What We Treat

Headaches and Migraines: Osteopaths can address musculoskeletal issues in the neck and upper back that may contribute to tension headaches or certain types of migraines.
Neck Pain: Osteopaths can treat various causes of neck pain, including muscle tension, joint dysfunction, and postural issues.
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders: Osteopathic techniques can help with TMJ issues, which can cause jaw pain, clicking, and difficulty with jaw movement.
Sinusitis: Osteopathic treatment may alleviate some symptoms of sinusitis by addressing congestion, drainage, and related musculoskeletal issues.
Ear Infections: Osteopathic treatment can help with ear infections by improving fluid drainage in the Eustachian tubes and addressing associated neck and head muscle tension.
Vertigo and Dizziness: In some cases, osteopathic manipulation can assist in managing certain forms of vertigo and dizziness.
Facial Pain: Osteopaths can work on the muscles and joints in the face to alleviate facial pain and tension.
Postural Problems: Poor posture can contribute to various head and neck issues. Osteopathic treatment can help correct posture-related problems.
Whiplash Injuries: Osteopathic care can be beneficial in managing musculoskeletal issues resulting from whiplash injuries, which often affect the head and neck.
Concussion Recovery: Osteopathic treatment may play a role in the recovery process after a concussion by addressing associated musculoskeletal and neurological issues.
Neck Pain: Osteopaths commonly treat neck pain resulting from various causes, including muscle strains, joint dysfunction, poor posture, and injuries.
Cervical Spondylosis: Osteopaths can help manage age-related wear and tear in the neck's spinal discs and joints.
Whiplash Injuries: Osteopathic care is often sought after motor vehicle accidents to address whiplash-related neck injuries.
Herniated or Bulging Discs: Osteopaths may provide treatment and relief for neck pain associated with disc herniations or bulges.
Neck Stiffness: Neck stiffness, which can result from muscle tension or joint restrictions, can be addressed through osteopathic techniques.
Cervical Radiculopathy: Osteopaths can assist in managing neck pain that radiates into the arms due to nerve compression in the cervical spine.
Text Neck: With the prevalence of smartphone use, osteopaths can help alleviate neck strain caused by prolonged bending of the neck while looking at screens.
Torticollis: Osteopathic treatment can help manage torticollis, a condition characterized by the involuntary contraction of neck muscles, resulting in a twisted neck posture.
Cervical Strain: Muscle strains in the neck, often caused by overuse or sudden movements, can benefit from osteopathic care.
Cervicogenic Headaches: Osteopaths can address headaches that originate from the neck and are often related to muscle tension or joint dysfunction.
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: Osteopathic techniques can help relieve symptoms of thoracic outlet syndrome, which can affect the neck and upper extremities due to nerve or blood vessel compression.
Postural Problems: Osteopaths can assess and address postural issues that contribute to neck discomfort and pain.
Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI): Conditions like computer-related RSI or "mouse shoulder" can lead to neck discomfort, which osteopaths can help manage.
Facet Joint Dysfunction: Osteopaths can treat neck pain caused by dysfunction in the facet joints of the cervical spine.
Muscle Imbalances: Osteopaths can identify and address muscle imbalances in the neck and surrounding areas that may lead to pain and discomfort.
Scar Tissue Adhesions: Osteopathic techniques can be used to address scar tissue adhesions that may result from neck surgeries or injuries.
Low Back Pain: Osteopaths commonly treat low back pain, which can result from muscle strains, ligament sprains, disc issues, or other causes.
Sciatica: Osteopathic care can help manage sciatica, a condition characterized by pain radiating down the leg due to compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve.
Herniated or Bulging Discs: Osteopaths may provide treatment for back pain related to disc herniations or bulges, which can compress spinal nerves.
Scoliosis: Osteopathic techniques can be used to address the curvature of the spine seen in scoliosis and help manage associated pain and discomfort.
Spinal Stenosis: Osteopaths can assist in managing spinal stenosis, a condition characterized by the narrowing of the spinal canal and potential nerve compression.
