Osteopathy for People

What is Osteopathy?

Your Path to Natural Healing

As an experienced osteopath, I treat you as a whole person, not just your symptoms, using gentle, hands-on techniques to address the root causes of your discomfort.

I’m passionate about helping you move and feel better. Whether you’re dealing with back pain, neck tension, or headaches, I’ll work with your body’s natural healing abilities to restore balance and provide lasting relief.

What Does it Do?

Osteopathy Focuses On The Whole Body

Osteopathy is a holistic, hands-on healthcare approach that focuses on restoring function by treating the whole body, not just a symptomatic area.

To improve mobility and muscular tightness, I use use a mix of mobilisation, massage, spinal manipulation and dry needling to support your body’s natural healing process.

  • Back Pain

    Osteopathy effectively treats back pain by addressing underlying structural imbalances, releasing tension in muscles and connective tissues, and improving spinal mobility. My targeted approach provides both immediate relief and long-term prevention.

  • Neck Pain

    Osteopathy helps release tension in muscles of the neck and can improving joint mobility allowing for improved movement contributing to a reduction in pain. Treatment restores proper alignment and function, reducing discomfort and preventing recurrence.

  • Joint Pain

    Osteopathy helps joint pain by improving mobility, reducing inflammation, and balancing the surrounding muscular support. We enhance circulation to promote healing while addressing movement patterns that may contribute to joint stress.

  • Headaches

    Many headaches (cervicogenic) stem from neck tension, jaw dysfunction, or postural issues. Osteopathic treatment identifies and addresses these root causes, providing relief from chronic headaches by improving upper body mechanics and reducing muscular strain.

  • Other Issues

    Osteopathy works on finding the root cause of pain. We work on the musculoskeletal system, and cover all joints and muscles from head to toe.

Where Do We Go Now?

Let's Talk About How This Whole Thing Works

You might be wondering what to do next or what you should expect moving forwards, but it's a simple process to get started so let me walk you through it.

  1. Stage 1

    Initial Contact

    Reaching out is simple. Give me a call, email or use my contact form. We can discuss everything and go from there.

    Feel free to ask any questions about my approach, costs, or what to expect. I’m here to make this process comfortable from the very beginning.

    Wearing comfortable, flexible clothing is best, and a may ask you to undress down to underwear if I think it is necessary to get a full picture of what is going on. Bringing a towel is also an option, to cover certain body parts and keep modesty.

  2. Stage 2

    Preperation

    Before your visit, if you could gather any relevant medical history, e.g medication list, previous imaging (MRI, X-ray etc), previous doctors notes etc, this will be important in making sure we do not miss any important information, helping create a complete picture.

  3. Stage 3

    Your First visit

    Your initial visit with me typically lasts 45-60 minutes. We’ll start with a conversation about yourself, hobbies, interests, followed by your health history and any specific concerns. After questioning, we will go thorough physical assessment including posture and possibly some movement based orthopaedic testing to help me diagnose what is going on.

    I’ll clearly explain my findings and tell you what I think is going on. I will then recommend an approach tailored to suit your unique needs. In most cases, I’ll provide the initial treatment during this first visit, and explain the osteopathic techniques I will be using.

    At the end of the session I will give a recommendation going forward in order to get the best results in the quickest amount of time.

  4. Stage 4

    Follow-up Treatment

    Follow-up sessions are usually 30-45 minutes and focus on progressive treatment based on your individual response. Some issues resolve in just a few sessions, while complex or long-standing problems may benefit from ongoing care.

    I’ll often recommend simple exercises or stretches to do between visits to support your healing process at home. We’ll work together to establish a treatment schedule that makes sense for your condition.

Get Started
Need Help For Yourself?

Osteopathy for People

I offer professional osteopathic care in order to reduce pain, restore balance and help get the body back to its optimum. From neck pain, to lower back pain and everything in between. Alongside the hands on treatment, I will look to educate and give advice to help yourself through exercises, stretches, nutrition and recommend other lifestyle changes.

More Info

  • Initial Consultation

    £80

    This includes a detailed case history, medical history, assessment, and treatment, lasting up to 60 minutes. Please allow up to 1hr and 15 mins for the initial consultation.

    If you have not had a follow up session in over 12 months then this would be the option to book, allowing more time to go over everything and have enough time to treat accordingly.

    • Note: If you have had any previous clinical imaging such as an X-ray or MRI etc, please bring a copy of this with if you have access to it.

    Please book via the link below

    https://booking.myosteopathy.io/Y7WGypDe5s/YqoCxdqSC1HuwdL

  • Follow Up Consultation

    £60

    Follow-up treatments will last between 45 minutes to an hour, continuing on working on the findings from the previous session.

    Please book via the link below

    https://booking.myosteopathy.io/Y7WGypDe5s/YqoCxdqSC1HuwdL

  • Home Visit

    from £100

    Enjoy the comfort of having the portable treatment couch in your house, saving you from any discomfort and offering the convenience of your own home.

    • Note: Price will depend on location and distance from AB34 5AA, 15 mile radius included, further a travel charge will be added.
    • Group Rate: If other people at the same location require treatment during the visit, they can be added for a discounted rate of £80 per person.

  • Emergency Appointments (Out of Hours)

    £150

    This is for anyone in severe pain, discomfort, and in need of an emergency session. I will do my absolute best to accommodate your needs outside of regular clinic hours.

