Business Details
14 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Alternative Medicine and Therapy Services in Derby
At About Backs & Bones, we operate as a collaborative team dedicated to delivering the most effective treatments tailored to individual needs. Our approach prioritises patient welfare over professional egos, ensuring seamless referrals between specialists for faster recovery. With collective expertise spanning nursing, midwifery, McTimoney technique, occupational health, and biomechanics, our practitioners maintain standards exceeding regulatory requirements. We treat patients across all life stages, from infants to older adults, combining structural osteopathy, cranial techniques, acupuncture, and rehabilitative exercises.Our team includes chiropractic-qualified osteopaths, sports massage therapists utilising electrotherapy, and counsellors providing mental health support. We integrate manual handling expertise with prenatal/postnatal care specialisation, offering workplace health consultations and teaching contributions to osteopathic education. This multidisciplinary framework enables comprehensive management of acute/chronic pain, sports injuries, and musculoskeletal conditions through evidence-based, patient-centred care.
Services
Osteopathy
Physiotherapy
Sports Massage
Acupuncture
Counselling
Kinesiology
Electrotherapy
Nutritional Therapy
Chiropody
Complementary Therapies
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer multidisciplinary care with cross-referral between specialists
- Our practitioners combine osteopathy with acupuncture and electrotherapy
- We treat patients from infancy through to older adulthood
- Team includes former NHS professionals with teaching experience
- We provide workplace health assessments and rehabilitative exercise programmes
Associations and certifications
- General Osteopathic Council
- Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
What people say
Amazing massage
Virtually pain free
Highly recommend
Expert help
Improved mobility
Services
Osteopathy
Our osteopaths diagnose and treat musculoskeletal disorders using manual techniques. We address back pain, neck pain, and joint issues through structural manipulation and cranial osteopathy. Patients receive personalised treatment plans combining soft tissue work, mobilisations, and rehabilitative exercises to improve mobility and reduce pain.
Sports Massage
Specialist sports massage treats muscle tension, sports injuries, and postural problems. Our therapists use deep tissue techniques, electrotherapy, and stretching to enhance recovery. Treatments address specific concerns like shoulder stiffness, running injuries, and office-related muscle strain while promoting general wellbeing through regular maintenance sessions.
Physiotherapy
Registered physiotherapists provide evidence-based treatment for musculoskeletal conditions. We combine manual therapy with tailored exercise programmes to manage back pain, joint issues, and post-surgical rehabilitation. Our approach focuses on restoring function, preventing recurrence, and empowering patients through education and self-management strategies.
Acupuncture
We offer both traditional Chinese acupuncture and modern dry needling techniques. Treatments target chronic pain conditions, migraines, and musculoskeletal discomfort by stimulating specific points to release muscle tension and promote healing. Sessions integrate with other therapies for comprehensive pain management solutions.
Counselling
BACP-accredited counsellors provide confidential support for anxiety, depression, and life challenges. Using integrative approaches including CBT and EMDR, we help clients develop coping strategies and achieve personal growth. Sessions create safe spaces for emotional exploration and positive behavioural change.
People
Paula
Osteopath
Former nurse and midwife with 20+ years osteopathic experience. Specialises in prenatal care, cranial osteopathy, and acupuncture. Teaches at London School of Osteopathy and provides workplace health training.
Andy
Osteopath
Former oil industry professional turned osteopath. Uses cranial techniques and electrotherapy for musculoskeletal conditions. Holds BSc in Osteopathic Medicine and member of British Osteopathic Association.
Kasia
Physiotherapist
HCPC-registered physiotherapist with 9 years experience treating sports injuries and musculoskeletal disorders. Specialises in pre/post-operative rehabilitation and combines manual therapy with targeted exercise programmes for optimal recovery.
Nao
Sports Massage Therapist
Level 4 sports massage therapist with expertise in treating athletes and office workers. Uses soft tissue therapy and electrotherapy for posture-related pain. Combines treatments with rehabilitative exercise prescription.
Paul
Counsellor
BACP member with Level 4 therapeutic counselling qualification. Integrates person-centred approach with CBT techniques. Specialises in bereavement support and offers creative therapeutic interventions for personal development.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat musculoskeletal conditions including back/neck pain, sports injuries, arthritis, and posture-related issues. Our therapists also address pregnancy-related discomfort, stress-induced muscle tension, and provide rehabilitation for post-surgical patients.
Are your practitioners qualified?
All practitioners hold relevant professional registrations. Osteopaths are GOSC-registered, physiotherapists HCPC-registered, and counsellors BACP-accredited. Continuing professional development ensures up-to-date treatment methodologies across all disciplines.
Do you offer treatments for children?
Yes, our team treats patients from infancy through adulthood. Specialised approaches address developmental issues, sports injuries in young athletes, and postural problems associated with school activities, ensuring safe and appropriate care.
What happens during initial consultations?
First appointments involve comprehensive case history taking, physical assessment, and treatment planning. Osteopathic/physiotherapy assessments include movement analysis, while counselling sessions establish therapeutic goals. Treatment may commence during the initial visit where appropriate.
Can I claim through private health insurance?
Most private medical insurers cover osteopathy, physiotherapy, and acupuncture when provided by our qualified practitioners. We recommend checking individual policy details with your insurer before commencing treatment for coverage confirmation.
