
Jimmy Michael
BSc (Hons) Osteopathy, BSc (Hons) Sports & Exercise Science, Dip. Sports Massage, Dip. Medical Acupuncture
Jimmy Michael is a UK osteopath, registered with the General Osteopathic Council since 2012, and co-founder and senior lecturer of OMT Training in London. He first graduated in Sports & Exercise Science, completed his sports and remedial massage diploma at the London School of Sports Massage, and went on to qualify in osteopathy, medical acupuncture and advanced spinal manipulation.
Jimmy runs Osteon Therapies, a multidisciplinary clinic in central London, where he treats office workers, professional footballers and Formula One drivers. A hands-on practitioner, he combines manipulation, articulation and medical acupuncture to reduce pain and restore function.
With Giles Gyer he has co-written six books on dry needling, spine and joint articulation, and osteopathic and chiropractic technique (2016–2025). He has taught across Europe, Asia and the Middle East, worked with the medical teams of clubs including Liverpool FC, Manchester City FC and Southampton FC, and run courses for physiotherapy and sports therapy graduates at the University of Bradford and the University of Manchester.
Jimmy Michael
BSc (Hons) Osteopathy, BSc (Hons) Sports & Exercise Science, Dip. Sports Massage, Dip. Medical Acupuncture
Jimmy Michael is a UK osteopath, registered with the General Osteopathic Council since 2012, and co-founder and senior lecturer of OMT Training in London. He first graduated in Sports & Exercise Science, completed his sports and remedial massage diploma at the London School of Sports Massage, and went on to qualify in osteopathy, medical acupuncture and advanced spinal manipulation.
Jimmy runs Osteon Therapies, a multidisciplinary clinic in central London, where he treats office workers, professional footballers and Formula One drivers. A hands-on practitioner, he combines manipulation, articulation and medical acupuncture to reduce pain and restore function.
With Giles Gyer he has co-written six books on dry needling, spine and joint articulation, and osteopathic and chiropractic technique (2016–2025). He has taught across Europe, Asia and the Middle East, worked with the medical teams of clubs including Liverpool FC, Manchester City FC and Southampton FC, and run courses for physiotherapy and sports therapy graduates at the University of Bradford and the University of Manchester.

About Jimmy Michael
- Registered Osteopath: Registered with the General Osteopathic Council (UK) since 2012.
- Co-founder & Senior Lecturer, OMT Training: Teaches manipulation, articulation and dry needling courses for physiotherapists, osteopaths and sports therapists, with more than 15 years of teaching experience.
- Clinical Director, Osteon Therapies: Runs a multidisciplinary clinic in central London treating office workers, professional footballers and Formula One drivers.
- Elite Sport: Has worked with the medical teams of Liverpool FC, Manchester City FC and Southampton FC, and run courses for the NHS.
- Author of Six Books (with Giles Gyer): Dry Needling for Manual Therapists (2016); Spine and Joint Articulation for Manual Therapists (2016); Osteopathic and Chiropractic Techniques for Manual Therapists (2017); Advanced Osteopathic and Chiropractic Techniques for Manual Therapists (2020); Osteopathic and Chiropractic Techniques for the Foot and Ankle (2023); Adaptive Osteopathic and Chiropractic Techniques for Manual Therapists (2025).
- Research: Co-author of a review on the neurophysiological effects of spinal manipulation (Journal of Integrative Medicine, 2019).
- International Teaching: Has taught in Europe, Asia and the Middle East, and at the University of Bradford and the University of Manchester.
- Qualifications: BSc (Hons) Osteopathy; BSc (Hons) Sports & Exercise Science; Diploma in Sports & Remedial Massage; Diploma in Medical Acupuncture; Diploma in Advanced Spinal Manipulation.

Faculty at a Glance
- Nationality
- United Kingdom
- Based In
- London, United Kingdom
- Professional Title
- BSc (Hons) Osteopathy, BSc (Hons) Sports & Exercise Science, Dip. Sports Massage, Dip. Medical Acupuncture
- Current Position
- Co-founder & Senior Lecturer, OMT Training | Clinical Director, Osteon Therapies
- Institution / Organisation
- OMT TRAINING
- Languages
- English
Areas of Expertise
Jimmy's clinical and educational expertise spans a broad range of healthcare disciplines, with a particular focus on evidence-based practice.
Co-founder & Senior Lecturer, OMT Training | Clinical Director, Osteon Therapies
Meet Your Faculty
Watch a short message from Jimmy Michael as they introduce their teaching philosophy and what you can expect from their upcoming sessions.
Upcoming Courses & Webinars
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Basic & Advanced Spinal & Peripheral Manipulation Course
November 7 – November 8, 2026 • Saudi German Hospital, Al Barsha, Dubai


Basic & Advanced Spinal & Peripheral Manipulation Course
May 22 – May 23, 2027 • NMC Royal Medical Centre, MBZ City, Abu Dhabi


Basic & Advanced Spinal & Peripheral Manipulation Course
November 6 – November 7, 2027 • Al Barsha, Dubai
Learning Moments
A window into the immersive learning experiences Jimmy Michael delivers across hands-on workshops, clinical demonstrations, and international educational events.
Basic & Advanced Spinal & Peripheral Manipulation Course
Basic & Advanced Spinal & Peripheral Manipulation Course
Basic & Advanced Spinal & Peripheral Manipulation Course
Basic & Advanced Spinal & Peripheral Manipulation Course
Basic & Advanced Spinal & Peripheral Manipulation Course
Basic & Advanced Spinal & Peripheral Manipulation Course
Basic & Advanced Spinal & Peripheral Manipulation Course
Basic & Advanced Spinal & Peripheral Manipulation CourseWhat Participants Say
Hear from professionals who have attended Jimmy's sessions across the region.
Video Testimonials


Dr. Kumaraguruparan
Assistant Professor


Zehra Mehtab
Physiotherapist


Mario Paolo
Physical Therapist


Yasir Arafat Khan
Physiotherapist


Jocelyn
Physiotherapist
What Participants Say
Hear from professionals who have attended Jimmy's sessions across the region.


Dr. Kumaraguruparan
Assistant Professor


Zehra Mehtab
Physiotherapist


Mario Paolo
Physical Therapist


Yasir Arafat Khan
Physiotherapist


Jocelyn
Physiotherapist
