Osteopathy Marlborough Wiltshire & Central London
Osteopathy Marlborough Wiltshire & Central London
Mr Gerry Gajadharsingh DO
Osteopathy, established in the 1880s by Dr. Andrew Taylor Still, is a holistic system of medicine regulated in the UK by the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC). Osteopaths employ various diagnostic procedures, including case history, examination, imaging, and palpation a highly developed sense of touch, to assess patients’ health issues, focusing on functional factors contributing to their problems.
Osteopathic Manual Treatment (OMT) encompasses a range of manual techniques tailored to individual patient needs, from structural approaches like soft tissue manipulation to gentle approaches such as Cranio-Sacral and visceral manipulation. Gerry, a recognised expert and lecturer in OMT, adapts treatments based on patient preferences and conditions, considering contraindications.
Osteopathy addresses lifestyle factors like nutrition and stress, relevant to many health problems across all ages. For musculoskeletal disorders (MSK), Osteopaths excel in diagnosing and treating various conditions such as back pain, neck pain, headaches/migraines, shoulder pain, and more.
Orthopaedic and rheumatological conditions are also addressed through Gerry’s integrated approach. Referrals for orthopaedic surgical or physician opinions may be made, alongside blood tests to explore functional factors contributing to inflammation.
Orthopaedics- Orthopaedic surgeons and Orthopaedic physicians
Orthopaedics is a branch of medicine concerned with the correction or prevention of deformities, disorders, or injuries of the skeleton and associated structures such as muscles tendons and ligaments.
There are numerous conditions which fall under the category of orthopaedics. During the case history and clinical examination, it may be necessary to arrange imaging of the particular structure causing the symptoms. Depending on the diagnosis you may be referred for an orthopaedic surgical opinion or an orthopaedic physician opinion, if for example injection techniques may well be helpful as part of your treatment plan.
Rheumatology- Rheumatologists (physicians specialising in rheumatology)
Rheumatic diseases are autoimmune and inflammatory diseases that cause your immune system to attack your joints, muscles, bones and organs. Rheumatic diseases are often grouped under the term “arthritis” which is used to describe over 100 diseases and conditions. The word “arthritis” can be confusing. as apart from rheumatological “arthritis” problems there are also a whole host of osteoarthritis O/A problems often due to “wear and tear”, which are more correctly labelled underneath the practice of orthopaedics.
During the case history and clinical examination Gerry might suggest that blood tests, to rule out formal rheumatological disease may well be helpful, or to explore functional factors contributing towards inflammation.
Because of the autoimmune nature of many rheumatological/inflammatory musculoskeletal conditions, Gerry’s integrated approach to diagnostics and treatment can often be very helpful, if he thinks treating and managing these functional factors may be helpful, or otherwise to formally refer for specialist rheumatological opinion.
The common rheumatology blood profiles Gerry uses are Rheumatology Profile 1 & 3, the details of the exact parameters and the costs are available in the link below on our fees page as well as details of more comprehensive profiles which can help with better management.
Osteopathy in Marlborough Wiltshire & London
Osteopathic Medicine and its broad scope
Gerry perceives Osteopathy as a philosophical approach to medicine, offering a broad scope beyond musculoskeletal issues. With Osteopathy dating back almost 140 years, Gerry views it as one of the original forms of functional medicine, a concept increasingly recognized by patients and clinicians alike.
Utilizing his functional diagnostic paradigm, Gerry develops unique solutions for complex healthcare problems. With your consent, he adopts an integrated approach to treatment, incorporating his expertise alongside referrals to other specialists where beneficial.
The value of expert management and advice in healthcare extends beyond treatment. Understanding the root causes of your illness or problem, along with prevention strategies, plays a crucial role in patient recovery. Gerry, an educator, empowers patients to understand their health during consultations.
Chronic Pain, often multifactorial, requires a comprehensive understanding of contributing factors, including central nervous system sensitization. Gerry navigates these complexities to provide effective management strategies.
