Osteopathy is a hands-on therapy that focuses on the body's musculoskeletal system. The osteopaths on Welvow are independently reviewed and work with people on back pain, posture, sports injuries, pregnancy support, and chronic tension.
Welvow is a wellness companion, not a medical service. If anything you're experiencing is concerning you, please speak with your GP.
Sometimes a different practitioner ends up being the right fit, or a combination of approaches gets you further. The Welvow quiz takes 3 minutes and suggests what might genuinely help, based on what you're hoping to support.
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What osteopathy actually involves, and how people use it.
The osteopath takes a history, examines how you move, and explains what they find. Hands-on techniques such as stretching, gentle mobilisation and manipulation are used, with movement advice. First appointments usually last 45 to 60 minutes.
Yes. Osteopath is a protected title, and every UK osteopath must be registered with the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC). It is against the law to practise without it.
Fees vary by area, with the first consultation usually higher than follow-ups. Many osteopaths on Welvow list their pricing on their profile.
Check they are registered with the General Osteopathic Council, which you can verify on the GOsC website. Every osteopath on Welvow is independently reviewed, with their qualifications on their profile.