James has been registered with the General Osteopathic Council for about 10yrs.

In the UK the title "Osteopath" can only be used by trained and registered individuals whom meet the onerous requirements and review processes of the General Osteopathic Council. Training involves a 5 year degree course and 1,200 hours of treating real patients with a tutor present before registration.  Human anatomy is learnt working with cadavers. Osteopaths are trained to identify serious disease and dysfunction in order to make sure that people are signposted onto an appropriate medical professional and patients are treated safely. All Osteopaths must have full liability insurance. 

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James has taken part in national level endurance sports including Ironman and Fell running. He previously ran and managed large international manufacturing sites. He understands the body at peak performance and in dysfunction. He also understands the toll on the body of normal working life. 

James is trained in strength development and injury rehabilitation techniques. He is also qualified to provide Medical Acupuncture and Shockwave Therapy. In addition he has fully trained to use the Neil- Asher shoulder treatment technique for Frozen Shoulders.