Cram Osteopaths

Cram Osteopaths Family-run, award-winning osteopathic clinics keeping Glasgow & Ayrshire moving since 1946. Specialist care for back pain, sciatica & disc injuries.

IDD & Shockwave Therapy. Led by Joanna Cram MBE & Michael Brown - Principal of the Year 2026. Osteopath Glasgow Long Established Family Run Local Business Established in Glasgow in 1946, our highly knowledgeable and experienced team have great relationships with local doctors and specialists, in the Glasgow area. We have helped 1000s of patients just like you, get back to doing the things you love

without pain or restriction. Latest Treatment Technology For Slipped Disc and Chronic Back Pain Here at Cram Osteopaths we regularly invest in the latest available treatment techniques and technologies, to ensure the best possible outcome for our patients. Lower back pain, Neck pain, Upper back pain, Sciatica, Slipped disc, Tendon injuries, Joint pain, Hip pain, Shoulder pain


https://www.glasgowosteopaths.info

You’ve pushed through all week… but your back hasn’t forgotten 👀That tightness when you get out the carThat pull bending...
24/04/2026

You’ve pushed through all week… but your back hasn’t forgotten 👀

That tightness when you get out the car
That pull bending forward
That reminder during training

👉 It’s not “just one of those things”

Weekends should be for:
✔️ Golf
✔️ Long walks
✔️ Training properly
✔️ Switching off

Not managing pain.

💡 The people we see most?
Active, busy, doing all the right things… but something’s just not shifting.

Quick Friday check-in:
If it’s been there for more than 2–3 weeks… it’s worth getting it properly looked at.

📍 Don’t let a small issue become your next forced rest.

📞 Call to action:

Start next week moving better, not just coping

📞 0141 339 0894
🌐 www.cramosteopaths.co.uk

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Spring is quietly doing its thing again 🌿🌼A walk through Kelvingrove Park today and you can feel it… the lighter evening...
20/04/2026

Spring is quietly doing its thing again 🌿🌼

A walk through Kelvingrove Park today and you can feel it… the lighter evenings, a break in the rain, and the plants finally starting to come back to life 🌱

After what feels like weeks of constant rain ☔, there’s something refreshing about getting outside when it clears. The paths dry up, the greens look brighter, and suddenly moving a bit more feels easy again.

If your body’s been feeling a bit stiff after being cooped up indoors, you’re not alone. A simple walk, a bit of fresh air, and some gentle movement can go a long way.

So when the rain eases… take the opportunity 🌿
Step outside, stretch your legs, and enjoy it.

📣 Featured in Osteopathy TodayWe’re proud to share that our internship programme at Cram Osteopaths has been featured in...
17/04/2026

📣 Featured in Osteopathy Today

We’re proud to share that our internship programme at Cram Osteopaths has been featured in Institute of Osteopathy’s Osteopathy Today magazine 📰✨

Now in its third year, the programme continues to grow — welcoming aspiring osteopaths into a real clinical environment 🏥

Giving them insight into patient care, hands-on learning 🤲, and the day-to-day running of a modern practice 💼

What makes it special isn’t just the clinical exposure…
It’s the people 👥, the conversations 💬, and the shared commitment to pushing the profession forward 🚀

From observing complex cases 🧠 to understanding how we integrate osteopathy, IDD Therapy and shockwave care ⚡ — our interns don’t just watch, they experience.

And the best part?
Seeing that experience turn into confidence 💪, clarity 🎯, and in some cases… future team members 👏

A big thank you to everyone who has been part of the journey so far — students 🎓, patients ❤️, and our team 🙌
You’re helping shape the next generation of osteopaths.

📍 Year 3 complete — and we’re just getting started 🔥

🌟🌟👇Four future osteopaths. One full week in clinic. 👇🌟🌟Last week, our interns stepped into real practice at Cram Osteopa...
03/04/2026

🌟🌟👇Four future osteopaths. One full week in clinic. 👇🌟🌟

Last week, our interns stepped into real practice at Cram Osteopaths 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

Not just watching—learning how clinical decisions are made 🧠
How treatment plans evolve 📋
And what it takes to run a busy clinic day to day 🏥

From hands-on treatment 🤲 to IDD Therapy and shockwave ⚡… they saw it all.

A brilliant group. The future of the profession is in good hands 🙌

A big thank you to all of our patients who supported the week and allowed students to observe your care—it makes a real difference 👏

😳😳😳“I’ve never had back pain before…” 😳😳😳That’s what a 46-year-old said to me last week.Desk-based job 💻Long hours ⏱️No ...
27/03/2026

😳😳😳“I’ve never had back pain before…” 😳😳😳

That’s what a 46-year-old said to me last week.

