On the initial consultation your osteopath will establish the cause of the problem and determine the appropriate course of treatment. If a referral needs to be made or further investigations, such as X-Rays or Blood Tests, your osteopath will discuss this with you and advise you appropriately.
The initial consultation involves the taking of your medical history and a history of your presenting complaint. Your osteopath will then ask you to perform a series of simple movements to identify any areas of pain or restriction. Then a thorough physical examination is conducted, which may include neurological testing, orthopaedic testing and systems testing, such as taking your blood pressure.
Patients may be asked to undress to their underwear, so that your osteopath can assess fully the structural imbalances and joint restrictions. However, this can also be achieved wearing shorts or loose clothing if undressing is an issue.
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