Business Details
15 Years
experience
Trusted Osteopathic Care in Dorset
Established in 2011, Purbeck Osteopathy has been delivering tailored osteopathic care across Dorset for over a decade. Our practice combines traditional osteopathic techniques with modern diagnostic approaches to address musculoskeletal issues, chronic pain, and postural imbalances. With clinics in Wareham and Broadstone, we serve patients from Purbeck, Poole, and surrounding areas, offering both hands-on treatment and lifestyle advice to promote long-term wellness. Our founder, Guy Ryder, brings extensive clinical expertise as a registered osteopath and sports massage therapist, ensuring every patient receives evidence-based, holistic care. We specialise in treating conditions ranging from sciatica and back pain to breathing difficulties and sports injuries, using techniques such as cranial osteopathy and TPI screening for golfers.Our commitment to patient education empowers individuals to manage symptoms independently through posture correction, exercise, and stress reduction strategies. Recognised by the General Osteopathic Council, we maintain the highest professional standards while prioritising patient comfort and recovery. Whether addressing acute injuries or providing preventative maintenance, our approach focuses on resolving root causes rather than temporary symptom relief. We offer free 15-minute consultations to help patients understand their treatment options and develop personalised care plans. This dedication to comprehensive, patient-centred care has earned us strong recommendations from satisfied clients across the region.
Services
Osteopathy
Cranial Osteopathy
Posture Assessment
Sports Injury Treatment
Golf Fitness Screening
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer personalised osteopathic treatments tailored to individual needs
- Our team provides cranial osteopathy techniques for holistic healing
- We integrate Titleist Performance Institute screening for sports injury prevention
- Our founder has over 15 years of clinical experience in musculoskeletal care
- We deliver free 15-minute consultations for treatment planning
Associations and certifications
- General Osteopathic Council (GOsC)
What people say
Addressed the root cause
Amazing results
Highly recommend
Genuine expertise
Effective treatment
Services
Osteopathy
Our osteopathic treatments address musculoskeletal conditions through hands-on techniques including joint mobilisation, soft tissue massage, and posture correction. We treat back pain, sciatica, and sports injuries by restoring structural balance to improve bodily function. Patients benefit from individualised care plans combining physical treatment with lifestyle advice for long-term symptom management.
Cranial Osteopathy
This subtle approach focuses on releasing tension patterns in the body's connective tissues and cranial bones. Using gentle palpation techniques, we address chronic pain, stress-related conditions, and postural imbalances. The treatment promotes relaxation while enhancing the body's self-healing mechanisms, suitable for patients of all ages seeking non-invasive care solutions.
Posture Assessment
We evaluate posture-related issues caused by modern lifestyles, including neck pain and repetitive strain injuries. Our assessment considers breathing mechanics, workplace ergonomics, and daily habits to identify root causes of discomfort. Patients receive tailored exercise programs and posture correction strategies to prevent symptom recurrence and improve overall musculoskeletal health.
Sports Injury Treatment
Specialised care for sports-related injuries combines manual therapy with performance enhancement strategies. We treat common sporting ailments like tennis elbow and frozen shoulder while addressing underlying biomechanical issues. Our TPI screening system helps golfers improve swing efficiency and reduce injury risk through targeted mobility and strength programmes.
People
Guy Ryder
Principal Osteopath
Guy qualified as an osteopath in 2011 after completing a five-year degree programme. He holds additional qualifications in sports massage therapy and Titleist Performance Institute screening. With clinics in Wareham and Broadstone, he specialises in treating chronic pain, sports injuries, and posture-related conditions using integrated manual therapy approaches.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat back pain, sciatica, sports injuries, posture-related issues, breathing difficulties, and chronic pain conditions using osteopathic techniques.
Do I need a GP referral?
No referral is needed, though we may consult with your GP for complex cases or medication interactions.
What happens during initial consultation?
Your first visit includes a comprehensive case history, postural assessment, and diagnostic examination lasting approximately one hour.
Are treatments covered by insurance?
Many private health insurers cover osteopathic treatment - check your policy details for specific coverage information.
How many sessions will I need?
Treatment plans vary but typically involve weekly sessions initially, reducing frequency as symptoms improve through combined physical and lifestyle interventions.
