Dorchester Osteopaths

At Charles Street Clinic, we are dedicated to providing a patient-centred approach that prioritises your well-being above all else. Our family-friendly clinic is situated in Dorchester and welcomes people of all ages, from babies and senior citizens to office workers and sports players. We offer a range of treatments and therapies, designed to alleviate pain, promote healing and enhance your overall health.

Our experienced osteopaths specialise in the treatment of back, neck and joint pain, using a variety of osteopathic techniques to help reduce inflammation, improve mobility and increase blood supply to affected areas. We understand the importance of treating the whole person, not just the symptoms, and will work with you to develop a personalised treatment plan that takes into account your lifestyle, medical history and individual needs.

Osteopathy for the Whole Family

Osteopathy is a safe and effective treatment for people of all ages, including children and pregnant women. At Charles Street Clinic, we offer a range of osteopathic treatments that are suitable for the whole family, from newborn babies to senior citizens. Our osteopaths are trained to identify and treat structural conditions, such as lower and upper back pain, neck pain, headaches, sciatica, sports injuries and postural problems.

During your first appointment, we will take a full case history to understand the nature of your condition and its history. We will then conduct both an active standing examination and a passive examination lying down to obtain a working diagnosis of your problem. This will form the basis of a personalised treatment plan, which may include a combination of direct joint manipulation, muscle and ligament work, and gentle cranial osteopathy techniques.

Cranial Osteopathy

Cranial osteopathy is a refined and subtle form of osteopathy that uses gentle manipulative pressure to release tensions and correct mechanical disturbances in the body. This technique is particularly effective for treating babies and children, as it encourages the release of tensions throughout the head and body.

Osteopathy and Pregnancy

Pregnancy can cause significant postural, hormonal and emotional changes in the body, which can lead to a range of symptoms, such as back pain, pelvic pain and sciatica. Osteopathy can help alleviate these symptoms by improving mobility, reducing tension and promoting relaxation. Our osteopaths are experienced in treating pregnant women and will work with you to develop a treatment plan that is safe and effective for both you and your baby.

Osteopathy and Sport

Osteopathy is increasingly being used as a performance aid and for rehabilitation following sports injuries. Our osteopaths can help relieve muscle strain, tendonitis, knee complaints, shoulder problems and many more, by improving mobility, reducing inflammation and promoting healing. We can also provide advice on exercises, posture and diet to help prevent injury and improve performance.

Osteopathy and Arthritis

Osteoarthritic pain, stiffness and restricted mobility can often be significantly improved with osteopathy. Treatments are targeted at reducing inflammation and applying gentle, manual osteopathic techniques to joints, muscles and ligaments. This can help improve mobility, reduce pain and improve overall quality of life.

A Holistic Health Care Centre

At Charles Street Clinic, we offer a range of therapies under one roof, including counselling, homeopathy and sports massage. Our counselling service provides a safe and confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, identify coping strategies and gain more control of your life. Our homeopathy service uses Asyra Pro bio-energetic health screening to identify contributing factors to your ill health, and our sports massage therapy treats a wide range of musculo-skeletal problems.