Leyton Osteopaths
osteopathy clinic in THE HEART OF leyton, east london
Our Team
Denise Carey - (M.Ost)
Denise Carey obtained a Master's degree in osteopathy from the British College of Osteopathic Medicine. She graduated in 2013 and since then has been working in private practice.
Denise has experience in diagnosing and treating patients with a variety of different conditions.
She has a wide range of knowledge and has a specialist interest in sports injuries, headaches, back, jaw and neck pain.
Denise is a health and fitness enthusiast and researches the latest scientific papers. She is a keen runner and practices Pilates and circuit training three days a week. She also practices yoga and meditation daily.
Andrea Franchini
Andrea graduated with a degree in Sport Science from the University of Parma before continuing his studies in Sports Medicine at Queen Mary University of London. He is a registered member of EREPS.
Having experienced significant spinal problems as a result of sporting injuries in his younger years, Andrea understands first-hand the impact that pain and restricted movement can have on everyday life. Following successful treatment from an osteopath, he developed a passion for rehabilitation and helping others recover from musculoskeletal conditions.
Throughout his career, Andrea has worked across a variety of NHS Trusts, private clinics and fitness facilities, gaining experience treating people from a wide range of backgrounds and with diverse healthcare needs. His knowledge of rehabilitation, exercise and movement allows him to deliver personalised care tailored to each patient's goals.
At Leyton OSteopaths, Andrea specialises in providing IDD Therapy spinal decompression treatments, helping patients with conditions such as disc-related back and neck pain. He is committed to delivering evidence-informed care and continues to expand his expertise through ongoing professional development, including training in Functional Patterns (FP).
Charmy Gajra - (BPT)
Charmy is an HCPC and CSP-registered Physiotherapist dedicated to providing high-quality, evidence-based, and patient-centred care. She specialises in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide range of musculoskeletal, orthopaedic, and neurological conditions. She is also an IDD Therapy (Intervertebral Differential Dynamics Therapy) Specialist, offering advanced non-surgical spinal decompression treatment for patients experiencing chronic neck pain, back pain, disc bulges, herniated discs, sciatica, and degenerative disc disease. Her approach focuses on delivering personalised rehabilitation programmes tailored to each individual’s needs, with the aim of reducing pain, restoring movement, improving function, and supporting long-term recovery and overall wellbeing.
Lukas McDonald (M.Ost)
Lukas McDonald holds a Master's degree in Osteopathy from Swansea Universityand has experience working across sporting, NHS and private healthcare settings.
He is passionate about helping people recover from injury, reduce pain, and return tothe activities they enjoy with confidence.
Lukas has particular interests in nutrition, functional fitness and rehabilitation. His approach to care is holistic, looking at each person as a whole rather than just their symptoms. He combines hands-on osteopathic treatment with tailored exercise and
rehabilitation plans, ensuring that every patient receives a treatment plan specifically designed to meet their individual needs.
Whether you are recovering from an injury, managing chronic pain, or looking to improve your overall fitness, Lukas works collaboratively with every patient to help them achieve their goals.
Georgia Lamb (M.Ost)
Georgia is a graduate of Swansea University. During her training, she worked with a local rugby team, providing soft tissue therapy and pitch-side first aid, which strengthened her practical skills and understanding of injury management.
She is passionate about helping people move freely and supporting them in managing pain, whether related to everyday stresses, injuries, or ongoing conditions. Georgia has a particular interest in incorporating osteopathic practice into the management of everyday aches and pains to improve people’s overall quality of life.
Her approach is holistic and patient-centred. She takes time to listen, understand your lifestyle and health history, and create treatment plans that feel both tailored and effective.
Georgia combines hands-on osteopathic techniques with movement, exercise, and lifestyle advice to support recovery and promote long-term well-being. She enjoys treating a wide range of musculoskeletal concerns, from sports injuries to postural and work-related issues.
Sara Silveira
Sara is a Sports Massage Therapist and osteopathy student with a deep passion for helping people feel better in their bodies and lives. Her journey into bodywork began after years of working in the banking sector, spending long hours sitting at a desk, and later recovering from a knee injury sustained during an obstacle course race (OCR) competition. These experiences sparked a lasting interest in how the body moves, heals, and adapts.
