Osteopathy
Osteopathy is an alternative hand- on form of therapy. Treating your joints, muscles, ligaments and nerves we allow your body to function at optimal level and most importantly without pain. The whole body is taken into consideration during osteopathic treatment and management, this is to prevent re-injury and maintain wellness
Commonly used techniques include:
Soft/ Deep tissue massage
Stretching
Spinal manipulation
Articulation of joints
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Home exercises and lifestyle advice is provided to help maintain the effects of the treatment and to reduce re-injury.
Osteopathy can help with:
Back and Neck pain
Postural problems
Sciatica
Arthritis
Hip and knee pain
Foot and Ankle pain
Hand and elbow
Headaches/ migraines
Shoulder pain
Tennis and Golfers elbow
Sports injuries
Please do not hesitate to get in contact if you have any questions.
Acupuncture &Â Dry needling
Acupuncture originated in China over 5000 years ago, it’s based on the belief that health is determined by a balanced flow of chi (energy) in the body. The vital life energy present in all living organisms.
According to acupuncture theory, chi circulates in the body along twelve major pathways called meridians. By inserting very fine, sterile single use needles at specific points along the meridians. The flow of energy (Chi) can be redirected and repositioned to relieve tension, stress and pain.
Acupuncture may be an effect short term treatment for the following conditions:
Back pain
Neck pain
Shoulder pain
Knee pain
Headaches
Muscles & joint pain
Dry Needling is an effective technique for the treatment of muscular pain and myofascial dysfunction. Dry needling a technique developed by DR Chan Gunn and is extremely effective for relaxing overactive muscles which contain trigger points. This approach is based on Western anatomical and neurophysiological principles; it’s not to be confused with traditional Chinese medical acupuncture.
At CoreBalance we conducted a detailed case history and examination to find out which method of treatment is best for you.
Postural Analysis & Rehabilitation
Many people go through life developing bad habits, which can lead to postural adaptations and asymmetrical body alignments. These can be related to people that sit at a desk for hours, driving for hours or simply carrying a single strap bag on the same shoulder for a number of years. These positions can lead cripples effects on the spinal structures. For this reason spinal analysis is important.
At CoreBalance, Posture is analysed during sitting, walking, standing and lying to help identify anatomical differences causing musculoskeletal pain, joint restrictions using varies techniques and exercises we address those adaptations to bring balance to body and reduce any pain and restrictive joint movement.