified to help with pain caused by rheumatological conditions.
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Osteoporosis and Osteopenia
Osteoporosis is a condition in which bones become less dense and more fragile. We cannot cure osteoporosis, but we need to know if you have it as it might alter the treatments that are appropriate and safe for you.
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Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is an inflammatory form of arthritis that mainly affects small joints, such as those in the hands, feet, and neck. Sometimes RA is mistaken for Osteoarthritis . RA can begin as early as your 20s.
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Joint Replacements and Osteopathy
When you visit your osteopath for help with an arthritic joint, you probably want to avoid joint replacement surgery.
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Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Sometimes symptoms in the arm and hand are actually due to a problem in the shoulder or chest. Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) is an example of this.
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Tennis Elbow
Also known as Lateral Epicondylitis, Tennis Elbow is more than just a pulled muscle. The muscles that extend the wrist (pull it back) attach to the outside of the elbow. Through repetitive strain and inflammation, the spot where muscle and bone meet can become sore.
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Trigger Points
Sometimes you might find a “knot” in a muscle, which feels better when you massage it. Other times, pressing into the knot causes a strange pain somewhere else. This might be a trigger point.
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
The carpal tunnel is a small space in the underside of the wrist. When the contents of the tunnel becomes squashed and a nerve is irritated, you have carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS).
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Minor Sports Injuries
Some sports injuries need a little bit of help to recover, and others can be prevented before they even start.
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Aches and Pains
Sometimes we all experience vague aches and pains, and often we can just wait them out. But other times they can be more persistent, and instead of getting better, they get worse.
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Neuralgia
Neuralgia is nerve pain, which may come from a “trapped nerve” like sciatica . Other times, it may be caused by an illness.
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Long Covid
Management strategies for Long Covid are still emerging, but they appear to be multi-disciplinary (NICE guidelines Nov. 2021). Returning to activity after Covid can be a slow process. The combination of fatigue and breathlessness can be very limiting. Despite frustration, it’s important to take it slow.
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Chronic Pain
When pain remains after 3-6 months, we consider it to be chronic. Your osteopath’s job is to help you unpick the factors that led to it.
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Shoulder and Elbow Problems
Osteopaths treat more than just backs! There are plenty of reasons you may have pain or stiffness in your shoulder or elbow.
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is commonly simply known as “arthritis”. We might think of it as “wear and tear”, but it’s also capable of “repair”. Despite popular belief, it’s not something you just have to tolerate.
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