Back Pain
Upper Back Pain on Spine – Causes & Effective Treatments
Main Takeaways Upper back pain in the thoracic and cervical spine is often caused by disc problems, spinal arthritis, compression
09/06/2025
Kurt Johnson
Co-Founder
Kurt Johnson is the Co-Founder and Clinical Director of One Body LDN – one of London’s most trusted and fast-growing physiotherapy and performance clinics. As the clinic’s lead osteopath and director, Kurt blends elite-level clinical skill, strength and conditioning expertise, and a rare depth of real-world experience to deliver life-changing results for clients from all walks of life.
Kurt qualified as an Osteopath from the renowned British School of Osteopathy (now University College of Osteopathy) in 2020. His training focused on manual therapy, structural and functional osteopathic techniques, and the treatment of complex musculoskeletal conditions. But Kurt’s clinical insight extends far beyond textbooks. His unique ability to diagnose and treat root causes – not just symptoms – stems from a lifetime immersed in performance, discipline, and service.
Before entering the clinical world full-time, Kurt spent 14 years serving in the London Fire Brigade, where he was repeatedly recognised for excellence, including receiving the Adam Meere Award for Best Recruit and deployment to the elite Pandemic Multi-Agency Response Team (PMART) during COVID-19. His background in high-stakes frontline service shaped his grit, empathy, and unwavering standards of care.
Kurt’s passion for performance and recovery also comes from decades as both a competitor and a coach. He is a former UK national martial arts champion (Tae Kwon Do and Kickboxing), a WKO-ranked Top 10 K1 professional fighter, and a multi-sport athlete with experience in strongman, MMA, marathon running, and boxing. As a coach and personal trainer, he has trained and cornered athletes for championship events in combat sports and strength competitions.
In the clinic, Kurt specialises in structural rehabilitation, joint pain, chronic injury recovery, and performance optimisation. He integrates manual therapy, exercise prescription, and movement correction with a no-nonsense approach to drive fast and lasting results. Whether it’s a CEO with back pain, a post-op patient, or an elite athlete preparing for competition, Kurt brings the same level of focus and care to every session.
Prior to co-founding One Body LDN with Rebecca, Kurt launched Osteo LDN, an award-winning 5-star clinic, which quickly gained a reputation for combining hands-on expertise with education-led client care. Today, his mission at One Body LDN is to transform how physiotherapy and osteopathy are delivered – shifting the private healthcare space from reactive treatment to proactive, client-focused performance care.
From firefighting to physio, combat sport to clinical excellence – Kurt’s journey has always been driven by discipline, results, and service. At One Body LDN, he continues to lead with integrity, expertise, and the ambition to redefine industry standards.
Kurt's Qualifications
- M.Ost (Master of Osteopathy) – University College of Osteopathy (formerly British School of Osteopathy)
- GOsC Registered Osteopath – General Osteopathic Council
- Level 3 & 4 Personal Trainer Certification
- Certified in Sports Massage and Thai Massage
- Advanced Acupuncture & Dry Needling Certification
- Level 1 & 2 Strength and Conditioning Specialist Training
- Manual Therapy and Structural Mobilisation Techniques
- Certified in Nutrition and Performance Coaching
Injury Rehabilitation
100%
Osteopathic Manipulations
100%
Pre-Hab & SnC
100%
Kurt Johnson's Work History
Co-Founder and Director at One Body LDN
Jan 2022 – Present
Lead Osteopath at Physio LDN
Sep 2020 – Jan 2022 · 1 yr 4 mos
Founder at Osteo LDN
Sep 2020 – Jan 2022 · 1 yr 4 mos
Firefighter at London Fire Brigade
Nov 2006 – Aug 2020 · 13 yrs 10 mos
Blog Posts
Back Pain
Lower Back Pain in Females – Causes, Hormones & Treatment
Main Takeaways Women experience more lower back pain than men due to hormonal changes, pregnancy, and bone density differences. Work-life
09/02/2025
Back Pain
Lower Back Pain and Abdominal Pain – Causes & Relief Guide
Main Takeaways Lower back and abdominal pain often overlap due to shared nerves and muscle connections. Common causes include kidney
09/02/2025
Back Pain
Lower Back Pain Relief – Effective Home & Physio Guide
Main Takeaways Home remedies like light activity, posture care, and anti-inflammatory nutrition can ease lower back pain. Heat and ice
09/02/2025
Back Pain
Lower Back Pain Running – Causes, Prevention & Relief
Main Takeaways Running itself doesn’t damage the spine, but poor technique, weak core, or tight muscles can trigger back pain.
09/02/2025
Back Pain
Lower Back Pain from Sleeping – Causes & Relief Guide
Main Takeaways Poor sleep posture and unsupportive mattresses are leading causes of lower back pain upon waking. Side sleeping with
09/02/2025