what is Osteopathy?
The core principles of osteopathy are that:
The body is a unit
The whole body is greater than the sum of its parts with each part affecting each and every other part of the body.
Structure and function are reciprocally interrelated
The body is an integration of person's structure (anatomy) and function (physiology). If the structure of the body is compromised, through overuse injuries or a chronic problem for example, the function will be adversely affected in terms of pain, stiffness, instability, etc.
The body is its own medicine chest
The body is usually able to resolve nearly all but the most serious of conditions by removing restrictive barriers and enabling their own healing mechanisms to be stimulated and supported.
The rule of the artery is supreme
Healing requires a good blood supply to provide the necessary immune support and nutrients.
(Information provided within this page has been sourced from: Essential Osteopathy- https://www.essentialosteopathy.co.uk/blog/osteopathy-general-information/back-basic-principles-osteopathy/
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