These testimonials come from patients Jose has treated over the years. They have been edited to protect people’s identities, and every patient gave permission for their words to be published.
You can read more reviews from our patients on Google, where we’re rated 4.9 out of 5.
Long-standing shoulder pain
Mr P O
I have had a recurring “knot” in a shoulder muscle for as long as I can remember. Various medical professionals have marvelled at it over the years, amazed by how solid and obstinate it is. After a LOT of physiotherapy and a bad experience with a chiropractor, I came to accept that I was just going to have to live with this ball of tension long-term.
That was, until I came across Central Manchester Osteopathy.
From my first appointment I felt totally confident in Jose. He takes time and great care to make you feel at ease, to make a thorough assessment, and to always explain what he is doing and why. By helping me understand my injury, he helped me be part of the solution.
My treatments have included “homework” in the form of exercises and precautions to be taken, which no doubt have helped.
For me, the best part of my treatment has been dry needling. Not at all as scary as it sounds, Jose’s incredible dry needling skills have given me dramatic and lasting relief within hours – something I never thought possible!
Over the course of 6 weeks, my symptoms have decreased quite a lot, and I feel like we’re really addressing the causes of my discomfort, and not just the symptoms.
Lower back and hip pain: a league cricketer
Mr I H
I have played league cricket for over 35 years and had minor back and leg injuries over the years. I recently suffered a lower back injury. Having visited Jose, he assessed the problem and diagnosed the issue to be hip related. Following two sessions and some exercises I felt much more mobile, in fact more flexible than for several years. I attended a third time for a final assessment, when Jose signed me off from further treatment. I played cricket the next day, opening the batting and bowling a 14 over spell. After the game I felt no pain or aches in my lower back, and in fact was more mobile after the game than I had been for several years.
Well done Jose.
Lower back pain from gym training
Mr J S
As a regular gym user I started to notice a niggling pain in my back whenever I was training. Over time it became worse and worse, so one of my friends recommended Jose as an osteopath. I had never had osteopathy before but I booked an appointment.
I found Jose to be not only a complete professional but also a really friendly guy who completely put me at my ease. He swiftly identified my problem, talked me through the treatment and even looked at a secondary issue with my knee, which I hadn’t even gone in for. After one session my problem was completely healed and I was able to go back to the gym the next day!
Shoulder pain affecting running and training
Mr L M
I was nervous at first as to what to expect from an osteopath as opposed to a physio. I had shoulder pain which was impacting my ability to reach my goals with my gym training and also caused discomfort with my running. Jose immediately put me at ease and spent time discussing what the treatment would involve, and also took a full history to ensure a good diagnosis. He was totally honest about what I could expect in terms of results. At each point of the treatment Jose explained what he was going to do. He gave me exercises to do in between consultations. My shoulder began to heal quickly and the pain subsided during my training. I was extremely pleased to be able to carry on with my training and my running. I am happy to recommend Jose, and have recommended him to my friends.
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