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About Alex Cox
Alex Cox received a bachelor of osteopathy degree from the British School of Osteopathy, London , following 4 years of full time training.
During his training Alex worked in a number of specialist clinics including a clinic for the elderly, expectant mothers clinic, sports injury clinic, homeless persons clinic and HIV clinic (at the Royal Free hospital, London), in addition to the large general clinic at the British School of Osteopathy which provided invaluable experience in the treatment and management of a wide variety of acute and long term complaints.
Alex is a member of both the General Osteopathic Council and the British Osteopathic Association.
He previously worked part time as a sports massage therapist for almost 2 years whilst training as an osteopath.
What is Osteopathy?
Osteopathy is a "whole body" system of manual therapy, based on unique biomechanical principles, which uses a wide range of techniques to treat musculo-skeletal problems and other functional disorders of the body. It is now widely recognised throughout the world as one of the most scientifically validated and effective "complementary" therapies.
Osteopaths undergo 4 years full-time university training, which covers anatomy, physiology, pathology and general medical diagnosis in addition to Osteopathic technique. Osteopaths are primary care practitioners, and are trained to be able to recognise conditions which require medical referral. They are also trained to carry out standard medical examinations of the cardiovascular, respiratory and nervous system.
What conditions do Osteopaths deal with?
Osteopathy is best known for the treatment of a wide variety of musculo-skeletal problems, but it also has a role to play in the management of a number of other conditions. The most common complaints for which patients consult Osteopaths include:
back and neck pain
sciatica
headaches
pains in peripheral joints such as shoulders, knees and ankles, tendinitis and muscle strains
work-related and repetitive strain injuries
sports-related injuries
Service Categories
Osteopathy, Sports Injury Therapy
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