Testimonials

“As a concert pianist and conductor, my physique is put under constant strain by the pressures of practice, performance and lots of international travel.  From time to time I need serious help with my muscles and skeletal issues.  Given my profession and the fact that I also suffered injury to my back and neck earlier in my life, this help needs to be given with understanding and sensitivity.  In Damien I have found the perfect balance between strength and this broader understanding of the issues involved.  He treats extremely effectively but at the same time he considers and advises on the bigger picture.  I cannot recommend him highly enough.”
Howard Shelley MBE, 2008 - "I cannot recommend him highly enough."

 

"Going to Damien gave me inspiration and confidence. His positive engagment, constant motivation and skilled treatments got me back playing tennis, which i thought i would never do again. Thank you Damien."

Randa Pettifor, 2008."Damien got me back playing tennis, which I thought I would never do again"

 

Damien Nicol has successfully treated my frozen shoulder which had been a problem for about one year.   I was at my wit's end - not being able to do anything with my left arm .  I was treated by Damien over a three month period and it really helped with mobility of the affected arm.  Damien is a most pleasant and diligent young man and I would not hesitate to recommend him as a general osteopath and also definitely as 'the frozen shoulder' man of London!!
Francesca Evans, Surrey. "The frozen shoulder man of London!!"

 

“Damien is a highly professional and talented osteopath who has treated me and several members of my family and friends for the last 5 years. I have been treated by Damien in Milton Keynes and was delighted when I moved to London and found he had a practice in London too. Past experiences with other osteopaths had made me wary, but Damien’s ability to pinpoint the cause of my neck or back pain and then effectively treat the problem is second-to-none. It is not just the treatment that Damien provides, it is also the aftercare and exercises he teaches you to strengthen your weak areas that makes Damien’s expert knowledge invaluable. Damien has allowed me to live a pain free life, even with back and neck problems. Thank you Damien!”

Katie Todd, London "Damien has allowed me to live a pain free life"

 

“I first saw Damien just over 5 years ago when he was working in Milton Keynes.  I had sustained quite a nasty neck injury, but within 3 visits I was pain free and had complete mobility again!

I was amazed at how quickly he had sorted the problem out and was also impressed by his professionalism and knowledge!  From that point if I had any muscular, joint or movement related problems, Damien was my first port of call.  I have complete confidence in his ability to assess, diagnose and treat any problem that falls within   the area of osteopathy.

Since he stopped working in Milton Keynes I have tried numerous osteopaths in the MK area but they just don’t come close to Damien.  Which is why I whenever I have a problem I will jump on a train and visit him in London – that’s how highly I rate him and also why I would recommend him to anyone who requires the services of a top class osteopath.”
Ian McLaughiln, 2008 - "Top Class Osteopath"

 

For two years I suffered with back pain and spasms. Damien corrected the problem and provided excellent maintenance on a six week cycle; he even listened patiently while I droned on about Arsenal. I was able to experience pain free (back!) golf again.

Jim Godfrey, Headmaster. "I was able to experience pain free golf again."

“Damien Nicol has been treating me since 2003 for a spinal injury.  The original injury occurred when parachuting with the British Army in 1969 (aged 20), leading to my spending many years trying to find a form of treatment that worked for me, but without any great success.  I tried physiotherapy, acupuncture, injections, and finally discovered that osteopathy held out some hope.  However, in 1987 l underwent spinal fusion surgery at the recommendation of a new GP and an orthopaedic consultant.  The success of the surgery can be measured by the fact that within two years l was retired early on ill-health grounds and registered as disabled (aged 40).

In 2005 (aged 56) the injury was compounded by my being involved in a serious road traffic accident.  This lead to a head injury, a neck whiplash, and further damage to my spine.
Of the many medical and remedial specialists that l have seen, Damien Nicol has been an absolute lifeline; he is also the most knowledgeable, the most thorough, the most capable, and the most professional.  Damien always takes the time to identify my specific problems at each consultation, since these can vary from head to toe – quite literally.  I always leave each treatment feeling much more mobile.  I also feel encouraged and enabled to put in the effort myself to assist in the recovery programme. 
Stephen Hough ,  2007 - "Damien Nicol has been an absolute lifeline"

 

Damien Nicol was recommended to me by a close friend who had a chronic hip problem which Damien was able to sort out for him. I am a professional dancer and suffered a back injury whilst performing in a West End show . I went to see Damien who was able to diagnose and treated my condition with extreme competence and without the air of mystery that some therapists have. I felt that i was in touch with how the injury was being treated and i was very satisfied with the results of my treatment.

 " I will continue to have a relationship with Damien as it is a pleasure to find someone with whom one can trust one is in safe hands."
Tam Ward, Professinal dancer.

 

""His ability to see me at incredibly short notice at times convenient
for me made having treatment with Damien a real pleasure.  The first
time we met he did a thorough diagnosis before treating me which was
very re-assuring. I had suffered a serious disc injury needed treatment for a period
of time but it was testament to Damien's dedication, know-how and hard
work that I was back on two feet as soon as possible.

"I owe you a lot."

Oliver Holbourn.

 

We would like to show “our appreciation for your patience, understanding and professional competence in treating our various injuries, aches and pains.  Thanks for everything”
"I find that my treatments with Damien Nicol are a complete tonic, and l look forward to each occasion immensely. “
Jan & Steve Hough, Christmas 2007