Facet Joint Dysfunction: Osteopaths can treat pain resulting from dysfunction in the facet joints of the spine, which are responsible for guiding spinal movement.
Muscle Spasms and Strains: Osteopathic care can address muscle spasms and strains that commonly affect the back.
Kyphosis: Osteopaths may help manage the curvature of the upper spine seen in kyphosis and associated back pain.
Ankylosing Spondylitis: Osteopathic techniques can provide relief and improved mobility for individuals with ankylosing spondylitis, a chronic inflammatory condition that affects the spine.
Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction: Osteopaths can treat pain and dysfunction related to the sacroiliac joints, which connect the pelvis to the spine.
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: Osteopathic care can help manage thoracic outlet syndrome, which may involve nerve or blood vessel compression in the upper back and shoulder area.
Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI): Conditions like "computer back" or other work-related RSI can lead to back discomfort, which osteopaths can help manage.
Postural Problems: Osteopaths can assess and address postural issues that contribute to back pain and discomfort.
Muscle Imbalances: Osteopaths can identify and treat muscle imbalances in the back and surrounding areas.
Rib Dysfunction: Osteopathic techniques can address issues related to rib dysfunction, which can cause localized or referred back pain.
Vertebral Subluxations: Osteopaths may use spinal manipulation to address vertebral subluxations, which are misalignments of the spine.
Spondylolisthesis: Osteopathic care can help manage spondylolisthesis, a condition where one vertebra slips forward over another.
Myofascial Pain Syndrome: Osteopaths can treat myofascial pain syndrome, which involves the development of trigger points in muscle tissue that may refer pain to the back.
Rotator Cuff Injuries: Osteopaths can address injuries or tears in the rotator cuff muscles and tendons, which often cause shoulder pain and limited range of motion.
Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis): Osteopathic care can help manage the stiffness and pain associated with frozen shoulder, a condition characterized by the gradual loss of shoulder mobility.
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome: Osteopaths may provide treatment for shoulder impingement, which occurs when the rotator cuff tendons become pinched between the bones of the shoulder.
Tendinitis or Tendinosis: Osteopathic techniques can help alleviate inflammation and pain in the tendons of the shoulder, such as biceps tendinitis or supraspinatus tendinosis.
Shoulder Bursitis: Osteopaths can address inflammation of the bursa sacs in the shoulder joint, which may result in shoulder pain and limited movement.
AC Joint (Acromioclavicular Joint) Injuries: Osteopathic care can assist in managing injuries and pain associated with the AC joint, such as separations or arthritis.
Glenohumeral Joint Dislocation: Osteopaths may provide support and rehabilitation for individuals who have experienced a dislocated shoulder.
Labral Tears: Osteopathic treatment can help manage tears in the labrum of the shoulder, which can cause instability and discomfort.
Shoulder Instability: Osteopaths can address shoulder instability, which may result from ligament laxity or repeated dislocations.
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: Osteopathic techniques can help manage thoracic outlet syndrome, which may involve nerve or blood vessel compression in the shoulder and arm region.
Scapular Dyskinesis: Osteopaths may address abnormal scapular movement and alignment, which can contribute to shoulder pain and dysfunction.
Postural Problems: Osteopaths can assess and address postural issues that contribute to shoulder pain and discomfort.
Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI): Conditions like "mouse shoulder" or other work-related RSI can lead to shoulder discomfort, which osteopaths can help manage.
Muscle Imbalances: Osteopaths can identify and treat muscle imbalances in the shoulder girdle and surrounding areas.
Thoracic Spine Dysfunction: Dysfunction in the thoracic spine can affect shoulder mobility and function, and osteopathic care can help address such issues.
Cervical Radiculopathy: Osteopaths may assist in managing shoulder pain that radiates from the neck due to nerve compression in the cervical spine.
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis): Osteopathic care can help manage the pain and inflammation associated with overuse of the forearm muscles and tendons on the outer part of the elbow.
Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis): Osteopaths may provide treatment for the pain and inflammation that occurs on the inner part of the elbow due to overuse of the wrist flexor tendons.
Olecranon Bursitis: Osteopathic techniques can address inflammation of the bursa sac located at the tip of the elbow, which can result in swelling and pain.
Elbow Tendinitis: Osteopaths can help alleviate inflammation and pain in the tendons of the elbow, such as triceps tendinitis.
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: Osteopathic care can assist in managing nerve compression at the ulnar nerve in the elbow, which may cause numbness, tingling, and weakness in the hand and arm.
Radial Tunnel Syndrome: Osteopaths may treat pain and discomfort caused by compression of the radial nerve as it passes through the radial tunnel in the elbow.
Elbow Sprains and Strains: Osteopaths can address ligament sprains or muscle strains in the elbow joint.
Elbow Instability: Osteopathic care may be beneficial for individuals with chronic elbow instability due to ligament laxity or repeated dislocations.
Bicep Tendon Rupture: Osteopaths can assist in the management of a ruptured bicep tendon, which may require surgical repair.
Osteoarthritis of the Elbow: Osteopaths can help manage the pain and limitations associated with elbow osteoarthritis.
Elbow Fractures: Osteopathic techniques may support the healing process and rehabilitation following elbow fractures.
Postural Problems: Osteopaths can assess and address postural issues that contribute to elbow discomfort and pain.
Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI): Conditions like "mouse elbow" or other work-related RSI can lead to elbow discomfort, which osteopaths can help manage.
Muscle Imbalances: Osteopaths can identify and treat muscle imbalances in the forearm and elbow region.
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: Osteopathic techniques can help manage thoracic outlet syndrome, which may involve nerve or blood vessel compression in the upper arm and shoulder.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Osteopathic care can help manage the compression of the median nerve in the wrist, leading to symptoms such as numbness, tingling, and pain in the hand.
Wrist Tendinitis: Osteopaths can address inflammation and pain in the tendons of the wrist, such as De Quervain's tenosynovitis.
Wrist Sprains and Strains: Osteopaths may provide treatment for ligament sprains or muscle strains in the wrist joint.
Ganglion Cysts: Osteopathic techniques can be used to alleviate ganglion cysts, which are fluid-filled sacs that often form near the wrist joint.
Wrist Arthritis: Osteopaths can help manage the pain and stiffness associated with wrist osteoarthritis.
TFCC (Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex) Injuries: Osteopathic care can assist in managing injuries to the TFCC, a cartilage structure in the wrist that stabilizes the joint.
Wrist Fractures: Osteopathic techniques may support the healing process and rehabilitation following wrist fractures.
Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI): Conditions like "mouse wrist" or other work-related RSI can lead to wrist discomfort, which osteopaths can help manage.
Wrist Instability: Osteopathic care may be beneficial for individuals with chronic wrist instability due to ligament laxity or repeated injuries.
Postural Problems: Osteopaths can assess and address postural issues that contribute to wrist discomfort and pain.
Flexor or Extensor Tendon Injuries: Osteopaths can provide care for injuries to the flexor or extensor tendons of the wrist.
Wrist Impingement: Osteopathic techniques can help alleviate wrist impingement, which occurs when structures within the wrist become compressed.
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: Osteopaths may address nerve compression at the ulnar nerve as it passes through the wrist, leading to symptoms in the hand and wrist.
Muscle Imbalances: Osteopaths can identify and treat muscle imbalances in the forearm and wrist region.
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation: Osteopathic care can support rehabilitation after wrist surgeries, such as carpal tunnel release or wrist arthroscopy.
De Quervain's tenosynovitis: Osteopathic treatment for De Quervain's tenosynovitis is a comprehensive approach aimed at alleviating pain, reducing inflammation, improving wrist function, and promoting overall healing. De Quervain's tenosynovitis is a condition that involves inflammation of the tendons and their sheath at the base of the thumb, typically resulting in pain and limited mobility.
