Kathryn McConkey

Osteopath and Founder

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    About Katy

    I am an osteopath in Barcelona with more than 15 years of experience in cranial, visceral and structural osteopathy. I am passionate about helping people move more freely, feel less pain and better understand their bodies. My approach combines a hands-on treatment with careful assessment through detailed questions and movement tests to identify the underlying causes of discomfort, rather than simply treating symptoms. Depending on your needs, treatment may include structural techniques including manipulation (HVT), cranial osteopathy, fascial work, soft and deep tissue massage, mobilising joints, lymph drainage and diaphragm work and personalised advice and stretches to support your recovery and long-term wellbeing. I work with babies, children, adults and older people, treating a wide range of conditions including headaches, TMJ dysfunction, sleep problems, postural issues, digestive discomfort, including bloating and constipation, menstrual pain, joint pain, tight muscles, RSI injuries including tennis and golfers elbow,  and mobility restrictions. Treatments are available in English, Spanish and Catalan. I am a member of the Register of Osteopaths of Spain (ROE) and Osteopathy Europe, and regularly attend professional courses, conferences and research events to ensure my patients benefit from the latest developments in osteopathic care.
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    Expertise

    Combining experience and osteopathic expertise to support long-term health and wellbeing.

    Headaches, TMJ & Jaw Pain

    Helping patients with headaches, jaw tension, teeth grinding, TMJ dysfunction and related neck and facial discomfort.

    Sleep Disorders & Insomnia

    A gentle osteopathic approach designed to support relaxation, nervous system balance and healthier sleep patterns.

    General Osteopathic Treatment (G.O.T.)

    A structured whole-body treatment that improves posture, mobility, blood and lymph circulation ,while relieving muscular and joint tension through gentle articular movements.

    Qualifications

    Continual learning and professional development have always been central to Katy’s practice. Expand the sections below to learn more about her qualifications, research interests and ongoing osteopathic training.

    Graduated from the Fundació d’Osteopatia de Barcelona in collaboration with the European School of Osteopathy, Maidstone, United Kingdom (2005–2010).

    Specialised training in sacro-cranial treatment and fascial chains, completed in La Bisbal, Girona (2007–2010).

    B.Sc. (Hons) Human Sciences, University of Sussex, United Kingdom (1984–1988).

    Research thesis exploring insomnia and cranial osteopathy techniques.

    Participant in a clinical trial examining the effectiveness of osteopathy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) in the treatment of insomnia.

    Regular reader of osteopathic research publications including JAOA and IJOM.

    Member of the Register of Osteopaths of Spain (ROE).

    Member of Osteopathy Europe.

    Regular attendee of osteopathy congresses, seminars and postgraduate training including:

    • Laurie Hartman Manipulation Techniques (2023)

    • 2nd International Osteopathy Congress (2023)

    • 1st International Osteopathy Congress (2018)

    • Osteopathic Considerations in Somatic Dysfunction – Dr Kuchera (2013)

    • International Congress on Sleep Disorders & Osteopathic Intervention, Lausanne (2013)

    • Primary Respiration in Clinical Practice (2012)

    • Clinical Osteopathy for Cervicogenic Syndromes (2012)

    • International Congress of Osteopathic Medicine, Florence (2011)

    • Osteopathy seminars at the European School of Osteopathy, Maidstone (2008 & 2010)

    • 1st International Congress of Osteopathy, Barcelona (2008)

    • Ongoing osteopathy talks, workshops and educational events