Business Details
36 Years
experience
Expert Osteopathic Care in Newbury
Shaw Osteopathic & Sports Injuries Clinic has been dedicated to providing exceptional osteopathic care in Newbury since its establishment in 1990. Our clinic, located in Shaw since 1994, offers a welcoming environment with three treatment rooms, a waiting area, and convenient off-street parking. We specialise in addressing musculoskeletal and sports injury issues through a holistic, hands-on approach rooted in osteopathic principles. As registered osteopaths, we are fully regulated healthcare professionals, recognised by the NHS and governed by the General Osteopathic Council. Our team combines decades of clinical experience with a commitment to continuing education, ensuring patients receive evidence-based, personalised treatment plans.We pride ourselves on offering accessible care without requiring referrals, enabling timely interventions for acute and chronic conditions. Our practice integrates structural and cranial osteopathy techniques, adapting treatments to suit individual needs across all age groups. Through affiliations with the Institute of Osteopathy and the Rollin Becker Institute, we maintain alignment with evolving best practices. Our dedication to patient education and preventive care empowers individuals to manage their health effectively. With flexible appointment availability and a focus on patient comfort, we aim to be your trusted partner in achieving optimal musculoskeletal health.
Services
Osteopathic treatment
Sports injury therapy
Cranial osteopathy
Postural analysis
Joint mobilisation
Pain management
Muscle relaxation
Nervous system assessment
Preventive healthcare
Patient education
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of dedicated osteopathic experience in Newbury.
- Our clinic provides direct access care without requiring GP referrals.
- Registered practitioners maintain NHS-recognised qualifications and standards.
- Comprehensive treatment options include structural and cranial osteopathy techniques.
- Specialist focus on adapting treatments for pregnancy, elderly patients, and sports injuries.
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Osteopathy
- General Osteopathic Council
Services
Osteopathic treatment
Our osteopathic treatments address musculoskeletal conditions through hands-on techniques. We assess posture, joint mobility, and muscular tension to create tailored interventions using soft tissue manipulation, joint mobilisation, and cranial osteopathy. This holistic approach aims to restore structural balance and enhance natural healing processes for patients experiencing back pain, neck pain, or sports-related injuries.
Sports injury therapy
Specialised care for sports-related musculoskeletal issues focuses on injury rehabilitation and performance optimisation. Treatment protocols combine structural assessment, soft tissue techniques, and exercise prescription to address acute strains and chronic overuse conditions. We work with athletes to accelerate recovery while addressing underlying biomechanical factors contributing to sports injuries.
Cranial osteopathy
This subtle treatment approach utilises rhythmic mobilisation techniques to address cranial and spinal imbalances. Particularly beneficial for headaches, postural issues, and stress-related conditions, our practitioners employ gentle pressures to influence cerebrospinal fluid dynamics. This method proves effective for patients preferring non-forceful interventions, including those during pregnancy or later in life.
People
David Hamm
Osteopath
David Hamm qualified at the University College of Osteopathy in 1990 and holds a postgraduate diploma in cranial osteopathy. With over 30 years of practice experience, he has contributed to osteopathic research and previously tutored at the British School of Osteopathy.
Nicholas Honeyman
Osteopath
Nicholas Honeyman graduated from the University College of Osteopathy in 1993 after a career-changing encounter with osteopathy during international travel. He brings extensive sports injury expertise to the clinic, having worked in diverse clinical settings across the UK.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat mechanical back and neck pain, headaches, joint pain, sports injuries, muscle spasms, and arthritic conditions using osteopathic techniques.
Do I need a referral?
No referral is required to book an osteopathy appointment. Patients can contact us directly for assessment and treatment.
What happens during the initial consultation?
Your first appointment involves medical history review, physical examination, and discussion of treatment options tailored to your specific condition.
Are appointments available outside regular hours?
We operate Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 6:30pm. Extended hours and Saturday appointments may be available upon request.
How qualified are your practitioners?
All practitioners are registered with the General Osteopathic Council, holding degrees from accredited institutions and maintaining continuous professional development.