Hip Osteoarthritis: Osteopaths can help manage the pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility associated with hip osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease.
Hip Bursitis: Osteopathic care can address inflammation and pain in the hip bursae, such as trochanteric bursitis or iliopsoas bursitis.
Hip Tendinitis: Osteopaths can treat inflammation and pain in the tendons around the hip, including conditions like iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS).
Labral Tears: Osteopathic treatment may be used to manage labral tears in the hip, which can cause pain and hip joint instability.
Hip Impingement (Femoroacetabular Impingement): Osteopaths can help alleviate hip impingement-related pain and improve joint function.
Hip Flexor Strains: Osteopathic care may be beneficial for individuals with hip flexor strains, which can result from overuse or sudden movements.
Snapping Hip Syndrome: Osteopaths can address snapping hip syndrome, characterized by a snapping or popping sensation in the hip during movement.
Hip Fractures: Osteopathic techniques may support the healing process and rehabilitation following hip fractures.
Hip Dysplasia: Osteopaths may assist in managing hip dysplasia, a condition where the hip joint doesn't develop properly, often present from birth.
Piriformis Syndrome: Osteopathic care can help manage piriformis syndrome, characterized by sciatic nerve compression due to the piriformis muscle in the hip.
Gluteal Tendinopathy: Osteopaths can treat pain and dysfunction related to the gluteal tendons, such as gluteus medius tendinopathy.
Hip Instability: Osteopathic care may be beneficial for individuals with chronic hip instability due to ligament laxity or repeated dislocations.
Referred Hip Pain: Osteopaths can assess and address referred pain originating from the hip and radiating to other areas, such as the lower back or groin.
Pelvic Girdle Pain: Osteopaths may help manage pain in the pelvic region, which can affect the hip joints and surrounding structures.
Postural Problems: Osteopaths can assess and address postural issues that contribute to hip discomfort and pain.
Rehabilitation After Hip Surgery: Osteopathic care can support rehabilitation after hip surgeries, such as hip replacement or labral repair.
Sports-Related Hip Injuries: Osteopaths may treat various sports-related hip injuries, including hip dislocations, strains, and contusions.
Nerve Compression Syndromes: Osteopathic techniques can be used to address nerve compression syndromes in the hip area, such as meralgia paresthetica.
Knee Osteoarthritis: Osteopathy can assist in managing knee osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease, through pain management strategies and lifestyle recommendations.
Knee Ligament Injuries: Osteopathic care may include treatment for ligament injuries, such as anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears, medial collateral ligament (MCL) injuries, and posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) injuries.
Meniscus Tears: Osteopathycan diagnose and provide guidance for meniscus tears, which can result from traumatic injuries or degenerative changes.
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner's Knee): Osteopathic physicians can assist in managing patellofemoral pain syndrome, which involves pain around the kneecap during physical activity.
Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS): DOs can help manage ITBS, a condition characterized by pain on the outer side of the knee due to inflammation of the iliotibial band.
Knee Bursitis: Osteopathic care may include treatment for knee bursitis, such as prepatellar bursitis or infrapatellar bursitis.
Knee Tendinitis: Osteopaths can address inflammation and pain in the tendons around the knee, such as patellar tendinitis or pes anserine tendinitis.
Knee Fractures: Osteopathic techniques may support the healing process and rehabilitation following knee fractures.
Knee Dislocations: Osteopaths can assist in the assessment and management of knee dislocations, which may require immediate medical attention.
Osgood-Schlatter Disease: Osteopathic care can provide support for adolescents with Osgood-Schlatter disease, a condition affecting the growth plate at the front of the knee.
Baker's Cyst (Popliteal Cyst): Osteopathy can diagnose and manage Baker's cysts, which are fluid-filled sacs that can develop at the back of the knee.
Rheumatoid Arthritis of the Knee: Osteopaths can assist in managing knee symptoms associated with rheumatoid arthritis.
Gout in the Knee: Osteopaths can provide guidance and treatment for gout, a type of arthritis that may affect the knee joint.
