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Basildon Clinic

FAQs About Your Osteopathy Appointment

What will happen in my initial treatment?

During your first appointment, I will take a detailed case history, including information about your current condition and overall medical history. This helps me gain a comprehensive understanding of your health.

Next, I will conduct a physical examination, assessing your posture, spine, feet, hips, and any other relevant areas. Based on my findings, I will provide a differential diagnosis and proceed with the appropriate treatment.

In the rare case that I discover an issue beyond my expertise, I will refer you to the appropriate specialist rather than proceeding with treatment.

Do I need to undress?

Removing some clothing, such as your t-shirt, allows me to have a clear view of your spine, which is helpful during the examination and treatment. However, your comfort and relaxation are my top priorities. If you prefer not to remove your top, it's not mandatory. We can work around it by lifting the back of your shirt instead. The goal is for you to feel at ease throughout the session.

Do I need to bring anything with me?

The most important thing is to bring yourself! However, if you have any relevant scans or a list of medications you're currently taking, it can be helpful to bring those along. For patients under 18, a parent or guardian must be present at all times during the appointment. Similarly, if someone is not of sound mind, such as an individual with dementia, they will need a designated person to accompany them and provide consent for the examination and treatment. If you would like to bring a chaperone for your own comfort, that is perfectly acceptable as well.

Will I be in pain after the treatment?

Approximately one in three patients may experience some adverse effects the day following treatment. The level of discomfort depends on the acuteness of your condition and the specific techniques used during your session.

For example, if you have never had a manipulation before, you may feel some effects the next day, similar to the sensation of having worked out at the gym. I always strive to work within your pain threshold and do not intend to cause you undue pain.

The goal of treatment is to purposefully stimulate your body tissues in a controlled manner to promote proper healing.

The sensation can be described as a "good pain," indicating that the treatment is beneficial, as opposed to a sharp, uncomfortable pain, which we aim to avoid.

TESTIMONIALS

Donna Hardingham

Met Sam for the first time last week. It was my first experience of a qualified osteopath. To say I was thrilled with treatment would be an understatement. I struggle with my back.

Happened to mention I’m a headache sufferer. Sam worked her magic and I’m pleased to say so far not a single headache since. My back hasn’t missed a beat either.

Seeing Sam next month on a maintenance schedule.

Couldn’t recommend Sam highly enough. Friendly yet professional. Down to earth and knowledgeable.

Thanks Sam 😊

Hilda Leeward

From the moment I contacted Sam and explained the pain issues I was experiencing she was able to understand and diagnose what I was trying to verbalise.

She provided a prompt appt spot (just as well as I could just about move for pain) when I got there after good clinical queues and check off she worked my back, neck and shoulders.

Without doubt the best analysis and muscles manipulation, knots and kinks working out I’ve ever had!

And we had a good chat too! She was able to locate all the issues I had and found a few I didn’t know I had been struggling with!

I would thoroughly recommend Sam’s services to anyone and I intend to go back because I felt so good afterwards.

Thank you Sam!

Ryan Gates

So happy after my treatment. I have been off work for 2 weeks now in constant pain. I found it very easy to discuss my problems with Sam (lots of them caused by many injuries).

I left the practice and was ache and pain free for the first time in well over a year. Trying not to moan like a wimp while Sam worked all 6 points I had issues with I am now looking forward to my first night of decent sleep in a very long time.

As long as I need to I will always return to this practice as I was made to feel welcome and at ease the moment I walked through the door which made my treatment easier than if I was tense and nervous.

Thank you so much