Entries by Robin Kiashek

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Can osteopathy help with frozen shoulder (AKA Adhesive Capsulitis)

Osteopathy for frozen shoulder Yes, an osteopath can help manage and treat frozen shoulder using hands-on techniques such as soft tissue massage, gentle joint mobilisation, and targeted stretching to improve movement and reduce discomfort. Frozen shoulder – medically known as Adhesive Capsulitis – is a debilitating condition affecting up to 5% of the population. Generally […]

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Can an osteopath help with sciatica pain?

Can osteopathy help relieve sciatica? In one word: yes. Osteopathy treatment for Sciatica can help to ease this debilitating nerve pain and prevent any future attacks by addressing the root cause/s of the problem. In fact, according the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines, the use of manual therapy (like Osteopathic spinal […]

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Osteopathy treatment for back pain

How Osteopathy Works for Back Pain Relief Back pain is what often brings people to my North London Osteopathy clinic — and it comes as no surprise.  According to the NHS*, 8 out of 10 people will experience an episode of back pain at some point in their life. And worldwide, the World Health Organisation states** […]

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Lifting the lid on chronic pain

Osteopathy for Chronic Pain Relief Whether it’s back pain, knee and/or hip pain, migraines, sciatica, or shoulder struggles, pain is what often brings patients to my Osteopathy clinic in North London.  It’s not surprising really, given that The British Pain Society estimates* that almost 10 million Britons suffer pain almost daily, resulting in a major […]

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Is mindfulness the answer to stress?

If you’ve read any of my previous blogs, you’ll know that stress and the impact it has on our bodies is something I’m fascinated by.  Stress can be defined as the body’s reaction to feeling threatened or under pressure. This natural response can manifest in various ways, including physically (for example, an increased heart rate […]

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Pain-free travel tips for staying active

Travel tips for staying active (and pain-free) on holiday Did you know, 27% of holidaymakers have either had or witnessed a travel partner have an accident on vacation?  That’s according to a 2024 survey* that found 35.88% of all accidents on holiday occurred from slipping, tripping or falling while on an excursion. While a further […]