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Osteopathy - what is it?
Osteopathy is a manual system of diagnosis and treatment. It is
essentially a natural therapy that seeks to overcome a wide range of
"dis-eases", and pain that can result from disturbances in the
musculo-skeletal system.
Osteopathy is now recognised and the title protected in law. In order
to practice an osteopath must have successfully completed a proscribed
course of study which will consist of over 1000 hours clinical work.
Only then will they be invited to join the General Osteopathic Council
which regulates the profession. All practitioners have full public
liability insurance.
How does it
work?
An Osteopath will take a detailed case history on your initial
visit. This will cover your present condition and any relevant history.
You will also be asked about your past medical history,
previous accidents, operations and any medication you are currently
taking.
The Osteopath will then examine you, assessing both the sites
of pain and your general posture and mobility. Specialised examinations
i.e. reflexes, blood pressure reading may also be performed. If
necessary, you
will be referred to your GP if further medical tests are required.
The diagnosis is an assessment of the local problem and the factors
contributing to it. These can be both physical internal factors i.e. a
spinal curvature and/or external influences such as poor seating,
stressful lifestyle.
Treatment normally consists of a variety of techniques to encourage
normal functioning of the body. Manipulation (clicking) of joints will
be used if appropriate. Advice about rest, exercise and possible
lifestyle changes will be given.
You will be advised on the
frequency and interval of treatment.
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Ageing
problems - bunions, fallen arches, joint pain, stiffness, digestive disorders. Read more... (opens new browser window).
Babies - Colic, sleeping or feeding difficulties, head shaking,
restlessness, growing pains and shin splints. Read more... (opens new browser window).
Children - hyperactivity, growing pains, bone growth problems e.g
scoliosis, osteochondritis.
Contracture of stroke, MS or cerebral
palsy.
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Injuries
- sprains, strains, whiplash.
Neuralgia - pressure on nerves e.g Sciatica.
Pain - from arthritis, rheumatism, injury, overwork.
Pregnancy - easing physical discomfort, preparing for labour, aiding post-natal recovery. Read more... (opens new browser window).
Sports injuries, slipped discs, tennis/golfers elbow.
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Stress - grief, trauma, overwork, or
worry.
Stiffness
- from exercise, aging, accident, illness, asthma, or childbirth.
Tension, anxiety and panic attacks,
headaches and shoulder pain, digestive difficulties.
Work injuries - Frozen shoulder, RSI,
Carpal tunnel, bursitis. |
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Practitioners |
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 Helen
Clarke
Qualifications:
BSc (Hons) Osteopathy.
Diploma in Paediatric Osteopathy.
Professional membership: Member of General Osteopathic Council. Member of British Osteopathic Association. Approved practitioner on Sutherland Society’s Register of Cranial Practitioners. Alumni member of Foundation for Paediatric Osteopathy. Approved practitioner on Dance UK’s register. |
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Helen is an honours graduate of the British School of Osteopathy.
She
treats both structurally and cranially and has specialised in cranial
osteopathy at a post graduate level for many years.
She
worked for some years at the world famous Osteopathic Centre for
Children (now the Foundation for Paediatric Osteopathy) and
received their post graduate qualification in paediatric
osteopathy.
She is particularly interested in women’s health
issues, caring for women pre and post partum and sees many babies and
children in her practice.
As a former professional dancer
herself, Helen retains links with the dance world and enjoys treating
both professional and student dancers. She is on the register of
approved practitioners of Dance UK.
Helen also has a particular
interest in addressing problems related to posture. Her
experience of Alexander technique and Pilates also informs her work.
Helen's web site
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Please enquire for concessionary rates |
First 60 minute session Subsequent 30 minute sessions
Children: First 60 minute session Subsequent 30 minute sessions | £50 £38
£40 £33 |
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 Donald
Kean
Qualifications: Diploma in Osteopathy (D.O.)
Professional membership:
General Osteopathic Council
British Osteopathic Association
Sutherland Cranial Society
London Osteopathic Society
NBPA – Backcare |
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Donald
qualified from the BSO in 1986 and has spent over 20 years working in
South East London forging a reputation as an experienced and skillful
osteopath. In addition to working at The Greenwich Natural Health Centre he
has his own private practice in Blackheath which he established in 1995.
