Our Team
Providing Quality Osteopathy Treatment Since 1988
Robin Lansman D.O. AHP MIHPE
Principal Osteopath & Clinic Director
- Past President of the Institute of Osteopathy
- Qualified at the British School of Osteopathy in 1988
- Appears regularly on BBC Radio & BBC TV
Osteopathy is not just about fixing problems but taking a holistic view to health and to illness prevention. Robin is a leading healthcare practitioner whose advice is frequently sought for interviews around healthcare-related topics.

Qualifications
- Graduated from the British School of Osteopathy (now University College of Osteopathy) in London in 1988.
- Holds a Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.).
Clinical Director
- Pioneering spirit: Robin founded the first Body Back-Up Clinic, collaborating closely with GP surgeries and sports clubs.
- Guiding vision: as clinical director, he oversees our osteopathy clinics in West Hampstead, London NW3, and Maidenhead, Berkshire.
- Patient-centric approach: Robin ensures patient care remains at the heart of our practice.
Sports Injuries Expertise
- Senior Tutor: Robin was Senior Tutor of Sports Injuries at the British School of Osteopathy for a decade.
- Hands-on experience: he has treated sports injuries at both recreational and competitive levels.
- London Marathon support: Robin has provided practical assistance during several London Marathons.
Teaching and Education
- 35 years of experience in clinical practice.
- Educator: he has taught Exercise and Rehabilitation Osteopathy (FAR) to undergraduates and postgraduates across the UK and Europe.
Media Presence
- BBC spotlight: Robin is a sought-after interviewee, frequently sharing his passion for osteopathy on BBC Radio and TV.
Holistic Approach
- Biomechanical models: Robin uses a range of models to assess progress and rehabilitate patients.
- FAR technique: the hands-on Functional Active Release approach combines soft-tissue release techniques for rapid, effective change.
- Patient empowerment: bespoke muscle-activation exercises actively involve patients in their recovery.
Professional Leadership
- Past President of the Institute of Osteopathy.
- Expert AHP advisor to OHID (formerly Public Health England) on MSK.
- Trustee and board member of the Institute of Health Promotion and Education.
Health Insurance registration:
Cigna, Aviva, Simply Health, Standard Life Healthcare, WPA, Pruhealth, Medisure, RSA, Vitality
BUPA (London ONLY) AXA (London ONLY)
Please check you are covered for Osteopathy with ROBIN LANSMAN.
We now ask patients to pay us the fees AND RECLAIM them from their insurer – this avoids checking on levels of cover and excess payable.
Robin is available Tuesdays at the London NW3 practice.
Mondays & Wednesdays in Maidenhead, Berkshire.
Please use the booking system below to check the live available days and times.
Sports Injuries
Robin is an expert on treating sports injuries and was Senior Tutor of Sports Injuries at the British School of Osteopathy for 10 years. He is passionate about sports health and has given his time to treat runners at several London Marathons. Injuries treated include those sustained through running, cycling and tennis - plantar fasciitis, calf pain, knee pain, tennis elbow, and wrist pain from weight training.
Read moreFunctional Active Release (FAR)
By designing treatment and stretches to suit individual needs, combined with FAR, great results can be achieved with older patients wanting to stay fit, desk-bound office staff, and performance or recreational sportspeople - for strength, flexibility and stability. FAR is now used by osteopaths, physios, chiropractors, doctors and surgeons across the UK and Europe.
Read moreArm and Shoulder Pain
Pain in the arm and shoulder can arise following injury, a chronic condition like arthritis or frozen shoulder, or through overuse and poor posture, as in RSI. Robin is a specialist in arm and shoulder issues, and identifies and treats Thoracic Outlet Syndrome — where nerves become trapped between the collarbone and first rib, often due to poor posture, causing numbness or pins and needles in the arm.
Read moreGait and Orthotics (insoles)
Robin is an expert in assessing foot, knee and ankle mechanics and prescribing specialist low-cost orthotic insoles to improve walking and running gait. Body Back-Up keeps a stock of orthotic insoles, and can assess the right insole for you via an online video consultation.
Read moreRobin appears frequently in the news, discussing osteopathy and other health-related matters. These are a selection of the articles to which he has contributed an expert view.
- Daily MailCould YOUR teenager's computer habit give him a humped back?View article
- The SunMobile phones blamed for rash of neck painView article
- City AMRein in back painView article
- Fun Palaces#TinyRevolutions – walking better for better healthView article
- The TimesGet on top of what to have underneath (futons)View article
- Runner's WorldBody of Knowledge (triathlon training)View article
- Latte LoungeShould we really be doing 10,000 steps a day?View article
- The MixOffice healthView article
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