I had been feeling tired and often bloated after eating so decided it was time to do something…read moreabout it. Helen tests for food intolerances and deficiencies and then gives a really clear personalised report of foods to eat and avoid and any supplements that will help to support the change. After 3 months I definitely feel much better. I know the foods that I should eat more sparingly and have a much better understanding of how the things I eat interact with each other and with my body. If you're feeling under the weather or think that you react badly to some foods then take the guess work out of it and visit Helen

The Family Practice is like a Mecca for all those suffering from acute back pain. I have been there…read morein various states of agony and always found treatment constructive, thorough and sympathetic. The practice is run by a team of very experienced osteopaths who all have a slightly different approach to their craft. But all use structural and cranial techniques. Their clients vary from the decrepit to the newborn and from the sportsman or woman to the couch potato. They offer a variety of treatment for sports injuries and employ several practitioners in complementary therapies from acupuncture and homeopathy to family counselling, reflexology and shiatsu. The excellent website has profiles on every practioner detailing their approaches and influences. And you can expect to be seen fairly promptly if you are in extreme pain. There is also a clinic on Saturday mornings.

From the owner: Experienced osteopaths in Bristol specialising in accurate diagnosis, whole-body treatment and…read moreintegrated women’s health care. Why Patients Choose The Family Practice At The Family Practice on Gloucester Road, we provide experienced, osteopathic treatment in Bristol with a whole-body perspective. Our approach begins with accurate diagnosis. Pain in the back, pelvis, hip or neck is not always what it seems. Our osteopaths assess the body from jaw to feet, examining posture, breathing mechanics, spinal movement and pelvic function to understand the true cause of symptoms. This detailed assessment allows us to treat effectively and, when necessary, refer promptly for further investigation. Patients searching for an osteopath in Bristol choose our clinic because we combine clinical expertise with genuine care. We listen and examine thoroughly and explain clearly what is happening in your body. Our clinic has particular experience in treating -back and -neck pain -sciatica -disc irritation -pelvic pain - pregnancy-related pain -pelvic girdle pain -postnatal recovery -diastasis recti -pelvic floor dysfunction and prolapse -menopause-related musculoskeletal change -headaches and - jaw tension. We also provide specialist Women’s Health Osteopathy in Bristol, including the Mummy MOT, Pregnancy MOT and Menopause MOT. Our aim is simple: to help you become as pain-free as possible as quickly as possible, so you can return to movement, exercise and daily life with confidence.

I am visiting Bristol from California and, unfortunately, became ill during my visit. The walk-in…read morestaff were incredibly helpful! They were kind, courteous, and made me feel both welcome and cared for. The NP, Roger, was very friendly and helpful. It was a lovely experience to have given the unhappy circumstances. Thank you very much!