She combines sports massage and deep tissue techniques to relieve tension, support recovery, and restore balance. Whether you're recovering from an injury, managing stress-related tightness, or simply looking to maintain your wellbeing, Sara tailors each treatment to your individual needs.
Sara brings a compassionate, holistic approach to her work—supporting clients in building awareness, confidence, and resilience, both physically and mentally.
Outside the clinic, she enjoys yoga, meditation, and hiking—practices that reflect her deep connection to movement, stillness, and the natural world. Her personal experiences and ongoing osteopathic studies continue to shape her thoughtful, body-aware approach to care.
Cerys Taylor (M.Ost)
Cerys graduated with a Masters of Osteopathy degree from the University College of Osteopathy. She is registered with the General Osteopathic Council (no. 11443) and is a member of the Institute of Osteopathy.
Cerys believes it is essential to take all aspects of a person into consideration to provide the best support and care. She discusses lifestyle factors that may be influencing your health, alongside structural techniques to help bring movement into the body. Whether you’re experiencing lower back pain, or a sports injury, communication, understanding and education are the foundations of every treatment with Cerys.
Her passion is in providing inclusive healthcare. She has worked with a wide range of communities, from people experiencing chronic pain, to those seeking help with women’s health, as well as working in a hospital clinic treating patients with HIV. She has undertaken further training in providing well-informed and comprehensive healthcare to those from the LGBTQIA+ community and believes that everyone has the right to equal healthcare.
Rengin Toprak (M.Ost)
Rengin qualified from the University College of Osteopathy (former British School of Osteopathy), she is registered with the General Osteopathic Council (no. 11205).
Before studying osteopathy Rengin worked as a nanny and Early Year’s
practitioner and leader, where she really enjoyed caring for others. Her interest in human biology and her drive to help people led her to pursue a career in osteopathy.
Throughout her training Rengin worked with patients of different ages, backgrounds, and people suffering with chronic pain conditions, such as HIV.
Rengin uses a variety of techniques in her treatment, including but not limited to soft tissue release, joint articulation, and manipulation, as well as visceral and cranial methods. As Rengin loves expanding her knowledge, she is currently specialising in Women’s health.
Rengin’s achievements are driven by a strong sense of community and her commitment in making a positive change to people’s lives. She is motivated in guiding patients towards healthier lifestyle through high manual therapy skills and advice.
*Rengin is fluent in English, Kurdish and Turkish.*
Shane Morris (M.Ost)
Shane is an experienced osteopath who graduated with a Master of Osteopathy degree from the British School of Osteopathy. He is registered with the General Osteopathic Council (Registration No. 8741) and is a member of the Institute of Osteopathy.
Shane has a specialist interest in the assessment and treatment of intervertebral disc injuries, nerve-related pain and sciatica. He has extensive experience helping patients with persistent back and neck pain, particularly those with disc bulges, disc herniations and degenerative disc conditions. As the clinic's lead practitioners in IDD Therapy spinal decompression, Shane combines advanced non-surgical spinal decompression with osteopathic treatment, rehabilitation and exercise prescription to help patients reduce pain, restore function and return to the activities they enjoy.
Patients often seek Shane's expertise after experiencing ongoing symptoms that have not responded to other treatments. He takes the time to understand the underlying cause of each patient's condition and develops an individualised treatment plan based on the latest evidence and best practice.
Patients describe Shane as friendly, knowledgeable and reassuring. He believes that effective treatment is about more than relieving pain—it is about restoring confidence in movement, improving long-term spinal health and helping people get back to living life without their condition holding them back.
Get In Touch
Feel free to contact us if you have any questions about how osteopathy works, or to arrange an initial assessment appointment. This enables us to discuss the reasons you are thinking of coming to us, and whether we can
help you.
You can also call us on 020 8038 0981 if you would prefer to leave a message or speak to us first. We are happy to discuss any queries or questions you may have prior to arranging an initial appointment.