  • Person and Pet Packages

    from £140

    I am happy to offer rates for both humans and animals together, at the same place, at the same time.

    • Dog and Owner: £140
    • Horse and Rider: £160

    Got additional horses, dogs or people you would like treatment for?
    Contact me with the details and I will be able to quote accordingly.

     

  • Under 18 / Student / Apprentice

    from £50

    To help make osteopathy more accessible for younger people, I am offering my services at a discounted rate.

    • Initial Consultation – £60
    • Follow Up Consultation – £50
Why Work With Me?

Check Out What My Clients Say

5/5
Gus was very friendly and knowledgeable and put me at ease and hopeful for a successful treatment.

Peter N

5/5
I started seeing Gus some months ago with shoulder pain. After a few visits the problem well and truly disappeared. Now I visit regularly for general “maintenance” and find that back aches and muscle tension are quickly relieved. Highly recommended!!

Donata P

5/5
I highly recommend Gus to anyone. I had my first visit today and it honestly has surprised me on how well it was done. Thank you Gus Simon for your help and your work you did amazing. Such a relief to not feel so much weight on my back.

Keely R

5/5
I have been seeing Gus for the last few months and he’s been a god send. I was nearly flat on my back in bad pain and he got me back on my feet in just 1 session. I have been seeing different osteopaths for over 10 years and I wouldn’t go anywhere else. I highly recommend him.

James D

5/5
First time I've ever seen an osteopath today. Gus was thorough, professional, knowlegeable and friendly, listened intently and got to the heart of the issue. Have booked ongoing sessions and I'm confident I'm on the right path. Highly recommended.

Jane R

5/5
Saw Gus after having knee replacement 6 months ago. Couldn’t straight knee well even after hospital physio. Have had 3 treatments so far and there has been a marked improvement in straightening and walking ability. A very good experience and definitely making a difference

Jim S

5/5
I saw Gus after having lots of on and off back problems due to work. He’s a super friendly great guy who’s always got your best interests in mind. Very knowledgeable and very helpful when it comes to questions and putting together a physio plan for you. I would highly recommend Gus to anyone.

Ciaran H

5/5
I had been suffering with pain in my upper back due to a strain which was affecting my day to day activities. Since receiving treatments from Gus, my back is moving so much better and I am out of pain. I would highly recommend him.

Denny P

5/5
Gus asked questions and listened more than I ever expected and I have very high expectations lol! His treatment was spot on and I feel much much better. He is knowledgeable, really cares about his patients, and is just a really nice person. Thank you so much Gus for making a difference!!!

Tina M

5/5
Had my first osteopath appointment with Gus and was very impressed! Friendly, knowledgeable and took time to get to know information about my lifestyle to work out if there were any triggers for my back pain. Left feeling like I’d had a thorough treatment and felt much better! Will be returning for more treatment and would definitely recommend.

Megan L

5/5
Gus is amazing! He treated me initially for six weeks and did what doctors couldn’t do in two years! He is so friendly, knowledgeable and puts you at ease. I would definitely recommend

Denise S

5/5
Today was my 1st visit to an Osteopathic clinic and I was not quite sure what to expect, however Gus made me feel welcome and at ease. Gus took some medical details from me and then did his magic, he was very easy to talk to and listened carefully to what I was saying to find the right solution for me. Thank you and see you in a couple of months! :)

Lorena J

Got Another Question?

I've Got Answers

It's easy to have a lot of questions when you're looking at doing something new, let me help you find your way.

  • What is osteopathy?

    Osteopathy is a type of manual therapy that uses our eyes and hands to find, diagnose and treat musculoskeletal conditions. Osteopaths apply a range of techniques to help reduce pain, increase joint mobility, relieve muscle tension and enhance the blood and nerve supply to tissues, helping the body’s own healing mechanism.

  • Whats the difference between an osteopath and a chiropractor?

    Chiropractors focus mostly on spinal integrity, using x-rays of the spine to form a diagnosis and work on subluxations with spinal manipulation. Sessions are generally 15-20 mins and often recommended 2-3x per week. depending on the condition.

    Osteopaths like to find the root cause of a problem, using palpation and examination of the body using orthopedic testing to confirm a working diagnosis. From there we then like to treat the symptoms and cause of pain, allowing the body to regain balance. Sessions generally last 30-45 mins and recommended 1-2x per week depending on the condition.

  • What can osteopaths treat?

    Osteopaths can treat a wide range of conditions including:

    • Neck and back pain
    • Headaches arising from cervicogenic origin
    • Arthritis
    • Shoulder and elbow pain
    • Pelvic, hip and leg pain
    • Tendon injury
    • Pregnancy-related pain and postural problems
    • Minor sports injuries including ligament and muscle strains

  • What techniques do Osteopaths use?

    Depending on your symptoms, some of the treatment methods I use include:

    • Soft tissue massage
    • Spinal manipulation
    • Articulation and mobilisation of joints and muscles
    • Muscle energy technique
    • Stretching to encourage muscles to work against resistance
    • Dry needling

  • Will I feel sore after treatment?

    As your body readjusts and adapts to the changes that occur during treatment, you may sometimes feel tired or even a little achey (soreness rather than pain) after treatment. If this happens, effects can last from 2-24 hours after treatment. After this you should feel much better!

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