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Mappin House, 4 Winsley St, London W1W 8HF
Mappin House, 4 Winsley St, London W1W 8HF
If your back has been aching, stiff or sore, a registered osteopath at MHV Clinic can assess it and talk you through what may help. We are at Mappin House, 4 Winsley Street, W1W 8HF, a short walk from Oxford Circus.
You do not need a referral. Book online or call 020 3305 6186.
Most people come to us with back pain that has built up over time, rather than after a fall or accident. Common examples are:
If pain travels down your leg, your osteopath will check for signs that a nerve is involved. Our guide to seeing an osteopath for sciatica explains more.
Your first appointment includes a consultation, an assessment and treatment where it is appropriate. Your osteopath will ask about your back pain and your medical history, look at how you move, and explain what is needed before the assessment begins.
Wear something comfortable that lets you move. If your osteopath thinks you need a different kind of care, they will tell you and can coordinate a referral.
Osteopaths use hands-on techniques such as soft tissue work, joint mobilisation and spinal adjustments, along with advice on movement and exercise.
NICE, which sets health guidance in England, recommends manual therapy for low back pain as part of a treatment package that includes exercise. So expect your plan to include exercises to do at home as well as treatment in the clinic.
Everyone responds differently and we cannot promise how quickly your back will improve. Some people feel mild soreness for a day or two after treatment. More detail is on our lower back pain page.
You will be seen by one of our osteopaths, who include:
You can read about each of them on our team page.
Call 999 or go to A&E straight away if you have back pain along with any of these:
See your GP first if your back pain followed a fall or accident, if you also have a fever or unexplained weight loss, if you have had cancer, or if the pain is severe at night.
MHV Clinic is at Mappin House, 4 Winsley Street, London W1W 8HF. Winsley Street sits just east of Oxford Circus on the north side of Oxford Street.
Oxford Circus is the nearest Tube station, and Tottenham Court Road is around a ten minute walk along Oxford Street. See the areas we cover for walking routes from nearby neighbourhoods.
Do I need a referral?
No. You can book an osteopath directly.
Will I be treated on my first visit?
Usually yes. Your first appointment includes a consultation, an assessment and treatment where it is appropriate.
Is osteopathy painful?
Treatments are generally comfortable, though mild soreness can occur in the days after more intensive hands-on techniques.
How many sessions will I need?
This varies from person to person. Your osteopath will talk it through with you after your assessment.
How much does it cost?
Current prices are on our fees page.
Health Insurance Coverage
Most major health insurance providers cover our services. Payments are made at the time of treatment, and we provide invoices for reimbursement. Please check with your insurer for details.
