What To Expect...

Osteopathy:

Osteopathy attempts to look at the origin of pain - how it has started, what can be done to decrease the effects and how to address the cause.

For example, if you present with lower back pain, not only would we treat the area for symptomatic relief, but we would endeavour to find out:

• Are the pelvis or hips causing the pain  
  If so, we would look at balancing the hips and pelvis to find equality between the two sides in which there would be a stable base for the spine to create movement. 
   
• Is there a difference in the length of the legs
  If so, further examination would elucidate if this were the cause of tightness through the hips rather than a physical difference in length.  
  
  
• Is there a lack of flexibility causing recurring pain or stiffness
  A personalised programme of stretching would be recommended which would not take more than 5 minutes of your daily routine.

Massage Therapy:

For an intitial consultation, you can expect to be asked:

• What kind of massage you would like
• How long you would like the treatment to last (30 mins or 60mins)
• If you have any other health conditions that may affect the massage

After that, it's a simple case of drifting off into a state of complete relaxation!

Naturopathy:

For a first time 90 minute visit, you can expect to fill out a questionnaire regarding your general health and any major problems you have experienced. 

After consulting the aforementioned questionnaire, the practitioner will then spend time going through your history. This will include the history of your primary concern and any associated symptoms. Often they will take your family history, dietary history and lifestyle history. A review of all the body systems may also be undertaken to make ensure nothing is missed and all possible links are found.

Now for the practical part - after all this talking, the practitioner will then go through some diagnostic procedures. Depending on what they are qualified in, this may include:

• Analysis of height
• Weight
• Blood pressure
• Urinary tests
• VLA machines or wellness scans

After getting this information, it is then collated with the earlier notes to form a complete picture of how your body is functioning. From here, the practitioner may then recommend nutrients, herbs, vitamins, minerals, Bach Flowers, Bush Flowers, teas or homeopathic complexes that may be suitable for you. They will also make dietary and lifestyle adjustments to suit your condition.

For more information on exactly what to expect or to look at some of the questionnaires please have a look at Isabelle's site:  www.amabelle.elementfx.com

Psychology:

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