Netherne Osteopathic Practice
Netherne Osteopathic Practice
Matthew brings over 24 years of combined NHS and private practice experience to Netherne Osteopaths, which he founded in 2012. His career spans clinical practice, education and national leadership.
With specialist interests in sports injuries, self‑management, and the treatment of arthritis, Matthew’s work focuses on empowering patients with practical, sustainable strategies for long‑term health. He is also a qualified Pilates instructor, allowing him to integrate movement, manual therapy and evidence‑based adjuncts into his treatment approach. Committed to continual professional development, Matthew regularly undertakes advanced training to ensure his practice reflects the most contemporary, evidence‑based osteopathic methods.
As a former Director at the charity Arthritis Action, Matthew oversaw a network of more than 160 therapists across the UK. As Associate Director for the Institute of Osteopathy, the professional association for UK osteopaths, he worked closely with regulators, universities and the research community to strengthen national standards across the profession. He held a Fellowship with the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) and completed a secondment with NHS England as National Education and Transformation Lead, roles that highlight his influence on national policy, education and clinical quality.
In October 2024, Matthew received the Chief Allied Health Professional Officer’s Gold Award for Excellence, recognising his outstanding contribution to UK healthcare and his dedication to advancing osteopathic practice.
MEET OUR OSTEOPATH
Our promise to you:
Our practice aims to provide each of our patients with a consistently high quality of osteopathic care. In order to assist us in demonstrating this commitment, we have implemented the Institute of Osteopathy's Patient Charter to illustrate the standards you can expect from our team.
In the interest of your health, it is important for you to understand all the information given to you. Please ask questions if you are unsure of anything.
Matthew Rogers - BSc (Hons) Ost, MBA, MICB
Registered Osteopath
What to expect from your first appointment
If you haven't been to an osteopath before, attending your first appointment may seem a little daunting. That’s why we have put together the following fact-sheet to explain exactly what to expect. If you have any other concerns, please contact the practice by phone prior to attending your first appointment.
What happens on my first session?
At the start of your first appointment, your osteopath will ask you to tell them about your problem. They will ask questions about your medical history and lifestyle as well as your symptoms. This is very important as it will help them to make an accurate diagnosis and suggest appropriate treatment. They will write down what you say in your medical records. These will be kept confidential in conjunction with the General Data Protection Regulation 2018.
The osteopath will need to examine the area(s) of your body causing discomfort. Sometimes the cause of the problem may be in a different area to the pain. For example, a difference in leg length may result in compensations in the upper back which might result in neck pain. As a result, the osteopath may need to examine your whole body.
The osteopath will need to feel for tightness in the muscles and stiffness in the joints and may need to touch these areas to identify problems. They may use a variety of techniques including gentle articulation, manipulation, and massage, and may provide advice and exercises aimed at reducing the likelihood of recurrence. They will explain what they are doing as they go alone. If you are uncomfortable with any part of this, you have the right to ask them to stop at any stage without prejudicing your future treatment.
Will I need to get undressed?
In order to examine you effectively, it may be necessary for your osteopath to ask you to remove some clothing as appropriate for the condition. If this is a problem for you, make your osteopath aware of this, and discuss whether it might be appropriate for them to treat you while you wear shorts and a t-shirt.
How many treatments will I need?
The osteopath will suggest a course of treatment, which may require several visits. They may be able to give you an estimate of how often they need to see you and any associated costs by the end of the first session. They will ask for your permission to provide treatment and you may be asked to sign a consent form.
Most osteopaths will begin your treatment at your first appointment, but sometimes they may require further tests first i.e. blood tests or scans. Occasionally they may diagnose an illness that they are unable to treat and may suggest that you consult your GP or another appropriate health professional.
Does it hurt?
You may experience mild discomfort after the session, but osteopathic treatment is usually a very gentle process. Your osteopath will let you know if any discomfort is likely and it can be helpful to let them know what you are feeling. If pain persists after treatment, contact your osteopath for advice.
Can I bring someone with me?
You are welcome to bring someone with you for all or part of your consultation. Children should always be accompanied by a parent or guardian.