The osteopath will not perform a technique unless the patient is happy for him/her to proceed. Some patients are anxious about the "cracking" of joints. These are known as "High Velocity Thrust" (HVT) techniques and are an effective way of mobilising a joint that is not moving very well. Again, the osteopath will only proceed with such a technique when it is appropriate to do so and with the patient's permission.
If you do not wish to receive these manipulations, then please discuss this with the osteopath who will be able to carry out other techniques which are equally beneficial.

Osteopathy is a system of diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of medical conditions.  It works with the structure and function of the body, and is based on the principle that the well-being of an individual depends on the skeleton, muscles, ligaments and connective tissues functioning smoothly together.