If you have never been to an Osteopath before it is likely that you will not know what to expect from your visit. On your arrival to Maidstone Osteopathy the consultation starts with a thorough case history being taken by the principle osteopath, it will cover questions on your presenting complaint, lifestyle, past medical history and general health.

Following this it is common for the osteopath to ask you to undress down to your underwear as it is important for the osteopath to fully assess your posture from the feet to the pelvis and then to the top of the spine, therefore it is advisable to wear underwear you feel comfortable in, if you are uncomfortable with undressing then please do express your anxiety’s with the practitioner and she will take this into consideration.

Once a full assessment of the body and the area of pain has been carried out the practitioner will discuss treatment options with you. Once you are happy with the diagnosis and treatment plan, the osteopath will carry out various techniques to help with your complaint.

Communication is the key to successful treatment and it is important that you feel relaxed and able to inform the practitioner of how you are feeling throughout the treatment.