David is an experienced Osteopath and has been practicing for over 10 years. As well as his own interest in Rugby he has treated many sports people, musicians, actors and aerial performers. He has worked with the British Modern Pentathlon team for the last two Olympic campaigns, and worked at the Commonwealth Games in Manchester 2002.
With his ergonomics interest, David also specialises in treating office workers and gives advice about their workstations. He runs courses on Ergonomics at the British School of Osteopathy.
David practices mainly in Central Leeds at West Point Practice. Appointments can be made by calling:
0113 244 0115
www.westpointpractice.co.uk
What is Osteopathy?
Osteopathy is categorised as ‘primary care’ so you do not need to see your GP before treatment. Through a process of history taking and examination including orthopaedic or clinic tests where necessary, we are able to diagnose musculoskeletal problems with the body. The aim is also to establish how the injury has occurred which may be for example due to the dysfunction of a different part of the body, past injuries or your sport or profession. Often it is a combination of all of these. Treatment includes hands on treatment such as massage, articulations, manipulations (where the joints can make a ‘popping’ sound, stretches. Advise is also given on exercises and changes to your workstation or activities which will aid a swift recovery and prevent the injury returning.
Osteopaths undertake a 4 year degree course and safety is our primary consideration. If we feel that your presenting symptoms are not appropriate for treatment we will refer you to a doctor, or advise you on the best course of action.
Osteopathy is effective on all ages and for many conditions such as back ache, sciatica, muscle stiffness, arthritis, referred and nerve pain and hip pain. If you are not sure if Osteopathy is appropriate for you, please contact David and he will be happy to discuss your condition.
Common conditions that patients present with
Back pain
Neck and shoulder pain
Hip, Knee, ankle and foot pain
Sciatica
Arthritic Pain
Frozen Shoulder
Tennis/Golfers Elbow
Headaches
Repetitive Strain injuries
Minor Sports Injuries
Pre/Post natal (Pregnancy) back or joint pain
LOCATIONS
Osteopathy in Central Leeds
The West Point Practice is conveniently located a few minutes walk from Leeds
railway station. Also available Physiotherapy, Acupuncture & Sports Massage.
West Point Practice
West Point
Wellington Street
Leeds
LS1 4JY
0113 244 0115
appointments@westpointpractice.co.uk
www.westpointpractice.co.uk
Osteopathy in Harrogate
The Harrogate Clinic is located off Arthurs Avenue, close to Harrogate Grammar
School. Parking is available.
Central Harrogate Osteopathy & Sports Injury Clinic
29 Grasmere Crescent
Harrogate
HG2 0ED
Telephone: 01423 531398
david@ergotherapy.co.uk
Close to Harrogate Centre, close to the Grammar School, HG1 & HG2
Experienced in treating back pain, sciatica, arthritis, neck and shoulder pain, hip and
knee pain, muscle tension and stiffness
What to expect at your first appointment
The consultation will begin with a detailed case history covering the existing problem
and general medical questions to ensure it is safe to treat you or may be related to your condition. This is followed by an examination which will look at muscle tension, joint movement and you will be asked to perform some basic movements. The examination will usually involve getting undressed to your underwear, so bring some shorts if you feel more comfortable. After this you will be given a diagnosis and your treatment will be explained to you.
Treatment can involve soft tissue manipulation similar to massage, stretching and manipulations or “cracking” of joints if appropriate (technically called a ‘high velocity thrust’). David also uses dry needling, a form of acupuncture. Advice may be given including exercises, postural advice and computer workstation setup.
The aim is to get you better as quickly as possible, the number of treatments depends on factors such as the severity of injury, length of time you have had the problem etc. The average number of treatments for a simple back problem is between 3 and 6. You will not be tied into paying up front for multiple treatments as different people respond differently to treatment.