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Look after your Psoas and your back pain

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Almost all my patients that have lower back pain also have a tight Psoas. There is quite a lot written about this muscle and its close neighbour the iliacus but most of my patients are unaware of its role in their posture and how it can play a role in their back pain.

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1st February 2016

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Great professional, Hugo helped me a lot relieving my back pain. After one session with him I could already notice improvement and was given exercises to do at home in order to improve faster. He understands pain and has helped me greatly getting back to work. I strongly recomend him.

Hugo, is a consummate professional who has introduced me to new techniques to alleviate stiffness in various areas of my body.

Preparing for a significant cycling sportive in a short space of time left me with some painful tension due to stiffness down my right side. After a combination of exercises, acupuncture and deep work on problem muscles I am know in much better shape and able to continue training without discomfort. Hugo took the time to understand my circumstances, not only of my training but also my general lifestyle situation before deciding on the best course of action. I wholeheartedly recommend Hugo if you have similar issues, whether sports related or not.

I had a sore hip for two years after an injury sustained in a marathon, I had visited lots of physiotherapists. Hugo was the first to accurately diagnose my issue which led to a hip operation and supported my rehab post-op, he provided excellent rehab exercises that supported my return to fitness. I intermittently go back for a reset and always find him to be knowledgeable and I always feel more mobile after my appointments.

I went to Hugo for a shoulder injury, and I am now pain free. I had four sessions, and with each one I noticed a massive improvement. He gave me exercises and tips I could follow at home, and by following these and attending the sessions I’m happy to say my shoulder is healed. I would highly recommend him

Hugo was fantastic! I had a troublesome shoulder that had been plaguing me for about 5 years, to the point I couldn't raise my arm laterally above shoulder height, struggled to sleep on that side, couldn't do press-ups and even struggled to do up my bra. Hugo gave great advice and suggestions to get the process working and exercises to work on at home, and within about 4 visits the movement of my shoulder was significantly improved. I can now use my shoulder to the full extent.I had given up hope that my shoulder would ever work as it should - thank you Hugo, you've given my shoulder back!!

Exelente and very professional.

I went to Hugo with extreme back pain and am thoroughly pleased with the treatment I received. Hugo was brilliant at not only treating me during my visits, but also providing me with exercises to do at home to keep the pain at bay. Can't recommend enough.

Hugo is very professional , friendly and very good. He was very helpful in providing the right exercises to help me.

Great treatment- always feel better directly afterwards and exercises easy to follow and aiming to get me managing myself.

I was recommended to Hugo and have gone on to also recommend. As well as ‘fixing’ me Hugo makes you feel very at ease, his approach is very comprehensive, he doesn’t pressure you with suggestions of multiple visits and provides self-help exercises and follow up video links to assist in your recovery.

I have been to many over the years, never fixed me.Then I met Hugo, and after a few sessions, I am a new man!Highly recommend!

I had suffered with lower back ache for a couple of years and seen a chiropractor, a sports masseuse and through the NHS had a back X-ray. Nothing seemed to help and I’d pretty much been told it was something, due to my age, that I’d have to learn to live with and manage.Not willing to accept that I sought a treatment with Hugo. In the initial consultation Hugo undertook a full body assessment which is when he noticed my right hip was very tight and suspected my lower back was taking over and doing the work the hip should be doing which was why it was getting over used and tired, tight and aching.In that first treatment he worked on my right leg and hip loosing it all off and gave me a set of exercises to do daily.From that day on my lower back ache has got better and better to the point that it’s pretty much gone.After just one treatment!We did have a follow up but just to make sure the hip stayed loose and I was doing the correct movements for the exercises I’d been given.Based on that I couldn’t recommend Hugo enough and hope others get to benefit from his insight as much as I have.

Hugo is very skilled, personable, empathic and keen to help you get better. His advice for exercises and lifestyle adjustments in between sessions was easy to follow and as helpful as the osteopathic interventions themselves. Highly recommended!

I went to see Hugo with acute lower back pain and he quickly and effectively found the reasons and worked on helping getting me back playing football. He also built me a programme of exercise to help sort my long-term issues.Hugo is a very knowledgable and approachable osteopath and I can highly recommend his professionalism to anyone. Thanks Hugo!

Hugo is an outright miracle worker - I went to him with a strained neck and an impinged tendon. With 2 treatments and following his recommendations and I was pain free in a few days.

Hugo recently treated my wife , Maureen for Sciatica on the right sideThis is a terrible condition , and very painfulHugo sorted this out very quicklyA big thank you to Hugo who is an excellent Osteopathand we would definitely recommend him

Very nice man Hugo help me dealing with a very bad twisted ankle the doctors said it will take 3 months to heal but with Hugo massages and exercises he help me and put me back walking in 4 weeks.I’m very grateful for Hugo help.

I went there with unbearable neck and shoulder pain . To the point that I was thinking this will never get better. After few sessions , with The exercises and hot and cold showers . it’s like I Never had it .Thank you so much .

Hugo is a magician - absolutely recommend without reservation.

Hugo is really good, the best ostheopath I consulted in Surbiton. He is always keen to help and gives you exercises to make sure your pain doesn't come back in the future. I went to see Hugo for back pain following pregnancies and he always sorts my problem within a couple of sessions. I definitely recommend.

Through assessment Hugo quickly identified the key areas that needed treatment and my range of movement in my neck and shoulders was noticeably improved after the first session. Hugo also suggested an achievable stretching programme to compliment the treatment he was giving. He is personable and efficient and I would highly recommend his services.

