Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Osteopathy Clinic in Dorchester
At Charles Street Clinic, we have dedicated ourselves to providing patient-centred osteopathic care for over 28 years. Our team of highly qualified practitioners specialises in treating musculoskeletal conditions across all age groups, from infants to senior citizens. We combine traditional osteopathic techniques with modern therapeutic approaches to address back pain, neck pain, sports injuries, and chronic conditions.Our clinic offers a holistic healthcare environment where treatments are tailored to individual needs, incorporating lifestyle advice on posture, exercise, and nutrition. With practitioners registered with the General Osteopathic Council and members of the Institute of Osteopathy, we maintain the highest professional standards while delivering compassionate, evidence-based care.
Services
Osteopathy
Sports Massage
Cranial Osteopathy
Pregnancy Care
Paediatric Treatment
Back Pain Relief
Joint Pain Management
Postural Correction
Sports Injury Rehabilitation
Arthritis Management
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- Our osteopaths have over 28 years of combined clinical experience
- We provide personalised treatment plans tailored to individual needs
- We use a combination of traditional and cranial osteopathic techniques
- Our practitioners maintain 30+ hours annual professional development
- We offer family-centred care for patients from babies to seniors
Associations and certifications
- General Osteopathic Council
- Institute of Osteopathy
What people say
5 star treatment
Completely better
Walked normally
Sports injuries resolved
Amazing improvement
Services
Osteopathy
Our osteopathy treatments address musculoskeletal conditions through hands-on techniques. We treat back pain, neck pain and joint issues while improving mobility and circulation. Patients benefit from reduced inflammation and enhanced natural healing processes through our personalised approach.
Sports Massage
Sports massage therapy treats tendonitis, frozen shoulder and sports injuries while preventing future problems. Our therapists use soft tissue techniques to relieve muscle strain and improve flexibility for athletes and non-athletes alike through targeted treatment sessions.
Cranial Osteopathy
Cranial osteopathy employs subtle techniques to release tensions in the skull and body. This safe, non-invasive approach particularly benefits babies and children while addressing headaches and postural issues across all age groups through delicate manual therapy.
Pregnancy Care
Specialised osteopathic care addresses pregnancy-related discomforts including pelvic pain and carpal tunnel syndrome. Our practitioners use safe techniques to relieve physical strain while improving circulation and respiratory function during pregnancy through individualised treatment plans.
Paediatric Treatment
Gentle osteopathic treatments address developmental conditions in children. Our practitioners use age-appropriate techniques to resolve postural issues and mechanical strains while supporting healthy musculoskeletal development through careful, non-invasive manual therapy.
People
Paul Middlehurst
Osteopath
B.Sc. (Ost) qualified with 28 years experience. Specialises in acute musculoskeletal conditions and sports injuries. Former NHS back pain service developer and Institute of Osteopathy member.
Sam Middlehurst
Osteopath
B.Sc. (Ost) practitioner with 28 years experience. Specialises in cranial, obstetric and paediatric osteopathy. Focuses on pregnancy and child care while maintaining Institute of Osteopathy membership.
Sherilyn Riley
Osteopath
D.O. qualified since 1976 with over 40 years experience. Specialises in rehabilitation and exercise prescription. Member of Dorset Osteopathic Group and Institute of Osteopathy with equestrian specialism.
Kim Weir
Sports Massage Therapist
FSMT (Assoc) and LCSP (Assoc) qualified. Experienced in professional rugby support. Specialises in sports massage therapy and scar tissue release techniques for musculoskeletal conditions.
Angela James
Sports Massage Therapist
MISRM, MFHT qualified with 18 years experience. Specialises in clinical sports massage and dry needling. Provides remedial treatments incorporating ultrasound and myofascial release techniques.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat back pain, neck pain, joint issues, sports injuries, pregnancy-related discomforts, paediatric conditions and chronic musculoskeletal problems using osteopathy and sports massage.
How do I book an appointment?
Call 01305 265333 during opening hours or contact us through our website for osteopathy or sports massage bookings with available practitioners.
What happens during initial consultation?
Your first appointment includes medical history review, physical examination and diagnosis followed by personalised treatment plan development tailored to your specific condition.
Do you accept private medical insurance?
We recommend checking with your insurance provider as many policies cover osteopathic treatment when performed by registered practitioners.
What if I need to cancel?
Please notify us at least 24 hours in advance for cancellations to avoid charges for missed appointments.
Are treatments covered by NHS?
While we're private practitioners, our team previously delivered NHS back pain services and can provide treatment reports for potential insurance reimbursement.
Reviews (4)
Sam Peacefullday
Jun 20, 2021
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I visited Helena Greenwood during Covid she was amazing not only relived the neck and headache troubles i had but could see i walked badly with crutches. i have had Transverse Myalitis in my legs for 13 years thanks to her alot of the pain i was in has gone and i am now free of pain killers and regularly visit as she has turned my life around i am so greatful i would recommend her to anyone living in pain, as she has a real gift.
Paula Harris
May 27, 2021
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Amazing, professional service. Sam was supportive and not only listened but really heard what I was saying. She quickly identified the problem and has supported my recovery more than I could have hoped for. I cannot thank her enough and would highly recommend Dorchester Osteopaths. You will not be disappointed!!
Gwyneth Brewster
May 08, 2021
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Having suffered with chronic back pain since a car accident, Dorchester osteopaths have kept me mobile and helped keep me off painkillers. All their staff are extremely knowledgable and I highly recommend them.
Simon M.
Mar 06, 2021
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I have used Charles Street Clinic for several years for osteopathy. They always provide thorough, professional and effective treatments, and are always available to schedule appointments. I have been treated by Paul in the past and most recently, Vitor. He is very knowledgeable and was able to resolve my issue in two visits. I would highly recommend them.
