Choosing the right Treatment
When taking calls and e-mail enquiries from patients we are frequently asked about which treatment is best for them, and whether they are best suited for an osteopathy and/or massage treatment.
With most complimentary alternative medicines (CAM) or physical therapies (PT) there are many overlaps so we understand the need to ask for advice so that you are getting the best and most appropriate treatment.
If you are still uncertain, then we would advise you get in touch with us in the first instance; give us a call, send us an e-mail or have a chat with us via our online instant message platform. Our therapists and staff are trained to answer questions that you may have. One of our therapists will be happy to give you a call back to discuss your needs should they be available in the first instance.
If you have not visited bodytonic clinic before, or have not had a treatment with us before, then we take a look at our brief overview of the services we offer, and which ones may suit you.
In most cases we would recommend booking an osteopathy appointment first if you:
- have an acute or chronic injury that has not been examined or treated before.
- have a history of medical problems or musculoskeletal injuries
- have other symptoms such as pins and needles, numbness.
In most cases we would recommend booking a massage appointment first if you:
- have already seen an osteopath or have had previous massage treatments.
- are training or partaking in sports and in need of reducing muscle tension and tightness.
- are looking to reduce stress or tension.
Experiencing Acute Neck Pain
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Waking up in Pain & Discomfort
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Experiencing Pain regularly at work
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I experience pain and discomfort when lifting heavy item
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Experiencing Back Pain after pregnancy
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I’m pregnant and in my first trimester and I am need of a massage
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Second / Third Trimester Massage
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I do manual work and I feel aches and tensions all over my body
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Severe Muscle Ache After Going To The Gym
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I have an elderly relative who is complaining of aches and pain
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In Need of a Massage
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New to your clinic
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Involved in a car accident
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Pain in feet after walking
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My son/daughter is complaining of join pain.
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I experience pain during/after gardening
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I’m constantly in pain and I’m not sure why
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I’m recovering from an operation and have been told I need rehabilitation
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I have wrist pain, do you offer treatment for conditions such as this?
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Advice from a medical professional
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Experiencing Acute Neck pain
With all acute injuries, we recommend you book in for an osteopathy assessment and treatment in the first instance. Your therapist will diagnose your injury and hopefully explain some ways you can avoid further pain in the future.
Waking up in pain and discomfort
It’s possible that something about your posture or the way you sleep is causing you to suffer from discomfort. Making an appointment with an osteopath will allow them to determine the source of the pain and make recommendations for changes you should make to your sleeping arrangements. For example, it’s possible you may need to get a new mattress.
I have a job which means I am sat behind a desk for long periods of time, but I frequently suffer from pain and discomfort
I notice that I often suffer from a pain and/or stiffness after a day’s work. It is causing me a lot of discomfort and is often making me feel more tired at the end of the day.
Most likely your posture at work is such that you are adding unnecessary strain to the muscles of your back and neck. Talking to an osteopath can help to identify which muscles are causing you pain, and how you can improve your posture at work.
I experience pain and discomfort whilst lifting heavy items
I have started to experience pain when I lift heavy items. I am worried that I may be causing long term damage to my back.
An appointment with an osteopath can help you in a number of ways. Firstly, an osteopath can help to ascertain the source of your pain and recommend appropriate treatment of the joint or muscle that was under stress. Additionally, an osteopath can help you with strategies to lift things correctly.
I recently gave birth and I’m getting shoulder and upper back pain from lifting and breast feeding.
If you are feeling arm pain, weakness, headaches or chest pain then we would advise you to drop in for an osteopathy appointment. A course of osteopathy treatment may what is needed to locate the source of the pain and alleviate it. Alternatively, if it is simple muscle tension, you may benefit from a course of massage treatment.
I’m pregnant and in my first trimester and I am need of a massage.
We will advise you to seek treatment with an osteopath due to the sensitive nature of your pregnancy. During this stage we will also provide massage and advise on the correct techniques to help you
I’m pregnant and in my second/third trimester and in need of a massage.
