Michael Francis

Registered Osteopath and Naturopath

Insurance clients welcome including BUPA, AXAppp, Norwich Union, HSA

Michael worked as a classical dancer before training as an osteopath and naturopath at the British College of Osteopathy and Naturopathy (BCNO). He graduated in 1991 and worked in Glasgow for 4 years before returning to London.

Michael uses a wide range of techniques appropriate to his patients needs and to the conditions they present. He will often recommend specific remedial exercises and hydrotherapy (the use of hot and cold water). As he is a naturopath he may also give advice on diet.

Michael Francis, DO ND MRN (also Naturopath) also practices in Clapham, South London.

Therapy Information

Osteopathy is a system of manual medicine that diagnoses, treats and helps to prevent problems arising from and within the musculo-skeletal system (muscles, bones, joints, organs, connective tissue)

Osteopathy requires a detailed knowledge of anatomy, physiology and methods of clinical investigation on the part of the practitioner.

Osteopaths:

• Diagnose and treat complaints occurring due to injury, stress, disease and accidents.
• Aim to enable the musculoskeletal system to work as efficiently as possible by disencumbering it from unnecessary stressors.
• Harness the body’s innate healing processes in the search for health and normal function.
• Believe a caring approach and attention to individual needs is paramount.
• Refer patients on to a registered medical practitioner when appropriate.

Treatment:

• Is always appropriate to the patient’s age and condition.
• Is available to all age groups.
• Is based on an osteopathic diagnosis.
• Is always carried out with the consent of the patient.
• Different techniques, eg cranial, soft tissue, structural manipulation are applied as necessary.

T raining:

• Is a rigorous and demanding course lasting at least 4 years.
• Osteopaths at The Happiness Centre undertake a programme of continuous professional development.

And for peace of mind:

• Osteopathy is a safe and natural approach to health care
• Patients of any age can be treated effectively for a variety of health problems
• Every year over 6,000,000 patients in Great Britain consult an osteopath
• Every osteopath is registered with the General Osteopathic Council
• Every osteopath is properly insured

Additional Information

What can I expect in my first Osteopathic consultation? 

• Full medical and accident history taken.
• A physical examination given.
• You will be asked to remove some outer clothing and a simple series of movement tests performed.
• Points of weakness, strain or specific injury will be identified.
• The musculo-skeletal assessment will be considered alongside lifestyle factors.
• A treatment plan will be determined and initiated.

Call 020 8749 3792 to book your session with one of our London Osteopaths:

London Osteopath - Micheal Francis
London Osteopath - Aisha Afzal
London Osteopath - Blossom Heath-Lambert who also practices Cranio Osteopathy

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