Osteopath Job Descriptions |
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| Osteopaths use their highly developed sense
of touch (known as palpation) to reduce swelling, ease pain,
locate strains and areas of weakness, and increase mobility
in their clients. Osteopaths work to achieve a sense of wellbeing
in their clients by developing muscles, bones, ligaments,
nerves and joints that work efficiently and in harmony with
each other. As an osteopath, you would work with a variety of clients experiencing a range of problems including: · older people with arthritis · babies with colic · adults with lower back pain · people recovering from a sports injury · women going through posture changes caused by pregnancy.
Key Skills · a genuine desire to help people · the ability to gain trust and reassure your clients · good co-ordination and practical skills · good listening skills and the ability to understand a client's needs · good problem solving skills and strong powers of observation · an interest in science, particularly human biology and chemistry · a good level of physical fitness · an understanding of when to refer clients to a qualified medical doctor · the ability to run your own business, including marketing and accounts. |
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