Classical Osteopathy

to treat common problems

What is Classical Osteopathy?

‘Classical’ or ‘Traditional’ Osteopathy is a healing system and science that uses the body’s natural abilities to relieve pain and discomfort. We address the root cause of your symptoms and overall health.

An Osteopathic diagnosis considers your medical history, standard check-up results, and the underlying cause of your symptoms. The diagnosis also relies on the Osteopath’s gentle, precise and highly-attuned hands. The Osteopath conducts a skilled whole-body assessment, observes and feels the subtle differences in your body’s structure and function.

Classical Osteopathic treatment is a gentle, non-invasive sequence of rhythmic movements. It is applied with precision to help the body recover from pain and discomfort. We don’t just focus on relieving symptoms, we also work to support, improve and stabilise your body.

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What happens during an Osteopathy appointment?

Each Osteopathic appointment and treatment plan is directly tailored to you. In a session, usually lasting between 30-45 minutes, our Osteopaths will take your case history, examine you, formulate a diagnosis, generate a treatment plan and then apply gentle manipulations across your body. This includes soft tissue release techniques and rhythmic joint manipulation to help bring your body back to balance.

Watch the video below to find out more.

What are the benefits of Osteopathy?

  • I’ve went and seen Quinton for a long and he’s one of the main reasons I no longer get any back pain. My general quality of life has went way... read more

    Aaron Skilton

    I have been seeing Quentin as my osteopath for well over a decade. Prior to being introduced to him, I have had years of unresolved back pain despite trying all... read more

    Belinda B
  • I’ve been to a number of different practices and none have been able to resolve the issues I had until I visited Quentin - would 100% recommend

    Jerome Bray

    Can’t recommend highly enough. Quentin is in a league of his own: he succeeded in fixing my back & neck, beyond expectations, when many, many others had... read more

    Libby Heywood
  • I have had a lot of trouble with my posture causing back and neck pain which I am gradually healing with Claire's help. She is very good at explaining all... read more

    MIRIAM IRWIN

    Claire has been invaluable to me during my second pregnancy! She always made time for me, even calling me back after her work day had finished already, fitting me in... read more

    Noa Bere
  • Amazing, and life changing. Quentin is obviously an expert in the field he diagnosed my various related issues in less than a minute of examination, and 'joined the dots' for... read more

    Zak Coogan

    I started using an osteopath as I had tried pretty much everything else repeadly for years. With them all doing pretty much nothing. Within ONE session with Claire I drastically... read more

    Katie C
  • Panic disorder from severe and debilitating to ever so slightly mild, infrequent, barely bothersome. The last thing I tried was the first thing that worked. I’ve been combating... read more

    Emily Beeston

    Claire is amazing, have been going to see her for over 2 years now and she is not only brilliant at what she does but also very professional!

    Bianca Lade
  • Quentin is The Best! My job as a Beauty Therapist involves so much standing and leaning over and puts strain on my back. For almost 20 years Quentin has kept... read more

    Becky Healthy4life

    A practice I would definitely recommend. Quentin is a brilliant professional that is literally capable of changing your life for better. Quentin is providing excellent service to my husband, our... read more

    Anna Os
  • Quentin has helped me no end! Especially with pelvic girdle pain in pregnancy - after weeks of agony a session with him meant I could walk easily again and for... read more

    Emily Moon

No one should suffer from chronic pain or discomfort. Classical Osteopathy is a safe, gentle, non-invasive treatment that brings your body back to its natural state.

As well as being an effective form of treatment, other benefits of Classical Osteopathy include:

  • It is suitable for every age. We have treated patients who are one month old to over 100 years old. 
  • It helps you before and after surgery. Classical Osteopathy helps to speed up recovery times and supports you getting back on track.
  • It provides an alternative in instances where traditional medicine is not able to provide a cure –  for example for ongoing chronic conditions such as back pain.

How Classical Osteopathy can help your pain

There are many ways in which Classical Osteopathy can help your pain and discomfort. Below are just some of the conditions that we treat. 

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Back pain

If you suffer from back pain, aches, or discomfort you are not alone. Osteopathy can help you rebuild and maintain a healthy spine.