Don’t hesitate to contact us and we can arrange to book you in for a pregnancy massage. If you are experiencing any acute pain or continuous muscle strain, we can refer you to one of our osteopaths for a full musculoskeletal check-up.
I have a manual job which means that I have consistent and noticeable pains and tensions which is particularly noticeable at the end of the day.
We would suggest you start with deep tissue massage, sports or even aromatherapy. Your therapist will pick up on certain issues during this time and may suggest further treatment with an osteopath, especially if you are experiencing pains in your arms and legs.
I’m a frequent gym goer, and I think I’ve lifted too heavy a weight whilst working out, as it now hurts to do a lot of the same exercises I usually do.
We would suggest you start with deep tissue massage, sports or even aromatherapy. Your therapist will pick up on certain issues during this time and may suggest further treatment with an osteopath, especially if you are experiencing pains in your arms and legs.
I have an elderly relative who is complaining of aches and pains.
If they have an extensive medical history of aches and pains we would advise them to arrange an osteopathy appointment first. Our experienced and highly trained team will be able to take them through a full consultation first and advise the best treatment for them.
I’ve been suffering from stress and am in need of a massage.
We offer deep tissue, aromatherapy and Indian head massages as part of our service here at Bodytonic clinic. Your best course of action is to call us or drop into one of our clinics to find out more.
I have had massage before but have never been to your clinic
No worries, our team is here to help. We have several clinics in London, and a simple, easy-to-use online booking system. Our therapists are hand-picked and highly trained massage therapists.
I was recently involved in a car accident which has left me in continuous pain. I am not sure of the exact source of the pain
Because car accidents are so traumatic a detailed case history and we will need to undertake a full examination prior to any treatment. We would recommend an appointment with one of our osteopaths. We may need to refer you back to your GP, who may refer you to further tests e.g. an x-ray. We therefore offer you a free discovery session, allowing you to visit the clinic seek advice from one of our highly trained experts, before coming to a final decision.
I have pain in my feet whilst walking and/or after walking.
An appointment with an osteopath can help you to ascertain the source of the pain, be it your back or the bones in your feet or legs. An osteopath can then recommend correct footwear or changes to posture which may help to prevent the problem from recurring. It may also be helpful for you to receive massage treatment, e.g. sports massage or deep tissue.
My son/daughter has an ongoing pain with her back. I am worried it may be something to do with his/her posture or possibly the weight of her school bag.
In cases such as these we would advise a postural assessment. Book an appointment with one of our osteopaths. We also offer general advice on posture, the correct way to carry a back-pack and exercises and stretches to help deal with growth spurts and growing pains.
I experience pain during/after gardening
If you are experiencing muscle aches and pains, then a deep tissue massage may be helpful. If the pain is linked to a more serious injury or musculoskeletal condition, then we may refer you for an osteopathy session.
I’m constantly in pain and I’m not sure why
If it is merely muscle aches and pains you are experiencing, then you may simply just require deep tissue or aromatherapy massage. If the causes of your aches and pains are more specific, or you have a medical history/previous diagnosis such as osteoarthritis, then an osteopathic assessment would be more suited to your needs.
I’m recovering from an operation and have been told I need rehabilitation
Osteopathy may be the way forward for you as you begin recovery. Additionally, soft tissue massage may help to ease any extraneous muscle pains and our various manual therapy treatments can help to put you back on track after an operation.
I have wrist pain, do you offer treatment for conditions such as this?
Our staff are trained to assess and treat all areas of the body and musculo-skeletal systems. This includes wrists, elbows, knees, hips feet and ankles. If you would like to speak to one of our therapists before beginning treatment then please give us a call.
I’ve been advised by a medical professional that I should stop doing a particular job/activity
An osteopath will take you through a full case history and examination to help diagnosis and advise on treatment.