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Daniel Orchard is a Senior Lecturer (Functioning Human) at the UCO School of Osteopathy, Health Sciences University. He specializes in pain science, teaching and advising on evidence-based chronic pain management. With a background in osteopathy and an MSc in Pain Science from King’s College London, he lectures internationally and contributes to pain curriculum development. His research includes osteopathy’s role in older adults, mental health patients with chronic pain, and medically unexplained symptoms. He founded the Centre for Osteopathic Research and Excellence (CORE), a charity mentoring new osteopaths while providing affordable care.
Education:
- BSc (Hons) Human Biology, University of Leeds
- BOst, UCO School of Osteopathy
- MSc in Pain Science, King’s College London
- PGCertACE, UCO
Research Interests: Chronic pain mechanisms, osteopathic interventions for functional disorders, and interdisciplinary approaches combining osteopathy with psychotherapy. Recent work focuses on mental health patients’ chronic pain management through NHS-funded research.
Awards:
- Fellowship grant from North Thames NHS Trust (2025)
Advising & Grants: Leads osteopathy curriculum development, mentors postgraduate osteopaths, and manages NHS-funded research projects. His work at CORE bridges clinical practice and education.
Labs/Teams: Director of CORE, collaborating with NHS and academic institutions on integrative healthcare research.
