Zac Beard

Zac Beard is a registered osteopath and Strength & Conditioning coach with more than 17 years of clinical experience helping people overcome pain, injury and movement limitations.

Originally working as a personal trainer before qualifying as an osteopath, Zac has always been fascinated by how the body moves and adapts. This combination of clinical experience and exercise knowledge allows him to bridge the gap between treatment and rehabilitation, helping people not only recover from pain but return confidently to the activities they enjoy.

Over the years, Zac has developed a particular interest in low back pain, sciatica, postural complaints, recurrent injuries, scoliosis and helping people return to exercise after injury or periods of inactivity. He enjoys working with active individuals, runners, gym-goers and those who have drifted away from exercise due to pain, injury or the demands of life.

His approach combines hands-on osteopathic treatment with movement assessment, rehabilitation and strength-based exercise, ensuring patients leave with a clear understanding of their condition and a practical plan for recovery.

Patients often describe Zac as calm, reassuring and easy to talk to. He believes that understanding what is happening in your body is often the first step towards feeling better.

When he’s not treating in clinic, you’ll usually find Zac in the gym, exploring woodland trails or walking coastal paths with Rachel. He also has a love of history, the arts and, perhaps most importantly, a good conversation.

“I’ve always been active, so it made sense for me to do a physical job. I used to run long distances and triathlons, which sparked a fascination with how the body moves, adapts and recovers from injury. That interest still shapes the way I work today.”