Why an osteopath?
Our Profession Take Your Care Seriously
Strictly governed by the General Osteopathic Council to ensure the highest Osteopathic Practice Standards of Communication; Knowledge and Skills; Safety and Quality; Professionalism and Duty of Candour.
High Standards of Education and Training
Most osteopathic training is undertaken at degree level. Osteopathic students now follow a four or five-year degree course, combining academic and clinical, ‘hands-on’ work. A qualification in osteopathy includes anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, nutrition, and biomechanics, as well as at least 1,000 hours of clinical training experience with patients.
For the latest research and evidence, visit these sites.
Risks of Osteopathic treatment: NCOR (National Council of Osteopathic Research)
PREOS Patient Reported Experiences of Osteopathic Services
Osteopathic links Organisations and Bodies
iO Institute of Osteopathy
