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Visceral Osteopathy

Published on: Tuesday 30th August 2022

What is Visceral Osteopathy?

The word Viscera means all the organs inside our body: heart, lungs, stomach, intestines, liver and so on.

Some osteopaths continue their studies for a long time after initially qualifying as muscle, joint and nerve specialists, to learn about how to give osteopathic treatment to these organs. For example, our Associate Yan Kei Man, has trained with the Barral Institutute in visceral manipulation.

This treatment, like other osteopathic treatments, uses gentle manipulations with the osteopath’s hands to restore normal movement and drainage to troubled organs, and regions inside the body.

Why see an Osteopath trained in Visceral Osteopathy?

When people have pain or discomfort in their gut, chest or pelvis they may see a doctor. If the doctor does not require further medical checks, then they may be sent home with medications or just be told to put up with it. This is when it can be worth seeing an osteopath for visceral osteopathy techniques, which will work with tensions, congestion and poor motility in the affected organs. Often relief of symptoms is experienced quickly after these treatments.

What can Visceral Osteopathy help with?

Gut pain

Digestive issues

Reflux

Constipation

IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)

Painful menstruation

Circulatory problems such as cramps

I saw Yan-Kei Man following a musculoskeletal injury, which she helped me treat. Impressed with Yan-Kei's professionalism and attentiveness, I have since introduced my young kids (3 and 5 years old) to osteopathy. In hindsight, a wise decision given that a scooter accident had left my 5 year old with a slight postural dysfunction. I thoroughly recommend Yan-Kei for her specialisation and impeccable manners.

Vina

Stephen; I feel so much better after the treatment. It is quite a remarkable improvement. I have regained almost 100% movement in my thoracic spine and my lower back is gradually loosening up. I can now feel and use my stomach muscles again. I have gone from spending two very bad nights as I could not get comfortable in any position and experiencing a succession of very painful and exhausting spasms to being able to sleep on my back and my side. My breathing is also deeper. I cannot thank you enough for fitting me in your busy working day, and for doing the treatment on a chair and for giving me the confidence to relax so that healing can take place.

Sabine, SW London

I have had several treatments with Steve over the years for neck pain, back pain and under active thyroid. Steve has natural healing hands as well as a bank of experience and knowledge, which enhance his effectiveness. He is a very skilled practitioner both sensitive and subtle with powerful results; I have completely recovered from these conditions.

Chrissie C Streatham

Stephen has been my osteopath for many years and has helped me recover from several serious operations. The atmosphere in the clinic is so calm and relaxing, and Stephen is an absolute professional in everything he does. He truly has healing hands.

Laura D

I am just e-mailing you Stephen to let you know that my baby daughter’s tight tummy calmed down considerably after your treatment so thank you very much.

G. SW19

Finding Simon has had a profound impact on my health and recovery. I have found him to be a wonderful balance of professionalism coupled with a sensitivity and intuition that had supported me when I most needed it.

Anna, London

I have been seeing Steve on and off for years. Every time I see him I feel as if I have been put back together. He’s an incredible osteopath. I highly recommend the practice because of their ethos and very high standard of treatment.

Claire, SW19

I rate Stephen very highly and would recommend him to anyone.

Jonathan M

Yan Kei treated my baby son. I felt completely confident that he was in safe hands. Yan Kei sorted out his stiff neck, and he is clearly more comfortable now. Thank you so much

Hannah Colliers Wood

I am from Greece. I have a severe musculoskeletal problem affecting my upper and lower back. In my country, I have physical therapy sessions weekly for the past 30 years. I came to London to visit my daughter for 4 months. I had to find a therapist so as not to cease treatment for my back. I visited Simon after reading the reviews on the center’s website. Without any hesitation I want to say that I was ecstatic with the results of his work. Simon was able to meet all my needs based merely on my descriptions without even having to see X-rays of my back. He is incredibly nice, knowledgeable, motivated and friendly. I want to thank him from the bottom of my heart and I hope that he stays well and continues to offer his services to people in need for many many years to come.

Eleni from Greece.