Knee Instability: Osteopaths can assist individuals with chronic knee instability due to ligament laxity or repeated dislocations.
Chondromalacia Patellae: Osteopathic physicians can help manage chondromalacia patellae, a condition characterized by softening of the cartilage on the underside of the kneecap.
Knee Effusion (Swelling): Osteopaths can diagnose and provide treatment for knee effusion, which may result from various underlying conditions.
Knee Sprains and Strains: Osteopathic care may involve rehabilitation for ligament or muscle sprains and strains in the knee joint.
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation: X8 can support the rehabilitation process following knee surgeries, such as ACL reconstruction or knee arthroscopy.

Plantar Fasciitis: X8 can provide relief and rehabilitation for plantar fasciitis, a condition characterised by heel pain due to inflammation of the plantar fascia.
Achilles Tendinitis: Osteopathic care may include treatment for Achilles tendinitis, which involves inflammation of the Achilles tendon at the back of the heel.
Flat Feet (Pes Planus): X8 can assess and provide guidance for individuals with flat feet, addressing pain and potential gait abnormalities.
High Arches (Pes Cavus): Osteopathy can help manage foot pain and issues associated with high arches.
Bunions (Hallux Valgus): X8 can offer guidance and support for individuals with bunions, including recommendations for footwear and orthotics.
Hammertoes: Osteopathy may include management strategies for hammertoes, which involve abnormal bending of the toes.
Metatarsalgia: X8 can assist in managing metatarsalgia, characterised by pain and inflammation in the metatarsal region of the foot.
Morton's Neuroma: Osteopathy can provide treatment for Morton's neuroma, a condition involving a benign growth of nerve tissue in the foot.
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome: Osteopathic care may help manage tarsal tunnel syndrome, which involves compression of the posterior tibial nerve in the ankle.
Foot Sprains and Strains: X8 can assist in the management of foot sprains and strains, including rehabilitation exercises and support for recovery.
Stress Fractures: Osteopathy can diagnose and provide guidance for stress fractures in the foot, often caused by overuse or repetitive stress.
Achilles Tendon Rupture: X8 may be involved in the rehabilitation and recovery process following Achilles tendon ruptures.
Gout: Osteopathic care can assist in managing gout, a type of arthritis that often affects the big toe joint.
Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease: X8 can provide support and symptom management for individuals with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, a hereditary neurological disorder that affects the feet and legs.
Foot Deformities: Osteopathy can assess and provide treatment recommendations for various congenital or acquired foot deformities.
Arthritis: X8 can help manage arthritis-related foot pain and stiffness, offering a combination of treatments, including medication and physical therapy.
Peripheral Neuropathy: Osteopathy may assist in managing peripheral neuropathy, which can lead to sensory changes and discomfort in the feet.
Heel Spurs: X8 can address heel spurs, often associated with plantar fasciitis, through conservative treatments and lifestyle modifications.
X8 can assist in the assessment, stabilisation, and rehabilitation of fractures and joint dislocations resulting from sports injuries.
Sprains and Strains: X8 can diagnose and provide treatment for ligament and muscle injuries, such as ankle sprains or hamstring strains.
Tendonitis: Osteopathy may involve the management of tendonitis in various parts of the body, including the Achilles tendon or the rotator cuff.
Concussions: Osteopathy can evaluate and manage concussions in athletes, ensuring appropriate rest and return-to-play protocols.
Overuse Injuries: X8 can diagnose and provide guidance for overuse injuries, such as stress fractures, shin splints, or iliotibial band syndrome.
Cartilage Injuries: Osteopathy may involve the management of articular cartilage injuries in the knee, shoulder, or other joints.
Meniscus Tears: X8 can assist in diagnosing and providing treatment for meniscus tears in the knee, often resulting from twisting or traumatic injuries.
ACL and PCL Injuries: Osteopathy can assess and provide pre-operative and post-operative care for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) injuries.
