Claire Howard- Robinson

 DO,  Women’s Health Diploma

Osteopath treating baby in North Bristol

I founded Yew Tree Osteopathic in 2006 with a clear vision: to bring together a team of practitioners who could offer truly comprehensive care under one roof.

After years of specialising in women's health, pregnancy, and complex chronic conditions - including time at the renowned Osteopathic Centre for Children in London - I knew collaborative, multi-disciplinary treatment was the key to helping patients with the most challenging conditions.

Areas of Expertise

osteopath assessment in North Bristol
    • Pregnancy and post-natal care

    • Pelvic floor management

    • Menopausal support

    • Mummy MOT

    • Pregnancy-related pain and discomfort

    • Birth preparation

    • Post-natal recovery

    • Pelvic floor health, incontinence, birth issues

    • Mummy MOT

    • Birth strain and developmental concerns

    • Infant feeding difficulties

    • Childhood musculoskeletal issues

    • Long-term pain management

    • Multi-system presentations

    • Treatment-resistant cases

    • Gentle cranial techniques

    • Visceral movement

    • Fascial release work

    • Post-stroke support

    • Multiple sclerosis symptoms

    • Parkinsons symptoms

    • Nerve-related pain

After more than three decades in practice, I've learned that complex conditions rarely respond to a single approach. That's why I've pursued extensive post-graduate training in obstetrics, neurology, visceral and cranial osteopathy, including the Renzo Molinari diploma in women's health. I draw on this breadth of knowledge to create treatment plans that address the whole picture - structural, neurological, and visceral.

I'm particularly drawn to the cases that require patience and collaborative care: the chronic conditions, the diagnostic puzzles, the women dealing with pelvic pain or navigating the physical demands of pregnancy. These patients often need a practitioner who'll take the time to understand the interconnected nature of their symptoms and work alongside other healthcare professionals to find solutions.

Additional Qualifications & Experience

Osteopath treating chronic pain in North Bristol
  • Diploma of Osteopathy at the European School of Osteopathy

    Women’s Health Diploma

    Unblocking chronic and autoimmune disease

    Paediatric osteopathy

    Visceral Osteopathy

    Manual approach to breastfeeding disorders

    The unsettled baby

    Pregnancy management

    • General Osteopathic Council (Registration No.

    • Institute of Osteopathy

    • National Council for Osteopathic Research - Bristol hub

    • Bristol Osteopathic Society

    • Academy of Physical Medicine

I have been using osteopaths for nearly 40 years after a back injury.
When I moved to Bristol 10 years ago I looked for a good osteopath. A friend recommended Claire at Yew tree and Claire has been keeping me moving and able to keep skiing into my 60’s. My last session was after a tough skiing trip and my knees were just not right; and I had lost power in my legs when squatting. I always feel better after a treatment but this time it was like a miracle as my legs were so much better. It was incredible.


— Sue Channon

Book an Appointment

  • Women's health concerns

  • Chronic and complex condition management

  • Cranial and visceral osteopathy

  • Infant and child osteopathy

  • Mummy MOT postnatal assessments

  • General aches, pains and musculoskeletal conditions

Or call office on 0117 914 6645