Osteopathy
Osteopathy is a manual treatment, which focuses on total body health by improving the structure and function of the musculo-skeletal, visceral and physiological systems.
Osteopathy treatment involves various techniques such as soft tissue, stretching, articulation, cranial, visceral and manipulative techniques. Examination usually consists of feeling muscle tension, assessing joint. muscle and soft tissue mobility.
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Osteopathy for muscle pain - sports injuries
Osteopathy is a allround manual therapy and highly effective in treating all musculoskeletal problems. Common presentations are:
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Low back pain, sciatica
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Neck pain, stiffness, whiplash injuries
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Headaches
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Shoulder pain, frozen shoulder
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Tendonitis
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Carpal tunnel syndrome
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Hip pain
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Knee pain
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Foot and ankle pain
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Sports injuries
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Post-operative pain and loss of range of motion
After a full assessment an osteopath will treat the dysfunctional areas in order to relieve the symptoms and address the cause of the problem.
If appropriate the osteopath may also give some advice on lifestyle and specific exercises.
Osteopathy during pregnancy
As a drug-free medical system osteopathy is ideal and safe for woman during pregnancy. Osteopathy can help with most of the common pregnancy complaints such as:
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Nausea
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Backache
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Headache
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Acid reflux
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Rib pain
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Water retention
Osteopathy can also be used to prepare the pelvis for the delivery, as blocked joints here can stop the pelvis from adapting to the babies body, as it is making its way down the birth canal.
Osteopathy is an ideal therapy for babies. It is safe to use even in the first weeks of life, and also very beneficial at this time, as a newly born infant readily integrates the benefits of a treatment. Treatment indications for babies may be:
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Prolonged or complicated labour
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Birth by C-section
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Torticollis or preferred head rotation
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Plagiocephaly or other facial or cranial deformations
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Colic pain
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Reflux or excessive vomiting
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Problems with suction or breast-feeding
Osteopathy for children
Osteopathy can be used at any age and children benefit a lot from osteopathic treatments. It can help children in a variety of situations such as:
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After knocks and falls
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Growing pains
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Scoliosis
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Recurring infections, e.g. otitis media
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Asthma
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Gait irregularities
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Learning difficulties, ADHD
Our Osteopaths
Inès De Beer - Osteopath DO, MCO (UK), MBAKO (Be), MHKOA
Inès has been in Hong Kong for more than 25 years and was one of the first osteopaths in the city.
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She graduated from the J.W. Academy of Osteopathy (Belgium) in 1995, in association with the Maidstone College of Osteopathy (U.K.). In addition, she has completed several post graduate courses in Cranio-Sacral Therapy at the Upledger Institute, Visceral Manipulation, various Paediatric courses, Tuina Massage and Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture at HKU.
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Aside from the many adults she has helped, Inès has extensive experience treating children and overtime, developed a organic reputation as a leading Paediatric Osteopath in Hong Kong.
Inès has 2 children of her own, and speaks fluent English, French and Dutch.
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Malorie Bonnemaison - Osteopath B.Sc (Fr), M.Ost., MHKOA
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Malorie is a French Osteopath specializing in musculo-skeletal pains and aches, whether chronic or acute. She graduated from the ESO in Paris in 2024 and has worked in private hospitals and clinics for more than 3 years.
Her post-graduate thesis addressed alleviating low back pain during pregnancy, showcasing her expertise in this area.
Adopting a holistic approach to health, emphasizing both physical and emotional support for her patients, she is known for her warm demeanour and has quickly become a favourite among clients seeking personalized care.
With her passion and commitment, she is a rising star in the field of Osteopathy.
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Fluent in English and French.​