Hugo provided a quick and clear analysis of the underlying issue, allowing for a rapid relief of the pain and activities for long term resolution of my back pain. Would recommend.

I recently gave myself a hip injury through weight training that restricted the movement in my hip. Hugo Firth at the Osteopathy Partnership gave me an excellent and articulate appraisal of my injury and manipulated it back into its correct position. I have been back training for 2 months now and have had no further problems. A truly professional service.

Highly recommend, Hugo is extremely knowledgeable and has been a great help. Have been several times and always recommend to friends and family. Every visit always makes me feel better and Hugo is very good at helping with recovery.

I have no hesitation in recommending Hugo. I have always found him to be immensely encouraging and understanding of my health issues with a cheery can do attitude. Hugo has been a great help with my mobiilty issues and the difference he has made to my posture has been nothing short of astounding! Julia

I saw Hugo when i was experiencing severe lower back pain. He saw me promptly and after talking through the problem and examining me, he gave me a series of very helpful exercises and targets to reach. After 3 sessions with further treatments and stretching exercises my pain was gone. Hugo was very knowledgable and professional and I would highly recommend him to others and will use him again if i have any other issues.

Amazing results from the treatment Hugo has given me with the help of Shock Wave Therapy on my frozen shoulder. The sound and pressure using this treatment felt strange initially but by the second session I got used to it and felt a definite improvement. I had already had a very painful frozen shoulder on the other side which took time to resolve and included a steroid injection and heavy pain killers throughout. This time, the healing using Shock Wave Therapy was so much quicker and I did not take any pain killers, anti-inflammatory or have an injection. After each session my range improved and I had better nights with less pain. By session 5 the nights were pain free and I could at last have a full night’s sleep. I would highly recommend discussing this treatment with Hugo.Veronique

I dont believe in quick fixes but i was in agony with my lower back and had to drive to croatia so thought i had nothing to lose. So glad i went after only 3 treatments i felt a big relief. And since following the exercises my back feels stronger. Thank you once again peter

Hugo is so knowledgable, he is able to identify issues and make instant improvements. His follow up exercises and care are excellent. I highly recommend him.

I went to see Hugo as I had developed both Upper and Lower Back Pain that had built up over time. The pain was inhibiting me from playing golf comfortably, as well as running. Hugo was able to quickly identify the source of the pain and apply treatment as well as giving me some exercises to take away and work on daily. Along talking me through the exercises in person, Hugo also provided video links to the exercises which were very handy and were there as a resource to call upon if/when needed. To be able to identify, manage and treat the source of the back pain has greatly help me to continue the forms of exercising the pain was previously preventing me from doing

I recently attended osteopathy sessions for neck and severe head pain at Osteopathy Partnership and found Hugo Firth learned and professional, regarding my condition. Even after my first session, my severe pain(s) felt less relentless. Hugo’s approach was not only theoretical but immensely practical in enabling me to understand the cause of my pain. I felt assured that with his osteopathic support and my focusing on regular exercise, I could alleviate neck and head pain and cope sensibly with my condition.

Superb professional practice. Hugo is extremely helpful, calm, gets swiftly to the root of the problem and offers clear guidance for exercises. Thoroughly recommended.

Great Osteopath , Very HelpfulHave been using Hugo for a number of yearsWould Recommend

I highly recommend Hugo. He provided me with great support and help when I hurt my lower back. He really listened and tailored my treatment and exercises. Without him my recovery would have taken much longer.

Hugo is very thorough in identifying issues you have and then providing the best treatment plan. He give la excellent advice and my experience has always been great. I would thoroughly recommend trying his services to anyone.

Hugo is fantastic - very easy to talk to, very knowledgeable and provides practical solutions. I had a frozen shoulder and within 5 sessions (over 5 weeks) it was completely better. Top bloke.

I was recommended to Hugo by a friend having given up with a different Osteo I went to previously. Greatly appreciated the time taken to discuss and understand, with pain relief massage and 'miracle' acupuncture that really works, but most important is the simplest of quick and easy hip flexor exercises has made a massive difference to my back along with an ongoing programme of strengthening and lengthening. Highly recommended!

I have a number of issues with various parts of my body, neck, back, knees. Hugo not only solves any issues as they arise but also provides excercises and guidance to stop issues arising again in the future. This week I managed to cause myself a knee injury through running, I was in a lot of pain while walking. After seeing Hugo the pain is all gone and the knee feels great. I highly recommend Hugo, but I hope not too many people go in case I can't get an appointment! I would also add that there is never any pressure to have more sessions than is needed, as I have experienced in the past from other places.

I had a month of severe lower back and hip pain prior to my appointment with Hugo. Tried sports massages, another osteo and acupuncture and nothing helped. I don't know what Hugo did exactly but I felt almost completely right the moment I walked out of the treatment room! Highly recommended!

I have had chronic pain for 2 years before seeing Hugo. I had tried many things: physiotherapy, lumbar injection, acupuncture and massage. Some worked to a certian extent but I always reached a point in which they were not improving things further. Hugo, on top of alleviating my symptoms with some very good treatments, clearly explained what my main problem was and introduced me to some exercises that did magic. I'm not still a"normal" person but my life has improved massively and I will never thank him enough.

Hugo treated me for back pain and showed me some exercises which would build my glutes AND help me activate them (something another physio had t checked was actually happening)… so I was able to continue exercising and I built more strength in my body to protect against future injury. .

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