An osteopath is a healthcare professional who diagnoses and treats conditions affecting the bones, muscles, and joints through manual therapy techniques such as stretching, massage, and manipulation. Osteopathy focuses on restoring balance and improving mobility in the musculoskeletal system to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and enhance the body's natural healing ability. Osteopaths take a holistic approach, considering how the body's structure and function influence overall health, and they also provide advice on exercise and posture to support recovery and prevent further issues. Their treatments can address a wide range of conditions such as back and neck pain, headaches, arthritis, sports injuries, and pregnancy-related discomfort. Osteopaths do not use medicines or surgery but rely on hands-on manipulation and therapy to help patients feel better and improve their quality of life.