Philip Waldman
D.O. FSCCO
Practising osteopathy and cranial osteopathy in Chelsea and Brighton & Hove for over 34 years. Treating adults, babies, infants and children.
About Philip
Expert osteopathic care in Chelsea & Brighton
Philip Waldman D.O. FSCCO is a Registered Osteopath and Cranial Osteopath who has practised at Chelsea Natural Health Clinic, 208 Fulham Road, SW10, for over 34 years. He is also co-founder and director of Chelsea Natural Health. Philip holds the Diploma in Osteopathy (D.O.) and is a Fellow of the Sutherland Cranial College (FSCCO) — the highest standing within the cranial osteopathic field. He is registered with the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC), the statutory regulator for osteopaths in the UK.
Philip treats adults, babies, infants, children and pregnant women for a wide range of musculoskeletal and general health conditions. Alongside classical osteopathic techniques, he uses cranial osteopathy, dry needling acupuncture and provides tailored exercises and lifestyle advice. He has a particular clinical interest in the treatment of migraines.
In addition to his Chelsea practice (Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and alternate Saturdays), Philip also sees patients in Brighton & Hove, BN3 on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Treatments
What Philip treats
Philip offers three core areas of treatment, all available at both the Chelsea and Brighton & Hove clinics.
Osteopathy
Hands-on diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions including back and neck pain, sciatica, frozen shoulder, whiplash and sports injuries. Philip also provides dry needling acupuncture as part of his osteopathic practice.
Cranial Osteopathy
A gentle, precise technique used with patients of all ages. Philip is a Fellow of the Sutherland Cranial College and has extensive experience treating babies, infants, children and adults with cranial osteopathy. He also treats flat head syndrome in infants.
Mother & Baby
Specialist ante-natal and post-natal osteopathic care for expectant mothers and newborns. Philip has been treating pregnant women and new-born babies for over 30 years. He works in collaboration with Hannah Waldman BWY, Pregnancy Yoga and Mother & Baby Yoga teacher.
Migraine Treatment
Philip has a special clinical interest in the osteopathic treatment and prevention of migraines. Many migraine sufferers find that osteopathy reduces the frequency and severity of their attacks by addressing underlying musculoskeletal tension and nerve irritation in the neck and upper back.
Conditions treated
Common conditions Philip treats
Philip Waldman sees patients for a broad range of conditions at his Chelsea and Brighton & Hove clinics. Common presentations include:
- Back pain and neck pain
- Migraines and headaches
- Sciatica
- Frozen shoulder
- Neuralgia
- Slipped disc
- Whiplash
- Flat head syndrome
- Arthritic and rheumatic pain
- Sports injuries
- Pregnancy-related back and pelvic pain
- Postural problems
- Digestive problems
- Fibromyalgia
- Muscle spasm and tension
- Growing pains in children
Fees & booking
Consultation prices
Philip is recognised by all major health insurers. You may be able to recover some or all of your treatment costs depending on your level of cover.
Payment: Credit card (inc. Amex), debit card, cash, cheque and bank transfer
Recognised by all major insurers including AXA PPP, BUPA, Exeter Friendly, Prudential, SimplyHealth and Vitality Health. You may be able to recover some or all of your treatment costs depending on your level of cover.
Payment: Cash, cheque and bank transfer
Recognised by all major insurers including AXA PPP, BUPA, Exeter Friendly, Prudential, SimplyHealth and Vitality Health. You may be able to recover some or all of your treatment costs depending on your level of cover.
Clinic locations
Where to find Philip
Chelsea, London SW10
Chelsea Natural Health Clinic
208 Fulham Road
London SW10 9PJ
Close to Chelsea & Westminster Hospital, on the borders of SW10, SW3, SW7, SW6 and SW5.
| Monday | 10:00 – 20:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 – 20:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 – 20:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 – 13:30 (1st & 3rd of month) |
Brighton & Hove, BN3
Philip Waldman Osteopath
Maple Gardens
Hove, BN3
East Sussex
| Tuesday | By appointment |
| Thursday | By appointment |
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