Elementary health Michael Parr is great at his job!! There's no corners cut when it comes to keeping his practice clean from covid and definitely none cut when it comes to care of his patients. I saw a chiropractor previous to Michael who couldn't manipulate my neck easily and would leave my neck sore from trying. Michael gets it right first time every time and takes his time in making sure your comfortable through out the manipulation process. He takes time every session at the start listening to how my time has been between the last visit and evaluates with me the problems and how we can deal with them. I got told before by my chiropractor that I'd be fixed in this amount of time and if I saw her this many times each month we would get there quicker. Which was all lies and I was pressured into booking sessions every time we finished one and the quicker the better. There's none of this with Michael. He allows you to book sessions in your own time through their site which is very easy and there's no pressure doin it. He's been completely honest in what it's going to take to fix my issues and give me guidance in how much he wants to see me, highlighting that he wants to get more space between our sessions soon as possible so my issues can be resolved by me doing my exercises he's shown me and not through me having to keep paying money. The exercises we do each session he gives so much detail into how it's done and really pushes you for perfection. You can tell he takes a lot of pride in his work and treats his patients with a lot of respect not just trying to squeeze as much money out of you ass possible. You can also tell he is highly knowledgeable in his field and strives to know as much as possible and be the best he possibly can be. I'd recommend Michael to anyone looking to solve their muscular skeletal problems because he will definitely get you on the road to recovery. read more

The main things for me that make Michael stand out compared to my own experience of other practitioners are: 1) he is incredibly generous with his time; 2) he allows you to become confident enough in fixing your own problems; 3) he is able to demonstrate a phenomenal amount of knowledge and detail of his subject area (we're talking an insane number of points on the Mastermind specialist subject round!) Whilst I hope 1) and 3) are self-explanatory(!) a bit more on the second point - previous experience for me as someone who is recovering from M.E. is that I would have some treatment done (either the Perrin Technique or an adjustment in my spine) and because I usually felt better after this, a thought pattern forms in thinking that this will be the sole thing that fixes you and that you need to keep attending appointments for this same 'quick-fix'. What Michael has taught me through some very vigorous exercises is a far better long-term approach, that I am able to care for my own body better, and do not need to rely on someone else fixing the problem for me all the time. This has been a powerful and important step as part of my recovery journey. Another thing that I am also grateful to Michael for is that he does not settle for average results and is always pushing me to do things better, for example the way I might lie in a certain posture whilst receiving treatment, which ultimately is better for my body and recovery. The fact that I travel an hour and a half journey there and back each time to have a session with Michael hopefully speaks for itself, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone! read more

Michael is an outstanding professional and is at the top of his field. After struggling with a debilitating injury, preventing me from running for around 8 months, having had regular physiotherapy and osteopathy at other practices at home, I made an appointment with Michael in Cambridge. I am now back to running, with no setbacks at all. Furthermore, he has corrected a profound curve in my back that I have had since childhood, which all professionals I had seen previously said was untreatable - in just two months! Michael has a extensive and unique skillset, allowing him to diagnose complex conditions at their root cause, and create highly tailored rehab programs suited to the patient; far beyond what you might expect from a standard physio or osteopath. As well as the comprehensive skillsets of physiotherapists and osteopaths, he has extensive training in dynamic neuromuscular stabilisation (DNS), a cutting-edge field at the forefront of physiotherapy; which applies current knowledge of the of the neuromuscular system, and its involvement in exercise and injury. Michael's extensive knowledge of neuroscience further allows him to apply this technique intuitively - with incredible results. read more

Upon developing an inguinal hernia I sought help regarding what I could do to minimise the chance of more damage before a surgical repair, how to best recover from the repair and if there was anything I could do to prevent it happening again. I was recommended Michael, and in particular his knowledge of Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS). Prior to meeting Michael I had never visited an osteopath and knew alarmingly little about how I moved. Michael's support has been fantastic throughout. From the enlightening initial assessment, through each subsequent appointment, he has demonstrated great understanding, both technically and on a personal level. His attention to detail and accurate observation have scaled the exercises to my increasing ability as time has progressed and I can feel notable improvements in my movement. His guidance is holistic, considered and well explained -- a combination that seems unusually thorough and hard to find. As I write this I'm two days post surgery, recovering surprisingly well and feeling significantly more confident that I'm in a better place than I would have been if had I not worked with Michael. read more

