What Is Osteopathy and McTimoney Chiropractic?

Osteopathy and McTimoney Chiropractic are forms of drug free, non-invasive manual medicine, that diagnoses, treats and helps to prevent problems arising within the musculo-skeletal system. This includes assessing and treating compensations and restrictions of joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons and nerves anywhere in the body. Osteopathy and McTimoney Chiropractic also positively affects the body's nervous, circulatory and lymphatic systems which supports the musculo-skeletal framework. These modalities are not just about treating symptoms.  Osteopaths and McTimoney Chiropractors are trained to seek out and treat the underlying cause of the pain and can thus also help to prevent future recurrences.   The causes could be due to a recent injury, postural strains, stress or an underlying disease.  We also help guide patients into a better self care regime by advising on lifestyle, diet and exercise.

Training

Osteopaths and McTimoney Chiropractors must undergo a minimum of 4 years of undergraduate study prior to practising in a clinical setting. This gives them a deep understanding of anatomy, physiological processes, pathologies, bio-mechanics and clinical methods. Following that they are required by the by their governing bodies to undergo continued professional development to ensure they are up to date with the most recent clinical methodology and to maintain their registration. This is something that we at Steyning Osteopathic Clinic feel very strongly about. This both ensures we are up to date and also enhances our patient care. This regulation means patients have the same assurances as when they visit the doctor or dentist.

Alternative Treatment To Pain

Osteopathy and McTimoney Chiropractors are often more successful at treating muscular skeletal disorders than traditional approaches.

​If you have pain that other areas have been unsuccessful at relieving, a trip to us would be beneficial.

Osteopaths and McTimoney Chiropractors do not simply concentrate on treating the problem area, but use manual techniques to balance all the systems of the body, to provide overall good health and well-being.