Migraine has many types and triggers. For some people mechanical problems, particularly in the neck can be a trigger. In these cases, osteopathic treatment can help to prevent or reduce the frequency of migraine.

Also called adhesive capsulitis, this condition leads to pain and marked stiffness of the shoulder joint.

This can be caused by a variety of injuries to tissues in and around the shoulder (e.g. tendon or rotator cuff). Shoulder pain can also be secondary to a problem affecting the neck ,upper back or scapular muscles.

Some examples include tennis and golfer's elbow. Some of these may require a medical intervention such as steroid injection or even surgery, but many respond well to a more conservative approach such as hands-on treatment and exercises.

These may arise from injury (common with footballers) or occupational over-loading (lots of kneeling or on haunches). Examples include meniscal tear, ligament damage and patellar dysfunction.

These can be due to injury, wear and tear or mechanical problems. Examples include Plantar fasciitis following a fallen arch or ankle ligament strain.

The sacroiliac joints are in the pelvis and can be injured like any other joint. It is also possible to have a small misalignment across the joint which is sometimes referred to as a "twisted pelvis".

This may be caused by chronically tight muscles or irritation of the nerve that supplies the cramping muscle. Cramp can also be caused by physiological problems which would require your doctor's help. Your osteopath will advise what is best in your case.