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What led you into wanting to become a massage therapist? I worked for a long time at The Body Shop: for a few years I was the Community Projects Coordinator and Company Trainer.  I set up various projects in and around London for the staff to volunteer at. One of them was Holloway Prison where I attended this project once a month for around five years.  One day, as I was massaging someone’s hands, I thought ‘I haven’t a clue what I’m doing’ and there it began. The last 35 years have been spent training, retraining, teaching and, of course, practising.    What has surprised ..read more

UPDATE 4th January 2021 We are open The Waldegrave Clinic are classified as medical services.  We therefore remain open (except for massage and Pilates) and look forward to welcoming you at the clinic as usual despite the new lockdown restrictions. Keeping our patients safe is always our priority, we rigidly follow the Covid 19 guidance on the use of full PPE, extra cleaning, social distancing and the wearing of masks. We are regularly updated on the latest government guidance and adapt measures as we are required to do, ensuring our staff and patients are fully informed. Source ..read more

What led you to become a chiropractor? I was inspired by a chiropractor from an early age and as a Junior Rower with back problems, I’ve experienced the difference chiropractic makes to daily life and functional potential. I’m passionate about making a difference. I believe that using a variety of tools is the best approach to aid a patient including manual adjustments, massage, muscle release, exercise, dry needling, muscle testing, kinesiology taping, yogic techniques and rehabilitation advice. I want to heal patients as quickly as possible and believe that with the right treatment programme ..read more

What led you to you wanting to become a chiropractor? One moment I was on a path to becoming a pilot with the RAF, and then having met former Waldegrave Clinic Chiropractor Tony Metcalfe when representing the RAF at a Hampton School Careers evening I came to observe what Chiropractors do. That afternoon changed my life, seeing the difference chiropractic can make without medication or surgery, bringing a smile back to people in clear pain was a clear career choice that excited me. What has surprised you most about the profession as a practitioner? How patients with the same types of issue can ..read more

What led you to become a  physiotherapist? Physiotherapist Giuseppe Salustri   I always been driven by the passion to help people overcoming pain or injuries allowing them to live the life they deserve. The first time I saw a Physiotherapist practicing was at the age of sixteen when my eldest brother was involved in a serious car accident. I witnessed his recovery from day 1 and despite my young age I was amazed about the ability of the human body to recover its functions through the help of a physiotherapist. What has surprised you most about the profession as a practitioner? Work ..read more

Everyone is doing their bit during these turbulent times and working from home is probably taking its toll throughout the spine – neck stiffness, pressure on the lower back, pinching in the hips and tightening through the chest and shoulders. We’ve all heard of the straw that broke the camels back and this is commonly the case for back related pain. We all get aches and pains that come from holding a position which the body is not prepared for and it’s usually something as simple as ‘posture and habit’ that brings a patient in to see the chiropractor. We are just as frustrated as you that we c ..read more

Chiropractor Marcus Higgins By Chiropractor Marcus Higgins Approximately 22.4% of working days are lost each year through musculoskeletal problems. (source ons.gov.uk) We know through the many patients we see at the clinic that a majority of problems are centered around lower back pain. Jobs most at risk of causing lower back pain at work are: Skilled trades Caring and service occupations Process plant and machine operatives Desk related occupations The most common drivers for low back pain related to these industries are: Material manipulation Lifting and carrying Sitting Keyboard work ..read more

Running is one of the easiest exercises to fit into a daily routine. All you need are a decent pair of running shoes and you’re off! Whether you are just starting running or are a regular runner, there are typical running injuries that can impede your progress.  Our physiotherapist Alessio gives a few simple tips: Achilles tendinopathy (pain in Achilles tendon and/or in the heel Shin splints (medial-tibial stress syndrome) ITB syndrome (pain on the outside of the knee) What to do when it hurts Know when to stop and pace yourself. Often injuries come from loading errors (too far and/or ..read more