For further information on central nervous system sensitisation you might like to read one of my blogs
https://www.thehealthequation.co.uk/pain-reprocessing-therapy-helps-with-chronic-back-pain/
Mr Gerry Gajadharsingh DO provides Osteopathy and Osteopathic Manual Treatment (OMT) at The Health Equation.
New patients can either book a New Patient Consultation (45 minutes) or a Diagnostic Consultation (60 minutes) with Gerry, depending on whether they think they have a simple/discrete musculoskeletal problem or a more complex clinical problem. Please note that the majority of Gerry’s patients have already seen various clinicians and therefore often have complex clinical problems. Depending on the complexity of the situation there may or may not be time during the initial consultation for treatment.
I have been treated by Gerry for over two years. What is very unique about Gerry is that he looks at the person as a whole and not just the ailment. Because he actually cares about his patients he always takes the time to talk to you and see what’s going on to try and get a broader view of what the problem could be. He looks at all levels of the person. Not to mention the fact that he is the most skilled Osteopath that I have ever come across and one of the nicest people. So if you are in Gerry’s care you will be in the hands of the best.
Gerry has mended my body and mind many, many times over the last 25 years. I first went to him to piece me together following a horse racing fall with the instruction to “get me back on a horse as soon as possible”. His practical, no fuss approach, suited my needs at the time and he did just what I asked, very effectively. My needs and his practice have developed a long way since then, but his ability to diagnose and find the right treatment is second to none. I always feel better following a session with Gerry and, if I have a friend in pain, whatever the condition, Gerry is the first person I recommend they go and see.
I have found Gerry to be understanding and expert in his treatment of me over many years. He has demonstrated not just a technical expertise but a personal understanding of the human nature of a patient- consultant relationship in which he excels and which is so rare. I have no hesitation in
recommending him.
“Gerry has been my family’s Osteopath for the last 16 years. We first went to see him as he was recommended by our doctor (who always recommends the best!) and we weren’t disappointed. We have since called upon Gerry’s expertise for all sorts of problems. Once my 5-year-old daughter (now 20 year old daughter) woke with an acute torticollis- an extremely frozen neck, screaming! In desperation I called Gerry and he saw us at 8am. His sure, experienced touch eased her neck, it seemed miraculous. Recently he diagnosed a slipped disc, after arranging MR Imaging and has put me in the right frame of mind and helped enough that it is getting better, without surgery. When I also mentioned that I always felt tired, he ran some tests to rule out iron deficiency anaemia or thyroid problems and found out that I was magnesium deficient. My asthmatic son has been on his breathing machine (capnometer) to learn how to breathe properly and ease his asthma. Gerry is not just a “back doctor” he is more holistic than this. Over the years he has been brilliant in helping my family and me, relieving our symptoms and making our lives happier. Anyone who finds themself in Gerry’s consulting rooms is lucky! For he will sort them out and then they will have his number for future problems. We can’t recommend him highly enough.”
I have seen Gerry a number of times in the last 15 years after flare-ups, generally caused by skiing, and every time his treatment has been highly effective. Last year, I again injured my back in a minor skiing accident; causing a partial loss of function in my right foot – I was referred to a Neurologist and also decided to see Gerry. Whilst the Neurologist was able to diagnose the problem, Gerry actually helped fix it. 10 months later, in February this year, I took part in a 90km skiing marathon in Norway and my back suffered no discernible impact – without Gerry’s treatment I am sure this would not have been possible
For at least 21 years, I have been going to Mr Gerry Gajadharsingh on a consultation and natural treatment basis mainly for a problem with my back, spine and neck. Sometimes, on arrival for my appointment, I might be very bent over then after treatment able to walk out straight as an arrow. The treatment might be followed by one or two visits, or none. During these years, I have usually visited Mr Gerry Gajadharsingh, at The Health Equation, on average once or twice every 18 months, or so, with very satisfactory results. I have had total confidence in his treatment from my very first visit, and indeed have recommended him to many other patients over the years. I cannot speak highly enough of this practice.
Gerry, the truth is that you have been highly instrumental in keeping me upright and active over the years, and it has been fantastic to have someone who understands my condition(s) so well that I do not have to say anything…just lie there, and under your expert guidance, just get better…!