Osteopathy
Welcome to the world of osteopathy, a safe and effective hands-on approach to enhancing your body’s biomechanical function, mobility, and overall health.
We strongly uphold the traditional values of osteopathy, where we recognise the body’s natural ability to heal itself and work as a unit. Our aim is to support your body to function optimally and promote natural healing processes.
As osteopaths, we are committed to providing you with friendly and approachable care. We take the time to help you understand the underlying mechanics, physiological changes, and functional adaptations that are occurring within your body. Our treatment sessions involve a blend of hands-on techniques, as well as guidance on practical adaptations you can make to your daily life to aid in your recovery and promote better health and wellbeing. At ICOM Clinic we are here to support you every step of the way on your journey to better health.
What is Osteopathy?
Osteopathy is a safe and natural approach to healthcare that aims to improve the body’s biomechanical function, mobility, and overall health. It is a hands-on therapy that focuses on the musculoskeletal system and the body’s natural ability to heal itself.
At its core, osteopathy is based on the principle that the body is a self-regulating, self-healing organism that works as a whole. Osteopaths believe that the body has an innate ability to heal itself, and that by optimising its function, we can facilitate the healing process.
Osteopathy takes a holistic approach to healthcare, taking into account the patient’s medical history, lifestyle, and emotional state, as well as their physical symptoms. Osteopaths use a variety of gentle manual techniques, including soft tissue massage, joint mobilisation, and manipulation, to help alleviate pain, improve function, and promote healing.
Osteopathy is suitable for people of all ages and backgrounds, and can be used to treat a wide range of conditions, from sports injuries to chronic pain, and from digestive issues to stress and anxiety.
At ICOM Clinic, we are committed to providing a warm and supportive environment for our patients. We believe in taking the time to listen to our patients’ concerns, and to work with them to create a personalised treatment plan that is tailored to their individual needs.
Hayley Cockshott
Hayley Cockshott is ICOM’s resident Osteopath. She takes an holistic approach using a broad range of hands-on osteopathic treatments (cranial, joint articulation, soft tissue, joint manipulation, lymphatic drainage) to assist the patient through the body’s adaptive and healing processes.