Years of Shin Splints Finally Fixed:
Iklam's
Physiotherapy Story
The Problem
Iklam had severe shin splints that were preventing her from running and even walking properly. Her GP referred her to a physiotherapist, but the consistent advice she received was simply to stop running and wait for the problem to resolve on its own. She did stop, but the shin splints kept returning, leaving her frustrated at repeatedly being told to give up something she loved rather than actually fix the underlying issue.
Why She Chose One Body LDN
Iklam found One Body LDN through a direct personal referral from Louis Renox, a trainer and existing patient, after previous treatment had left her disappointed. Wanting a genuine recommendation rather than a generic referral, she asked him directly which physiotherapist he saw, and he specifically recommended Rebecca Bossick, telling her he loved the service.
The Assessment & Diagnosis
Our specialist physiotherapist Rebecca Bossick assessed Iklam's shin splints and identified that a broader range of treatment approaches, rather than hands-on therapy and exercise alone, was needed to resolve symptoms that had persisted for years despite previous advice to simply rest.
The Treatment Plan
- Hands-on physiotherapy treatment for shin splints
- Dry needling as part of a combined treatment approach
- Cupping therapy to support recovery alongside manual treatment
- A more comprehensive treatment model than the exercise-and-hands-on- therapy-only approach Iklam had previously experienced elsewhere
The Result
Iklam can now run without pain, and shin splints are no longer a significant part of her life. Any occasional symptoms are now minor and no longer stop her from running or walking. In her words:
"I would say that if you want to change your life and get rid of your pain, go and see One Body LDN. They will sort you out. They helped me after I had been frustrated for years."
Watch Iklam's Story
Read Iklam's full testimonial transcript
I had really bad shin splints, which were preventing me from running and even walking properly. I knew I needed help.
I sought advice from several places. I went to my GP, who referred me to a physiotherapist, but the main advice I kept hearing was simply to stop running and wait for the problem to pass.
I did stop running, but the shin splints came back. It was very frustrating to be repeatedly told to stop doing something I loved in order to avoid the pain.
I found out about One Body LDN through a referral. One of your patients, Louis Renox, is a trainer. I asked him which physiotherapist he went to because, after being disappointed with previous treatment, I wanted a personal recommendation and to understand why he liked One Body LDN.
He told me that he loved the service and specifically recommended Rebecca Bossick.
What I liked about your service was that you offered several forms of treatment in one place. Previously, when I saw a physiotherapist, the treatment usually consisted of some hands-on therapy and exercises, but nothing else.
With Rebecca, I also experienced treatments such as dry needling and cupping. These helped a lot because they offered a different approach, and ultimately the treatment worked.
The biggest difference is that I can now run without pain. Shin splints are no longer a major part of my life.
When I do occasionally notice them, the symptoms are very minor and no longer prevent me from running or walking.
I can now do what I love.
I would say that if you want to change your life and get rid of your pain, go and see One Body LDN. They will sort you out.
They helped me after I had been frustrated for years, so I would definitely recommend them.
Related Treatment
If you're dealing with persistent shin splints or running-related leg pain like Iklam was, our specialist team can offer a more complete treatment approach than rest alone. Learn more about our shin splints and leg pain treatment in London.