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FAQs

What can I expect at my first osteopathy appointment?

Your first appointment will last approximately 45 minutes. During this time, your osteopath will take a full medical history and ask you about the reason for your visit. They will then carry out a full structural assessment and begin your treatment, which may involve a combination of gentle manipulation techniques, manual adjustments of the spine, massage, cranial sacral release and more.  

What should I wear to my appointment?

During your appointment, it is likely that you will need to remove some items of clothing so that your osteopath can make a full structural assessment. We therefore ask that you wear loose fitting, comfortable clothing and appropriate underwear. If you are uncomfortable about this, please let your osteopath know at the start of your appointment.   

How many appointments will I need?

This will vary greatly depending on your condition. After your initial assessment, your osteopath should be able to give you an estimation of the number of appointments you may require.  

How much will my treatment cost?

The cost of your treatment will vary depending on which of our osteopaths you see. For all information about pricing, please click here

Can I claim on my medical insurance?

Many health insurance policies provide cover for osteopathic treatment. You should check in advance with your insurance company before booking an osteopathic appointment in order to confirm the available level of cover and whether you will need to have a referral from your GP or a specialist. Please make our receptionist aware if you would like to book an appointment using your health insurance cover.  

If I’m pregnant, when is the best time to come for treatment?

If you are pregnant and are experiencing no pain, we would recommend that you start seeing an osteopath from 36 weeks onwards to start preparing for birth. If you are in pain, you can visit our clinic at any point during your pregnancy as our osteopaths are trained to treat a wide range of pregnancy-related issues. 

When is the best time for my baby to see an osteopath?

Osteopathy is safe for babies of all ages and can help to relieve tension caused by both pregnancy and birth. However, if you have a specific concern about your baby’s health, the sooner you can bring them to see an osteopath the better.  

How qualified is my osteopath?

All osteopaths must undergo 4 years of training to obtain their qualification. During this time, they will complete many hours of supervised clinical work to gain the experience they need before entering a professional clinic environment. Many of our osteopaths have also completed post graduate training in various areas (please refer to the profile of your osteopath here for more specific information).  

Is the profession regulated?

Yes, the General Osteopathic Council regulates the practice of Osteopathy in the UK. By law, osteopaths must be registered with the GOsC in order to practice in the UK. All of our osteopaths are registered, however if you would like more information please click here.