Catrin Mear Osteopath

Catrin Mear Osteopath is for adults and children seeking osteopathy, cranial osteopathy or chronic pain coaching in Cobham. Bookable care includes Adult Osteopathy Initial Assessment and Treatment, Adult Osteopathy Follow Up, Child Osteopathy Initial Assessment and Treatment, Child Osteopathy Follow Up Treatment, Chronic Pain Coaching Initial, Chronic Pain Coaching Follow Up and a Chronic Pain Coaching Bundle.

The osteopathy service uses manual therapy, including massage, stretching and movement of muscles and joints. Catrin Mear practises cranial osteopathy, described as a gentler osteopathic approach that includes the anatomy and physiology of the head and uses touch to assess changes in tension and tissue quality across the body.

Clinical areas listed for osteopathy include general, acute and chronic back pain, lumbago, sciatica, neck pain associated with posture, frozen shoulder, shoulder and elbow pain, tennis elbow arising from back and neck problems, headache arising from neck problems, migraine prevention, joint pains, osteoarthritis pain alongside coaching and exercise programmes, minor sports injuries and tensions, arthritic and rheumatic pain, circulatory problems, cramp, muscle spasms, fibromyalgia, generalised aches and pains, neuralgia and inability to relax. The practice also works with general aches and pains in the joints or back during pregnancy and after delivery.

Children are treated from newborns through to late teens. Children up to 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult who can legally give permission for treatment. Cranial osteopathy is offered for infants, toddlers and children, with the practice asking parents to discuss the child’s issue before treatment.

At a first osteopathy visit, the appointment includes a case history of the problem and medical history, followed by examination. Partial undressing may be suggested to examine an area in more detail, but it is optional. Treatment may be offered at the same visit if appropriate, and patients may bring a friend or relative as a chaperone.

Chronic pain coaching is offered online and in person. The coaching pathway includes a suitability and safety check, a questionnaire about the history of the complaint and personal details, learning materials about chronic pain, coaching sessions focused on understanding pain and mind-body tools, and email reminders after sessions. The practice also screens for other health conditions and, with consent, can refer to other health professionals or contact the patient’s GP if further investigations are needed.