Osteopathy is a way of detecting and treating structural problems and mobility restrictions in the body. This includes assessing and treating dysfunctions in joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons and nerves anywhere in the body - not just in the back. Osteopathy is not just about treating symptoms. Osteopaths are trained to seek out and treat the underlying cause of the pain. The cause could be due to a recent or an old injury, postural strains, stress or an underlying disease process.