Alison with patient in clinic (left) and with patient in King Edwards rec in Willesden

Alison is an osteopath based in Kensal Green with over 20 years of experience managing neuro-musculoskeletal conditions. Her person-centred approach considers both biomechanical and lifestyle factors to develop the most appropriate treatment strategy.

A principled approach

Alison treats patients of all ages and fitness levels with a wide range of conditions. She takes time to understand the factors contributing to pain and develops a clear, personalised recovery plan, giving you the knowledge and strategies to manage your condition now and in the future.

She focuses on your strengths, helping you build trust in your body and manage symptoms effectively. The goal is to support your return to the activities you enjoy without relying on ongoing treatment.

To book an osteopathy appointment or if you have any questions you’d like to run by me:

Get in touch

Osteopath Alison Durant photographed at her house and space in North West London. © Demelza Lightfoot Photography 07544863946 demelzalightfootphotography@gmail.com

An osteopath can help with…

Osteopath Alison Durant photographed at her house and space in North West London. © Demelza Lightfoot Photography 07544863946 demelzalightfootphotography@gmail.com

Recurring aches and pains

Do you have aches and pains that never seem to completely go away despite stretching, rest or having had treatment?

Persistent pain

Persistent pain affects more than just physical health. It can lead to changes in the nervous system and behaviour, and often requires a different approach from recently developed pain.

Osteopath Alison Durant photographed at her house and space in North West London. © Demelza Lightfoot Photography 07544863946 demelzalightfootphotography@gmail.com

Self-manage symptoms

When we’re in pain, we want to understand what’s happening and feel confident we have a plan to return to our usual daily activities, fitness, or sport.

Return to sport or activity

Are you looking to return to sport or get fit after a period of inactivity, but feel concerned about a previous or existing injury?

Age-related aches and pain

Aches and pains that develop with age are often attributed to ageing, but can usually be resolved early with hands-on treatment, guidance on movement and posture, and targeted exercises.

Pain associated with anxiety

Pain is multifactorial and is often driven less by mechanical factors and more by stress, anxiety, fear, or poor sleep. Both mechanical and lifestyle factors may need addressing, but these can usually be self-managed with the right guidance.

Read more about how an osteopath can help with pain in specific areas of the body in the “Treatments for” section.  The General Osteopathic Council also provides information about osteopathy as well as osteopath registration details.

I see patients from a wide area including Queens Park, Notting Hill, Willesden, and Cricklewood. There is ample pay-and-display parking on Furness Road next to 133 Holland Road, with the Ringo app available for payment.

The 187 bus from Queens Park station stops a five-minute walk away, and Kensal Green and Willesden Junction stations are both a 12–15 minute walk.

To book an appointment at Kensal Osteopathy – or if you have any questions you’d like to run by me:

Get in touch

email: alison@kensalosteopathy.co.uk

The experience was very good. I was welcomed with a friendly smile and put at ease by Alison’s easy going approach. This was complimented by her obvious professionalism and knowledge of her subject. I consulted for a lower back problem, that was part of a complicated, long standing pelvic injury, and was impressed by her unique and thorough approach. Added to this was the detailed way she demonstrated a series of stretches tailored to my situation, and had me practise each one until I had adequately got it. Not only that but she sent me a post with video clips of her doing those exercises for reference. Thus I came away with the impression of a rounded and comprehensive session, covering the treatment aspect as well as the preventive one. Which incidentally achieved the desired outcome.

“I would highly recommend Alison for anyone who requires an Osteopath. It was very easy to book an appointment through the website. Alison was very understanding, kind and thoughtful; she not only focussed on the physical issue I presented with, but also considered the impact the pain and limited mobility was having on my mental and emotional well-being. Alison provided me with exercises to do in between sessions, and sent me videos so I wouldn’t forget how to do them. Alison pushed me when I needed it, but also recognised my limits and pain threshold. Alison encouraged me to seek medical attention when it was required and wrote to my GP to support this. Overall I would highly recommend Alison”.

Katherine

“Alison has been patching me back together on and off for the last six years.  I seem to be reasonably injury prone but generally with a few sessions with Alison I am back on my feet. Each injury is always dealt with in a professional manner with a quick recap of how it occurred, then hands on treatment and sending me off with exercises to do at home before the next session. Generally within a few sessions injuries are well on their way to being fully recovered.  I would highly recommend Alison to anybody looking for an osteopath.”

Elliot Cox

“I have regular maintenance sessions (as I call them) to support an ageing and damaged back. I’m convinced Alison helps keep me focussed, pain free and upright! After a session of gentle mobilisation I feel so much better. She tailors exercises to individual needs, has realistic expectations and sets goals accordingly.”

Marlene Wardle