Osteopathic Clinics Kent, UK

When I first attended Bodywell for an examination I was a little sceptical as I have been to both a physiotherapist and osteopath for treatment. Neither of these helped and the second actually made the problem worse. After a thorough examination I was told that there were two spinal issues, which were of long standing. This was before Christmas. At this time I was unable to stand up straight, look over either shoulder, stand for any length of time or walk further than 50 yards before having to stop and rest as my back would go into spasm. I have been having regular adjustments and massage. It is now the end of March and last week we went away for a couple of days to Norfolk. Whilst there we went on long beach walks and pottering around various towns. All of this was with ease. Something that I thought was lost to me forever. I am looking forward to being able to do more and enjoying playing with my grandchildren. I know that this is not the end of the journey, but I am confident that by condition will continue to improve, thanks to the care of Dr Christian, April and all the staff at Bodywell. Just a little addition - last week I went out for dinner with friends and in the first time for years I wore high heeled shoes. Something else that I thought that I would never do again. Really works for me. The staff are all very welcoming and caring. It is a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere, where I feel that I can escape the hustle and bustle of life for half an hour. The reason that I chose Bodywell was because of an advertisement in a local journal. I had no knowledge of any similar local establishments and my choice was quite random, but what a good choice. I was in so much pain that I had nothing to lose and I have gained so much.

Anticipating a hip replacement and needing to lose weight. I was given an appointment with a physio Dotty at the clinic for whom I coincidentally happened to receive a personal recommendation. At about the same time from another person, I had met at the Langton pool who had seen her himself regarding his rehab after a knee operation and speaks highly of her. Dotty helped me prepare mentally and physically for the operation. She has made special arrangements for me to be part of a beginners Pilates class which she runs so that I could start exercising appropriately from about a week after the operation. Dotty has used manipulation, massage to make walking easier and help the process of healing. Dotty acutely observes, assesses gait, has made recommendations about exercising in a swimming pool and on an exercise bike. My experience with everybody at the clinic has been marvellous. Including the receptionist Mash who took my original call and advised me in the first instance how Dotty would be able to help on diet. In fact, I have lost a stone but Dotty has not focused on weight loss specifically only increasing mobility, awareness and fitness by means of Pilates.

Simon has been great at treating me and I would highly recommend using him.