Founded in the 19th century by American surgeon, Andrew Taylor Still, Osteopathy is a drug-free, non-invasive manual therapy that aims to improve health across all body systems by using hands-on techniques to correct altered biomechanics and improve circulation. In addition to the musculoskeletal system, Osteopathy also treats internal organs, and can positively impact the nervous, circulatory, and lymphatic systems.

When applying visceral manipulation techniques, we treat mechanisms in relation to organs, membranes, fascia, nerves, blood vessels and ligaments. These gentle manipulations can potentially improve the functioning of individual organs, the systems the organs function within, and the structural integrity of the entire body. Any musculoskeletal pain related to these mechanisms can be treated.

Through the stresses imposed by poor posture, diet or lifestyle pressures, the organs can build areas of tension which can then lead to referred ‘viscero-somatic’ pain. Visceral treatment encourages your own natural mechanisms to improve the functioning of your organs, dissipate the negative effects of stress, enhance mobility of the musculoskeletal system through the connective tissue attachments, and influence general metabolism.