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Mersea Road Clinic, Colchester has been the most established and largest Osteopathic practice in Colchester for over 15 years

"My experiences of the Mersea Road Clinic could be summed up as utterly professional, tangibly successful results, and a very friendly and engaging atmosphere." Colonel Gary Wilkinson OBE
Our Osteopaths have a broad range of experience and knowledge in areas of specialist interest. However, as Osteopaths we remain true to our principles and always treat the whole body and person, not just the complaint. Over 75% of our patients come to us through personal recommendation from friends and family. We are confident we can provide the best approach to your pain and injury and manage you to a complete recovery.
We provide treatment for a wide range of injuries and healthcare problems including back pain, headaches, sprained ankles, repetitive strain injuries, sciatica and tennis elbow to name a few. Our patients include office workers, pregnant ladies, older patients, sports amateurs and professionals and many self-employed for whom good health is critical for the health of their business.
Our practice aims to provide each of our patients with a consistently high quality of Osteopathic care. In order to assist us in demonstrating this commitment, we have implemented the Institute of Osteopathy’s Patient Charter to illustrate the standards you can expect from this practice. In the interest of your health, it is important for you to understand all the information given to you. Please ask questions if you are unsure of anything.
“I have recently been going to the Mersea road clinic to have some physiotherapy with Mamta. I am so pleased as so far, she has done an amazing job. She is calm, professional and friendly explaining everything to me so I understand. She is honest and really cares about her clients. Her bedside manner is exceptional and I Highly recommend.”
Charlene Baker
“It’s always a pleasure seeing Victoria Fisher at The Mersea Road Clinic. She is 1st class in her field of Lymph Drainage Reflexology. I always feel so much better and relaxed after each session and Victoria is also so kind and understand. I thoroughly recommend her and the company.”
Claire Weatherley
“I had upper back and shoulder pain and went to see an Osteopath named Ben, he was very professional, kind and easy to work with, no pain anymore, worth every penny! Would recommended, thank you Ben!”
Michael Harbrow
“Can't say enough good things about this place and team! It would take to long. I went there broken, couldn't walk properly or even drive my car. 7 months later I was touring Canada solo! They not only gave me my life ba k but improved it 10 fold especially my wonderful therapist Juliette!' Best of all they don't lie, or take your money(I've met a few of them)if they can't help they tell you up front. Don't take my word for it, try it. I've recommended so many friends and like me they've never looked back.”
Syria Aziz
“Fantastic as always. This place is brilliant. Every clinician really takes the time to understand your needs, your body, your lifestyle, and work on what is best for you with all those things in mind. I keep coming back because every time it’s a quality treatment. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone.”
Ben Wills
“Having suffered with lower back pain and chronic neck tension for longer than I care to remember, and having been treated by numerous physiotherapists/osteopaths, I was recommended Michael Clarke. How my world has changed. Michael is not a ‘just treat the problem and go’ practitioner he is an exceptionally dedicated, honest, committed, talented professional. With his wealth of knowledge and guidance albeit a life style change, dietary or exercise ensuring the road to success. Indeed, Michael’s clinic is caring, friendly and relaxed with the whole team focused to the personal requirements of the client. Without any hesitation I would recommend Michael and would be proud to do so.”
Sue Ridout
“My experiences of the Mersea Road Clinic could be summed up as utterly professional, tangibly successful results, and a very friendly and engaging atmosphere.”
Colonel Gary Wilkinson OBE
“Having originally visited the clinic due to acute back pain, I continue as a regular patient because of the benefit I’ve gained in managing my chronic heart and abdominal health issues. The professional support and care provided by the clinic staff is fantastic and everyone is always so friendly and helpful.”
Lorraine - Colchester
“I have been receiving treatment since July 2011. The treatment they have provided has been extremely effective and has produced noticeable physical improvements, often almost instantly. They are extremely proficient and take the time to explain what they are going to do and the intended results. I have been very pleasantly surprised by how the manipulation and massage techniques he uses have had such a positive effect on my movement.”
Frances, Colchester
“I have been visiting Mersea Road Clinic for the last 10 months. As a keen runner I was training for the London Marathon and picked up an injury so I went along and was very impressed with the way they went about treating me. They started by looking into why I was getting the problem and therefore not only treated the injury but the cause of it. They also gave great advice to prevent it reoccurring. I now visit Mersea Road about every six weeks as a maintenance program. Many thanks for your help.”
Gary Lock
“Amazing experience all round! The knowledge and treatment were first class. Huge shoutout to reception for being incredibly friendly and helpful in fitting me in for an emergency appointment - really appreciated it. Left feeling great, would highly recommend!”
FMJ R
“I called Mersea Road clinic after in injured my lower back, they were very efficient and professional, Even managed to fit me in same day as I call as they had had a cancellation. Juliette was amazing after just 1 hour the difference is unbelievable! Thankyou again!”
Mikey Hall
“Richard was great, he took the time to listen and communicated what he was doing throughout the treatment. I was given some helpful tips to aid recovery. A great service ill be sure to use again and recommend to others”
Rebecca Hay
“I am a dance teacher and performer, training up to 5 hours, 6 days a week! A few months ago I caused an injury that made it painful even to walk, but thanks to the treatment I received, I am not in any more pain and can continue to train, compete and teach in the athletic form of dance I love so much. I cant thank them enough for their level of care and understanding of my particular needs.”
Khrystie Gardner
“For over 8 years I had pain in my hips, thighs, and sometimes lower back and calf muscles. Various diagnosis by medical specialists identified symptoms and resulted in the prescription of drugs, with unpleasant side effects, that did nothing to cure the underlying problem. In less than 8 weeks of treatment by Vicki, with Michael as consultant, I have much greater freedom of movement and I am no longer suffering from pain in the hips which woke me regularly at night. I appreciate the care the team have taken both with the treatment and in explaining to me the process of correcting all the things which were wrong. I wish I’d gone to the clinic years ago.”
Debbie Duke
“First time for me at The Mersea Road Clinic, didn’t know what to expect, but found it well run and professional. Richard who help me with my shoulder and neck pain made me feel at ease and took time to explain what he was doing and why. I guess most people would need an osteopath as they get older, and getting one which excels in the treatments and services it offers, is usually by recommendations but i was lucky, I managed to find the best one 1st time!Thanks for making a 1st time nervous patient feel at ease.”
Gerry Sharpe
“I had a very painful lower back following a sporting injury. Within a few days I could barely walk 50 yards. I could not sit down for more than 5 minutes at a time and spent my days standing or lying down.I also had very, very painful sciatica 24 hours per day, 7 days per week in my right leg from my backside to my little toe. As a result of going to The Mersea Road Clinic I am back walking with no sciatica and have resumed playing sport again. Highly recommend!”
Ken Jones
“I visited Mersea Road clinic and was seen by Louise Gann. Over many years in my life in sport/fitness i’ve seen many Physio’s, I was very impressed from the start on how professional and knowledgeable she was and Louise done an excellent job in relieving any aches/pain/tightness I had. I will definitely be seeing Louise again. I can highly recommend her.”
Jess Woodall
“Over the years I’ve tried a variety of healthcare approaches and Mersea Road Clinic has consistently proven to be a professional clinic with exceptional practitioners. Following treatment with osteopath David Kennett, a longstanding painful hip was resolved in 3 sessions. Now I refer friends and family without hesitation.”
Rob Veater
“Have been a regular client for many years, would recommend to any body considering treatment. Very accomplished and professional staff.”
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