What happens at my first appointment?

Sarah will ask about your symptoms, medical history, previous treatments, illnesses, accidents, surgery and medication. You may find it helpful to bring any relevant reports, such as X-rays or scans.

Can I ask Sarah a question before I book?

Yes. You can contact Sarah by phone, email or the contact form if you have questions, or if you prefer to book over the phone.

What should I do before bringing a baby or child?

A questionnaire is sent after booking to help Sarah focus on your child during the visit. For babies, the practice suggests bringing a favourite book or toy and dressing them in easily removable clothes.

Will osteopathic treatment hurt?

The practice says osteopathic treatment is typically gentle and should not cause pain. If you feel discomfort, you should let Sarah know.

The Hereford Osteopathic Centre

2 locations

Physiotherapist1 clinician

Next available appointment: Wed 16 Sep, 10:00am

About The Hereford Osteopathic Centre

Existing adult follow-up treatment with Sarah is for patients who have already started osteopathic care and need progress reviewed, a treatment plan adjusted and further hands-on treatment. New adult patients are seen through an initial consultation and treatment, where Sarah takes a case history, asks about symptoms and medical history, and discusses treatment options unless further tests are needed.

The Hereford Osteopathic Centre provides osteopathy for adults, newborn babies and children. Sarah uses touch, physical manipulation, stretching and massage, and may give advice on posture and exercise. The care is tailored to individual needs and focuses on movement, pain and physical function.

Clinical areas named by the practice include musculoskeletal pain and injuries, back and neck pain, sports injuries, hip, knee and shoulder pain, sciatica, tendonitis and bursitis, frozen shoulder, post-surgery rehabilitation, repetitive strain injuries, postural problems and scoliosis. It also lists arthritis pain, fibromyalgia, pelvic pain, menstrual pain, TMJ jaw dysfunction, pregnancy-related pain, childhood and adolescent conditions, weight-related issues, stress and anxiety-related tension, sleep disorders, balance and coordination issues, digestive issues including IBS, reflux and heartburn, and cellulite and lymphatic issues.

For babies and children, Sarah specialises in gentle cranial osteopathy. The baby and child appointments are used for issues named by the practice including colic, sleep problems, feeding difficulties and birth-related tension. Treatment may include cranial osteopathy, soft limb movements and light massage, with parents informed about findings and consent taken before treatment.

Sarah has over 30 years of experience treating patients from newborns to older adults and has lectured in Osteopathy at UK universities. Her background includes work with a medical team in Kibera, Nairobi, Kenya, following post-election violence. She practises in Frome, Somerset and Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire.