Backs to Basics Osteopathy

Lydia has the all-important role of improving patient’s general health, fitness and wellbeing. Having qualified with a level 3 Diploma in Indian Head Massage with the Middlesex School of Complimentary Medicine in spring 2009, she has continued to develop her own health and fitness skills, completing a Diploma in Personal Training (level 3) in 2009 and a Diploma in Sports Massage (level 3) in 2010.

Using her knowledge and experience of Sports Massage, Indian Head Massage, Personal Training, Nutrition and Personal Coaching, Lydia provides a comprehensive service that covers past or recent injuries, tight and achy muscles and, essential maintenance massage to combat the negative effects of daily life and stresses on the body. Further to this, she delivers personal coaching and nutritional advice to ensure that the body operates efficiently and effectively.

Lydia is a member of the Register of Exercise Professionals

Jenny Whittick - Homeopath, Indian Head Massage, Nutrition, Reiki Practitioner. Registered member of the Complementary Therapists Association
Jenny works toward improving client health and immunity through natural Homeopathic remedies, Bach flower remedies, and nutritional and lifestyle guidance. With 10 years experience in the pharmaceutical industry, Jenny has a real understanding of medications that are natural and conventional. She has an Honours Degree in Applied Biology and studied for 5 years with the British School of Homeopathy, fully qualifying in 2007. During 2008, Jenny qualified in Stress Management and Relaxation technique at the Relaxation for Living Institute, and in 2010 obtained a Diploma in Nutrition for Alternative Practitioners. Jenny also attained a diploma in Advanced Indian Head Massage, from the London Centre of Indian Champissage International. This treatment enables her to help patients with anxiety, stress, depression, insomnia, stiffness and day-to-day tensions

Rohit Shin - BSc (Hons) Osteopathy 2003 - Registered Osteopath
As the owner of Backs to Basics, Rohit is a highly qualified, customer focused Osteopath, who qualified from the British School of Osteopathy in 2003. In addition, he is a member of the British Osteopathic Association. Rohit set up his own clinic in 2004, here in Croxley Green. Since that time, his reputation and that of the Backs to Basics practice, has been further enhanced by a growing list of wholly satisfied customers, standing as real testimony to the quality of service he and the Backs to Basics team consistently deliver.

Rohit has continued to study, and gained further qualification in the highly respected area of cranial osteopathy, he has attained levels 1, 2 and 3 with the Sutherland Cranial College. He is an active member of the local community, playing an integral role in helping young people with work experience and accepting work placements from local schools and colleges. Away from his busy professional role, he is a keen sportsman and enjoys golf and mountain biking.

Laura Barfi
Registered Osteopath
Master of Osteopathy (M.Ost)

Laura has had a keen interest in health and exercise for as long as she can remember. She has always been a keen athlete playing a wide variety of different sports, it was her sporting background that led her to discover Osteopathy.

Laura qualified with a Masters from the British School of Osteopathy

Laura places particular emphasis on the ability of the human body to self-repair. She aims to remove obstructions that limit the body’s capacity to heal whilst supporting and maintaining the individuals return to health.

Laura uses a structural approach incorporating an extensive range of techniques adapted to each patient’s unique needs. She also has a diploma in sports massage therapy and often integrates these techniques into her Osteopathic treatments. Laura advocates a holistic approach to health, giving tailored lifestyle and exercise advice during her treatment sessions.

Laura is registered with General Osteopathic Council and a member of the British Osteopathic Association.