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Osteopathy with Kristen O'Connell
Osteopathy is a healthcare approach that focuses on the body’s structure and function, recognising the importance of how the body moves as a whole. Kristen will assess your body, looking at everything from individual muscles and joints to how your body performs tasks. When the body is balanced and functioning efficiently, it moves optimally, using less energy and experiencing minimal wear and tear. This is why osteopathy is beneficial for people of all ages, from athletes and exercise enthusiasts to pregnant women and even children.
Every person is unique, and no two bodies are the same. Kristen takes a personalised approach, considering not just the site of injury, but the individual as a whole. Your treatment plan will be tailored to meet your specific goals, whether that’s being able to sit at a desk for eight hours without neck pain, run a marathon, play with your grandchildren, or simply enjoy time in the garden. Age, fitness level, or the state of your joints are never barriers – Kristen believes everyone has the potential to improve their musculoskeletal health. The key is finding the right starting point and providing the right treatment, guidance, and exercise prescription.
Osteopaths are Allied Health Professionals (AHPs), recognised by the NHS and most insurance companies. Osteopathy works alongside other healthcare systems and is effective in treating a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, including:
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- Back pain, disc injuries, and sciatica
- Neck pain, trapped nerves
- Shoulder pain, frozen shoulder, shoulder impingement, sports and gym injuries
- Stiff and painful joints, osteoarthritis management
- Knee and hip pain
- Sports injuries, including running, golf, and other activity-related injuries
- Foot and ankle pain
- Wrist and hand pain, including carpal tunnel syndrome and repetitive strain injuries
- Headaches, computer-based postural issues
- Tendon pain and bursitis
- Pregnancy-related conditions, including pelvic pain, lower back pain, and postural problems
If you’d like to book an appointment or learn more, feel free to book directly through the button below or fill out the short contact form on this page. Let Kristen help you achieve better movement, less pain, and a healthier body.
what you should know
Why Osteopathy?
What is Osteopathy?
Osteopathy treats musculoskeletal issues like back pain, sciatica, and joint pain by focusing on the body’s structure and function.
Is Osteopathy Right for You?
Osteopathy helps restore joint function and supports healing through personalised techniques such as soft tissue massage and spinal manipulation.
What Happens in an Osteopathy Session?
Osteopathy aims to restore joint function and stability to support healing. Practitioners use a mix of gentle and forceful techniques tailored to each patient’s symptoms.