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About Richard
Osteopath since 1995, Chartered Physiotherapist, and practitioner of Mechanical Link, cranial osteopathy and NIS.
About us & historyEst. practice · Langham, Essex
Traditional osteopathy with a gentle hand
A family-run countryside clinic under Richard C. M. Kemp — Mechanical Link, cranial osteopathy and related methods, chosen for efficacy, safety and comfort, for patients of every age.
In practice since 1995
No high-velocity thrust
From infants to the elderly
Since 1995
In practice
GOsC
Registered
MCSP
Physiotherapist
The clinic
A quiet country practice
Not a hurried city clinic — a family-run practice in Langham, where patients are given time and careful attention.
Explore the clinic
Care, thoughtfully given
Precise, gentle treatment — explained clearly, so you always know what to expect.
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What to expect
Your first visit explained step by step — history, examination, consent and gentle treatment.
Read the guide
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Mechanical Link
A French osteopathic method that restores balance in the fascial network — precise and remarkably gentle.
How it works
Richard C. M. Kemp
D.O. · MCSP · MROF.
Osteopath since 1995
Osteopath since 1995
Our approach
Careful treatment, without force
Richard prefers methods that are thorough and comfortable rather than the old high-velocity thrust approach — treatment chosen to suit each patient, from sports people and expectant mothers to babies and the elderly.
- Mechanical Link osteopathy (France)
- Cranial osteopathy & Midline approach
- Neurological Integration System (NIS)
- Ergonomic advice and exercises where helpful
Who we help
Patients of every age
Gentle methods allow care to be tailored for sports people, expectant mothers, children and the elderly.
Adults
Pain, mobility & recovery
Sports
Performance & injury support
Pregnancy
Comfort through change
Children
Babies & growing bodies
Patient story
A patient's letter
For 25 years I suffered restricted movement, pain and discomfort from a whiplash injury. I tried everything: painkillers, physio, acupuncture and a curious neck stretching apparatus. Then I heard about cranial osteopathy. I found Richard Kemp’s telephone number and am still seeing him regularly after 8 years. He keeps my neck moving and pain free. I can’t remember when I last took an analgesic for discomfort in my neck.
Credentials
Properly registered
A regulated practice with training both in this country and abroad.
General Osteopathic Council
UK statutory regulator
HCPC
Health Professions Council
CSP · MCSP
Chartered Physiotherapist
Institute of Osteopathy
Professional membership
Also: NIS register · Royal Society of Medicine · Sutherland Cranial College pathway · France Ministry of Health (DRASS)
Visit us
A country clinic, with parking
The Langham Osteopathic & Physiotherapy Clinic is on Old Mill Road, Langham, Colchester, Essex CO4 5NX — open weekdays 9am to 6pm.
Reception is managed by Valérie, who will take your call and help arrange your visit.
Easy car parking
Private insurance welcome
Family-run
How to find us
To make an appointment
Please telephone the clinic. We shall gladly advise whether osteopathy or physiotherapy may help — and always treat you in the most comfortable way we know.