Cranial Osteopathy at the How Osteopathic Clinic Edinburgh
Cranial Osteopathy is a gentle and effective method of diagnosis and treatment, which recognises the subtle mechanics of the head and their impact upon the wellbeing of the body.Practitioners of Cranial Osteopathy are trained to detect the variations in the subtle rhythmical shape change present in the all body tissue. This movement is known as the Cranial Rhythm or Involuntary Motion. Damage to the head or neck may disrupt the cranial rhythm and cause discomfort and pain throughout the entire body.
Cranial Osteopathy uses gentle manipulative techniques to realign the musculoskeletal structure of the head and neck and restore the cranial rhythm.
Osteopath Helen How is an experienced practicioner of Cranial Osteopathy and may incorporate Cranial Osteopathy into treatment where it is necessary.
Commonly treated symptoms which are treated used Cranial Osteopathy at the How Osteopathic Clinic include; Back and Neck pain, Joint pain, Migraines and Headaches, Lower back pain, sports injuries, period pains and cramps, and sports injuries.
Because Cranial Osteopathy is an extremely gentle form of osteopathy, it may be used as an osteopathic treatment by all ages including babies.

