Osteopathy considers the human body as a whole, and does not solely treat the symptoms (e.g. pain), but goes further to look after the cause (e.g. joint disorder). Osteopaths build their practice on 4 core principles
In Western medicine, we’re made of a dense physical body which can be serviced like a car. It’s maintained in good condition by prevention, treatment and cure in the form of medication, care and surgery.