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Carpal tunnel syndrome

Fed up of tingling and pain in your hands? An Osteopath can alleviate the pain and discomfort of carpal tunnel syndrome. 

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Disc problems

Classical Osteopathy to relieve the tension and stress of ruptured, slipped, or herniated discs.

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Frozen shoulder

It can take a long time to recover from a stiff, frozen shoulder. Osteopathy speeds up your recovery time.

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Headaches

Did you know that Osteopathy can help with headaches? We offer support and relief for chronic headaches that originate from the neck.

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Hips & groin pain

Osteopathic treatments help to alleviate hip and groin pain – whether it is caused by arthritis, an injury, or something else.

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Joint pain and arthritis

Joint pain and arthritis can vary from irritating to very painful. Classical Osteopathy can help to bring mobility back. 

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Knee pain

The knee is the largest joint in the body, and so is commonly injured and a cause of pain. Osteopathic treatments find the source of your pain and help with recovery.

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Muscular injuries

Osteopathic treatments to help you recover from muscular, ligament, or tendon injuries.

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Neck pain

This type of discomfort can be a real pain in the neck. Osteopathy will help to relieve the pain and discomfort.

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nerve pain and sciatica

Expert treatment and relief for nerve problems, such as nerve pain, neuralgia, and sciatica.

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Pelvic Pain

Non-invasive Osteopathic treatments can speed up your recovery from pelvic, sacroiliac, and coccyx pain. We are also specialists in treating pelvic girdle pain during and after pregnancy (read here).

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Repetitive strain injury (RSI)

Osteopathy to relieve the symptoms of repetitive strain injury, such as in the wrists, shoulders, elbows, hands, and fingers.

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Scoliosis

Osteopathic support and treatment for scoliosis and spine pain.

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Sports injuries

Treatment can speed up recovery from minor or ongoing sports injuries.

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Why Tunbridge Wells Osteopaths?

We welcome people of all age ranges and conditions to our clinic, specialising in personalised treatment plans to help relieve your pain and discomfort.

Expert support

We have been established in Tunbridge Wells for more than 30 years, helping thousands of people regain their physical and mental wellbeing.

Integrated treatments

Every person’s pain and discomfort is different. All our treatment plans are specifically focused on your body and needs. 

Supportive and professional

Our Osteopaths are dedicated to providing friendly and compassionate care so you feel supported on every step of your journey.

Happy patients

Excellent reviews from our patients show our commitment to every person’s recovery.

Don’t just take our word for it…

Jean-Louis

When I first came to Tunbridge Wells Osteopaths I was in bad shape with multiple issues stemming from throat cancer five years ago, and then a serious lung infection in 2023. 

I sought Osteopathic treatment because of:

  1. Inability to regain substantial weight loss as a result of my illness.
  2. A collapse of my skeletal frame, mainly in the spine and chest.
  3. Problems with numbness in my arms, and an increasing stiffness and restriction in the use of my arms.
  4. Atrophy of muscle tissue, and an inability to build muscle.
  5. Stiffness in the neck

When Quentin [lead Osteopath] first examined me, he noted that I would present a serious challenge, and that rebuilding was not something that could be achieved overnight, but would take months and even years.

The work Quentin has done on my body has already delivered positive results. I have put on weight, improved my posture, and strengthened my spine. 

I now stand as tall as I did in my youth, which for a man in his mid-sixties is good news.

Brigid

I was first diagnosed with scoliosis at the age of 15 and thankfully found yoga in my early 20s which has had an enormously positive impact on my back health over the year. However, from time to time I do suffer from back pain as a result of the scoliosis and, as a yoga teacher, this can be very problematic.

I knew Quentin by his reputation locally so he was an obvious choice when I had a flare up. I’ve found that the sessions work immediately and I personally rarely need follow ups.

Quentin also takes the time to explain the mechanics of what the problem is and gives postural adjustments and exercises to take home so you can maintain the results.

When my teenage daughter was also diagnosed with scoliosis, I immediately took her to see Quentin. He took time to show how her spine was misaligned at the start of the session, and by the end of the appointment I could visibly see her spine was back in alignment and her symptoms were relieved.

Get in touch

5 Upper Grosvenor Road
Tunbridge Wells
Kent
TN1 2DU
United Kingdom

+ 44 (0)1892 535858