What is an Osteopath?
An osteopath is a highly trained healthcare professional who specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions — including pain or injury affecting muscles, spine, joints, nerves, and related tissues.
Osteopaths are recognised Allied Health Professionals by the NHS, and are regulated by the General Osteopathic Council. They complete a minimum of four to five years at university, including over 1,000 hours of clinical training, to qualify and register.
Using skilled, hands-on therapy and rehabilitation, osteopaths aim to relieve pain, improve mobility, and support the body’s natural ability to recover — in a way that’s effective, gentle, and tailored to your needs.
What Osteopaths Treat
Looking for an osteopath in Birmingham? We help sports people and the general public. We can help you recover from muscle, spine, joint, nerve, tendon and ligament problems!
LOW BACK PAIN
Low back pain effects up to 80% of us at some point in our lifetime. Common conditions effecting the low back include muscle strains, sciatica and facet joint dysfunction.
NECK PAIN
Neck pain is a common complaint that often effects people who sit for long hours at work, and people who are prone to experiencing stress, tension and anxiety.
SHOULDER PAIN
Shoulder complaints are the third most common complaint we see. Complaints include frozen shoulder, rotator cuff tendinopathy and impingement syndromes.
KNEE PAIN
Every person who participates in sports and exercise has experienced some form of knee pain. Many knee complaints such as runners knee can be easily treated if caught early.
HIP & PELVIS PAIN
Hip and pelvis pain is common among expecting mums, the elderly, people who sit for long hours at work, and people who participate in sports and exercise such as weightlifting.
ANKLE & FOOT PAIN
Ankle and foot pain is common among runners and people who spend a long time on their feet at work. Common complaints include muscle strains and ligament sprains.
What to Expect
If it’s your first time visiting an osteopath in Birmingham, here’s what you can expect. At Healthy Bodies Clinic, we aim to make your visit as clear and comfortable as possible. From the moment you arrive, we’ll guide you through each step — from your consultation and assessment to treatment and aftercare — so you know exactly what to expect and feel confident throughout your visit.
Osteopathy Pricing
Osteopathy Treatment in Birmingham at affordable prices
Our Osteopath
Mark Hutton is a registered osteopath in Birmingham, with more than 10 years clinical experience in osteopathy, sports therapy, and medical acupuncture. Mark works from his private clinic in Castle Bromwich. He completed a Master’s degree at the University College of Osteopathy in London and is registered with the General Osteopathic Council and Institute of Osteopathy. Mark takes a problem-solving approach. He offers clear diagnosis, hands-on treatment, and tailored rehabilitation to help people move better and stay pain-free.
Osteopathy FAQ’s
The osteopathic approach to health is holistic and often different from what people are used to — which naturally leads to questions. Below, we’ve answered some of the most common questions we receive about osteopathy, osteopaths, and how treatment works. We hope you find it helpful. If there’s anything else you’d like to know, feel free to contact us.
Health Insurance
At Healthy Bodies Clinic in Birmingham, both our osteopath and sports massage therapist are fully registered, insured, and recognised by major health insurance providers. We work with a range of insurers and cash-back schemes, and we’re happy to provide a detailed invoice for you to submit to your provider.
