I was referred to Sunil by a neighbour who conducts Yoga classes in the same holistic health centre as Sunil.

I am 67 and have a 43 degree lateral scoliosis.

I had been to the GP and two spinal surgeons. Their solution was to fuse my spine from my pelvis to just beneath my shoulder blades with two rods and each vertebra being turned and wired to the rods. I was told that it was inevitable, but I could choose the time. I was also told that I would not be able to bend, put on shoes, reach upwards and many other simple activities which we all take for granted. There was the additional statement that quite possibly I would not be able to live independently.

I lived with that for 20 months, feeling too afraid to do anything much in case the spasm which began my round with the doctors might recur.

That is how I presented to Sunil.

Firstly, Sunil listened. He wanted to know as much as possible about the spinal situation, how it might have developed and, as well as that, details about me which he considered might be impacting on the situation.

I have seen him about eight times, now. His remedial massage treatment is very focussed but as “gentle” as it can be. As a result, I can stand straighter for longer. I have the confidence to be able to walk a few hundred metres without fear that I could not get back home and, as Sunil agrees, my scoliosis may never be fully corrected. It could, however, (and already has been) improved by correcting the muscle imbalances and strengthening the weak surrounding muscular support tissue and be revitalised through his massage and my exercising at home.

I would recommend that anyone experiencing similar symptoms to mine consult Sunil. The result for me has been a complete change in my quality of life and confidence in the future.