Private Osteopathy Appointment
Hello, I'm Dawn, a caring Osteopath
Whether you’re dealing with chronic discomfort, acute injuries, or simply want a proactive approach to your health, osteopathy offers a hands-on, natural solution. By targeting the root causes, it alleviates pain and supports your body’s ability to heal itself. If your muscle or joint discomfort isn’t improving or you’re unsure of the cause, it’s time to take action. Ignoring these issues can lead to worsening conditions, making recovery harder. Don’t wait, take charge of your health today!
Does this sound familiar?
- Experiencing persistent low back or neck discomfort?
- Struggling with worsening or lingering symptoms?
- Does your pain stop you from doing what you want to do?
- Are you relying on painkillers or anti-inflamatories?
- Is your problem disturbing your sleep?
- Feeling worried this could get worse?
- Do you want to get fitter, stronger or more flexible
Imagine a pain-free future...
- You are pain-free and back to your daily activities
- Wow, you can’t remember the last time you took painkillers!
- You’re loving feeling stronger and more supple.
- Sleep is restful, and you wake up feelign refreshed.
- You’re reassured with a well-defined plan to prevent the problem returning.
- You feel more in control.
Private Osteopathy in-person or online
What to expect
Fast appointment
Book an in-clinic appointment for immediate treatment or book an online consultation if you are in too much pain or unable to attend in person.
Peace of mind
Call first to discuss your needs and ask questions.
Tailored exercise plans for faster recovery
I provide personalised exercises to hasten your recovery. These exercises can be delivered in two convenient ways: either by capturing short video clips with your phone, which is very convenient for you, or by sending you pre-recorded exercise videos accompanied by detailed explanations.
Client comfort
Rest easy, there’s no need to disrobe. Simply wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing for your visit.
Clinically effective
Osteopaths have a well-deserved, evidence-based reputation for expertise in the treatment of many conditions.
Conditions I treat
- Back pain (acute and chronic)
- Neck pain and headaches
- Arthritic and rheumatic pain
- Hip / knee / frozen shoulder
- Joint pain from osteoporosis
- Tight muscles / muscle spasms,
- Cramp & tension (mild-chronic)
- Digestive problems
- Nerve pain e.g. sciatica
- Pain from poor posture
- Tendinitis
- Fibromyalgia
- Osteoarthritis
What to expect on your first visit
In-clinic appointment:
- Wear loose-fitting clothing, and bring any questions you’ve prepared.
- Your initial appointment also spans 60 minutes.
During your first visit, we will:
- Conduct an osteopathic case history assessment
- Observe your joints and muscles while you perform certain movements
- Use these observations to evaluate the source of your pain
- Provide advice to addressing root causes, and prevention strategies
- Make you a personalised exercise program, updated as you progress
- Offer follow-up sessions to help you stay on track
Online appointment:
- Ensure you have adequate space around you and set up your computer or mobile device to capture your entire self in the shot.
- Come prepared with any questions you may have.
- First appointments are scheduled for a generous 60 minutes.
EXPERIENCED OSTEOPATH
It's time to look after yourself with some professional help
Dawn is a Private Osteopath offering in-person or online appointments. Registered with General Osteopathic Council for 30 years.
Dawn Rowland, B.Sc (Hons), B.Sc (OST), Dip ION
I help people with joint pain and musculoskeletal problems. My aim is to reduce your pain, lower any inflammation and promote the body’s normal healing response so that you can move more freely and painlessly again.
I know what you are feeling because I manage my own scoliosis and hip osteoarthritis and have worked my way out of sciatica and low back pain from a prolapsed disc.
- I am on a mission to reassure you that pain doesn’t have to last and you can overcome it and get yourself well.
- I am passionate in my belief that we do not have to put up with aches and pains and poor health as we get older.
- My aim is to help you lower any inflammation and help you regain your strength and flexibility so that you can become pain-free or manage your pain a whole lot better.
Dawn Rowland
Happy Clients
Dawn is very knowledgeable, finds the root cause and gives lots of exercises so I can help myself heal.
Your relaxed professional manner, you gave me achievable goals/exercises which helped me feel that you and I were working together.
I particularly liked the way you enabled me to understand what was happening to my body, I felt much more confident about improving it myself. I do my stretches every morning now.
You have a wonderful approach of listening, supporting and empowering, careful, thoughtful and has helped me to live a pain-free life, despite some physical problems.
Further Osteopathy reading
Osteopathy for low back pain
Aches and pains of ageing
Is osteopathy effective?
FAQs
Can your GP refer you to an osteopath?
You do not need to be referred by your GP to see an osteopath privately.
In some areas, doctors are able to refer patients to an osteopath for treatment funded by the NHS. To find out whether osteopathic treatment is available on the NHS in your area, contact:
- your local Clinical Commissioning Group if you live in England
- your local Health Board if you live in Scotland
- your local Health Board if you live in Wales
- your local Health and Social Care Board if you live in Northern Ireland
Is an osteopath a doctor?
In the UK, osteopaths are not doctors. In the US and Canada, osteopaths are medical doctors.
What will happen during my appointment?
I will start by reviewing your medical history and asking about your current pain, how and when it started, how the pain feels. what makes it worse and better etc etc. Next I will ask you to do some movements which I will assess. Then I will explain what is likely causing your pain and whether or not exercises will be helpful for you and other options if you need more. If they are, I will demonstrate the exercises and you will then try them. You can ask as many questions as you like, as we go along. Afterwards, I will forward you a personalised exercise sheet. We can have follow up appointments to give you ongoing support and accountability.
What to wear to an osteopath appointment / Do you have to take your clothes off for an osteopath?
You will need to wear shorts & T-shirt or something similar, have a floor mat ready and set up your laptop or phone camera so I can see all of you on your mat. It would be good if you weren’t interrupted by distractions too. You do not need to take your clothes off.
Is there anything I need to do in advance of the session?
I will send you a consent form for GDPR and an email with a link to your private video call appointment (not Zoom).
What if I don't want to be "cracked"?
“Cracking” does not have to be part of your treatment, there are many effective alternatives I can use instead.
How many sessions do you think I’ll need?
You may only need one initial session and one follow up session if your problem is recent and straightforward. If you have had a problem or pain for many years, it is likely you will need 4-5 appointments, and careful monitoring to make sure my recommendations are working for you.
What if the exercises hurt?
The exercises should not cause you pain. I can grade the exercises to make them as manageable as possible, so you can start to get your joints moving.