Osteopathy in the Heart of Greenwich

Zuzanna Matras

M.Ost PGCert SPOP

Zuzanna Matras graduated from the University College of Osteopathy (formerly the British School of Osteopathy) in London with a Master's degree in Osteopathy and holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Specialist Paediatric Osteopathic Practice. Over the years she has practiced in various specialistic clinics including Expectant Mothers Clinic and Blanchard Clinic for HIV patients. 

She is registered with the General Osteopathic Council and is a member of the Institute of Osteopathy, the Royal Society of Medicine, the College of Medicine and Integrative Health, and Practical Medicine Poland ("Medycyna Praktyczna").

She has a keen interest in treating chronic pain, cervical spine, and TMJ (jaw) injuries, as well as pediatric, and pre and post-natal patients.

Zuzanna is also qualified in Sports Massage Therapy, Dry Needling/ Medical Acupuncture, and Aromatherapy.

Is Osteopathy for me?

Osteopathy takes an individually tailored and holistic approach to health. 

Your osteopath will always take the time to understand not only your unique physiology but also your individual life history to create the best treatment plan, which is tailored to your needs. They will also be able to tell you if you need to see another health professional such as your doctor or midwife.

Osteopaths who are part of the Allied Health Professionals are highly trained in the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of the entire musculoskeletal system and its relationship with other systems in the body.

Treatment includes not just manual therapy but also rehabilitative exercises and general health advice. 

  • Osteopathic treatment helps patients of all ages to aid the recovery from various acute as well as chronic musculoskeletal conditions. Your osteopath will take the time to help you keep healthy and mobile, utilising a range of expert hands-on treatment techniques including joint mobilisation, stretching, and muscles release, as well as health information, self-management advice, and exercise therapy determined by your individual needs.

  • Cranial osteopathy is a gentle treatment suitable for children and babies. The skeletons of our youngest patients are softer than adults`, therefore this non-manipulative and safe technique may be used to soothe and relax babies at all stages of development, which may be suffering from e.g. digestive issues (colic, trapped wind), sleep difficulties, body tension, and head-shape asymmetry. 
Osteopaths also sometimes work alongside lactation consultants to give postural advice related to breastfeeding.

  • Pregnancy is a unique event for a mother`s body. Enormous physical, chemical, and emotional changes take place over a relatively short period of time. Physical changes such as softening of the ligaments, weight gain, and changes to posture, can lead to additional pressure on joints all around the body, including the spine or pelvis. Therefore, osteopathic treatment can be beneficial during this important time by helping in easing some of the stresses and strains on your body during pregnancy, preparing your body for the demands of labor, and helping with after-birth recovery.

  • Western Medical Acupuncture also known as Dry Needling is a treatment technique that can be used to treat myofascial trigger points in addition to the other osteopathic techniques. It aims to relax tensed muscles and encourage blood flow to the affected area, which aids in the repair of injured tissue, soothes discomfort, and reduces muscle stiffness.

  • Osteopathic Massage is a powerful combination of holistic osteopathic mobilisations and sport/ deep tissue massage. The perfect option for patients who normally don’t respond to standard soft tissue work. Osteopathic Massage helps to create long-lasting results for patients suffering from e.g. chronic muscular tension by addressing the real cause of their hypertonicity, not just its symptoms.

What We Treat

Osteopaths have the expertise and training to provide you with a thorough examination and treatment for:

  • Lower back pain,

  • Sciatica,

  • Upper back pain,

  • Neck pain,

  • Whiplash,

  • Arthritic pain,

  • Osteoarthritis pain,

  • Rheumatic pain,

  • Headaches related to neck tension,

  • Migraines prevention,

  • Shoulder/ elbow/ wrist pain,

  • Frozen Shoulder,

  • Tennis/ Golfer`s elbow,

  • Hip/ knee/ ankle/ foot pain,

  • Muscle spasms,

  • Joints pain,

  • Sports injuries,

  • Neuralgia,

  • Tension and inability to relax,

  • Fibromyalgia,

  • Digestion problems,

  • Circulatory problems.

