Overview of Treatment and Privacy Policy at A1 Bodyworks Clinic

This section provides an overview of what to expect during your course of treatment at A1 Bodyworks Clinic, how we manage your data, and our clinic policies.

How We Handle Your Data (Privacy Notice)

When you book your initial consultation, you will receive a confirmation email containing all the essential information you need. This will include a New Patient Details and Consent Form, which we kindly ask you to read and sign before your appointment. The form outlines what to expect and details the information we need to collect, which includes:

• Name

• Date of Birth

• Gender

• Contact Details

• Occupation

• Medical and Health-Related History

• GP Details

We use this information to assess your needs, plan your care, and provide you with the most appropriate treatment.

Your data will be securely stored in accordance with our GDPR policy, which you can review on this page: https://www.a1bodyworksclinic.com/privacy-policy

We kindly ask you to arrive at your scheduled time and complete the registration steps prior to your appointment. If you anticipate being late, please contact us in advance so we can do our best to accommodate you.

What is osteopathy?

Osteopathy is an evidence-based type of manual therapy allowing the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of a significant number of health problems. Osteopathic care uses a variety of over 100 techniques broadly grouped into soft tissue and massage techniques, myofascial release, muscle energy, joint articulation, manipulations (adjustments), lymphatic drainage, cranial and craniosacral techniques. These techniques are selected based on each individual’s presentation and symptoms; they aim to reduce pain, improve movement and encourage blood flow to promote healing.

What to expect during a consultation?

Once the registration is complete. You will be guided to a treatment room where a complete case history will be taken. This includes your past medical history, medication scripts, imaging and test results. You may be asked to dress down to your underwear if you are comfortable. Otherwise, you are encouraged to bring a pair of shorts and a tank top. Please feel free if you wish to bring a chaperone. A full examination will be performed including standing examination, active movements, palpation and an appropriate set of testing. This will help to provide a working diagnosis that will be explained to you. You will be informed on if and how osteopathy can help, treatment alternatives with their benefits and potential risks to help you make an informed decision. If you are happy with the proposed treatment plan, you will then be given hands-on treatment and advice to take home to optimise your recovery. Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns; we are happy to clarify any point.

Treatment Response

Osteopathy, sports rehabilitation and wellbeing care Osteopathy is not usually painful, although some people experience some tiredness, soreness or stiffness in the first few days after treatment, particularly if you are having treatment for a painful or inflamed injury. You will be explained whether you are likely to have any reactions and you will be provided advice on targeted exercise and self-management.

Licencing

We are registered and insured osteopaths who base our practice on the osteopathic practice standards (OPS) set out by the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) to offer safe, effective and ethical treatment to maintain high standards. Every year, we undertake a minimum of 30 hours of continuous professional development activities to keep our knowledge up to date with the latest evidence and offer high-quality care. We are also members of the Institute of Osteopathy (iO) and the Northern Counties Society of Osteopaths (NCSO).

Cancellation Policy

At A1 Bodyworks Clinic, we know how life can get in the way of carefully laid plans and that sometimes we need to cancel appointments at short notice. We kindly request that you give at least 24 hours’ notice in the event you cannot make it to your scheduled appointment. This will enable us to offer your time slot to another patient. Failure to cancel your appointment without reasonable notice may incur a £25 late cancellation fee. We do our utmost best to be as flexible and understanding as possible and hope that you too can be helpful in communicating any delays or cancellations.

Consultation details and prices

If you came to see us for the first time, or if your last consultation was over 6 months ago, the appointment can last up to 1 hour and costs £65. The follow-up appointments after that last 20-30 minutes and cost £45 per session. The number of sessions needed will be discussed with you during the initial consultation and will be updated according to your progression if needed.