Welcome to Beverley Palmer
Osteopath Dubai
As the first Osteopath to be professionally registered and licensed by the Dubai Department of Health in 1990, I have been fortunate enough over the years to gain a leading reputation as a go-to Osteopath here in Dubai. With over 30 years of clinical experience, I have been providing many of Dubai’s population with dedicated professional high quality care and assisting everyone to achieve their best possible outcomes.
My focus is to get you out of pain and back to what you love doing quickly and safely and to help you reduce the risk of future issues so you can enjoy your lifestyle for years to come.
People of all ages can come to see me for an appointment whether they are competitive athletes, weekend warriors, desk workers or couch potatoes. Alternatively, it is always possible to phone me to find out more or chat through things first.
I treat a wide range of musculoskeletal problems and my extensive knowledge and skills base help me establish the underlying cause of your pain so that I can tailor a treatment program specifically to you. I am a caring professional who is passionate about Osteopathy and bringing the benefit of it to you and your family.
Who do i treat?
Beverley Palmer
Osteopath Dubai
Beverley is a British Osteopath who graduated from one of the oldest most renowned Osteopathy Colleges in the UK, the British College of Osteopathic Medicine in London. Beverley moved to Dubai in 1990 and has earned a great reputation running her successful Osteopathic practice here ever since. She was the first female Osteopath to practise in Dubai, having worked at General Medical Centre, Infinity Clinic and Keith Nicholl Medical Centre before joining Koster Clinic in November 2022. She is registered with the General Osteopathic Council in the UK and is a member of the Institute of Osteopathy and Academy of Physical Medicine.
Beverley is passionate about the hands-on holistic approach Osteopathy provides. Her qualification gives her extensive understanding of anatomy, physiology, clinical medicine and musculoskeletal dysfunction enabling her to provide the best care and natural pain relief for her patients.
Say Goodbye to Pain
I can help you find a diagnosis and effective solution to achieve long lasting results.
My focus is to get you out of pain and back to what you love doing quickly and safely so you can enjoy your lifestyle for years to come.
Services
Structural Osteopathy
Structural Osteopathy is the most common Osteopathic treatment approach and is the foundation of our training. It involves Osteopaths skilfully applying manual techniques to affect the musculoskeletal system by moving joints, massaging soft tissues and stretching muscles.
Cranial Osteopathy
Cranial Osteopathy is the most gentle of Osteopathic treatment and has been around for many years. It usually involves some treatment of the head but the word Cranial does not mean it is limited to this region as it also used to treat other parts of the body.
Sports
Injuries
Osteopathy works very well for sports injuries and we particularly enjoy the challenging ones which are not getting better with other forms of treatment. Osteopaths don’t just treat the symptoms, we look beyond the injured area to find out why the injury has occurred.
Pre/Post natal
Osteopathy is a safe and effective way of dealing with common pregnancy symptoms enabling a pregnant mum to be at her mechanical optimum for when she gives birth. Pregnancy is a unique experience with enormous physical, chemical and emotional changes taking place over a relatively short period of time.
Children
Your child may also face health challenges as they grow and develop. Bumps, falls and minor injuries are all part of being a child. Osteopathy can be helpful in alleviating any aches and pains following these scrapes and tumbles.
Babies
Babies can go through a lot of stress and mechanical strains during pregnancy and the birthing process for many different reasons. Although birth is a natural process it can be traumatic and any stress during birth can create stress on your child’s system.
FAQs
When you are seen for the first time, you will be asked questions about your symptoms and general medical history which will include any medications you are taking or other factors that may not appear to be directly related. Osteopaths are interested in the history of any illnesses or accidents or trauma as well as any current health issues. This allows us to consider how accidents or mild strains caused by falls or illnesses may have impacted on longstanding back pain or a sports injury. Easing the strain on a rib after a fall from a bike may also be assisted by treatment of the pelvis. If you sprain your ankle, your body may compensate for it by stiffening up in the spine and shoulders so even if your ankle recovers with time, the uneven weight bearing that it caused may be the reason you now have nagging back pain.
I will also be able to advise you if your condition is suitable for Osteopathic treatment or if you need to be referred to a different specialist. I may also refer you if I feel you require necessary medical tests which might include X-rays, scans, and blood tests.
As your Osteopath, I will then conduct an examination and clinical tests. These include diagnostic, orthopaedic or neurological tests, postural assessments and activities or exercises, in order to determine how best to manage your condition.
I will observe your posture and ask you to perform some simple movements to help assess how your body is functioning and why you are experiencing your symptoms. The examination may include passive movements where I move your joints through their range of movement and also active movements where I will ask you to move yourself.
Osteopathy takes a whole of body approach to treatment. I may therefore look at the area that is troubling you as well as other parts of your body. For example if you have a sore knee, I may also look at your ankle, pelvis and back.
I will discuss the prognosis with you and, if treatment is appropriate, what treatment would be recommended. As your Osteopath, I may also provide education and advice to help you manage your condition between treatments. This may include giving you ergonomic advice for your work station or exercises to do at home.
It is recommended that you arrive 10 minutes early for your first Osteopathy consultation to complete your personal data for registration purposes if you are not already an existing patient of the clinic. You will also be asked to sign the consent to treatment form which is a requirement of the Dubai Health Authority.
It is important you feel completely comfortable before and during treatment. It is best to wear appropriate clothing such as leggings, shorts, loose T shirts & trousers etc. Depending on the area of your body requiring treatment, as your Osteopath, I may ask you to undress to your under garments. There is a secure changing area available and towels can be provided for cover as needed.
Bring along any X-rays, scans or test results or previous reports that you may have.
Yes you can have a friend or relative present throughout your consultation and treatment. Please bear in mind that some of the case history questions can be personal so you may prefer to invite them in once this has been taken.
While some Osteopaths exclusively use hands on or manual therapy techniques with their patients, many Osteopaths including myself, also use other complimentary treatment modalities. Therefore I may also use low level laser therapy which is now known as Photobiomodulation therapy, a massage machine called a Vibrocussor and a joint mobilising instrument known as Arthostim to assist your treatment program.
Most osteopathy treatments involve some form of manual therapy and should not cause undue discomfort. If your injuries do require treatment of painful and tender areas, I will inform you and aim to make you as comfortable as possible.
You may experience mild soreness for a day or two after treatment, similar to that felt after mild exercise. This is a completely normal and is a healthy response to treatment and can last anywhere between 24-72 hours.
The first consultation and all follow up treatment sessions last around 30 minutes.
The number of treatments you require depends on the condition being treated and varies from person to person. Generally you would expect to see some changes in your symptoms after one or two visits but you may need several treatments. For acute cases the average number of treatments is 4-6 whilst long term or chronic problems can take longer. You can be assured that I will try to get you better in the shortest amount of time possible.
Following your Osteopathy consultation or treatment, I may feel that additional investigations such as X-ray, scans or blood tests are required to fully diagnose the condition and in this case I will refer you to another health professional to arrange them.
It is important you tell me as your Osteopath if your medical condition changes over time. This includes any new injuries or change of medications.
Most health care providers in Dubai do cover Osteopathy but it is always best to check that yours does. Some insurance companies may require a referral for treatment from a Family Medicine Specialist or other consultant such as an Orthopaedic specialist or a Neurologist.