Staying Active as You Age:
How Osteopathy Supports Mobility & Independence
As we age, our joints and muscles lose elasticity, making us more prone to injuries, stiffness, and slower recovery. Everyday wear and tear or past injuries can lead to discomfort, reduced mobility, and arthritic pain.
Osteopathic techniques—like soft tissue massage, stretching, and joint mobilisation—can ease age-related aches and improve movement. By assessing your whole musculoskeletal system, your osteopath will tailor treatment and advice to help you stay active and independent.
Whether it’s support with general pain, post-surgery rehab, or lifestyle adjustments, osteopathy can help you keep doing what you love.
One part of the body which is greatly affected by the process of ageing is the musculoskeletal system. As we get older, the elasticity of the tissues in our body deteriorates, which increases the risk of injuring the soft tissues and bony structures of the body. We are also more prone to joint inflammation as the cartilage in our joints deteriorates.
The effects of ageing on the body’s structure give rise to symptoms, including:
Soft tissue massage, articulation and stretching, can be used to relieve these distressing symptoms.
We also have a blog on the topic of osteoarthritis;
