FAQs

Q: What can Osteopathy help?

A: There is a long list of conditions that osteopathy can help – back pain, sciatica, neck pain, headaches, hip problems, knee problems, arthritis, shoulder pain, to mention but a few.

Osteopathy can help relieve any musculoskeletal problem, in people of all ages. If you also have other health problems, your osteopath will advise you to seek appropriate medical guidance. It is possible to have osteopathic treatment as well as conventional medical treatment. The osteopath will be able to advise you on this.

Q: Is Osteopathy right for me?

A: Osteopaths can treat a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions, and treat people of all ages. Osteopathic treatment is tailored to each individual person’s needs and circumstances. If you are not sure about whether osteopathy would be right for you, call us and we can talk through your concerns.

Q: What should I wear?

A: The most important thing is that you feel comfortable and relaxed. An osteopath needs to assess how you hold yourself, and also needs to see your mobility in simple movements such as bending forward or back, side to side, and turning left or right.

Osteopaths usually ask patients to undress to their underwear during examination and treatment, but if you prefer not to undress then wear something light such as a vest top and shorts.

Q: Do I need referral from my GP?

A: No, although you may chose to consult your GP as well. The osteopath might advise you to see your GP or might contact your GP, with your permission, if that is necessary.


Q: Can I claim on Health Insurance?

A: Many health insurance policies will allow you claim part of the cost of osteopathic treatment – check with your insurers to see if you are covered. We can give you receipts for your treatment fees to use in your claim.

Q: Can I pay by credit or debit card?

A: At the moment, regrettably, we cannot accept credit or debit cards, so please make your payment in cash or by cheque at the end of each session.

Q: What is involved in a treatment session?

A: The first consultation session consists of a full medical history and examination, and usually treatment. Follow up sessions focus on hands-on treatment. Advice on posture, exercise and relaxation is also usually given. The initial consultation session lasts an hour, treatment sessions last half an hour. Most people have between two and six sessions, some people continue to have treatment at intervals, as necessary. For a full answer to this question go to What we do.

Q: How do you pronounce “Fionnuala”?

A: Its pronounced “Fi-nu-la”!