Treatment I can offer you either Acupuncture or Osteopathy or indeed a combination of the two. On the first appointment we will discuss the options and you can make an informed choice - though it is often best in the first instance to focus on one therapy so as to build up a picture of how you react to treatment without too many variables.
Your first visit
The first time you visit me, I will take a full case history, including your present complaint and any background information such as your occupation, previous episodes of similar problems and any accidents at work or in the car. It is also useful to establish when your symptoms began and how your symptoms vary over the day or with activity. I will also need to know about your general medical history so if you are on any medication it would be useful to have your list of prescriptions.Gathering this information helps me build up a picture of your problem so that not only can I form a diagnosis but also give you advice on how to avoid problems in the future.
If you would feel more comfortable being accompanied by someone(spouse, friend or colleague)you are welcome to bring someone with you.
Whether you are coming for Osteopathy or Acupuncture it is easier if you are wearing loose clothing so that examination of your limbs or back, for example, is not impeded by clothing.
I may need to obtain a bit more information by performing a few neurological tests and taking your Blood Pressure. I may then need to examine your movements, so for example, I will get you to show me how far you can comfortably bend a limb before I pick it up and examine it myself. Again the examination is with your consent and all this information helps things come together like pieces in a puzzle.
If Acupuncture is more relevant for you I will look at your pulses and tongue. This gives me information about your background health.
If Acupuncture is more relevant for you I will look at your pulses and tongue. This gives me information about your background health.
After establishing a diagnosis, I will explain this to you and the treatment options that are available to you . I will also give you an explanation of how many treatments you will need.
If you are happy, we will go ahead with treatment and get you on your way to recovery as soon as possible.
If you are happy, we will go ahead with treatment and get you on your way to recovery as soon as possible.
