Edinburgh Osteopathic Surgery

Edinburgh Osteopathic Surgery The Edinburgh Osteopathic Surgery was founded back in 1980. Our Clinic was established in 1980, in Dalkeith Road. What is Osteopathy?

Since then many thousands of people have been helped by our experienced team of registered Osteopaths. Since then many thousands of people have been successfully treated by our team of Registered Osteopaths. The busy practice enjoys frequent referrals from doctors and other healthcare professionals, as well as from sports and leisure clubs. Patients at the practice have included Royalty and many personalities from the sports and entertainment world. Osteopathy is a system of diagnosis and treatment designed to provide pain relief for the body's structural and mechanical problems. A gentle form of treatment, osteopathy can benefit most types of aches, pains and strains in people of every age. What happens when I first come to the Edinburgh Osteopathic Surgery? When you first see one of our osteopaths they will spend some time asking you questions and taking a detailed case history. You will be asked about the problems that you are experiencing at the moment, your general health, lifestyle and medical history. A thorough examination will then be carried out to help clarify the problem and determine how best to proceed. If your osteopath decides that osteopathic treatment is appropriate you can be treated on your first visit. As well as an explanation for your pain, often specific advice and exercises will be given as well to help you in recovery and in preventing future recurrences of your problem. Many problems require more than one visit so you may be advised to return for further treatments. Osteopathic examination and treatment rarely causes pain and many people find it quite relaxing. Treatment may consist of specific movement and stretching of joints, as well as deep work on muscles and other soft tissues, depending on what is required. Many patients who have been successfully treated for painful conditions benefit from checks every six to twelve months - a kind of 'human MOT'. If you suffer from occasional discomfort, then consider seeing us. Preventative treatment and good management advice is a worthwhile investment in your long-term health and comfort. Free Assessment

If after the assessment your osteopath decides that treatment other than osteopathy is required, they will not treat you but will refer you to the most appropriate source of help. In this case, or if you decide not to start having treatment yet, you will not be charged ANY fee for your visit.

From Steve Nelson linktr.ee/twonkscomics
01/06/2025

From Steve Nelson linktr.ee/twonkscomics

13/05/2025

Back Fact 4

Backs don't wear out with everyday loading and bending. In a similar way that lifting weights makes your muscles stronger, moving and loading the back can make the back stronger and healthier. Activities like twisting, bending, lifting, and walking are safe - provided you start gradually and practice regularly.

Back facts are taken from 'Back to basics: 10 facts every person
should know about back pain' O'Sullivan PB, et al. Br J Sports Med June 2020 Vol 54 No 12

08/05/2025

Back Fact 3

Back pain is not caused by a 'weak core'.
- And also research has shown that having a strong core doesn't necessarily protect you against future episodes of back pain.

The 'core' muscles are collectively all the ones surrounding your trunk, and people who have back pain often clench their core muscles as a protective response.
Being strong is fine when you need muscles to switch on but, rather than tensing it all the time, relaxing the core during many everyday tasks can be helpful as well.

Back facts are taken from 'Back to basics: 10 facts every person
should know about back pain' O'Sullivan PB, et al. Br J Sports Med June 2020 Vol 54 No 12

Send a message to learn more

29/04/2025

Back fact 2
Surprise! Poor posture doesn’t cause back pain. 🪑

We often hear that sitting, standing, or bending the 'wrong' way leads to back pain but research shows that’s not the case. Yes, those movements can be uncomfortable at times, but that doesn’t mean they’re harmful.

A variety of postures are safe for your back, even lifting or bending with a rounded spine (and sometimes that's more efficient!).

These Back Facts are from: O'Sullivan PB, et al. Br J Sports Med June 2020 Vol 54 No 12.

Send a message to learn more

28/04/2025

Back Fact 1
Getting older does not cause back pain!

Many of the clients we see are concerned that aging causes or worsens back pain, but research doesn't support this and evidence-based treatments can help at any age.

From: 'Back to basics: 10 facts every person should know about back pain', O'Sullivan PB, et al. Br J Sports Med June 2020 Vol 54 No 12.

08/04/2025

Spring into Gardening — Safely! 🌼

It’s that time of year when the garden calls! 🧤🌱 Whether you’re pruning roses, digging veggie beds, or just soaking up the fresh air, gardening can be a great way to stay active and boost your mental well-being.

But as osteopaths we know too well this season can also bring a few aches and strains — especially if you jump into hours of bending, lifting, or twisting after a long winter indoors! 🏡😬

✅ The good news? Gardening is fantastic for your physical and psychological health - and we’re here to help you keep it that way.

👉 Tips to garden safely:

Warm up before you start

Break big tasks into shorter sessions

Switch sides regularly when raking or weeding

Listen to your body - have a rest!

🌟 If you’re feeling stiff, sore, or want help getting your body garden-ready, we’re here to support you.

📞 Book an appointment or message us to learn more.

Happy Gardening!

Paul

11/12/2024

Address

187 Dalkeith Road
Edinburgh
EH165DS

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 2pm

Telephone

+441316671234

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Edinburgh Osteopathic Surgery posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Practice

Send a message to Edinburgh Osteopathic Surgery:

Shortcuts

Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn
Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share via Email
Share on WhatsApp Share on Instagram Share on Telegram

Category