Desk-based job 💻
Long hours ⏱️
No real issues… until suddenly there was.

He stood up from his chair — and it was agony ⚡
Not stiffness. Not a ni**le.
Something properly wrong.

By the next day, it hadn’t settled 😬
So he came straight in.

In clinic, it was actually clear:

👉 Acute mechanical back pain
👉 Joints and muscles not coping with prolonged sitting 🪑
👉 No serious damage ✅

We kept it simple:

✔ Clear diagnosis 🧠
✔ Hands-on treatment 🤲
✔ A treatment plan explained and agreed 📋✅
✔ A few key exercises 🏃‍♂️
✔ Small changes to his desk set-up 💻

Nothing complicated.

Just getting in early and getting the right treatment at the right time ⏳

Too many people wait ⌛
And that’s when things become harder to fix.

If something doesn’t feel right — get it checked 👇

📞 Call us on 0141 3390894 or message to get booked in
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🌟 Meet Our 2026 Interns 🌟Each year we invite a small group of future osteopaths to spend a week with our team at Cram Os...
23/03/2026

🌟 Meet Our 2026 Interns 🌟

Each year we invite a small group of future osteopaths to spend a week with our team at Cram Osteopaths as part of our immersive clinical internship. 🦴

This week 23rd March, we will be welcoming this year’s interns into the clinic. Over the coming days we will introduce each of them — the next generation of practitioners who are passionate about helping people move better and live with less pain. 💪

During their week with us they will gain experience across:

👐 Osteopathic treatment
⚡ Shockwave therapy
🦴 Spinal decompression (IDD Therapy)
🧠 MRI case discussions
📋 Patient assessment and clinical reasoning

It is always inspiring to meet the future of the profession, and we look forward to sharing their journey with you over the next week. 👏

Stay tuned as we introduce our 2026 interns ✨

🌟 Meet Our 2026 Intern – Lucas 🌟We have one final addition to our 2026 Internship group at Cram Osteopaths — and we are ...
22/03/2026

🌟 Meet Our 2026 Intern – Lucas 🌟

We have one final addition to our 2026 Internship group at Cram Osteopaths — and we are delighted to welcome Lucas, who is joining us at short notice. 🦴

Before arriving, we asked Lucas a few questions so you can get to know him a little better.

1️⃣ What made you want to become an osteopath?
At the age of 17, I experienced a severe ACL injury which brought an end to my professional football career. This shifted my focus towards understanding recovery and long-term prevention. That’s when I discovered osteopathy — its approach to identifying the root cause of problems aligned closely with my own perspective.

2️⃣ What are you most looking forward to learning during your internship?
I’m looking forward to developing my understanding of how treatment is adapted to each individual patient, as well as observing different clinical approaches. I’m keen to refine my practical skills and clinical reasoning in a real-world setting.

3️⃣ Why Cram Osteopaths?
Cram Osteopaths stands out for its long-standing history and consistent standard of care. That level of experience creates a strong and confident environment to learn in as a developing practitioner.

4️⃣ What are you most excited about seeing or experiencing in Glasgow?
I have never visited Scotland before, so I’m excited to experience somewhere completely new. I’m looking forward to getting a feel for Glasgow’s personality and culture.

We look forward to welcoming Lucas to the clinic and introducing him to the team. 👏

If you see any of our interns in the clinic, please do say hello! 👋

🌟 Meet Our 2026 Intern – Jude 🌟Next week we welcome our 2026 Internship group to Cram Osteopaths for a week of clinical ...
20/03/2026

🌟 Meet Our 2026 Intern – Jude 🌟

Next week we welcome our 2026 Internship group to Cram Osteopaths for a week of clinical observation, learning and hands-on experience with our team. 🦴

Today we are introducing Jude, the final member of our 2026 intern group joining us in the clinic.

Before arriving, we asked Jude a few questions so you can get to know him a little better.

1️⃣ What made you want to become an osteopath?
I enjoy osteopathy’s goal of finding the root cause for each individual patient. I like the variation and range of approaches an osteopath can use to reach that goal. I’ve also found that the osteopaths I’ve met tend to be well-rounded, decent people, which is something I’d like to emulate in my own career.

2️⃣ What are you most looking forward to learning during your internship?
I’m looking forward to applying what I’ve learned in my university clinic to a successful practice with a large client base. Cram Osteopaths are well known for their hands-on technical skills, which I’m keen to learn from.

