BodyEase, Twickenham
TW2 5UL. My own clinic, and the widest choice of appointment times. Book directly with me.
Twickenham · Registered Osteopath
Getting you back to moving without pain and feeling like yourself again.
Hands-on osteopathy in Twickenham for back, neck, and joint pain. We find the root cause and give you a clear plan forward.
- Enough time to find the cause, not just treat the symptom.
- Trained to know when to treat and when to refer.
- Most people seen within 3 to 5 days.
Consultations with Mihai Apostol, Registered Osteopath (GOsC No. 21866).
Where and when
Twickenham, Teddington, and Hampton Hill
Monday to Saturday, 09:00 to 19:00. Direct bookings at my primary Twickenham clinic (TW2 5UL), with additional clinic locations at The Lensbury and Body First UK.
The Lensbury, Teddington
I also practise at The Lensbury. Appointments there are booked through the club's own system. See what is available there.
Body First UK, Hampton Hill
I also practise at Body First UK in Hampton Hill. Appointments there are booked through that clinic directly.
For the Twickenham clinic, message me directly.
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Conditions I work with
Conditions & pain we treat
Covering back pain, joint stiffness, trapped nerves, and sports injuries. If you are unsure whether osteopathy is right for your symptoms, message me and I will advise you honestly.
- Back pain & sciatica
- Neck pain & stiffness
- Shoulder & rotator cuff pain
- Hip pain & joint stiffness
- Knee pain & tendon issues
- Dry needling & muscle knots
- Sports and training injuries
- Elbow, wrist and hand pain
- Tension headache
Hands-on treatments
Targeted techniques matched to your symptoms
No generic routines. Every treatment is tailored to what your assessment reveals, explained clearly, and calibrated to your comfort.
Soft tissue therapy
Sustained pressure, friction and myofascial release to reduce tension, improve tissue quality, and prepare an area for joint work.
Joint mobilisation
Graded, rhythmic movement to restore range and reduce stiffness. No sudden force, and calibrated to what you can tolerate.
Dry needling & medical acupuncture
Fine needles into myofascial trigger points to release muscle tension and reduce referred pain. Integrated into a session where the examination shows it will help.
Spinal manipulation & gentle joint adjustments
A short, controlled movement to restore joint mobility and relieve stiffness. Always preceded by full assessment, fully explained, and only used with your consent.
Nerve mobilisation (sciatica & nerve pain)
Gentle movements that mobilise nerves where they are sensitised or restricted, helping relieve sciatica, numbness, or tingling.
Exercise rehabilitation
Progressive loading to rebuild strength, control and endurance, matched to your stage and capacity rather than a generic sheet.
What to expect
Musculoskeletal healthcare focused on finding the root cause
Statutory regulation · Recognized allied health profession
Osteopathy is four to five years of degree-level clinical training in musculoskeletal assessment and hands-on treatment. “Osteopath” is a title protected by law: only practitioners registered with the General Osteopathic Council may use it, ensuring rigorous standards of safety and practice.
It sits inside the allied health professions alongside physiotherapy, occupational therapy and radiography, recognized by NHS England since 2017.
In practice, that means we do not guess. Your session starts with a thorough examination to understand exactly what is driving your pain. Hands-on manual therapy follows directly from the diagnosis, giving you effective treatment and clear answers.
Honest assessment
If osteopathy isn't the right tool, I'll tell you at the first visit
Some problems need a GP, a specialist consultant, imaging, or a different therapy. If the clinical assessment points that way, I will say so directly and tell you who to see, rather than sell you unneeded treatment. That is what the first hour is for: working out what is actually going on before anyone commits to a plan.
Pricing
Fees
All prices include assessment, treatment, and a clear plan. Initial assessment and treatment: £80, 60 minutes. Follow-up: £68, 30 to 45 minutes. Course of five sessions: £315.
Initial session
£80
Full 60 minutesComprehensive assessment to pinpoint the cause of your pain, followed by your first hands-on treatment all in session one. You leave with relief and a clear plan.
