What is Osteopathy? It is a non-invasive, hands-on therapy. Through touch, massage, manipulation and stretching techniques, an osteopath can diagnose and treat people with physical and emotional problems. The demands of a modern lifestyle place various stresses and strains on the muscle and joints which can cause the body to malfunction causing pain, stiffness and other symptoms. Osteopathy is very effective in relieving pain and other symptoms
which have a musculo-skeletal origin. The musculo-skeletal system includes muscle, bone, ligament and connective tissues (eg cartilage, tendons, fascia). To an osteopath, the body functions as a complete, working system, so any problems affecting its structure upset the balance of our general health. The therapeutic principles of osteopathic medicine are based on the understanding that the human body functions as a unit and has an inhent ability to self-regulate and self-heal. For this reason, an osteopath will not simply want to ease the pain and stiffness in your neck, but also want to know what is causing that pain, which could be anything from physical injury to mental anxiety.

Qualifications & Training

Paul graduated in 1997 from the British College of Naturopathy & Osteopathy (now British College of Osteopathic Medicine) in London.

He worked in New Zealand for nearly 2 years before returning to practise in the north of England. He currently runs a private clinic in 3 GP surgeries in East Yorkshire and a clinic from LA Fitness.

Paul was invited to be the consultant osteopath for the Boots in their pilot venture into health services. He worked with Boots for 2 years. Paul is fully registered with the General Osteopathic Council and is a member of the British Osteopathic Association and the Osteopathic Sports Care Association.

Paul has post-graduate training in:
. Dry Needling ( Western Acupuncture ) . Work Place Assessment . Ergonomics
. Sports Injuries . Core Stability . Visceral Osteopathy

Treatment
. Full discussion of your condition
. General medical history
. Observation of posture & joint alignment
. Full examination of relevant areas
. Necessary medical tests Eg nerve & muscle function, blood pressure

Treatment may involve:-
. Gentle osteopathic techniques on joints, muscles, ligaments & connective tissues
. More forceful manipulations
. Acupuncture
. Posture & lifestyle advice
. Work ergonomic improvements
. Exercises

For enquiries or to make an appointment please feel free to call Paul or the Clinic reception in Leeds

Mobile: 07736430248
email:
Paul Cairns

Find us on Multimap.com or phone Paul for directions.

In Leeds:
LA Fitness Centre,
16-24 Albion St Leeds
LS1 6HX
0113 2433025
(Membership not necessary. Use of swimming pool, sauna & changing room facilities at no extra charge. Lift entrance next to Wilkinsons & George)

In East Yorkshire
South Cave Surgery,
67 Ferry Rd
South Cave, Brough, E. Yorks HU15 2JG
Mobile: 07736430248

Brough Surgery
4, Centurian Way,
Brough, E. Yorks
HU15 1AY
Mobile: 07736430248

Howden Medical Centre
Pinfold Street
Howden, E. Yorks
DN14 7DD
Mobile: 07736430248

Paul is recognised by BUPA, PPP and Leeds & Hull Hospital Fund