3️⃣ Why Cram Osteopaths?
I’m drawn to Cram’s efficient, community-based approach. My experience with the team so far has been consistently warm and knowledgeable.

4️⃣ What are you most excited about seeing or experiencing in Glasgow?
Food! I’m hoping to revisit Rafa’s on Hidden Lane for more of their tacos, and to finish the internship week with a Tennent’s with friends in the Southside.

We look forward to welcoming Jude and all of our 2026 interns to the clinic next week. 👏

It has been great introducing our 2026 intern group over the past few days, and we are excited to share some highlights from their week with us soon.

If you see any of our interns in the clinic next week, please say hello! 👋

🌟 Meet Our 2026 Intern – Coral 🌟Next week we welcome our 2026 Internship group to Cram Osteopaths for a week of clinical...
19/03/2026

🌟 Meet Our 2026 Intern – Coral 🌟

Next week we welcome our 2026 Internship group to Cram Osteopaths for a week of clinical observation, learning and hands-on experience with our team. 🦴

Today we are introducing Coral, one of this year’s interns joining us in the clinic.

Before arriving, we asked Coral a few questions so you can get to know her a little better.

1️⃣ What made you want to become an osteopath?
I developed scoliosis as a child and wanted to become an osteopath from the age of seven, after seeing how my osteopath was able to relieve my pain when several other manual therapies had not helped. I have always been fascinated by how the body works — my favourite word growing up was “esternocleidomastoideo”, the Spanish word for SCM!

2️⃣ What are you most looking forward to learning during your internship?
I am particularly interested in observing manual techniques and seeing how they are applied in practice. I am looking forward to gaining inspiration from watching treatments and continuing to build confidence in my own approach.

3️⃣ Why Cram Osteopaths?
Studying in a foreign country and language has been challenging at times, but the support and friendships I have made along the way have made all the difference. Visiting a family-run clinic with so much experience feels like a fantastic opportunity to continue developing as an osteopath.

4️⃣ What are you most excited about seeing or experiencing in Glasgow?
Having worked as a bartender during university, I have developed an interest in how spirits are made — especially whisky. After visiting Edinburgh last year and learning about Scotland’s “liquid gold”, I am excited to discover some local choices, along with Glasgow’s famous music scene.

We look forward to welcoming Coral to the clinic next week. 👏

Stay tuned as we introduce all of our 2026 interns over the coming days.

🌟 Meet Our 2026 Intern – Fintan 🌟Next week we welcome our 2026 Internship group to Cram Osteopaths for a week of clinica...
18/03/2026

🌟 Meet Our 2026 Intern – Fintan 🌟

Next week we welcome our 2026 Internship group to Cram Osteopaths for a week of clinical observation, learning and hands-on experience with our team. 🦴

Today we are introducing Fintan, one of this year’s interns joining us in the clinic.

Before arriving, we asked Fintan a few questions so you can get to know him a little better.

1️⃣ What made you want to become an osteopath?
I’ve always had a strong interest in health and wellbeing, and I was particularly inspired by the osteopathic approach to finding the underlying source of problems in the body.

2️⃣ What are you most looking forward to learning during your internship?
I’m looking forward to learning more about the individual needs of each patient, as well as observing different styles and approaches to treatment.

3️⃣ Why Cram Osteopaths?
Cram Osteopaths inspires me with its impressive long tradition of osteopathy and its unique approach to patient care. The clinic offers a fantastic learning environment for staff and interns alike.

4️⃣ What are you most excited about seeing or experiencing in Glasgow?
I’m most excited about meeting Glaswegians and enjoying their great character and sense of humour. I’m also looking forward to exploring the city and seeing its architecture.

We look forward to welcoming Fintan to the clinic next week. 👏

Stay tuned as we introduce all of our 2026 interns over the coming days.

🙌🙌🙌 Friday Wins 🙌🙌🙌One of the best parts of the week is hearing what patients have been able to get back to doing.Not bi...
13/03/2026

🙌🙌🙌 Friday Wins 🙌🙌🙌

One of the best parts of the week is hearing what patients have been able to get back to doing.

Not big headlines.
Just normal life again.

This week we’ve seen people:

🏋️ got back to the gym
🚶‍♂️ met friends for a walk
💻 sat at my desk without pain
🏃 ran 5k again
😴 slept through the night
⛳ played golf again

These are the moments that matter.

Small notes on the board…
but big wins for the people behind them 💚

Have a great weekend everyone ☀️

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87 Barrington Drive
Glasgow
G49ES

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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