What is Osteopathy?

Osteopathy is an established, recognised system of diagnosis and treatment that lays its main emphasis on the structural integrity of the body. It is distinctive in the fact that it recognises much of the pain and disability we suffer, stems from abnormalities in function and posture of the body's structure as well as damage caused to it by disease.

Osteopathy uses many of the diagnostic procedures used in conventional medical assessment and diagnosis. Its main strength, however, lies in the unique way functional and postural assessments are used in manual techniques to suit the needs of the individual patient.

Who regulates osteopaths?

Osteopathy is the first complementary therapy to have undergone statutory regulation by parliament. (1993 Osteopathic Act). This gives an osteopath similar status to a doctor or a dentist and guarantees a patient the equivalent high level of protection.

It is against the law for anyone to call themselves an osteopath unless they have attained the relevant standards and qualifications in osteopathic educations and are registered GOs C.