Osteopathy is a primary care profession, focusing on the diagnosis, treatment, prevention and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal disorders, and the effect of these conditions on patients' general health. Using many of the diagnostic procedures applied in conventional medical assessment, osteopaths seek to restore the optimal functioning of the body, where possible without the use of drugs or surgery. Osteopathy is based on the principle that the body has the ability to heal, osteopathic care focuses on the strengthening the musculoskeletal systems to treat existing conditions and to prevent illness. Osteopaths; patient-centred approach to health and well-being means they consider symptoms in the context of the patient's full medical history, as well as there life style and personal circumstances. The holistic approach ensures that all treatment is tailored to the individual patient.