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When you visit On the initial consultation a detailed case history is taken which includes full details of the presenting condition and a full past medical history.
Next a comprehensive osteopathic examination is performed. This will look at your posture, biomechanics and alignment. It will test the function and integrity of musculoskeletal structures, and may include other medical examinations, eg. blood pressure, reflexes, chest exam, etc., as is necessary to reach a diagnosis. (You may be asked to undress to your underwear for this examination so wear suitable, modest clothes in which you will feel comfortable.)
On the basis of the history and examination, either a diagnosis will be made and explained to you, or, if this is not possible without further investigation, this can be communicated to your GP.
The diagnosis will not only include an explanation of musculoskeletal dysfunction, but also an attempt to identify the postural, environmental and lifestyle factors that may predispose the condition.
You will be given a prognosis and a treatment plan will be suggested. This will include an estimation of the number of treatments necessary.
Treatment will be started.
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