Rotator Cuff Injuries: X8 can diagnose and help manage rotator cuff injuries in the shoulder, often seen in athletes who engage in throwing sports.
Patellar Dislocation: Osteopathy may include the treatment of patellar dislocation, a condition where the kneecap moves out of its normal position.
Tennis and Golfer's Elbow: X8 can address medial epicondylitis (golfer's elbow) and lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) through various treatment modalities.
Achilles Tendon Rupture: Osteopathy may be involved in the rehabilitation and recovery process following Achilles tendon ruptures.
Groin Injuries: X8 can assess and provide care for groin injuries often seen in athletes participating in sports like soccer or hockey.
Hip Labral Tears: Osteopathic care may involve the management of labral tears in the hip, which can lead to hip pain and instability.
Stress Fractures: X8 can diagnose and provide guidance for stress fractures in various bones, often caused by repetitive stress.
Plantar Fasciitis: X8 can provide relief and rehabilitation for plantar fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain in athletes.
Ankle Impingement: X8 can assist in managing ankle impingement, often seen in athletes with restricted joint motion.
Rib Injuries: Osteopathy can diagnose and provide supportive care for rib injuries, including fractures or contusions.
Muscle Imbalances: X8 can identify and address muscle imbalances contributing to sports-related injuries and provide rehabilitation strategies.
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation: X8 can support the rehabilitation process following sports-related surgeries, such as ACL reconstruction or arthroscopy.
Achilles Tendinopathy: X8 can assist in managing Achilles tendinopathy, which involves pain and degeneration of the Achilles tendon at the back of the ankle.
Patellar Tendinopathy (Jumper's Knee): X8 may include treatment for patellar tendinopathy, characterized by pain and degeneration of the patellar tendon in the knee.
Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy: X8 can diagnose and provide treatment for tendinopathy affecting the rotator cuff tendons in the shoulder.
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis): X8 can address lateral epicondylitis, commonly known as tennis elbow, which involves irritation of the tendons on the outer side of the elbow.
Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis): X8 may involve the treatment of medial epicondylitis, also called golfer's elbow, affecting the tendons on the inner side of the elbow.
Supraspinatus Tendinopathy: X8 can assist in managing tendinopathy of the supraspinatus tendon, a common condition in the shoulder.
Biceps Tendinopathy: X8 can diagnose and treat tendinopathy of the biceps tendon, which may occur in the shoulder or elbow.
Iliopsoas Tendinopathy: X8 can address tendinopathy of the iliopsoas tendon, often associated with hip pain and dysfunction.
Peroneal Tendinopathy: X8 may involve the management of peroneal tendinopathy, which affects tendons in the lower leg.
Gluteal Tendinopathy: X8 can assist in managing gluteal tendinopathy, which involves irritation of the tendons around the hip, often causing hip pain.
Adductor Tendinopathy: X8 can diagnose and provide treatment for tendinopathy of the adductor tendons in the groin area.
Posterior Tibial Tendinopathy: X8 can address posterior tibial tendinopathy, which affects tendons in the inner side of the ankle and arch of the foot.
Achilles Insertional Tendinopathy: X8 may involve the treatment of Achilles insertional tendinopathy, which affects the tendon's attachment to the heel bone.
Quadriceps Tendinopathy: X8 can assist in managing quadriceps tendinopathy, which involves irritation of the tendons in the front of the thigh.
Hamstring Tendinopathy: X8 can diagnose and provide treatment for tendinopathy affecting the hamstring tendons in the back of the thigh.
Adductor Magnus Tendinopathy: X8 can address tendinopathy of the adductor magnus tendon, which may occur in the groin area.
Gluteus Minimus Tendinopathy: X8 may involve the management of tendinopathy affecting the gluteus minimus tendon.
Extensor Tendinopathy: X8 can assist in managing tendinopathy of the extensor tendons, which may affect various joints in the body.
Popliteal Tendinopathy: X8 can diagnose and provide treatment for tendinopathy affecting the popliteal tendon behind the knee.
