Treatments | Osteopathy in Sandycove, Dublin

Osteopathy: a whole-body approach.

Osteopathy recognises how connected the body is, looking at the relationship between structure, function, the nervous system and the internal organs. Eva's approach combines structural, visceral, craniosacral and biodynamic osteopathy, with an emphasis on supporting the body's natural capacity for self-regulation and adaptation.

Nervous system & autonomic regulation

Supporting relaxation, adaptability and the body's response to stress.

Visceral osteopathy

Exploring the relationship between the internal organs, the tissues around them and how freely they move.

Craniosacral & biodynamic osteopathy

Gentle, subtle approaches that treat the body as an integrated whole.

Structural & fascial balance

Addressing movement restrictions, tension and how the muscles and joints work.

Whole-body wellbeing

An individual approach that takes in physical, functional and lifestyle factors.

Looking beyond symptoms to understand the person as a whole.

Osteopath's hands on a patient's upper back, with the spine illustrated

Osteopathy

Eva's main discipline. A holistic, hands-on therapy focused on recognising and treating functional disorders of the body, working with its structure and movement to help it return to balance, easing pain and restoring how you move.

Good for: back and neck pain, joint stiffness, recurring tension, general aches

Pediatric Osteopathy

Very gentle treatment for babies and young children. Tiny bodies adjust to a great deal in their first months, and soft, careful osteopathic work can support unsettled, uncomfortable little ones.

Good for: colic, restlessness, feeding and settling difficulties

Atlas Therapy

Focused work on the atlas, the topmost vertebra of the spine. Its position influences posture and tension throughout the body, so careful attention here can have effects well beyond the neck. Combined within osteopathic treatment.

Good for: neck tension, posture, headaches linked to the upper spine

Spinal Flow Technique

A gentle approach that works with the spine and nervous system to help the body release tension and settle. Combined within osteopathic treatment.

Good for: tension, stress-related discomfort, overall wellbeing

FDM · Fascial Distortion Model

A structured framework for reading and treating the fascia, the connective tissue that wraps and links the whole body. The way you describe and gesture at your pain helps guide precise, hands-on treatment. Combined within osteopathic treatment.

Good for: sprains, stubborn localised pain, restricted movement

Self-Healing Technique & Coaching

Simple techniques and coaching you can use yourself, between appointments and beyond. Offered separately from osteopathic treatment, to give you a little more control over your own comfort and recovery.

Good for: maintaining progress, everyday self-care, prevention

What to expect at your first appointment.

Your first appointment

During your first consultation, Eva takes a detailed medical history to build a full picture of your health, your current symptoms and any relevant previous conditions. All personal and medical information is kept strictly confidential, in line with the professional standards of the Osteopathic Council of Ireland and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Read the privacy notice.

What to wear

Depending on the area being examined or treated, you may be asked to remove some clothing so a proper physical assessment can be made. Your comfort and privacy are always respected. Comfortable, loose-fitting clothing, such as shorts and a T-shirt or sportswear, lets you move freely and makes examination and treatment easier. If you feel uncomfortable at any stage, just let Eva know. Your comfort and consent matter throughout.

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