31/08/2025
💭 “What’s wrong with me?”
This is one of the most common questions we hear in clinic — and for good reason.
Research shows that when it comes to musculoskeletal (MSK) pain — whether back pain, shoulder issues, or persistent aches — patients don’t just want treatment… they want answers.
📚 Studies highlight that:
🔹 Patients actively seek a clear explanation and diagnosis to make sense of their pain and plan their lives (Lima et al., 2023).
🔹 Lack of diagnosis or dismissive reassurance (“nothing’s wrong”) can feel invalidating and even worsen distress (Bunzli et al., 2022).
🔹 Being listened to and believed is just as important as the physical treatment itself (Toye et al., 2013).
At Draycott Osteopathy, we believe your pain deserves to be understood. That means:
✅ Listening carefully to your story
✅ Offering clear explanations
✅ Creating a treatment plan with you, not just for you
Because knowing what’s wrong is the first step in making it right. 💙