His
approach to osteopathy encompasses both structural and cranial
techniques and in his practice he sees people of all ages. As part of
his work, he focuses on discussion of the patient's work, lifestyle and
changes that could be made by the individual to improve their general
posture and health, such as specific exercise or in some cases,
exercise!
He is particularly interested in treating sports injuries and musicians and enjoys the challenge of treating chronic injuries.
Donald's web site
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First 60 minute session Subsequent 30 minute sessions
Children: First 60 minute session Subsequent 30 minute sessions | £50 £38
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Qualifications: BOst. Dip. Sports Injuries and Massage
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membership: British Osteopathic Association Institute of Classical Osteopathy London Osteopathic Society | | Andrew trained at the British School of Osteopathy, where he
developed a strong medical and evidence-based approach to osteopathy.
He
is registered with the General Osteopathic Council and alongside his
private clinics in Blackheath and Greenwich, he also works as an
Osteopath within NHS Kensington and Chelsea and with the St Mungo’s
Charity for the homeless in Central London.
Andrew prides
himself on having a professional, friendly manner and on offering his
patients excellence in osteopathic health care, enabling them to return
to a normal life.
He employs a wide variety of techniques
including: Classical, Cranial, Structural and Sports Massage to remedy
a broad range of medical conditions, providing a comprehensive and
integrated approach to osteopathy from babies to the mature.
Andrew's web site | | | | | | Price list: | | | First 60 minute consultation Subsequent 40 minute sessions
Children: First 60 minute session Subsequent 30 minute sessions | £50 £40
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 Carol
Williams
Director GNHC
Qualifications: Osteopath DO
Member of:
General Osteopathic Council
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Carol graduated from the British School of Osteopathy in 1983 and founded The Greenwich Natural Health Centre in 1994.
Her approach to health is through the whole body and providing treatments gentle enough for all ages, including:
- Cranial Osteopathy for new-born babies.
- Trauma studies with College of Cranio-Sacral Therapy
- Special interest: Nutrition and Dietics (British School of Osteopathy).
- Cranial Treatment for trauma.
- Reiki
Carol's web site
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| Post Graduate Training | | Courses attended | | | | | | 2009 | | Residential Permaculture and Nutrition course: Permaculture Association of Great Britain. Autogenic Training at Lewisham College. CCST course on Diaphragms and Somato-emotional release. | | 2008 | | CCST course on Cranial approach to effect of Dentistry on cranial mechanism and jaw joint. | | 2007 | | CCST course on Cranial treatment of trauma. Bromley Autistic Trust 16 week courses on Communication and Working with people on the Autistic and Asperger spectrum. Seminar training in the use of herbal combinations and food supplements. | | 2006 | | Residential course in Pilates. Seminar training in the use of herbal combinations and food supplements. | | 2005 | | Residential course in Yoga. Seminar training in the use of herbal combinations and food supplements. | | 2004 | | Dry Needling (acupuncture for muscular-skeletal conditions) at the Royal Homeopathic Hospital. Highlights, treatment of fibromyalgia and encapsulitis (e.g frozen shoulder). Seminar training in the use of herbal combinations and food supplements. | | 2001 | | Reiki I & II | | 2000 | | Shiatsu foundation course with Shan McCanliss. | | 1996 | | CCST course on Cranial approach to the heart fascias. | | 1993-1995 | | College of Homeopathy - clinical observation and ongoing case consultations around shared clients.
| | 1992-1993 | | Tutoring on 1st and 2nd year CCST Cranial courses. | | 1991-1992 | | CCST 2 year part time Cranial course. Specialism; treatment of Babies . | | 1983 and 1984 | | British School of Osteopathy: Cranial 10 day courses with Professor Rolin Becker. | | 1982 | | Touch for Health course (Applied Kinesiology Muscle testing for food sensitivities). | | 1979-1983 | | British School of Osteopathy. Special interest Nutrition and Dietics with James Lambert Mount, consultant at the London Homeopathic Hospital and founder of McCarrison Society. |
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First 80 minute session Subsequent 40 minute sessions
Children: First 80 minute session Subsequent 40 minute sessions | £50 £38
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