My teenage daughter has been having the Perrin Technique with Michael Parr for seven months for her ME/CFS. From our first appointment, Michael was very thorough, professional and knowledgeable, and ensured we were informed about all aspects of the treatment. When my daughter began her treatment, she was in the middle of a big ME crash and barely able to get out of bed. Michael has treated her kindly and respectfully throughout her treatment, which made her feel comfortable in her sessions. Seven months on, she has improved significantly, just as Michael said she would! She had so many debilitating symptoms and many of these have reduced. It has been such a relief to see her physical and mental health improve from the treatment, it is like she has been reset and I have my daughter back. It has been fascinating learning about the science behind the Perrin Technique and why it works, and Michael has also advised us about supplements, exercises, how to manage her energy, and changes we can make around the house to reduce her toxic load. We are so glad we found Michael and highly recommend his clinic. read more

Don't hesitate to see Michael at Elementary Health.  I've been seeing him on and off for several years, mainly for core strengthening, but having shielded through lockdowns I became more physically weak. 4 months ago saw Michael again and started with strengthening exercises. I have several joint replacements, fibromyalgia, osteo and rheumatoid arthritis, developed scoliosis in several parts of my spine and this year a nerve in my spine became trapped causing pain and numbness.  At my next appointment Michael suggested an MRI scan of my spine which my Rheumatology team organised for me and I forwarded the report, which showed the cause, to Michael.  My exercises now are designed to support my whole body and straighten my spine. In addition to pain scoliosis caused a 2 inch height loss which I am now regaining at the age of 68! Michael's knowledge of the body is phenomenal, he is always professional but friendly and easy to talk to. Treatment is designed specifically for the problems of each patient, no 'one fits all'.  I highly recommend him. read more

I am really grateful for Michael's help. Been struggling with severe neck/back pain for almost two years, which always seemed to come back no matter what I did, and it seems like I have finally found the right solution. Just from three sessions I saw great improvements, as Michael not only provides osteopathic manipulations, but teaches me simple, but effective exercises which I then continue doing at home. They train my body and brain to eventually remember the correct posture, which makes the pain go away without depending on professionals all the time, and I really like that about Michael's approach. I also really appreciate the fact that even out of sessions I can reach out if I need to, ask questions to make sure I am doing the exercises right, and Michael always provides very informative and helpful feedback. He is really friendly and approachable and a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend his services. read more

I have seen many osteopaths and physiotherapists about my hip and groin pain for many years, in Germany as well as in Cambridge, and I must say I have never met anyone as competent and knowledgeable as Michael Parr at Elementary Health. He does not just do his job, his heart is in his work. He goes to seminars, talks and workshops around the world and he is really engaged and committed whilst treating me. What I am most impressed by is how thoroughly he does the exercises with me. Nothing escapes his expert eye and he pays attention to the smallest movement and muscle, checking and ensuring that I do my exercises correctly; just like the best physiotherapist I could imagine.On a practical note I really like the fact that you can book your appointments with Michael online, receive reminder emails, that you can pay by card and email Michael any time. read more

Michael Parr is an excellent practitioner. He diagnoses the root cause of the problem, which often is very different to the site of the pain, and then works with you to find long-term solutions. He teaches you techniques and exercises to incorporate into your daily routine. It means that you take responsibility for your own health, rather than just relying on someone to 'fix it' for you. During the pandemic, his is the one place I have felt safe attending in person. He goes far beyond what is legally required and his standards of professionalism are outstanding. We are lucky to have Michael Parr in Cambridge. However, now that he offers remote sessions via video, I've been able to recommend friends who don't live locally and they've been super impressed. I highly recommend Elementary Health! read more

Michael has worked wonders on my frozen shoulder. This is my second frozen shoulder, my left shoulder took almost two years to return to full mobility. When my right shoulder became frozen, in desperation I came to see Michael. After an initial assessment to see that there was no physical damage, he started to work on rebalancing my body. After just a few appointments, I already have so much more mobility and less pain than I did previously. Michael's intelligence, attention to detail and holistic approach to the condition has given me real hope of achieving full mobility and no pain in half the time it took with my other shoulder. He is really inspiring. This is my first ever review, but I had to say how great Michael is--I thoroughly recommend him. Don't suffer. Go see him. read more

