Sandra Blampied Osteopath

Sandra trained as an Osteopath at Oxford Brookes University and is registered with the General Osteopathic Council and a member of the British Osteopathic Association.

Sandra has previously completed a BSc(Hons) in Equine Science at Hartpury College during which time she developed an interest in the injury and rehabilitation of the equine athlete. On completing her degree she gained a position working within the College’s well renowned . It was whilst working at the centre that her interest in Osteopathy developed, initially in its use as a treatment with horses but growing into a keen interest on how it can help riders as well. Combining her knowledge of both the equine and human body Sandra offers a unique service to riders, by helping  riders function better this automatically improves the horses way of going.

As well as treating athletes, in particular horse riders, Sandra also enjoys helping a wide range of patients but in particular those with long term conditions such as arthritis or chronic fatigue.

Away from osteopathy Sandra has previously ridden and competed to Elementary/Medium level dressage with her own horse. She  also enjoys mountain biking. She competed in the first women’s only mountain biking race “Stilettos on Wheels” in September 2012 gaining a respectable 12th place against some stiff competition including the Swedish National Champion!