My yearning to be a doctor/surgeon was changed after a chance visit to The British School of Osteopathy in the early 70s. I graduated from the BSO in 1976 and went on to practice in central London, Kent, Buckinghamshire and Cambridge over the next 10 years . I returned to BSO as a Clinical tutor from 1977-1982.
I have been working at The Complementary Health Centre in Lee as an Osteopath for 35 years and have also taught Pilates/ Remedial exercise classes in our studio for 26 years. My passion for exercise and prevention of injury has helped patients and non-patients to improve their Posture,strength and flexibility and likelihood of symptoms recurring. An interest in Dance led to me working at The Urdang Ballet School (1986-1988) and at Laban School of Dance (2011-2013) where I was assessing young dancers and where I developed a love of analysis of foot mechanics and how crucial this is to general posture.
I began working within the NHS 6 years ago with The Lewisham Hospital Voice Clinic as part of a small team of ENT Surgeons and Speech therapists . Osteopathic treatment of the neck and larynx can help with vocal dysfunction or following surgery on the larynx. Singers, actors, teachers, anyone with speech or swallowing problems can benefit from laryngeal osteopathy.
Patients come for treatment with a wide variety of Musculo/Skeletal complaints. Acute and chronic joint injuries, degenerative and more acute disc problems and Post Surgery Rehabilitation ie joint Replacement . Being able to assess, diagnose and treat people holistically has and continues to be immensely rewarding .Prevention of further injury via gentle Pilates and postural awareness is also a major part of my treatment.
As I have lived in Blackheath for 35 years I have established good links in the community and with GPs and local consultants. My interests are walking and gardening.
Testimonial:
“I’ve been seeing Nikki for help with various different injuries for 20 years now and she’s helped me hugely. I originally saw Nikki for a long-term back problem which she helped solve permanently and that was life-changing for me. Nikki is highly skilled, professional and sympathetic – I can’t recommend her highly enough.” Duncan – long term patient
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At the Complementary Health Centre here in Lee we have multiple experienced osteopaths. As well as treating all the conditions below, they all have their own interests and specialisms.
Osteopathy is a unique system of diagnosis and treatment that focuses on the structural integrity of the whole body.
When the body is correctly aligned, the systems within work more efficiently with the minimum of wear, stress and use of energy, which may reduce pain and disability, and help to bring about a sense of wellbeing.
In addition to the treatment we aim to help each patient understand his/her problem, appreciate why it has occurred and provide him/her with strategies to speed recovery and help prevent further episodes occurring. These might include exercises, advice on posture, correct breathing, relaxation, positioning at work stations or dietary changes.
Osteopathy is widely recognised for its success in treating patients with low back pain,
but may also be effective for patients with a variety of other symptoms/conditions such as:
Cranial Osteopathy is a refined and subtle type of osteopathic treatment to encourage the release of tension in the body. This is accomplished by the application of gentle pressure to the head and body and it is suitable for people of all ages, including babies and children. This approach can also be used when treating joint and back pain resulting from postural changes and softening ligaments associated with pregnancy.
Cranial Osteopathy is a safe and gentle treatment suitable for children and babies. Such gentle manipulation could help soothe and relax babies and is often recommended after birth.
If you would like to know whether osteopathy is a suitable treatment for you contact one of our osteopaths.