I've been a client of Elementary Health for over 2.5 years and I couldn't speak more highly of Michael and of his abilities/professionalism. I initially went to see Michael for The Perrin Technique (for ME/CFS) and although I realised I had structural issues (from birth), I had no idea how much these were affecting me until Michael helped rectify them through manipulation and exercises. Michael has a very caring nature, and is completely dedicated in helping his clients to restore their health to be the best they can be. His experience in both treating ME/CFS patients and his extensive Osteopathy background (including working with professional athletes) is demonstrated each time I see him. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Michael to anyone. read more

Michael has worked with my son (toddler) for around 6 months. Michael had worked with my son in kind, engaging and fun ways, finding simple and holistic activities to engage my son's muscles and reactivate full movement. Throughout the sessions Michael kept me informed - as a parent and carer, of what he was doing and sharing with me how to conduct observations in order to best place corrective efforts and follow-up exercise at home. These, in turn, were easy-to-remember and -work with, and were virtually unnoticeable for my son. The light-touch, observational tuition and homework made for excellent progress over time, while only visiting the clinic a handful of times. I cannot recommend enough! read more

I cannot rate Michael highly enough. I've been going to see him for four years to be treated for ME using the Perrin technique. I have recommended him to friends who suffer from ME or other problems which can be solved using osteopathy with absolutely no hesitation. Michael is professional, knowledgeable, helpful, and very patient. I am also a patient of Dr Perrin - the man who developed the Perrin Technique - and I can confirm that Michael's treatment is of the same standard of Dr Perrin's. Michael additionally takes a holistic approach to treating M.E. and its physical consequences and recommends extremely useful exercises which are thoroughly grounded in scientific research. read more

I've suffered with M.E. for over five years now. After trying many other therapies including acupuncture, reflexology, homeopathy, etc that didn't help, I started being treated a year ago by Michael using 'The Perrin Technique' and I'm finally getting positive results. Michael has great expertise with M.E. and is adept at explaining the condition and how the technique helps. He has a holistic approach to his treatment and so when a long standing leg/hip problem worsened, he treated me for that as well by giving me exercises to do which have helped considerably. I would certainly recommend Michael to anyone suffering from M.E. and also to anyone with back or hip issues. read more

I suffer with ME and had been looking for a practitioner to start the Perrin technique, luckily I found Michael. I have been receiving treatment for almost a year now with positive results. Initially I would feel more tired and groggy after treatment which is expected in the first few months, but this has given way to progress. I could not believe the enhanced level of sinus drainage experienced through the treatment! The best thing about Michael, is that he has not stopped at the Perrin technique, but treated alignment, mechanical issues and set me exercises for longer term success. He is patient, thorough and very understanding. I thoroughly recommend him. read more

I have worked with Michael for several years now, initially from a chronic state of pain and now just managing the odd flare up I get from pushing my body to hard. I never thought I would get back to this point, I had seen a lot of physios before I went to Michael and got some temporary pain relief, however, with Michael's approach and doing the rehab and gradually building up my strength and conditioning allowed me to get back to where I wanted to be. Michael is brilliant at diagnosis and formulating a plan to rehabilitate and how we are going to get there. Very pleased to have Michael as my Osteopath. read more

After visiting countless osteopaths and chiropractors, I have been during 24 years in a vicious circle of slight recovery for few weeks and returning to point cero. Since I started my treatment with Michael, I have experienced a noticeable long lasting recovery. He tailored exercises for the type of muscles affected. I am truly grateful for the dedication he invest during the consultation to ensure you understand the problem and you learn and correct the exercises posture, it's giving me amazing results. He is knowledgeable and professional. I highly recommend. read more

Amazing treatment and very knowledgeable. I have been to a few practices and Elementary Health is by far the best. Michael has an extensive knowledge of many different areas of the field of work- however from my experience, I had issues with multiple parts of my spine and in turn this affected the integrity of my shoulders, ankles and knees. It was interesting to find out that all these pains I was experiencing was due to discomfort in my spine region and this was all fixed and I'm back to full health. I couldn't recommend this practice enough. Thank you! read more

Elementary Health has been a real find. I have now worked with Michael for about six months and my lower back problems have massively improved. Michael is an excellent coach and really knows how to get me motivated. He is a good listener and is very good at explaining what the right remedies and approach are. He also is very honest about the time and effort it will take to improve. I am very grateful for the improvements I have been able to make and would recommend Michael for anyone with Chronic back pain or other issues. read more