Frequently Asked Questions
What is osteopathic treatment?
Treatment may include soft tissue techniques, rhythmic passive joint mobilization or high velocity thrust techniques
designed to improve spinal mobility and the range of joint movement.
What Do Osteopaths Treat?
Although commonly used to treat back pain, osteopathic treatment can benefit a range of conditions. A more
comprehensive list is included in the About osteopathy
section.
Why should I go to an Osteopath?
Osteopathy is a safe and effective approach to the treatment of pain and impaired movement. Treatment is neither
invasive nor reliant on the pharmaceutical drugs, but embraces a holistic approach to encourage the patient's own
natural healing mechanisms. Patient's find that their back pain and other problems are not only cured, but they are
also given specific advice and exercises to prevent future incidents of pain and immobility.
Is osteopathy suitable for my child?
Osteopathy is a gentle yet very powerful form of treatment effective across all age ranges - and is particularly
helpful for many childhood conditions. Mechanical stresses may be an important factor in the delayed development of
children, such as, speech and educational difficulties from birth trauma, head impact or falls. Cranium compression
during birth or prolonged labour may result in shock and trauma being absorbed into a baby's overall mechanism. This
may be one of the causes of colic and associated ailments.
What about further tests?
The osteopath may need additional investigations such as x-ray or blood tests. This will allow a full diagnosis and
suitable treatment plan to be developed for you. Where necessary your osteopath will refer you to your GP or a medical specialist.
Is osteopathy a recognised profession?
In 1993, osteopathy became the first major complimentary health care profession to be accorded statutory recognition
under the 1993 Osteopathy Act. The General Osteopathic Council holds a statutory register of osteopaths, and only
practitioners able to show that they practice safe and competent osteopathy are allowed to register. All osteopaths
have medical malpractice insurance and have to follow a strict code of conduct. Anyone visiting an osteopath has the
same safeguard as when they consult a doctor or dentist.
Is Daniel Savage a qualified osteopath?
Yes, Daniel is a fully Registered Osteopath with a degree in Osteopathy. He graduated in 2000 from the European School of Osteopathy in Kent. As Daniel is registered with the General Osteopathic Council your treatment is subject to all
of the safeguards described above.