The maintenance of good mechanical function is essential to good health. Problems in the framework of the body can disturb the circulatory system or nerves to any part of the body and affect any aspect of our health. Thus mechanical problems can lead not only to aches and pains in joints and muscles, but also to disturbances in the internal organs and the way they work. Osteopaths work to restore the musculoskeletal system of the body to a state of balance and harmony.
Most of us have been exposed to physical trauma at some stage in our life. The body may have been able to absorb the effects of an accident at the time, but a lasting strain often remains. Illness and emotional trauma can also leave a lasting physical effect. Gradually the body may find it more and more difficult to cope with accumulated stresses, and symptoms may start to show. In brief, if the bodies structure is out of alignment, in time, the bodies function will be impaired.
Cranial Osteopathy is a refined and subtle type of osteopathic treatment that uses very gentle manipulative pressure to encourage the release of stresses throughout the entire body, including the head. It is extremely effective in treating a wide range of conditions in people of all ages, from birth to the Golden Years.
Robin Hill Clinic, Lake Road, Rushbrooke, Cobh has a team of very experienced Osteopaths who have relocated to Ireland from the UK and France. To make an appointment, please call the Clinic on (021) 481 2222.
Osteopathy is a system of treatment that deals with the structure of the body, i.e. bones, ligaments, tendons, muscles and general connective tissues as well as their relationship with one another. Osteopaths work to restore the musculoskeletal system of the body to a perfect state of balance and harmony thus assisting the body to maintain and constant strength and ability to deal with life’s everyday stresses and strains.
People commonly associate osteopaths with back pain but this is only a fraction of what this type of treatment is about. Osteopathy treats a wide range of problems including, back pain, neck pain, headache, arthritis pain, tennis elbow, bursitis, muscle/ligament damage and sports injuries. Robin Hill’s Osteopath’s also specialise in the effects of trauma which includes post-surgery, dental work, child birth, road traffic accidents and stress.
Cranial Osteopathy is a refined and subtle type of osteopathic treatment that uses very gentle manipulative pressure to encourage the release of stresses throughout the body including the head.
The cranial approach uses techniques in which the osteopath’s highly trained sense of touch is used to identify and correct mechanical disturbances and limitations, both in and around the joints of the skull and throughout the body.
Cranial Osteopathy embraces all the areas that Osteopaths may choose to specialise in, for example sports injuries, paediatrics and visceral work (treating the internal organs of the body).
Cranial Osteopaths treat all people regardless of age or gender.
Cranial Osteopathy is suitable for the treatment of crying babies, colic, feeding difficulties, sinus, asthma, ear infections and behaviour p[problems. Back pain – and all types of musculo-skeletal problems.
Cranial Osteopathy is also useful during pregnancy.
Osteopathic treatment including massage, stretching and articulating arthritic joints can really help ease pain and stiffness so that the joints feel much more comfortable. It isn’t a cure but it can make an enormous difference to a person’s quality of life. Its such a shame that so may people suffer on needlessly when appropriate treatment can have excellent results. It is also worth noting that treatment is individually tailored to each patient’s needs so that any age group can benefit and nobody is ‘too old’ to be treated.
Maire Mayne D.O. B.Sc. PGCE Registered Osteopath
Pascal Moniot French Registered Osteopath
