PROFESSIONAL OSTEOPATHS

Bringing flow back to your body

The Melksham Clinic specialises in Osteopathy and complementary therapy providing a wide range of treatments to relieve all types of pain so you can get back to living and working well.

Musculoskeletal Treatments for every body

We treat people of all ages and lifestyles, from newborn babies to the elderly and everyone in between.

Whether you’re suffering from back pain, neck pain, muscle, joint, tendon or ligament conditions – we’ve got a treatment to get you moving the way you should.

Our Treatments

Osteopathy

A safe, effective form of manual therapy aiming to relieve pain and tension associated with injuries and day to day strains. We treat all joints, ligaments and muscles in the body, rather than just backs.

After your session you’ll receive a plan of rehabilitation exercises tailored to you.

Our treatments include:

Acute & chronic backache
Back and neck pain
Arthritic pain
Circulatory problems
Cramp
Digestion problems
Fibromyalgia
Frozen shoulder
Headache arising from the neck (cervicogenic)
Joint pains
Generalised aches and pains
Migraine prevention
Minor sports injuries
Muscle spasms
Neuralgia
Tension and inability to relax
Rheumatic pain
Sciatica
Shoulder and elbow pain
Tennis elbow

Osteopathy for Pregnancy

When you’re carrying a growing a baby many changes happen to your body which can lead to pain and discomfort.

We’re able to personalise your appointment to suit you and your baby’s needs. We’ll be able to advise you on management throughout the remainder of your pregnancy and post-partum.

Osteopathy is safe at any stage of pregnancy although some patients may prefer to avoid treatment during the first 12 weeks.

If you are pregnant and wish to book please state this when booking, either over the phone or on the online booking form.

Osteopathy for Children and Babies

Children and babies can suffer with discomfort and pain, just like adults. We are able to provide gentle osteopathy for your child.

As a mother herself, Siân knows how important it is to keep your little one happy in the appointment and will ask plenty of questions in order to provide the most appropriate care, be it treatment, advice or if necessary, referral.

Siân's main concern is keeping your child or baby safe and well.

Some babies may only need 1-2 appointments, whereas other babies, or older children with injuries may benefit from more. This will all be discussed with you at the appointment to ensure you are happy.

Massage, Reflexology & Craniosacral Therapy

Both sports massage and relaxation massage are available.

Reflexology is a type of hands on treatment to the feet, and occasionally hands and ears which aims to help with problems across the whole body.

Craniosacral therapy is a gentle hands on treatment which intends to relieve tension and restore balance in the nervous system and promote healthy function throughout the body.

Douglas Purves

Principal Osteopath

Doug graduated from the University College of Osteopathy with a Master’s degree in Osteopathy. He is also registered with the General Osteopathic Council. Working primarily as a structural Osteopath, he treats a wide range of injuries, ailments and has advanced Post-Graduate training in Cranial Osteopathy.

Doug has spent time working in various specialist practices including an expectant mother’s clinic, The Royal Free hospital, homeless shelters, elderly care clinics, elite performance gyms, and a HIV specialist clinic.

Doug has worked as a Sports Massage therapist since 2013 and also has a background in combat sports and the military.

Osteopath and Clinic Manager, Specialist Paediatric Osteopath

Siân has been a registered osteopath since 2018 and a qualified paediatric osteopath since 2019. She treats patients of all ages and abilities from babyhood to the elderly.

Siân specialises in treating families and supporting parents-to-be through pregnancy, then treating their baby into childhood and beyond. She also takes on patients who need osteopathic management and treatment of chronic neck pain and headaches.

Sports Massage Therapist & Reflexologist

Alison is an experienced sports massage therapist and reflexologist holding Level 3 NVQ Diploma in sports therapy, personal training and reflexology.

Alison has many years of experience as a professional therapist and is dedicated to improving and maintaining her client’s quality of life.

She helps a wide range of clients ranging from those with specific sports injuries to those with general stiffness, aches and pains.

Craniosacral Therapist

Sarah is a qualified craniosacral therapist (CST) with an interest in helping relieve tension in a wide range of people.

Her clients include adults and babies, and she has also worked with young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD), anxiety and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). She is registered with the CSTA.

Here's what Melksham is saying

I first started coming to Doug about 3 years ago with a persistent calf injury that was disrupting my preparation for the gruelling tournament season ahead. I was very impressed with the way Doug professionally and forensically analysed and treated my initial injury. He also looked into the root cause. He took and treated the whole body and not just a specific injury. The result was I was able to perform at my very best for the season, becoming England Number 1 and winning the British Squash Championships. I now make sure I visit Doug on a very regular basis to prevent my old injury coming back and any new ones emerging.

Doug has been treating my back for over 4 years now and I can’t recommend him enough. He is professional, friendly and extremely thorough. After the amount of times I’ve walked out of the clinic with all pain magically gone – I don’t trust anyone else with my spine!

I have had problems with a back issue which left me in bad pain and with a lack of mobility, Doug sorted this for me and I would recommend his healing abilities

Amazing. Worth every penny. I arrived in acute pain and felt better after one treatment and fully recovered after session five. Doug and Siân are miracle workers.

We originally took Ezra to see Siân after having cranial osteopathy recommended to us by a family member. He was born via forceps delivery after tilting his head during the last stages of labour which must have caused him some tension as during the early days he was never happy when he was awake and often seemed uncomfortable. We decided it wouldn’t hurt to give it a try and we took him for his first session at just 11 days old. The treatment seemed to help him and we have been back for a further three sessions! Siân is great with babies and is very gentle, stopping if he ever got distressed. Ezra is now much happier in himself!

Siân has changed my quality of life for the better since I started seeing her in April 2022. Her treatments are efficient and effective, helping me to manage the symptoms of fibromyalgia and chronic migraines, as well as her demeanour creating an easy going and friendly atmosphere. Thanks for everything Siân!

I took my little boy to see Siân after a forceps delivery to make sure that his body was in good alignment and nothing would impact our breastfeeding and his comfort. Siân was so good with him, he was only 6 weeks old and she was so gentle and made him feel comfortable. She also did a newborn check with was reassuring to know he was all ok. Thanks Siân, highly recommend. Your baby will be in great hands.

My treatment helped me stay in the job I love. Siân is amazing