If you are still unsure if we can help you with your condition, please speak to us and we will do our best to find the healthcare you are required. 

Pricing

General Osteopathy:

-Initial consultation (up to 60min) - £75
-Follow up (up to 45min) - £65

Cranial osteopathy for infants and children under 15:

-Initial consultation (up to 60min) - £70
-Follow up (up to 45min) - £60

Pre and Postnatal Osteopathy:

-Initial consultation (up to 60min) - £75
-Follow up (up to 45min) - £65

Osteopathic massage:

-60 minutes consultation - £90
-90 minutes consultation - £110

We accept certain private medical insurance. Contact us for more details.

Location

We are located in “Market Studios”
in the heart of Greenwich Market.

18-23 Greenwich Market, Durnford Street,
London, SE10 9JB

Accessibility: We are situated on the first floor, so please keep in mind that there will be 1 flight of stairs to climb with of course a fitted handrail for your support and safety. There is unfortunately no disabled access and/or a lift. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

How to get to the clinic?

As we are situated in the heart of Greenwich, there is an excellent public connection with the surrounding neighbourhoods. Patients can choose from a variety of travel options including car, bike, Docklands Light Railway (DLR), tube, train, bus, or even riverboat.

Parking - There are car parks on Park Row and Burney Street, see the Royal Greenwich site for more information -https://www.royalgreenwich.gov.uk/

Bike - Bike racks are outside Waterstones on Greenwich Church Street, on Stockwell Street, outside St Mary's Gate to Greenwich Park, and on the grounds of the Old Royal Naval College.

DLR and Tube - Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich is the nearest DLR station, only 2 minutes walk away from our clinic. Greenwich tube station on the Jubilee Line is at the O2 arena and requires a bus (188) to connect with Greenwich Town Centre.

Train - Greenwich station is located 6 minutes walking distance from the clinic and has only 8 minutes connection from London Bridge by the Southeastern train service.

Bus - Buses 129, 177, 180, 188, 199, 286 & 386 go to Greenwich town centre.

Thames River Boat - Thames Clippers going to Greenwich depart from Waterloo Pier, Embankment Pier, Blackfriars Pier, Bankside Pier, London Bridge Pier, Tower Pier, Canary Wharf Pier, Greenland Pier and Masthouse Terrace Pier.

 

 FAQs

  • Your osteopath first will take a full case history, which includes questions about your previous medical history, accidents, operations, any current health condition, and medication. Next, we will examine the mobility of your spine and assess painful areas, joint mobility, and your posture. After that, we will be able to state a working diagnosis and find any factors contributing to your current complaint. Sometimes examination may include specific systemic health tests e.g. neurological examination, blood pressure, and/ or oxygen level readings. Further on if we decide that osteopathic therapy is appropriate for you, we will inform you about our treatment plan and start the treatment

  • Depending on the injured area, you may be required to get undressed during the appointment. Therefore, you may feel more comfortable in appropriate underwear (please, no thongs). Alternatively, you may prefer to wear e.g. shorts or leggings.

  • We will always do our best to make you feel as comfortable as it is only possible, so it is absolutely okay for you to attend your appointment with a family member and/ or a friend, however, due to the size of the room, I would advise not to be accompanied by more than one person. Also please be aware that the clinic has no waiting area, so they will have to stay with you throughout the whole visit.

  • We are situated on the first floor, so please keep in mind that there will be 1 flight of stairs to climb with of course a fitted handrail for your support and safety. There is unfortunately no disabled access and/or a lift.

    We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

  • All of the osteopathy sessions last around 45 minutes, which would include around 30-40 minutes of the treatment itself during the follow-up appointment.

  • Please give at least 48 hours notice for a cancellation so we can offer the slot to someone else. No-shows and cancellations made within 24 hours will be charged a full appointment fee to cover our costs. Cancellations made between 24-48 hours will be charged 50% appointment fee.

Quality care for your condition is just a phone call away!