Steven D. Baines (Principal Osteopath), B.Ost.(Hons), Dip.Sports Injuries

Steven started his osteopathic degree whilst living in New Zealand and then transferred to the British School of Osteopathy in London where he completed his training. To complement his degree, Steven has a Diploma in Sports Injury and Massage awarded by the Association of Physical and Natural Therapists.

Having a great affection for sport and participating in many various sporting activities over the years, Steven has a particular interest in sports injuries as well as headache, migraine, spinal problems and cranial osteopathy.

Through continually furthering his education and skills Steven is committed to maintaining the highest standards of osteopathic practice and patient care.

Fabio Castellini (Associate Osteopath), B.Ost.(Hons), Dip.Sports Injuries

Fabio is a graduate of the British School of Osteopathy in London and took an interest in osteopathy in the late 90’s through playing semi-professional tennis in Milan where he was born and raised.

Fabio developed an interest in body mechanics and completed a degree in Sports Science before undertaking his degree in Osteopathy. To complement his degree, Fabio has a Diploma in Sports Injury and Massage, accredited by APNT in London. Fabio has worked in a number of practices in Cheshire since qualifying as an osteopath and joined our practice in 2007. He has a special interest in the treatment of babies and children and since qualifying he has attended several courses in cranial osteopathy.

Barbara Dania-Tomlinson (Clinical Administrator)

Barbara is the friendly and helpful face of the clinic and is a well known and highly respected lady amongst the community. She maintains extremely high standards and ensures the clinic runs smoothly and efficiently whilst bringing a friendly manner and light hearted feel to the clinic.

Until recently Barbara ran the clinic for 17 years and has frequently gone above and beyond the call of duty helping patients and organising the clinic so Tomlinson Associates earned and maintained its highly respected name.

Barbara was married to the late Adrian Tomlinson (an earlier graduate of the British School of Osteopathy), who established the clinic in 1969.

Apart from being a respected and popular practitioner, Adrian Tomlinson was for some years joint editor of The British Osteopathic Journal.