BARNSTAPLE AND HOLSWORTHY
CHIROPRACTIC & COMPLEMENTARY HEALTH CENTRE

Getting referred for treatment

Getting Referred For Treatment

Of course, you’re welcome to see any of our practitioners privately if you’d like to receive treatment, and we fully support our clients in making their own healthcare decisions.

Below are some of the other ways you can access treatment:

Referral by a GP

It is not necessary to be referred by your GP if you wish to receive treatment, however all General Practitioners are allowed by the General Medical Council to refer their patients to chiropractors, physiotherapists, chiropodists and anxiety and depression services.

In relation to chiropractic, guidelines from the Royal College of General Practitioners recommend manipulation for spinal problems (Clinical Guidelines for the Management of Acute Low Back Pain, Royal College of General Practitioners, September 1996). Our policy is to work closely with your General Practitioner.

Private medical insurance

Many private medical insurance companies pay for chiropractic treatment, although some may need a GP or consultant referral. Please check with your own individual policy for details.

Industrial injuries & corporate contracts

Chiropractors treat many occupational-related conditions, and luckily many organisations understand the benefit of providing their staff with access to Chiropractors to alleviate pain. We actively encourage this kind of support for staff, and are happy to enter into contractual arrangements with local companies. For more details, email: info@barnstaplechiropracticclinic.co.uk

Off-work certification

Chiropractors are authorised to issue Off-Work Certificates as and when they are needed. However, this will not cover you for Statutory Sick Pay and for this you will need to speak to your doctor.

Contact us to book a free consultation or to discuss your needs.

Sharon Read Jones has been treating my two sporty children with sports related injuries for over five years now. Like most boys, they have had their fair share of knocks but to my mind they would not be competing at the level they are without the expert eye and care of Sharon Read-Jones. Consequently, their recovery times are quicker and their injuries lack the usually expected recurring side effects. I couldn't recommend her highly enough.

The most important appointment in my diary, that is how I describe my relationship with Barnstaple Chiropractic Clinic." Having been a long term back sufferer since the early 1980’s I was deeply concerned when my job took me from Surrey to North Devon in 1994. Following a professional analysis of my history Dr Sharon Read-Jones carried out Chiropractic adjustments on me in my home which enabled me to get to bed that same night and have 5 hours sleep. Fantastic after a week of hell.

I have known Sharon for over 18 years. Initially she treated my patients when I was a GP; I then became a patient myself and was delighted to receive her excellent treatment. She has set herself high standards and works hard to achieve them. Both my patients and I have found her conscientious, diligent, professional and always showing great integrity. I could not speak more highly of her and I would recommend her to you unreservedly.

Barnstaple Clinic

Bickington Road, Sticklepath, Barnstaple, North Devon EX31 2DB

Holsworthy Clinic

Holsworthy Medical Centre, Dobles Lane, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 6GH

Get In Touch

If you have any questions or would like to book your appointment then get in touch!

Tel: 01271 376776

Email: info@barnstaplechiropracticclinic.co.uk