the howard clinics osteopath in central london
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Andrew Howard, registered London Osteopath, practices Osteopathy at the following central London clinics:
Old Street
Central London Osteopathy and Sports Injury Clinics
325-327 Old Street
Hoxton
London
EC1V 9LE

0207 739 5666

King's Cross
Central London Osteopathy and Sports Injury Clinics
245 Pentonville road
King's Cross
London
N1 9NG

0207 833 5530

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Clues for the mechanical signals needed for tissue elongation can be derived from the viscoelastic properties of the musculoskeletal tissues. For effective stretching the manual therapy techniques should contain the following elements of adequate tensional forces, adequate duration and repetition.

Tensional forces should be within the late elastic region to early plastic region of tissues.

Duration should be performed slowly and maintained to allow for viscoelastic changes to take place.

Repetitive stretching is more likely to activate the long-term adaptive elongation process.

It is important to note that in many cases even when individuals stretch for a few weeks once they stop the muscle returns to its original functional length within two to three weeks.

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As a dedicated registered osteopath and soft tissue specialist in central London, Andrew Howard offers the following treatments:
  • Structural osteopathy
  • Dry needling trigger point acupuncture
  • Sports injury and deep tissue massage
Andrew Howard founded The Howard Clinics in 2007 to provide osteopathic and sports injury treatments in central London.

Each year over seven million patient consultations are made by the 4000 practicing UK Osteopaths.

The Osteopaths aim is to help the body restore itself to normal function. Osteopaths diagnose and treat faults which occur because of injury, stress or perhaps disease, to help enable the musculoskeletal system to work as efficiently as possible.

Osteopathy is all about restoring movement and function.

With osteopathic treatment it is possible to optimize the entire body structure function encouraging freedom from pain and a feeling of being centered within the body.

central london osteopath Andrew's treatments combine sound practical knowledge and discipline with an intuitive sense for what is needed. central london osteopath

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Osteopathy is recognized by the British Medical Association as a successful treatment and gained Primary Healthcare Status in 1993. The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence to the NHS recommend and widely use osteopathy for the successful treatment of low back pain.

Osteopathy coordinates all systems of the body connected to and controlled by the structure of the spine, giving relief to all areas of the body including head, neck, shoulder, back, ribcage, arm, leg and pelvis. Treatment is can involve - gentle neuromuscular massage, joint mobilization and corrective manipulation. Aligning the body towards a position of optimal health they can produce positive and long lasting effects, from pain and unease.

Osteopaths undergo thorough training and are required to continue developing their knowledge base throughout their career. They have in depth understanding of anatomy, physiology and biomechanics. Using their hands they investigate, diagnose and treat injuries to nerves, muscles, ligaments, tendons, joints, discs, bone, cartilage and connective tissue (fascia). The osteopath can give advise on preventative exercises and posture better enabling you to get on with everyday living.

It is not just about cracking backs!

Modern day living is a minefield of dangers to dysfunction which manifest themselves in a variety of aches and pains. Common ailments for which people have sought treatment and advice include:

  • Back ache
  • Stiffness
  • Tension
  • Sports injuries
  • Fluid accumulation
  • Repetitive strain injuries
  • Neck and shoulder ache
  • Tennis elbow
  • Poor posture and core stability

In addition, we provide recommendations for other professionals across London with whom we have worked.

Your feedback is valued so please do write to us at info@thehowardclinics.com

To make a booking please call:

0207 739 5666 for Old Street
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0207 833 5530 for King's Cross
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london osteopath I have been a regular client of Andrew's for the past two years, receiving both deep tissue sports massage and osteopathic treatment. Andrew is a highly skilled practitioner, who has a broad range of therapeutic techniques at his disposal. In all our treatment sessions, he has been able to identify and treat specific problem areas, offering an individualised and highly effective treatment. osteopath for london

Paul Russell
West End performer - Stomp

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2010 Virgin London Marathon
Andrew supported Children with Leukaemia at the 2010 Virgin London Marathon, providing post-event treatment to runners.

Congratulations to everyone who ran on behalf of this amazing charity!

www.leukaemia.org


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