Osteopathy
A patient-centred, holistic manual therapy that works with the body as an interconnected system to restore alignment, mobility, and function.
“To find health should be the object of the doctor. Anyone can find disease.” -Dr A. T. Still
The Details
Osteopathy focuses on addressing underlying imbalances supporting improved movement quality, reducing tension, and supporting the body’s ability to adapt, heal, and sustain progress over time.
At Align by Ami, osteopathy is not treated in isolation. It is integrated with movement and recovery to support how your body trains, restores, and adapts over time. Each session builds on the last, creating a structured, personalised approach to long-term function and strength.
Some conditions Osteopathy
can help with
- Back pain
- Tennis elbow
- Sprains and strains
- General stiffness and restriction
- Birth-related tensions
- Colic and reflux
- Feeding difficulties
- Tongue tie
- Developmental concerns (e.g. hip dysplasia)
- Incontinence
- Vaginismus
- Vulvodynia
- Pregnancy related pain
- Pelvic pain
- Coccydynia
- Diastasis recti
- Organ prolapse
- Menopause-related symptoms
Osteopathy can support scar therapy through a combination of manual techniques and the Lymphatouch device. It can help improve circulation, reduce swelling, and restore mobility in scar tissue.
What to Expect?
The first session includes a detailed case history and assessment to understand how your body has adapted, and to create a treatment plan tailored to you. Follow-up sessions focus on hands-on treatment and guidance on movement and recovery.
Depending on your needs, treatment may require you to undress to allow for a full assessment. Women’s health sessions may also include internal work where appropriate, to support more effective outcomes. This is always discussed with you beforehand, and your comfort and safety is prioritised at every stage.
Some patients may experience temporary soreness or increased sensitivity following treatment as the body responds and adapts. This typically settles within 24-48 hours.
What’s included? Detailed case history, assessment, treatment plan, and management plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your first session is 60 minutes and includes a detailed case history and assessment, followed by a tailored treatment and management plan based on your needs.
Wear comfortable clothing. For some treatments and assessments, you may be asked to partially undress.
Osteopathic pelvic floor sessions may include internal techniques where appropriate. This will always be explained beforehand, and your comfort and consent are prioritised at every stage.
Some patients may experience mild soreness following treatment, similar to post-exercise. This typically settles within 24-48 hours.
Osteopathy can support a range of conditions including pain, stiffness, postural issues, and women’s health conditions.
Osteopathy can support individuals across all ages, from babies and children to adults. Treatment is always adapted to the individual and their needs. Osteopathy can also support pregnant individuals.
This depends on your condition and goals. A treatment plan will be discussed after your initial assessment.
Yes. Treatment is always adapted to the individual, taking into account your medical history, condition, and comfort.
Treatment involves hands-on techniques to improve mobility, reduce tension, and support overall function. Each session is tailored to your needs and may include a combination of articulation, soft tissue, and more targeted techniques.
Osteopathy takes a whole-body approach, focusing on how different parts of the body work together. Treatment is hands-on and considers structure, movement, and overall function.