Truls Ottesen
- Chiropractor (MNKF), Dr.Dropin Okern
- truls.ottesen@drdropin.no
- 24 07 77 05
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Chiropractor Truls Ottesen
Truls Ottesen is a chiropractor at Dr.Dropin Økern in Oslo, with over 15 years of experience. He treats problems in the neck, back, shoulder, elbow, ankle and foot, and has particular expertise in disc herniation, dizziness and crystal disease (BPPV). You do not need a referral from a doctor to book an appointment.
Truls uses several treatment techniques adapted to each patient, including joint adjustments and manipulation, trigger point treatment (muscle knots), stretching and traction techniques, shockwave therapy and exercise therapy.
As an authorized chiropractor (HPR no. 7498438), Truls can issue sick leave and refer directly to a medical specialist, hospital or imaging (MRI, X-ray, ultrasound).
He is committed to close dialogue with the patient's GP, and collaborates interdisciplinary with colleagues and other healthcare personnel when necessary.
Patients describe Truls as thorough and empathetic. The patient's needs are at the centre of examination and treatment.
Truls has a particular interest in back, herniated disc, neck, shoulder, elbow, foot, ankle, plantar fasciitis, Sever's syndrome, sports injuries and rehabilitation.
Additional services from Truls:
- Shockwave therapy
- Foot analysis and custom insoles, made and delivered the same day
- Solemaids insoles for children and adolescents with Sever's syndrome
- Treatment of crystal disease (BPPV)
Book an appointment with Truls
Truls sees patients at Dr.Dropin Økern, Østre Aker vei 19, 0581 Oslo. Fokusklinikken is now part of Dr.Dropin.
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What does Truls Ottesen treat?
Truls Ottesen treats acute joint locking, disc herniation and long-term pain, and has a particular interest in the neck, back, shoulder, ankle and foot.
At Dr.Dropin Økern, Truls sees a broad range of diagnoses. He works most with these areas:
- Back and neck: disc herniation in the lower back and neck, sciatica, acute back pain and neck stiffness.
- Shoulder and arms: shoulder problems, rotator cuff impingement, tendon inflammation, tennis elbow and golfer's elbow.
- Ankle and foot: sports injuries, Achilles problems and foot pain.
- Head and dizziness: crystal disease (BPPV), dizziness and different types of headache.
Foot analysis and custom insoles
Truls has over ten years of experience with foot analysis and insole fitting (GaiTec). The service is relevant for conditions such as plantar fasciitis, Morton's neuroma, hallux valgus, overpronation and flat feet. Custom insoles are normally made and delivered on the same day as the examination.
For children and adolescents with Sever's syndrome (heel pain during activity), Truls fits Solemaids insoles. He is an authorized Solemaids practitioner.
Treatment methods
Truls adapts treatment to the individual patient and uses, among other things:
- joint adjustment and manipulation
- trigger point therapy and muscular techniques for muscle knots
- stretching and traction techniques, among other things for disc problems
- shockwave therapy for tendon inflammation such as plantar fasciitis, golfer's elbow, tennis elbow, Achilles pain and shoulder impingement
- rehabilitation and exercise therapy with exercises adapted to the individual, whether you train at a gym or at home
Education, HPR number and professional background
Truls Ottesen is an authorized chiropractor, HPR number 7498438. He graduated from the University of Southern Denmark in Odense in 2010. Before joining Dr.Dropin he ran his own clinic in Oslo for nearly 12 years, and the practice later became part of Dr.Dropin Økern.
He works with GPs, medical specialists and other healthcare professionals, often internally at Dr.Dropin Økern. As an authorized chiropractor, he can:
- issue sick leave for up to 12 weeks
- refer directly to medical specialists, hospitals or medical imaging (MRI, CT, X-ray and ultrasound)
- assess the character of pain and, in dialogue with a physician, give recommendations on medication
Courses, associations and sports
Truls takes courses regularly across the musculoskeletal field. During his studies in Denmark he helped establish a course series in chiropractic treatment methods for students. Today he sits on the election committee of the Norwegian Chiropractic Association, and he has given several talks for businesses on musculoskeletal health and preventive measures.
He has followed up high-level athletes, including elite bandy teams and professional beach volleyball players. He has a background as a tennis player and is currently a football coach. Fokusklinikken has covered Truls' follow-up of a national team telemark skier in an article from 2016 (in Norwegian).
Chiropractor at Økern, Løren, Hasle and Ulven
For people who live on Ulven, Løren, Hasle or Økern, Truls Ottesen is the chiropractor in the local area. Dr.Dropin Økern is at Østre Aker vei 19, in the building next to Økern metro station. From Løren and Hasle it is a few minutes on foot, by bike or by public transport. From Ulven and Construction City it is a short walk. If you work in Construction City or Økern Portal, the clinic is also close by.
The clinic is on the second floor, with four free customer parking spaces right outside. Økern is also easy to reach by metro (lines 4 and 5) and several bus routes. The clinic is open Monday to Thursday 07–21, Friday 07–19 and weekends 09–17. More practical information is on the page for Dr.Dropin Økern.
Articles by Truls
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Frequently asked questions about chiropractor Truls Ottesen
Do I need a referral to see a chiropractor?
No. You do not need a referral from a doctor to book an appointment with Truls Ottesen. Read more about what a chiropractor does.
How much does a first appointment with Truls Ottesen cost?
A first consultation with Truls Ottesen costs NOK 765. See the price overview.
Can a chiropractor issue sick leave?
Yes. Truls Ottesen is an authorized chiropractor and can issue sick leave for up to 12 weeks. Sick leave cannot be backdated.
Where does Truls Ottesen see patients?
Truls Ottesen sees patients at Dr.Dropin Økern, Østre Aker vei 19 in Oslo, next to Økern metro station. There are four free customer parking spaces right outside the clinic.
Can I use my health insurance with Truls?
You can use your treatment insurance with Truls Ottesen. Dr.Dropin has agreements with all the major insurance companies. Read more about treatment insurance at Dr.Dropin.