Peroneal Brevis and Longus Tendinopathy: X8 can address tendinopathy of the peroneal tendons in the lower leg.
At X8 we are trained to consider the whole person and treat a wide range of medical conditions, including systemic conditions. While osteopathy primarily focuses on musculoskeletal health, X8 also provides comprehensive care. Here is a list of systemic conditions that may be managed by X8:
Hypertension (High Blood Pressure): X8 can help diagnose and manage hypertension through lifestyle modifications, dietary guidance when necessary.
Diabetes Mellitus: Osteopathy can assist in managing diabetes, providing education on blood sugar control, insulin management, and lifestyle changes.
Heart Disease: X8 may help in the management of heart conditions, including coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, and arrhythmias, through lifestyle recommendations.
High Cholesterol (Hyperlipidemia): Osteopathy can provide guidance on dietary changes to control high cholesterol levels.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Osteopathy can assist in managing COPD through breathing exercises, and smoking cessation support.
Gastrointestinal Conditions: Osteopathy can help with gastrointestinal issues like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), acid reflux, and inflammatory bowel diseases through dietary recommendations.
Autoimmune Diseases: X8 may work in collaboration with rheumatologists to manage autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and multiple sclerosis.
Osteoporosis: Osteopathy can help prevent and manage osteoporosis through dietary recommendations, exercise where needed.
Neurological Conditions: X8 can assist in the management of neurological disorders such as migraines, epilepsy, and Parkinson's disease through lifestyle recommendations.
Endocrine Disorders: Osteopathy can help manage endocrine disorders, including polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and adrenal gland disorders.
Mental Health Conditions: X8 can offer support for mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, and stress, often in conjunction with mental health specialists.
Rheumatic Conditions: Osteopathy can help manage rheumatic conditions such as gout and fibromyalgia.
At X8 we are trained to provide comprehensive medical care, including the management and support of various autoimmune conditions. While X8 may work in collaboration with specialists for more complex cases, we play a crucial role in the care of individuals with autoimmune diseases. Here is a list of autoimmune conditions that X8 may treat or manage:
Rheumatoid Arthritis: X8 can assist in managing rheumatoid arthritis through medications, joint protection strategies, and referrals to rheumatologists when needed.
Lupus (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus): Osteopathic physicians can help manage the symptoms of lupus, provide lifestyle recommendations, and coordinate care with rheumatologists and other specialists.
Multiple Sclerosis (MS): X8 can provide support for individuals with MS, addressing symptom management and promoting overall well-being.
Type 1 Diabetes: Osteopathic physicians can work with individuals with type 1 diabetes to optimise blood sugar control, insulin management, and address associated complications.
Celiac Disease: X8 can provide dietary guidance and support for individuals with celiac disease, helping them manage gluten-free diets and address associated issues.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD): Osteopathic physicians can assist in the management of IBD, including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, through dietary recommendations.
Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis: X8 can help manage psoriasis symptoms and provide support for individuals with psoriatic arthritis.
Sjögren's Syndrome: Osteopathic physicians can assist in managing the dryness and other symptoms associated with Sjögren's syndrome.
Ankylosing Spondylitis: X8 can assist in managing ankylosing spondylitis, an autoimmune condition primarily affecting the spine and sacroiliac joints.
It's important to note that while X8 can play a vital role in the care of individuals with autoimmune conditions, they often collaborate with specialists, such as rheumatologists, endocrinologists, and gastroenterologists, for more specialised treatment and care plans. The specific approach to each autoimmune condition may vary, and treatment plans are tailored to the individual needs of the patient.
Migraines and Headaches: X8 can assist in diagnosing and managing migraines and other types of headaches, offering treatment plans that may include lifestyle modifications.
Tension-Type Headaches: Osteopathic physicians can provide relief and strategies to manage tension-type headaches through manual techniques and lifestyle recommendations.
Neck Pain and Cervical Radiculopathy: X8 can address neck pain and symptoms related to cervical radiculopathy, which involves nerve compression in the neck.
