Welcome to Still Point

by James Conway M.Ost. - Osteopath

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

'Still Point' is based in the market town of Kendal in Cumbria. The practice is close to the town centre and has wonderful views over the rooftops towards Kendal castle and the nearby fells.

 

The practice was established in 2001 by my father, Clifford. Like him, I trained for four years at the European School of Osteopathy in Kent. I qualified in 2018 and settled back in my hometown of Kendal with my wife (Jo), and son (Charlie). It was a great privilege to take over the running of my father’s practice, and the care of his many wonderful patients, while he eased into a well-deserved (semi)retirement.

 

I have experience in treating patients with a wide spectrum of complaints, applying osteopathic principles with a holistic approach. As no two patients are alike, treatment is always tailored to individual needs, preferences and sensibilities and I use a variety of different treatment approaches. A common perception of osteopathy is that we often “crack backs”, but whilst spinal/joint manipulation may well be incorporated where appropriate, the majority of treatment involves more gentle 'functional' methods, articulation and soft tissue techniques.

 

I am very enthusiastic about working with patients who have suffered long-term effects of trauma. Many patients report chronic pain, headaches, and variable systemic concerns which appear to have arisen after a trauma such as a car crash, a fall from a horse, or a skiing accident for example. As the body absorbs the forces of the trauma, restrictions in spinal mobility often occur as a result. Identifying and treating these areas can allow the body to function properly and thus improve the problematic symptoms.

 

Furthermore, after suffering a prolapsed (“slipped”) intervertebral disc myself, this topic became the subject of my Masters research dissertation. I therefore take a special interest in the treatment/management of such injuries.

 

Please explore this website for more information about osteopathy, what problems it might help you with, and what to expect from consultation and treatment. If you think I might be able to help you, then I would be glad to welcome you to Still Point.

 

For appointments, please use the 'Appointments' tab at the top of this page.