What do Osteopaths do?

Osteopaths can provide diagnosis, manual therapy, and advice on a wide variety of musculo-skeletal problems, sports injuries and pain.

Osteopathy is not just about back pain. Osteopaths are able to help with a wide range of aches and pains. Back pain is the most common thing we see but we are trained to deal with such things as knee pain, hip pain, ankle problems and many other common conditions. Each patient is given a consultation at which time we can advise on your best course of action for a speedy resolution to your problem.

To discuss your requirements please give us a call and we will be pleased to assist you.

Your Osteopath?

The Statutory Register of the General Osteopathic Council (G.Os.C.) opened on 9 May 1998. The title “osteopath” became protected by law from 9 May 2000. As a result it is a criminal offence, liable to prosecution, to describe oneself as an osteopath in Ireland and the UK unless registered with the G.Os.C.

The G.Os.C. regulates, promotes and develops the profession of osteopathy, maintaining a Statutory Register of those entitled to practice osteopathy. Only practitioners meeting the high standards of safety and competency are eligible to join this register. Proof of good health, good character and professional indemnity insurance cover is also a requirement. It is also now a requirement for all osteopaths to take part in a continual education process called continual professional development (C.P.D) This is administered by the G.Os.C. and ensures that your osteopath is up to date with legislation and accepted practice standards.This practice strongly supports C.P.D.

All Osteopaths have to be Registered with the General Osteopathic Council (G.Os.C) by law. You can search the register at the G.Os.C. http://www.osteopathy.org.uk/

How do you become an Osteopath?

Training courses generally lead to a bachelor’s degree in osteopathy (a BSc Hons, BOst or BOstMed) or a masters degree (MOst). Courses usually consist of four years of full-time training, five years part-time or a mixture of full or part-time. There are also courses with accelerated pathways for doctors and physiotherapists due to previous training.

A degree course includes anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, nutrition and biomechanics, plus at least 1,200 hours of clinical training.