Osteopaths use wide variety of osteopathic treatment techniques. These techniques may include rhythmic joint movements, soft tissue and connective tissue stretching or high velocity thrust techniques (which often give an audible click) to improve the range of movement of a joint. Gentle massage and stretching techniques are often used, particularly when treating children or elderly patients.
Your osteopath will also give you advice on what to avoid to reduce the likelihood of aggravating the injury and potential adaptation you may want to make to your lifestyle to maintain and encourage healthy living.