Role

What does an osteopath do on a daily basis?

• Assess, diagnose and record important details about service users’ general health, specific symptoms related to health conditions such as lower back pain, neck pain, shoulder and elbow pain and arthritis.
• Take service users observations such as blood pressure and other physical assessments if required.
• Focus on the health conditions that affect musculoskeletal system (Nervous, Circulatory And Gastro-intestinal Systems).
• Plan treatment in partnership with service users including, physical techniques to relieve muscle tension, enhance blood supply and increase the movement of joints in the human body
• Undertake examinations and provide advice on health, posture and exercise to help recovery and to prevent problems from re-occurring
• Maintain accurate up-to-date detailed records following from assessments, treatments and reviews.