Osteopathy has an important contribution to make to this discussion. Although much osteopathic care is delivered outside formal NHS structures, it is rooted in local communities and may already be responding to local health needs and improving access to care.

We want to ensure that this work is visible within the inquiry. We would therefore like to hear from iO Members who can share examples of osteopathic services, projects or partnerships contributing to neighbourhood health.

We are particularly interested in work that:

• Responds to an identified local health need or helps address health inequalities.
• Improves access for underserved groups or communities.
• Supports prevention, early intervention, rehabilitation or long-term independence.
• Involves NHS services, GPs, charities, voluntary or community organisations, local authorities, social care or other local partners.
• Demonstrates outcomes for patients, communities or services.
• Highlights barriers preventing osteopathy from contributing more fully.

Your example does not need to be NHS-funded or formally evaluated and we welcome examples from independent practice.

Sonia Kumar MP, Chair of the APPG, said: “This inquiry is an opportunity to showcase the expertise, value and opportunities that Allied Health Professionals can provide, to ensure that NHS neighbourhood health is effective.”

Help us showcase osteopathy’s contribution to neighbourhood health by sharing your case study by 5pm on Friday 14 August 2026. Do not include patient-identifiable information.