Safe, effective treatment for painful complaints

Osteopathy is an established system of diagnosis and treatment of painful conditions which is recognised by the British Medical Association.

It is essentially a "hands-on" manual therapy that is based on th belief that if the structure and alignment of the body are correct, then it will function properly.

Dr. Andrew Taylor-Still, the founder of osteopathy, first proposed his philosophy and practice in 1874 in the U.S.A.

Our aim is to relieve your pain, improve your mobility and get you better as quickly as possible.

We treat all people - the young, the elderly, pregnant women and children (10 years and older at this practice).

About the practitioners

MICHAEL McDONNELL BSc. Hons) Ost. ITEC. APNT. LCM Dip. AGSM is a graduate of the College of Osteopaths. He completed the five year training acheiving a first class Honours degree and was awarded the "Oakes" Prize for academic achievement. Michael is also qualified and has over 17 years experience in providing remedial and sports massage. He is a trained classical musician and is an associate of the Guildhall School of Music & Drama.

VIRGINIA SPENCER-SMITH BSc (Hons) Ost, ITEC, APNT, NLSMR, is also a graduate of the College of Osteopaths, achieved a first class honours degree and was awarded the "Oakes" Prize for academic achievement. She qualified in massage therapy in 1991 and is an aromatherapist and lecturer at the College of Osteopths.
Both Michael and Virginia are registered with the General Osteopathic Council and are members of the British Osteopathic Association

What Happens in a treatment?

At your first treatment a comprehensive medical history is taken. This is similar to visiting any other registered medical practitioner. Orthopaedic, neurological, cardiovascular and other tests may be performed by the osteopath if needed. In some cases X-rays, blood tests or scans may need to be arranged through your GP to allow a full diagnosis and treatment plan to be developed.
Your posture will be examined and you may be asked to perform a series of simple movements. The osteopath will then use his highly developed sense of touch to identify areas of immobility or excessive strain throughout the body.

"Hands-on" treatment consists of massage of the muscles, tendons and ligaments and manipulation of the joints. Ultrasound may be used and a few exercises may be recommended to aid recovery.
Treatment is not painful and most people find it a relaxing and pleasant experience.

Cost of treatment and Opening Hours

COST PER TREATMENT in CRYSTAL PALACE= £38.00

Your first treatment will last about an hour and follow up treatments will last about 45 minutes.
The fee includes consultation, examination and treatment.

OPENING HOURS
Monday to Friday 10am - 8pm

Conditions that we treat:

* back pain & sciatica
* neck & shoulder pain
* stress & posture related pain
* headaches & migraine
* leg & knee pain
* arm & hand pain
* whiplash injuries
* sports injuries
* musculo-skeletal pain in any part of the body

For more information please call 020 8653 5058

If we are treating someone we wont be able to answer the phone. Please leave your name and telephone number or send a text message to 0771 943 2025 and we will contact you as soon as possible.