Low Back Pain: Osteopathic care can be beneficial in managing low back pain, a common neurological complaint, through manual techniques, exercise prescription, and lifestyle modifications.
Sciatica: X8 can help manage sciatica, which involves pain radiating down the leg due to compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Osteopathic physicians can assist in managing carpal tunnel syndrome, which involves compression of the median nerve in the wrist.
Peripheral Neuropathy: X8 can provide supportive care and symptom management for peripheral neuropathy, which may result from various underlying causes.
Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): Osteopathic care may include lifestyle recommendations and strategies to manage the discomfort associated with RLS.
Parkinson's Disease: X8 can provide supportive care for individuals with Parkinson's disease, helping with symptom management and maintaining functional mobility.
Essential Tremor: Osteopathic physicians can assist in managing essential tremor symptoms through lifestyle recommendations.
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS): Osteopathic care can support individuals with ALS, helping manage symptoms and improve quality of life.
Stroke Rehabilitation: Osteopathic physicians may be involved in stroke rehabilitation programs, focusing on regaining mobility and function.
Multiple Sclerosis (MS): X8 can provide support for individuals with MS, addressing symptom management and promoting overall well-being.
Guillain-Barré Syndrome: Osteopathic care may assist in managing symptoms and supporting individuals with Guillain-Barré syndrome, an autoimmune disorder affecting the peripheral nerves.
Head Trauma and Concussions: X8 can assess and provide guidance for individuals recovering from head trauma and concussions, including symptom management and return-to-play protocols.
Neck and Back Injuries: Osteopathic physicians can address musculoskeletal injuries in the neck and back that may lead to neurological symptoms.
Facial Nerve Disorders: X8 can provide supportive care for facial nerve disorders like Bell's palsy and trigeminal neuralgia.
Colic: Osteopathic treatment can help soothe infants with colic by addressing any musculoskeletal issues that may be contributing to discomfort.
Reflux: Osteopathic techniques can aid in the management of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in infants by addressing tension in the diaphragm and other related structures.
Torticollis: Osteopathy can be beneficial in treating congenital muscular torticollis, which causes a baby's head to tilt to one side due to tight neck muscles.
Plagiocephaly: Osteopaths can provide guidance on repositioning techniques and cranial osteopathy to manage flat head syndrome in infants.
Ear Infections: Some osteopathic techniques can help improve ear drainage and reduce the frequency of ear infections.
Scoliosis: While not a primary treatment, osteopathy can be part of a multidisciplinary approach to manage scoliosis in children.
Growing Pains: Osteopathic treatment can help alleviate musculoskeletal discomfort associated with growing pains in children.
Sports Injuries: Osteopaths can provide treatment and rehabilitation for sports-related injuries in pediatric athletes.
Headaches: Osteopathic techniques may help reduce tension and headaches in older children and adolescents.
Postural Issues: Osteopaths can address postural problems and musculoskeletal imbalances that may result from activities like prolonged computer use or carrying heavy backpacks.
Chronic Pain Conditions: For conditions like juvenile arthritis or chronic pain syndromes, osteopathy can be part of a holistic pain management plan.
Neurological Disorders: While not a primary treatment for neurological disorders, osteopathy can sometimes help manage symptoms and improve overall comfort in children with conditions like cerebral palsy.
Digestive Issues: Osteopathic techniques can assist in addressing digestive problems such as constipation and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in children.
Anxiety and Stress: Osteopathy may help reduce tension and anxiety-related symptoms in children and adolescents.

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Lymphatic Drainage Massage

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Osteopathy - Muscle Electro Stimulation - Programme Design - Physical Therapy - Cupping Therapy - Pre / Post Comp Recovery - Exercise Rehabilitation - K-Taping - Ultra Sound Therapy - Ultra Sound Imaging - Acupuncture - Strength and Conditioning - Sports Massage - Shockwave Therapy - Personal Training - Lymphatic Drainage Massage -