At the first consultation a thorough case history is taken, followed by a detailed examination of your posture, muscles, ligaments, and joints.  This will take up to an hour including treatment. My main tool for diagnosis and treatment is touch.
 

All of your movements will be observed in detail, and this information will be used to provide a diagnosis.  Once a diagnosis is reached, I will then use a wide range of manual techniques, for example soft tissue massage and manipulations, to help improve function and provide pain relief.  If necessary you will be referred to a specialist via your GP for a second opinion.

All patients are different therefore some patients may require one treatment, and others may require a course of treatment.  This would involve returning periodically for short, medium and long term management of a condition.  We never want you to feel as though you are rushed out of the door, so expect treatments to last for about 45 minutes after your first visit.