Osteopathy Tips - Making the most of your Osteopath visit

Good Osteopathy results don't just happen. In order for your treatment to be a success you will need to be an active partner in your treatment. To help ensure you get the most out of your visit, here is our 'Top Tips' list.

1.  Prepare for your osteopathy appointment
By preparing for your visit you will be more likely to leave feeling well informed and satisfied. Write down your concerns or symptoms in advance, so you don’t forget to talk about them. Also bring a list of all prescription and non-prescription medications you take. You may also want to jot down notes about your diet and exercise habits that are factors important to your overall health not just to your back pain or sports injury.

2. Wear appropriate clothing for an Osteopath
If you are worried about stripping down to your underwear, wear loose clothing. Your Osteopath will need to be able to see and feel your back in order to treat you successfully.
3. If you have questions or concerns, please ask.
Your health is too important. Don’t be embarrassed if you don’t understand anything your Osteopath has said - ask for it to be explained.
 
4. Once you agree on an Osteopathic treatment plan, follow-through
Our aim is to help your body heal itself. The exercises that your osteopath asks you to do at home will be a vital part of the overall osteopathy treatment plan to relieve your pain or resolve your injury so you are mobile, active and pain-free as soon as possible.

5. Lifestyle issues contribute to your susceptibility to back pain
Cameron Reid will advise you that many of the root causes of back pain are lifestyle related. Sedentary work inactive recreational and long hours at the computer are frequently found to be contributory causes of back pain.

Posted on 29 Jan 2012