Osteopathy for every body
Leytonstone Osteopathy brings structural and movement expertise to every treatment, helping you move, work and live better. Fully qualified and registered with the General Osteopathic Council and the Institute of Osteopathy, care is hands-on and tailored to you, whether it’s a first appointment or an old complaint.
Osteopathy works alongside your GP and the NHS, never in place of them, so any medical care you’re following should always continue. Think of it as an added layer of hands-on support for how you move and feel.
Full registration with the General Osteopathic Council. Your assurance of recognised osteopath training, comprehensive insurance and ongoing professional standards.
Looking after Leytonstone's necks, backs and shoulders for over a decade. From sudden flare-ups to long-standing aches, few problems walk through the door that haven't been seen and treated before.
The Leytonstone clinic is right in the heart of E11 and just two minutes from Leytonstone Underground, with step-free access. Early, daytime and evening slots available.
Meet the osteopath
Your practitioner at the Leytonstone Osteopathy clinic, Luke Askew is experienced, qualified and registered.
Luke Askew
Registered osteopath, B.Ost
Luke trained as a professional dancer before becoming an osteopath, so he understands movement from the inside out. With over a decade of clinical experience, he blends hands-on osteopathy, soft tissue work and clinically modified Pilates to treat the cause of your pain, not just the symptoms, then gives you the exercises to keep the progress going between sessions. Whether it's back pain, sciatica, a stubborn shoulder or the everyday toll of desk work, he builds treatment around your life and your goals.
What can be treated at the Leytonstone clinic
Below are some of the conditions most commonly presented at the Leytonstone clinic. Osteopathy can be used as part of the management of these complaints, helping to relieve pain, restore movement and support recovery. This list should not be read as a list of cures and responses to treatment vary from person to person. What’s realistic for your individual circumstances, will always be discussed with you at your appointment.
Back & neck pain
Problems affecting the spine, from the base of the skull down to the lower back, including nerve-related pain that radiates into the limbs.
- lower back pain
- sciatica
- neck pain and stiffness
- disc-related pain
- postural pain from desk work
Often brought on by long hours sitting, driving, heavy lifting, poor posture, gardening, or carrying children and bags. Commonly seen in office and desk-based workers, drivers, warehouse and delivery staff, nurses and carers, hairdressers, and anyone spending long days hunched over a laptop or phone.
Joints & limbs pain
Pain, stiffness or injury in the peripheral joints and surrounding soft tissues — shoulders, elbows, hips, knees and feet.
Frequently linked to repetitive movements, gripping tools, kneeling, standing all day, or overuse from sport and manual work. Common among builders, tradespeople, cleaners, chefs and hospitality staff, teachers, retail workers on their feet, and keen gym-goers, runners and racquet-sport players.
- shoulder pain and frozen shoulder
- hip pain
- knee pain
- tennis and golfer's elbow
- plantar fasciitis
Headaches & tension
Headaches and jaw discomfort with a musculoskeletal cause, often linked to tight muscles in the neck, shoulders or jaw.
- tension headaches
- jaw pain
- stress-related muscle tension
Often driven by screen time, stress, clenching or grinding the teeth, poor sleep posture, or holding a phone to the ear. Commonly affects office workers, students, call-centre and computer-based staff, and anyone under sustained pressure or working long hours at a desk.
Sports & activity pain
Injuries and overuse complaints from training, sport or exercise, alongside rehabilitation to get you back to activity safely.
- sports injuries
- running injuries
- recovery and rehabilitation
Typically from overtraining, poor technique, a sudden increase in activity, or returning to exercise after a break. Seen in runners, cyclists, footballers, gym and CrossFit enthusiasts, dancers, and weekend athletes of every level, from first-timers to the well-seasoned.
Life stages
Musculoskeletal changes and discomfort that come with particular phases of life, from pregnancy through to managing long-term joint conditions.
- pregnancy-related aches and pains
- arthritic pain
- post-surgical recovery
The body's needs shift with age and circumstance, whether adapting to the demands of pregnancy, staying active and independent in later years, or rebuilding strength after surgery or a period of reduced movement. Support is tailored to wherever you are in life.
Claims relating to conditions which can be treated are made in line with Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) and CAP guidance on the evidence for osteopathic treatment. An individual assessment is the only way to establish whether treatment is suitable for you.
Whatever is behind your pain, and whatever your age, job or activity, the first step is understanding what is really going on. Every appointment begins by getting to the root of the problem, so treatment can be built around you and your life.
The clinic is accessible, with you in mind
When you arrive, you’ll find step-free access into the building through a wide entrance that’s easy to get through. A lift is available to reach all floors, so there are no stairs to worry about. You’ll wait in a comfortable, waiting area right next to accessible toilets and clinic room.
We want your visit to feel easy and stress-free from the moment you arrive.