Meet the Team
Osteopath David Powers and his Associates have been helping resolve the Osteopathic related discomfort and pain of many in the Hendon, Mill Hill, Finchley, Edgware, Stanmore, Bushey and Watford areas since 1996.
David Powers
Clinical Director
Qualifications
BSc (Hons) Ost 1996
Dry Needling Acupuncture Certificate 2000
Animal Manipulation Certificate 1999
David graduated from the British School of Osteopathy in 1996 after a full time BSc (Hons)Ost degree course. After qualifying he worked as an associate Osteopath in a number of established practices, taught at undergraduate level at the British College of Osteopathic Medicine before taking over the Copthall Osteopathic Practice. He now splits his time between clinical practice, administration of his clinic, as well as specialising in the osteopathic treatment of animals.
Furthering his knowledge of Osteopathy through continuing professional development is also a large part of David’s life and he regularly attends lectures, demonstrations and conferences to keep up to date on the latest osteopathic and related topics
David is now in great demand and his client base consists of a large cross section of the public including A-list celebrities and David has been fortunate to treat the cast and crew of Sweeney Todd, The Golden Compass and James Bond – Quantum of Solace.
In his spare time David runs, swims and has recently achieved his 1st Dan in Tai Jutsu, as well as spending time with his family.
Salvatore ‘Sal’ Alu
Associate Osteopath
Qualifications
REPS Level 3 Personal Trainers & Sports Therapy Diploma 2002
BTEC Level 5 Sports & Remedial Massage Therapy Diploma 2012
Medical Acupuncture Certificate 2017
Bachelors Degree in Osteopathy (B.Ost) 2017
T.P.I Level 1 Golf Rehabilitation Certification 2022
Sal’s career began in 2002 working as a Personal Trainer and Sports Massage Therapist in some of the largest and prestigious health clubs in London. He then lectured in Soft Tissue Therapy and gained experience as a Sports Therapist within a football club before graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in Osteopathy.
Since becoming an Osteopath, he has gained clinical experience working in many multi- disciplinary practices alongside experienced Osteopaths, Physiotherapists and Podiatrists involved in elite level sport whilst qualifying in Medical Acupuncture and Golf T.P.I rehabilitation techniques.
With Sal’s multi-disciplinary background he can offer a complete and comprehensive treatment with the aim of relieving your pain as quickly as possible and giving you the tools to ensure your symptoms do not return.
Bryony Whitaker
Qualifications
Bryony joined the team in 2019 as admin support. She has many years of administration experience and also works in customer service.
When not working she loves to spend time with her family.