MSc
Osteopath
35 years of experience
Edinburgh, EH3 8HP
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10 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Lewis Banger, Mr Craig Spinks and 6 other professionals
35 years of experience
Edinburgh, EH3 8HP
(+1 more)
10 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Lewis Banger, Mr Craig Spinks and 6 other professionals
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Gavin Routledge is Clinic Director and Registered Osteopath at Active X Clinics in Edinburgh. He graduated as an osteopath in 1991 as the Gold Medalist. After a brief stint in New Zealand, he returned to Scotland to become the sixth osteopath in Edinburgh and has since guided the business through various names – Edinburgh Osteopaths, The Edinburgh Clinic, Active X Osteopaths, and, for the last 10 years, Active X Clinics. Gavin has written two books on lower back pain, with a third currently in progress. He has a Masters Degree in The Clinical Management of Pain and is also a Lifestyle Medicine Professional and Health Coach.
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General Osteopathic Council
No. 1515
Graduated as an osteopath in 1991 (Gold Medalist)
Master’s Degree in The Clinical Management of Pain
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Archerfield Links, Golf Green, Dirleton,, North Berwick, United Kingdom, EH39 5HQ
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Mr Gavin Routledge displays a professional manner and great care in patient interactions. He holds broad knowledge, explaining conditions and treatment aims for issues such as back pain and sciatica. Patients praise his practical advice regarding self-management and recovery. His expertise targets lower back, neck, and shoulder pain, and provides general pain management.
Gavin was very thorough, listened to my expanation, and gave clear indications of how he thought I could move towards reducing and managing my pain
I found Gavin very nice and knowledgeable at my consultation .He explained that I have a few issues with my back and shoulder and this will take time and work from myself going forward.
Gavin was very professional and gave clear explanations about what was causing the pain in my back. I felt very reassured that he can help me in my recovery.

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Gavin's knowledge is wide and his approach holistic and all in a very calm, professional manner. He is always on time with appointments and with a smile. I always feel in very good hands during sessions.
Gavin is an expert in his field would recommend him to anyone who indeed had back/spinal injuries. He is a good listeners to what issues you have and can help.
I am attending the hospital with back problems, Gavin always listens to where I am, what the hospital are saying, he definitely understands back problems, highly recommend.
Gavin is great at osteopathy and pain relief and especially for back pain and includes some physiotherapy type massage to help loosen things up when they have got too tight. I really rate him for calmly addressing the probable causes and quietly sorting them out. I will be going back whenever things get out of hand on the golf course or because i do something silly in the gym.
I lead an active life and often end up with problems because i have over stretched myself. Gavin has been dealing with these issues for me throughout my middle age and I keep coming back. He is great at osteopathy and mixes it in with some physiotherapy type work which really helps sort things out.
Gavin is a great Osteopath, with a wealth of experience and expertise!
03 Dec 2025
Mr Lewis Banger
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Mr Craig Spinks
Physiotherapist
Miss Zoe Kidney
Physiotherapist
Miss Maelle Guennec
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What are Mr Gavin Routledge's reviews like?
Mr Gavin Routledge's overall patient rating is 4.97 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 40 reviews.
What languages does Mr Gavin Routledge speak?
Mr Gavin Routledge speaks English
Where is Mr Gavin Routledge located?
Mr Gavin Routledge primarily practices at Active X Clinics Edinburgh, West End, located at 10 Atholl Pl,, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH3 8HP
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