Meet the Osteopathic Team
Nick White, Nikki Straughan and Philippa Wingate are all fully registered with the General Osteoapthic Council (GOsC) and are members of the Institute of Osteopathy (iO). The iO is the largest membership body of osteopaths in the UK and works to unite, support, develop and promote the osteopathic profession for the benefit of patient health.
Nick White BOst (graduated from the British School of Osteopathy) established The White Practice, Nailsworth in 2007. Nick’s interest in osteopathy began following his own injury in a car accident, where osteopathy played a huge part in his recovery. With over 20 years in practice since he began his five year training as an osteopath, Nick is still fascinated by the human body and its ability to adapt and recover.
Nick enjoys treating all ages, employing a range of techniques – Nick is also qualified to treat using LLLT (Low Level Laser Therapy) – see Laser Treatment page for more information.
In addition to human practice, Nick is a qualified Animal Osteopath, treating horses, dogs and small animals. Nick runs a small animal clinic from The White Practice in Nailsworth – please email [email protected] if you would like further information, or to book an appointment for your horse or small animal.
Outside of work, Nick is always keen to be outdoors, enjoying horse-riding with his daughters and competes in horse-back archery.
Nick enjoys treating all ages, employing a range of techniques – Nick is also qualified to treat using LLLT (Low Level Laser Therapy) – see Laser Treatment page for more information.
In addition to human practice, Nick is a qualified Animal Osteopath, treating horses, dogs and small animals. Nick runs a small animal clinic from The White Practice in Nailsworth – please email [email protected] if you would like further information, or to book an appointment for your horse or small animal.
Outside of work, Nick is always keen to be outdoors, enjoying horse-riding with his daughters and competes in horse-back archery.
Nikki Straughan has been with the practice since 2008. She treats the whole family but is our go-to practitioner dealing with the youngsters (she began her career treating babies and children at the UKs leading paediatric clinic, the Osteopathic Centre for Children).
Nikki uses a combination of structural and cranial techniques so expect a very hands-on approach to treatment, plus advice on what to do (and what to avoid)!
You should also expect to play an active part in your own recovery….Nikki is an advocate for lifelong regular exercise playing tennis, cycling and swimming in local lakes & rivers when not working. Along with Philippa, Nikki is a trained Pilates instructor and routinely recommends Pilates-based exercises to aid recovery. As well as treating babies and children, Nikki has a special interest in headaches and whiplash-related disorders.
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Philippa Wingate trained at Swansea University where she obtained a first class Masters degree in Osteopathy (M.Ost) before undertaking postgraduate training in Animal Osteopathy. She enjoys treating using a wide variety of techniques, from mobilisation and manipulation to gentler soft tissues and cranial techniques, tailoring treatment to each individual. She has a special interest in hyper-mobility and fibromyalgia, having written her dissertation on the latter. As a keen mountain biker, horse rider and rock climber, Philippa also has an interest in sports injuries.
Philippa is also qualified in the use of Low Level Laser therapy for both humans and animals, is a fully trained Pilates instructor and has undertaken training with the Sutherland College of Cranial Osteopathy. Philippa has a keen interest in research and is currently undertaking a PhD with Hartpury University where she is researching the effects of Osteopathic treatment on horses. |
