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Effective and professional Osteopathic treatment for people of all ages with a variety of musculoske

Areas we treat
- Back and neck pain
- Muscular and joint stiffness
- Arthritic and rheumatic pain
- Whiplash and headaches arising from the neck
- Shoulder, arm and hand pain
- Leg pain, cramping and circulatory problems
- Pregnancy and postnatal pain
- Acute and chronic sport injuries

23/08/2026

Essential Osteopathy has now moved to Berkeley Street!

After a very busy few days, the new treatment room at 48 Berkeley Street, Glasgow G3 7DS is ready and I’ll be seeing my first patients there tomorrow, Monday 24 August.

It’s a lovely bright and welcoming room and I’m really pleased with how it’s all come together. I’m looking forward to welcoming everyone to Berkeley Street.

If you have an appointment coming up, you’ll find all the location and arrival information in your booking reminders and on the Essential Osteopathy website:

https://essentialosteopathy.co.uk/location/

Appointments can be booked online here:

https://essentialosteopathy.janeapp.co.uk/

Essential Osteopathy
48 Berkeley Street
Glasgow G3 7DS

13/08/2026

A little reminder that Essential Osteopathy is moving very soon!

My final day treating at 4 Lynedoch Place will be Thursday 20 August. From Monday 24 August, I’ll be welcoming patients to my new first-floor clinic at 48 Berkeley Street (G3 7DS), less than a 10-minute walk from my current clinic.

Between now and Friday 21 August, you’ll see two options when you scroll down my online diary. Choose “Appointments until Friday 21 August” for Lynedoch Place or “Appointments from Monday 24 August” for 48 Berkeley Street. I’ve included a screenshot so you can see exactly what to look for.

After Friday 21 August, I’ll switch the diary back to one booking option for 48 Berkeley Street, ready for my first day there on Monday 24 August.

You can book directly here:
https://essentialosteopathy.janeapp.co.uk/

If you have any difficulty booking or aren’t sure which option to choose, please get in touch. I’m looking forward to getting everything moved over and welcoming you to the new clinic very soon!

14/07/2026

Essential Osteopathy is moving!

From Monday 24 August, I’ll be treating from my new clinic:

First floor
48 Berkeley Street
Glasgow
G3 7DS

As many of you will know, I’ve been based at 4 Lynedoch Place since November 2024. With the building now changing ownership, I have to relocate and I’m pleased to have found a fabulous first-floor treatment room that’s less than a 10-minute walk away.

I’ll continue providing the same appointment lengths and hands-on Osteopathy that you’re used to in a calm and welcoming environment.

If you already have a treatment booked on or after 24 August your appointment confirmation and reminder emails will include the new address together with access information.

My online diary will operate as normal throughout the move so you can continue to book, amend or cancel treatments as usual:

https://essentialosteopathy.janeapp.co.uk/

Thank you so much for your continued support and understanding. I look forward to welcoming you to Berkeley Street soon.

19/06/2026

What is Cranial Osteopathy for babies?

One of the questions I am asked most often is what Cranial Osteopathy actually involves.

Many parents imagine something quite dramatic or worry that treatment involves force or manipulation. In reality, Cranial Osteopathy is a subtle and gentle form of Osteopathic treatment that uses light hands-on assessment and treatment and is often described as deeply calming.

Cranial Osteopathy aims to support the body's natural ability to adapt and regulate. With babies, treatment is carefully adapted to their age, stage of development and individual needs. The focus is not on forcing change but on supporting comfort, movement and relaxation during a period of rapid growth and development.

Parents commonly bring babies to see me because they seem unusually tense, uncomfortable or unsettled. Others may have feeding difficulties, a preference for turning their head to one side, head shape concerns, difficulty getting comfortable, challenges with tummy time or simply seem less settled than their parents would expect. Some parents book because they would like an assessment following birth and want support during the early months as their baby adapts to life outside the womb.

Every baby is different and treatment is always tailored to the individual baby in front of me. Cranial Osteopathy may be used to support comfort, relaxation, movement and adaptation during the early months when babies are undergoing rapid physical and neurological change.

One of the things I enjoy most about treating babies is that appointments are calm and unhurried. There is plenty of time for feeding, cuddles, nappy changes and questions along the way and treatment is always adapted around the baby rather than expecting the baby to adapt to the appointment.

To book your baby for a treatment please go directly to my online diary:

https://essentialosteopathy.janeapp.co.uk

15/06/2026

Last weekend I attended a one day Strength & Conditioning for Rehabilitation course with Dr Claire Minshull in Glasgow.

One of the themes that stood out was the importance of strength itself. We often think about flexibility, posture or movement when it comes to pain and injury but strength plays a major role in joint stability, function and resilience.