Assessment + Treatment includedFollow-up session
£68
30 to 45 minutesProgress reviewed and the approach adjusted at every session. No template treatments. Each follow-up builds on what the previous one showed.
5-session recovery package
£315
1 initial + 4 follow-ups · £63/sessionA full course at a lower per-session rate. Whether a course suits your case is agreed at the first session, not assumed.
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How a session works
From first message to moving well
Four steps, from first message to a working plan.
Get in touch
Message on WhatsApp or use the contact form. I usually reply within a few hours, the same day, with available times. Once a time is agreed, you complete the new patient form at home so the full hour goes on assessment, not paperwork.
Clinical assessment
Your first session begins with a focused case history and physical examination, including orthopaedic and neurological screening where relevant.
Hands-on treatment
Treatment follows directly from what the assessment shows: soft tissue work, joint mobilisation, neurodynamic mobilisation, and targeted movement advice, all tailored to you, not a standard protocol.
Clear plan, ongoing support
You leave knowing what is going on and what to do next. Follow-up sessions review progress and adjust the approach as you improve.
Common questions
Questions people ask before booking
Osteopathy is a regulated healthcare profession concerned with how the body moves: pain, stiffness, restricted movement, and recurring strains. Assessment comes first — case history, movement testing, and orthopaedic or neurological screening where relevant — then hands-on treatment matched to what the examination actually shows. Techniques include soft tissue work, joint mobilisation and articulation, neurodynamics, progressive loading, and dry needling where the examination points to it, alongside movement advice and pain education.
“Osteopath” is a title protected by law in the UK. Only practitioners registered with the General Osteopathic Council may use it. My registration number is 21866, and it can be checked on the public General Osteopathic Council register.
Yes. Osteopathy is one of the allied health professions recognised by NHS England - the same group as physiotherapy, occupational therapy and radiography - which it joined in 2017. It is regulated by statute under the Osteopaths Act 1993.
Osteopaths also work as first contact practitioners: trained to be the first clinician a patient sees, to assess a problem that hasn't been diagnosed yet, screen for anything needing urgent or different care, and decide what should happen next. That is what the first hour here is for. I spent two years in first-contact practice before moving to private clinic work.
The approaches osteopaths use — manual therapy combined with exercise and advice — have a substantial evidence base for musculoskeletal pain. NICE recommends manual therapy alongside exercise for persistent low back pain, and similar approaches are widely used for neck pain, shoulder problems, hip and knee osteoarthritis, cervicogenic headache, and tendinopathies.
The evidence is stronger for some presentations than others. I'll tell you where yours sits rather than overstate it. Research indicates these approaches work largely through neurological mechanisms — reducing pain sensitivity and restoring confident movement — rather than by correcting structure, which is why they can help even when imaging shows little change.
Manual therapy is the hands-on part of what I do — the techniques themselves. Osteopathy is the profession and the training behind choosing which technique to use, when to use it, and when not to treat at all. In practice you'll experience manual therapy; the osteopathic training is what decides the plan.
Your first session lasts 60 minutes. It begins with a focused case history covering your symptoms, daily activities, and medical background. A physical assessment follows, including movement tests and, where relevant, orthopaedic and neurological screening. Hands-on treatment is then tailored to what the assessment shows. You leave with a clear plan and any exercises or self-care suggestions.
Loose, comfortable clothing that allows easy movement is ideal. Shorts and a t-shirt or vest top work well. Depending on the area being assessed, you may be asked to remove some clothing for accurate examination. Privacy and comfort are always respected, and a towel or gown is available if preferred.
Hands-on treatment can be uncomfortable at times, particularly with sensitive or long-standing conditions, but it is always within a level you find acceptable. You are in control throughout: I explain what I am doing, check in as I go, and adjust the approach based on your feedback.
It depends on how long the problem has been there and how your body responds. At the end of your first session I'll give you an estimate for your case.
Please give 24 hours notice to cancel or reschedule and there is no charge. For cancellations with less than 24 hours notice the full session fee applies.
Get in touch
Ready to book, or have a question?
Start with a clear assessment and a practical plan for your next step. Message on WhatsApp, call, or email; I reply within a few hours on clinic days.