OSTEOPATHY

PRICING INFORMATION

  • Initial consultation (45 – 60 minutes) £55 – NB> Price  to increase to £60 from 1st April 2023.
  • Follow up appointment (30 minutes) £55 – NB> Price  to increase to £60 from 1st April 2023.

Payment is made to your therapist on the day of the treatment.

Should you prefer not to book via the online form above you can telephone 01892 671764 and speak to our receptionists who will be happy to help. 

Payment is required in full unless cancelled with at least 24 hours notice.

The Rehab Plan – our 8 week programme is £550 in total, a payment plan is also available to spread the cost over 3 instalments. All sessions are lead by Ben Parker & Lucy Parker.

WHO YOU WILL SEE

Ben Parker – Registered Osteopath
Ben has been a local osteopath since 1999 and has extensive experience in working with individuals with a wide range of physical complaints using both structural and cranial osteopathic techniques. Ben opened Groombridge Osteopathy in 2005 and expanded his business into Flow Tunbridge Wells in 2015.

He is particularly interested in helping people to understand the causes of their injuries and how to prevent their recurrence. Ben emphasises the importance of exercise in the process of recovery.

  • Registered Osteopath – GOsC Reg. 4134
  • BSc (Hons) Osteopathic Medicine
  • Naturopathy Diploma
  • 22 years of experience, qualified in 1999
  • Accredited by all major health insurers
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TYPES OF TREATMENT

Structural Osteopathy
The structural approach is what most people imagine when they think of osteopathy. Hands-on techniques are used to move joints and massage and stretch muscles to improve the function of the body. Techniques are also used that release joints with a click (HVTs) but not as often as people might think. Certainly if there are techniques which you would rather avoid this is not a problem; osteopaths are trained in a variety of techniques which can achieve the same results.

Cranial Osteopathy
Cranial osteopathy is a refined and subtle form of treatment that encourages the release of stresses and tensions in the body. The name implies that cranial osteopaths only examine and treat the head and, although particular attention is paid to the head, the approach can be used on any area of the body. It is a gentle yet extremely effective approach and may be used in a wide range of conditions for people of all ages, from birth to old age.

Cranial osteopaths are trained to feel a very subtle, rhythmical shape change that is present in all body tissues. This is called Involuntary Motion or the Cranial Rhythm. Tension in the body disrupts the cranial rhythm. This tension can result from stresses and strains your body is under at present or has been in the past. Practitioners compare what your rhythm currently feel like to what they feel could be achieved and use gentle treatment techniques to bring your body towards a more balanced and harmonious state.

TYPES OF TREATMENT

The Rehab Plan
When injuries hang around it can be tricky to get back to health. The fear of pain and can stop us from moving, which can lead to compensatory patterns and further discomfort. So how can we start moving towards a more comfortable, confident and pain free life?

This is where The Rehab Plan steps in, offering you a careful bespoke 8 week programme of osteopathy & exercise.

Working with our osteopaths you will have the Flow treatment room and studio all to yourself. Your rehab plan will span 2 months, meeting an hour per week. Each hour session will be split between Osteopathic hands on treatment & exercise based rehabilitation.

You’ll be supported, encourage and taught movement which you will need to practice at home between sessions. You’ll progress at your own pace over 6 weeks and then the last 2 weeks will ease you into a group class setting so that you can build your confidence and begin to feel what works for you independent of your therapist.

The rehab plan will provide you with your own personal toolbox of tips, skills & home exercises to keep you pain free and moving confidently for the long term.

Our 8 week programme is £560 in total, a payment plan is also available to spread the cost over 3 instalments. All sessions are lead by Ben Parker & Lucy Parker.

For more information or to start your rehab plan please get in touch.

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Osteopathy treatments at Flow Tunbridge Wells

WHAT TO EXPECT

We suggest you attend wearing sports wear that is comfortable, will not restrict movement and is not too loose fitting. It may be helpful if you are able to undress to aid assessment and treatment, however this is not necessary if you prefer not to.  This will be discussed with you during your appointment to ensure you’re comfortable and informed at all times.

REVIEWS

See what our clients are saying about Groombridge Osteopathy
  • I felt utter relief when Ben confirmed he was able to remain open and treating patients throughout Covid and the numerous lockdowns. Having suffered with long-term chronic back pain, from a herniated disc, the pain and discomfort has only worsened during this period due to home-working, stress and poor desk set up. Ben has continued to alleviate the pain and helped me manage it throughout. I’ve felt very safe visiting Flow, the safeguards they have in place are excellent and I am thankful for all they are doing, under difficult circumstances.

    Emma
  • I have been visiting Ben for Osteopathy support for several months now, firstly in respect of long term back pain and tightness which has subsequently developed into focussed hamstring and glut tightness and soreness. Ben has continued to develop strategies to combine periodic appointments for treatment, with bespoke exercises and stretches to address the pain and build strength around adjoining muscles to help support joint workloads and alleviate pain. Ben has developed and sent to me personalised videos of exercises tailored to my individual circumstances and needs, so as to fully support the self-help element of my rehabilitation. He listens, wants to help me understand issues, and never over sells his services. His attention to detail is first rate and my back pain has gone, my flexibility is improving and my hamstring tightness is now responding to exercise and manipulation. My period of treatment from Ben has all been through Covid lockdown and he has completely embraced safety procedures through this challenging period and I have always felt completely safe through the challenging lockdown periods.

    David Hargrave