The course focused on how clinicians can assess and progressively build strength in a way that is appropriate for each individual, whether they are recovering from injury, returning to sport or simply wanting to move and function better.

One thing I particularly enjoyed was the emphasis on applying these principles to everyday rehabilitation rather than just athletes. The aim is not simply to reduce pain but to help people build capacity, confidence and resilience for the activities that matter to them.

I always enjoy taking time away from clinic to learn from other clinicians and researchers. There are often useful ideas that can be brought back into everyday practice and shared with patients:

https://essentialosteopathy.janeapp.co.uk

05/06/2026

One thing that surprises people in clinic...

Many people arrive expecting me to focus entirely on the area that hurts. If their shoulder is sore they expect the shoulder to be the centre of attention. If their lower back is painful they assume that is where all the answers will be found.

What often surprises them is how frequently the body works as a team. A shoulder problem can be influenced by the upper back and ribcage. A sore knee may be affected by what is happening at the hip or foot. That does not mean the painful area is unimportant. It simply means that symptoms are not always the whole story.

One of the reasons I enjoy Osteopathy is that it encourages us to look at the bigger picture rather than focusing on one isolated part of the body. Sometimes understanding why something has become overloaded is just as important as treating the symptoms themselves.

You can book online here:

https://essentialosteopathy.janeapp.co.uk

You can also visit my website for information about location, services and fees:

https://essentialosteopathy.co.uk

29/05/2026

Some babies with a high palate struggle more with feeding than people realise

A high palate means the roof of the mouth is more deeply arched which can make it harder for some babies to get a comfortable seal during feeding. You might notice clicking noises, more gulping of air, frequent winding or feeds that feel surprisingly messy despite trying different positions or bottles.

Some babies also become tired during feeds, come on and off repeatedly or seem frustrated even when they are clearly hungry. Parents are often told everything looks “fine” because weight gain is good but feeding can still feel much harder than expected day to day.

A high palate can sometimes develop alongside tension through the jaw, neck or upper body which may affect how comfortably a baby coordinates sucking, swallowing and breathing. You may also notice more leaking of milk, noisy feeding or difficulty maintaining a dummy.

This does not mean there is anything wrong with your baby but it can help explain why feeding has felt more challenging than anticipated.

Where treatment is appropriate, it is very gentle and aims to support relaxation, comfort and ease of movement through the body.

To book your baby for a treatment please go directly to my online diary:
https://essentialosteopathy.janeapp.co.uk

22/05/2026

That feeling where your body never quite switches off

Some people notice they are never fully relaxed, even when they are sitting down in the evening or trying to rest. Their shoulders stay slightly lifted, their jaw feels tight or they catch themselves clenching muscles without meaning to.

Often this has built up gradually over time rather than starting with one obvious problem. The body can become so used to holding tension that it starts to feel normal until symptoms begin to appear.

You might notice it most at the end of the day when everything feels heavier or when you finally stop and realise how much effort your body has been putting in all day.

When I assess this in clinic I am looking at how your body is managing load and tension overall rather than focusing on one isolated sore spot.

Once the body starts to feel safer and more supported it often becomes easier for those areas to properly relax again.

You can book online here:
https://essentialosteopathy.janeapp.co.uk

You can also visit my website for information about location services and fees:
https://essentialosteopathy.co.uk

15/05/2026

Some babies are much happier once they are moving

You might notice your baby becomes calmer when you are walking carrying them around the house or out in the pram but becomes fussier the moment you stop or sit down. Parents often worry they are “creating a rod for their own back” but many young babies simply find movement comforting and regulating in the early weeks.

The gentle rhythm of walking, swaying and changing position can help babies feel more organised and comfortable in their body. Some babies also become more aware of pressure, wind or tension once everything becomes still which is why they can appear more comfortable once they are moving again.

This is very common in the early months and usually improves gradually over time as babies become more comfortable and adaptable.

Where treatment is appropriate it is very gentle and aims to support comfort relaxation and ease of movement through the body.

To book your baby for a treatment please go to my online diary: https://essentialosteopathy.janeapp.co.uk

11/05/2026

Just a quick note that I’ll be away on holiday from Friday 22nd May and will return to clinic on Monday 1st June.

If you were thinking of booking before I head off, then it is worth checking availability sooner rather than later as appointments can fill quite quickly.

Appointments can be booked online here:
https://essentialosteopathy.janeapp.co.uk⁠/

Address

48 Berkeley Street
Glasgow
G37DS

Opening Hours

Monday	1pm - 7:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	12:30pm - 7:30pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.essentialosteopathy.co.uk/

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