Anne Wilde Osteopath & Practice Principal
Anne Wilde, BSc(Hons) Osteopathy, MSSCO
Anne graduated from Oxford Brookes University in 2004 with a BSc (Hons) Ost and has been working at this practice ever since then. Whilst still a structural osteopath, she has continued study in paediatric and cranial sacral osteopathy with the Sutherland Cranial College and bio dynamics - which aims to offer treatment and support to the patients health to allow them to move out of difficult and painful positions.
She is qualified in Western acupuncture which she uses alongside Osteopathic treatment.
She is trained in Visceral Manipulation with the Barral Institute. This is suitable for all ages and is an integrative approach that assesses and treats the relationships between the viscera and connective tissue, which can result from surgical scarring, adhesions, illness, posture or injury.
Mary Boyle Osteopath
Mary qualified as an Osteopath from the Staffordshire University/ College of Osteopaths with a BSc (Hons) in Osteopathy in 2018. She also holds a BSc (Hons) in Radiography. In addition, she works part-time as a Senior Radiographer with a specialism in Breast Imaging and Breast Procedures. This involves working on the National Breast Screening Programme and dealing with women (and some men) who present with breast symptoms, in the symptomatic clinics. She enjoys this work very much and there are many transferable skills such as patient care, professionalism, and anatomical expertise which she brings to Osteopathy. She has training in image interpretation and would be happy to look at your x-rays or scans for you.
Her hobbies include running and is a member of the Spectrum Striders running club and treats many of her fellow runners and advises them on their various sports injuries. When she lived closer to London, she was part of the St. John Ambulance team treating London marathon runners. One day she may run it herself, though 10 km is the longest she has run so far. She also enjoys singing and is a member of her church Choir.
Fiona Carlisle Osteopath
Fiona graduated in 2016 with a B Ost (Hons) in Osteopathy from Staffordshire University.
She has a BSc (hons) in Sports Science, and has spent the last 20 years working within the fitness industry as a fitness instructor, also working on GP referral and
Cardiac Rehabilitation schemes within the High Peak and Cheshire.
Fiona currently divides her time practicing Osteopathy, and working with Osteopathy students from Derby & Staffordshire Universites as a clinical tutor and teaching assistant for the College of Osteopaths.
Fiona spent many years teaching gymnastics within 3 clubs in the North West, and acted as recreational gymnastics manager during a 2 year contract in New Zealand.
Along with training for her osteopathy degree, she has attended courses in visceral manipulation with the Barral Institute and hopes to continue studying within this field.
She has also recently undertaken courses in Cranial Osteopathy as part of her ongoing CPD.
For many years she has practiced Hatha Yoga, and is also qualified to teach this style of Yoga.
Phil Adshead
Phil Adshead BSc (Hons) Podiatry, MHFST, MSMA (Gold)
Phil’s background is a qualified Sports Therapist with an IIST Diploma in Management of Sports Injuries and Remedial Massage and also a BTEC HNC (Distinction) in Sports Therapy and has been a long standing member of the Sports Massage Association (SMA) and the Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT).
He has been running his own successful Sports Injuries Clinic since 2000 treating a whole range of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions, using a combination of methods including sports massage and Ultrasound and has now brought this expertise into our team here at Congleton Osteopathic Practice.
Over recent years he has been associated closely with Wilmslow Wolves rugby team and Kings School Maccelsfield Rugby department, providing their players with both treatment sessions and on-pitch support.
In July 2018, Phil graduated from University of Salford with a BSc (Hons) in Podiatry. He now specialises in the treatment of the lower limb including routine nail and skin care and biomechanical analysis and can give expert advice and treatment in Podiatry and Chiropody issues.
If you would be interested in a foot health review (especially important for anybody with diabetes or with heart and circulatory issues) then please speak to the receptionist to book an appointment.
Reception Staff
Our receptionists are knowledgeable about the scope of osteopathy and will be pleased to answer your enquiries. They will also redirect your questions to an osteopath where it’s appropriate.
