Chimera Osteopathy

Naiya Patel provides osteopathic care for musculoskeletal pain and injury at Chimera Osteopathy. She uses hands-on osteopathic treatment, patient education and lifestyle advice.

The clinic treats back pain, neck pain, sports injuries, pregnancy-related discomfort and joint pain. It also supports shoulder, knee, ankle and foot pain.

Back pain care may cover lower back stiffness, upper or mid-back discomfort, muscle spasm and sciatica-type symptoms. Shoulder presentations include rotator cuff strain, shoulder impingement, frozen shoulder, tendon irritation, bursitis and gym-related strain.

Knee care may include runner's knee, jumper's knee, IT band syndrome, ligament strain and meniscus irritation. Ankle and foot care may include sprains, Achilles tendon pain, plantar fasciitis, heel pain, arch strain and running-related foot pain.

Treatment uses manipulation, stretching and soft tissue techniques. Chimera Osteopathy also offers kinesiology taping and dry needling.

Naiya graduated from the British College of Osteopathic Medicine. The osteopath's stated focus is musculoskeletal issues and activity-related injury. The clinic is in Grangetown, Cardiff, with early morning, evening and weekend appointments stated.