FULLY QUALIFIED AND REGISTERED OSTEOPATH
FULLY QUALIFIED AND REGISTERED OSTEOPATH
Louise England is the principal osteopath at Crouch Hill Osteopathy in Islington, North London.
Louise England is the principal osteopath at Crouch Hill Osteopathy in Islington, North London.
Louise completed a four-year degree course in osteopathy in 2002 and is registered with the General Osteopathic Council.
Louise is also a practising midwife with many years’ experience. As a dual practitioner she is skilled in assessing a woman’s symptoms and brings her special understanding of pregnancy to the Crouch Hill Osteopathy’s Mothers’ Clinic.
As a keen swimmer and cyclist, she has a special interest in sports injuries, as well as specialising in the treatment of acute and chronic pain.
More About Osteopathy
Osteopathy looks at the person from a mechanical point of view and emphasises the importance of the musculoskeletal system to a person’s overall health and function.
Osteopathy can provide relief from:
- Back pain and sciatica
- Neck pain
- Headaches/migraine
- Tendon and ligament strains
- Stiff and painful joints
- Arthritic pain
- Prenatal and postnatal back pain
- Work related Injuries
- Postural stress/tension


Your Treatment
You will be seen by a fully qualified and registered osteopath who will ask you detailed questions about your current complaint, medical history and general health, including medication.
A standing examination may be necessary to assess the area. You may be asked to remove items of clothing to enable the osteopath to undertake the treatment. The practitioner will, at all times, respect your need for privacy and will maintain your dignity.
Your Treatment
You will be seen by a fully qualified and registered osteopath who will ask you detailed questions about your current complaint, medical history and general health, including medication.
A standing examination may be necessary to assess the area. You may be asked to remove items of clothing to enable the osteopath to undertake the treatment. The practitioner will, at all times, respect your need for privacy and will maintain your dignity.

Tests and Diagnosis
Simple tests may be carried out to focus on the correct diagnosis. These will include simple movements and reflex tests.
A provisional diagnosis and treatment plan will be discussed and agreed before any treatment takes place. Should more detailed examinations, such as X-rays, be necessary your practitioner will explain why and then refer you to the appropriate professional.
Your practitioner will be happy to discuss any risks associated with physical therapy and advise you as to the best and safest approach for your condition.
You may experience some discomfort for up to 48 hours after treatment which can be alleviated by simple aftercare. These include hot and cold compresses and exercise regimes. Exercise, postural and lifestyle advice will be given at the end of the treatment.
Tests and Diagnosis
Simple tests may be carried out to focus on the correct diagnosis. These will include simple movements and reflex tests.
A provisional diagnosis and treatment plan will be discussed and agreed before any treatment takes place. Should more detailed examinations, such as X-rays, be necessary your practitioner will explain why and then refer you to the appropriate professional.
Your practitioner will be happy to discuss any risks associated with physical therapy and advise you as to the best and safest approach for your condition.
You may experience some discomfort for up to 48 hours after treatment which can be alleviated by simple aftercare. These include hot and cold compresses and exercise regimes. Exercise, postural and lifestyle advice will be given at the end of the treatment.


Mothers’ Clinic
Louise is also a midwife, having qualified in the 1980s. As a dual practitioner she is skilled in assessing a woman’s symptoms and offering an holistic approach to the needs of antenatal and postnatal women.
Osteopathy offers pre-natal women the opportunity to prepare physically for labour by becoming more aware of their own bodies and their capacity to cope. Post-natal women are often affected by the physical and emotional changes of childbirth and childcare causing symptoms that can benefit from osteopathic treatments.
During pregnancy and after the birth of a child, a woman’s body can feel very different to her. She may experience significant discomfort in her joints and muscles which could be alleviated by osteopathy.
Mothers’ Clinic
Louise is also a midwife, having qualified in the 1980s. As a dual practitioner she is skilled in assessing a woman’s symptoms and offering an holistic approach to the needs of antenatal and postnatal women.
Osteopathy offers pre-natal women the opportunity to prepare physically for labour by becoming more aware of their own bodies and their capacity to cope. Post-natal women are often affected by the physical and emotional changes of childbirth and childcare causing symptoms that can benefit from osteopathic treatments.
During pregnancy and after the birth of a child, a woman’s body can feel very different to her. She may experience significant discomfort in her joints and muscles which could be alleviated by osteopathy.

Couples’ Antenatal Classes
Crouch Hill Osteopathy also offers couples individual tailor-made antenatal preparation classes. For some couples a group setting might be a daunting prospect or maybe classes are oversubscribed at the hospital or at other local groups.
The sessions can be designed to meet your individual needs and are offered in a quiet, relaxed and flexible way with knowledge and experience that spans many years.

Fees
Description | Fee |
---|---|
Extended initial consultation (approx 1 hour) | £60 |
Follow up treatments (approx 45 mins) | £50 |
For the following, please check availability | |
Treatments on Sundays | £60 |
Home Visits – weekdays | £65 |
Home Visits – weekends | £75 |
Treatment sessions are available to organisations in the workplace.
Price on application.
Fees
- Extended initial consultation (approx 1 hour): £60
- Follow up treatments (approx 45 mins): £50
For the following, please check availability
- Treatments on Sundays: £60
- Home Visits – weekdays: £65
- Home Visits – weekends: £75
Treatment sessions are available to organisations in the workplace. Price on application.
Taking Payment
We have the facility to take card payments… so there’s no longer any need to struggle to a cash point before your treatment!
Terms & Conditions
24 hour notice of cancellation required to avoid being charged for the full cost of the missed treatment.
Taking Payment
We have the facility to take card payments… so there’s no longer any need to struggle to a cash point before your treatment!
Terms & Conditions
24 hour notice of cancellation required to avoid being charged for the full cost of the missed treatment.