Upper back pain

Upper back pain and osteopathy

Osteopathy can help with upper back pain in several ways because treatment focuses on examining the body as a whole and restoring balance. Upper back pain can stem from poor posture, muscle tightness, restricted mobility of the thoracic spine and ribs, or from stress.

The osteopath assesses thoracic spine mobility, breathing mechanics and how posture affects the whole body. Treatment uses soft tissue techniques, joint mobilisations and gentle methods that release tension and improve circulation and nervous system function. As a result, pain can ease, posture improve and breathing become easier.

In addition, the osteopath can guide personalised exercises to help maintain thoracic mobility and alignment in daily life. This way osteopathy offers both symptom relief and long-term support for upper back health.

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Osteopathy in Helsinki – services and prices

Osteopathy

60 min

€94 / hour

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Personal trainer

PT / programming

€99 / hour

You can also pay with ePassi and Edenred sports benefits.

Booking

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Choose a suitable time from the calendar. If you can’t find a time that suits you, you can ask about other available times, for example evening appointments, by calling or texting +358 40 557 3874.

You can also pay with ePassi and Edenred sports benefits.

You’re warmly welcome to my clinic at Läkkisepäntie 11 A in Metsälä, Helsinki!

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How to find us

Osteopath Jerry Ketola
Läkkisepäntie 11 A
00620 Helsinki

The clinic is conveniently located near major junctions in Metsälä, alongside Tuusulantie and close to Käpylä station. It’s about a 15–20 minute drive from both Tikkurila and Leppävaara. My osteopathy practice is situated inside the R5 Athletics & Health gym and wellness facilities. Follow the R5 signs to find the entrance and head to the second floor.

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