What we are about

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This video provides an introduction to acupuncture and spinal decompression therapy.

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Introduction to Osteopathic Manipulation

This video gives an overview of the consultation, examination and multidisciplinary treatment techniques we offer.

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We have a number of podcasts on our site explaining various aspects of our work - from choosing and selecting a bed, to how we diagnose various back problems.

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Spine Plus Clinics

Waterloo City of London
Chigwell Clinic
Bow Clinic
South Woodford

Waterloo, City of London

Capital Tower
91 Waterloo Road
London. SE1 8RT

Tel: (020) 7000 1894
Fax: 0871 226 2693

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Chigwell Clinic

2a Oak Lodge Ave
Chigwell
Essex. IG7 5HZ

Tel: (020) 8501 0937
Fax: (020) 8500 6096

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Bow Clinic, East London

Bow Osteopathy & Sports Injury Clinic98a Coborn Road
Bow. London. E3 2DGTel: 0208 980 9664
Mob: 07983 588 427

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South Woodford Clinic

90-92a George Lane
South Woodford
London. 1JJ

Tel: (020) 8501 0937

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Spine Plus Clinics

Osteopaths, Back & Neck Pain Therapy Clinics in Waterloo, Central London and Essex

We aim to provide the highest possible standard of manual / physical therapy. The treatment and self help advice we provide is personalised to the individual and guided both by evidence based practice and the renowned innovation, intuition and expertise of our therapists, who all work as part of a clinical team, sharing their collective knowledge and experience.

Multidisciplinary London Back Pain and Sports Injury Therapy Clinics

So, if you or anyone you know is suffering from back pain, neck pain, sciatica, shoulder, knee or foot problems, or structural pain in any other part of your body and want a fresh, dynamic, hands on approach, backed up with plenty of effective self help advice - come and pay us a visit!

Our City of London clinic is located directly opposite Waterloo station (SE1), the clinic is within easy reach from the surrounding areas of London Bridge (SE1), Borough (SE1) and Liverpool Street (EC2). We also have other clinics located in East London (Bow, Woodford Green and Chigwell). Please scroll down to see our current staff members or browse the rest of our site for more information we hope you will find useful, including videos and audiofiles.

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FREE OPEN SESSIONS: - A Chance to meet the team and find out more about what we do and how we may be able to help. These session are free of charge and open to anyone including patients, GP's, medical consultants. Spaces are limited so please contact us on the number(s) shown to book a place.

Robert Shanks

As company director and co-founder Robert is part of the driving force behind our multidisciplinary approach. Robert has been strongly infuenced by his mother, a chartered physiotherapist with 40 years experience. Robert graduated as an Osteopath in 2000 and subsequently furthered his education with several postgraduate courses, notably in medical acupuncture, electrotherapy and clinical Pilates (the latter with the renowned Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute). As well as treating sports injuries and tension headaches Robert's other main area of special interest is the management of patients with chronic low back pain and neck pain associated with disc problems. Robert is set to be a speaker at THE BACK SHOW to be held at London's Olympia in February 2012.

Darren Chandler

Darren teamed up with Robert in 2006 and together they established Spine Plus's London based chain of clinics. Prior to forming Spine Plus Darren had been a national level badminton player and personal trainer, training many celebrities in London's West End. Darren studied at the British School of Osteopathy (BSO) where he was awared the coverted student of year award 2002. This was followed by training with the British Medical Acupuncture Society (BMAS) and courses in electrotherapy. Darren has a keen interest in clinical diagnostics and specialises in spinal, sports and work related injuries.

Ricardo Davids

Ricardo graduated with a distinction from The British School of Osteopathy. Ricardo is considered an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of musculoskeletal ailments and sports injuries. In addition, Ricardo is an exercise rehabilitation specialist, nutritional advisor and certified Medical Acupuncturist and regularly integrates these approaches into his treatments. Ricardo currently works at our Chigwell and South Woodford Clinics, as is the Practice Principal at our Waterloo Clinic. Click "Read More" to read about Ricardo's extensive postgraduate training.

Terry Beach

Terry is renowned for his "magic hands", he is a naturally gifted sports massage and deep tissue massage therapist. Terry's main days in Waterloo are Wednesdays and Fridays, although he is sometimes available on other days and for home visits.

Noel Adams

Noel is former Ireland martial arts champion (Tai Kwon Do). He now works as one of our osteopaths, his special interests include treating frozen shoulder, cranial osteopathy and "kineisio taping".

Veena Kudhail (pilates)

As a highly experienced and qualified Postural Alignment and Corrective Exercise Specialist, Veena's work involves identifying muscule imbalances in the body and then designing personalised corrective exercise programs. Veena is highly passionate about her work and is a valuable source of feedback and advice to the rest of our clinical team.

Ben Medniuk

Ben is one of our most senior osteopaths having worked at our Chigwell clinic for over 7 years.

Kate Ferguson

As well as being a registered osteopath Kate is also qualified in sports massage and medical acupuncture. As with all our osteopaths Kate was selected from the many applicants who apply due to her natural ability and therapeutic handling. Kate holds a regular clinic at our London City Clinic (Waterloo) on Fridays.

Anne Lawman

Anne is a very experienced remedial and sports massage therapist having previously worked for many years at the Chigwell Chiropractic Clinic.

Philip Ashcroft

Phil graduated from the British School of Osteopathy in 2006 after which he trained with the British Medical Acupuncture Society (BMAS). He enjoys treating a wide range of conditions including low back problems and tension headaches.

Ann Shanks

Ann Shanks Physiotherapist Ann is our head physio and the clinic manager at Chigwell. Ann used to work for the prestigious and world renowned "Bobath Centre", she has many years experience as both a physiotherapist and a physiotherapy manager in the NHS and private sectors.

Lisa Spina

Lisa studied at The British School of Osteopathy (BSO) and is part of the first cohort of graduates to gain an Integrated Masters in Osteopathy. Having completed her training at this respected establishment, Lisa has built upon her structural osteopathic skills and gained experience to build patient lists at practices in Stratford and Canary Wharf.

Our Therapies and Services

Osteopathy & PhysiotherapyHands on soft tissue and joint manipulation together with expert advice.

Sports MassageDeep tissue massage to relieve muscular tension, reduce swelling, reduce muscular fatigue etc.

Medical Acupuncture MyotherapyFor muscular Trigger Points and myofascial referred pain.

Spinal Decompression and IDD TherapyComputerized spinal distraction machines that target specific damaged discs in the lower back and neck.

RehabilitationWhen you book to see one of our our expert physios or osteopaths we can show the correct exercises to help with your problem and even send you video clip illustrations.