On your first visit to see the Osteopath, a case history will be taken from you. This will begin by taking your personal details (name, address, date of birth etc), a history of the complaint you are presenting with, an outline of your past medical history and your current state of health.

The initial consultation will allow you plenty of time to tell the Osteopath about your symptoms. This will be followed by a comprehensive examination to determine the severity and cause of your symptoms. This may include checking the function of your neurological system (reflexes) or measuring your blood pressure.

The Osteopath will then explain in detail what the cause of the problem is, the treatment that is required, and how long your recovery is likely to take. If treatment other than osteopathy is required, we will explain why and what to do next and will refer you to the most appropriate source of help.

In order to examine you properly, it will be necessary to remove the outer layers of clothing, leaving your underwear on. This will enable the Osteopath to assess your range of movement and muscle tension.

Your first visit will be an interesting, informative and a pleasant experience.