Typical areas of application

In practice, osteopathy has been used for a wide range of complaints and illnesses, if not as the sole approach then at least alongside other care. These include:

• Musculoskeletal conditions

  Spinal complaints, joint problems, low back pain, sciatica, whiplash, sprains and other injuries

• Internal medicine

  Digestive complaints (excluding ulcers and tumours), heartburn, organ prolapse, effects of surgery such as scars and adhesions, functional heart complaints

• Ear, nose and throat

  Headaches, migraine, sinusitis, chronic middle ear infections, tonsillitis, dizziness, tinnitus, temporomandibular joint problems (as complementary care), bite correction (as complementary care)

• Urogenital conditions

  Menstrual complaints, pregnancy, preparation for childbirth and postnatal care, menopausal complaints, infertility, bladder weakness, prostate complaints

• Paediatrics

  Birth-related head and facial deformities, torticollis (KISS syndrome), scoliosis, hip dysplasia, frequent spitting up, developmental delays, learning and concentration difficulties, hyperactivity, disabilities (as complementary care)

All descriptions of treatment approaches are provided for information only and do not constitute a promise of recovery. Nothing stated here is intended to suggest that the cure or relief of any particular illness can be guaranteed.