BARNSTAPLE AND HOLSWORTHY
CHIROPRACTIC & COMPLEMENTARY HEALTH CENTRE

Conditions We Treat

What We Treat

At the Barnstaple Chiropractic & Complementary Health Centre, our chiropractors can offer chiropractic treatment for many different conditions and types of pain and discomfort.

Headaches & migraines

There are many different types of headaches. Migraine headaches can be distressing and last for several days. Symptoms can include severe head pain, dizziness, nausea, flashing lights and visual disturbances. Migraine can be caused by irritation of the nerves close to the vertebrae in the neck, or muscular tension. Cervicogenic headaches are common and can be due to problems in the joints of the neck causing tightness in the neck and shoulder muscles. Chiropractic can help with the prevention of migraines and headaches.

Neck pain

Neck pain commonly occurs due to injuries following car accidents, falls, strained muscles, arthritic changes in the spine, poor posture or stress. Neck pain can refer into the shoulders and down the arms and, if there is irritation of the nerves that come from the neck and supply the arms and hands, you may also experience pins and needles, tingling or numbness in these areas.

Shoulder pain arising from the back and neck

Shoulder pain can be caused by due to the muscles or ligaments that surround the shoulder joints or even to the joints themselves. It can also be due to referred pain from the neck.

Frozen shoulder arising from the back or neck (also known as Adhesive Capsulitus)

Frozen shoulder is caused by inflammation within the shoulder joint and can lead to severe restriction of movement in the long term.

Arm pain arising from the back and neck

Arm pain is commonly due to referred pain from the neck or shoulder, but can also be caused by injuries to the elbow or the muscles in the arm itself.

Tennis elbow (also known as Lateral Epicondylitis) arising from the back and neck.

Tennis elbow is commonly caused by a repetitive action, which leads to straining of the tendons around the elbow joint.

Wrist pain

Wrist pain may be caused by a fall or a strain due to a repetitive action, leading to muscular strains or restriction in joint movement in the wrist or hand. It may also be as a result of referred pain from a neck injury.

Back pain due to pregnancy

Back pain is common in pregnancy, due to the enlarged abdomen putting strain on the low back area. Many women also suffer pain in the low back due to a difficult birth or the increased lifting that is inevitable with young children.

Lumbago

Lumbago is a commonly used word for back ache (see also back pain).

Poor posture

Poor posture is caused by lifting and carrying incorrectly, poor posture or pregnancy and can lead to pain in the lower back.

Hip pain from osteoarthritis

Hip pain can be a result of arthritis, strains of the muscles around the hip, joint injuries or referred pain from the spine and is commonly confused with pelvic pain.

Leg pain

Leg pain can be due to irritation of the nerves in the lower back or can be caused by referred pain from the low back or pelvis. Leg pain may also be due to strains in the muscles or damage to the hip, knee or ankle.

Knee pain from osteoarthritis

Knee pain can be due to many things, including referred pain from the back, pelvis, hip or ankle.

Ankle & foot pain

Ankle and foot pain may be a result of a direct injury to the joints, ligaments or muscles or may be due to injury of the sciatic nerve (see Back pain). Foot pain can also be due to fallen arches (flat feet), which put the feet under abnormal strain. Structural problems in your feet can alter your walking pattern and cause pain throughout your body, including feet, legs, knees, hips, back and even your neck.

Arthritic pain & spondylosis (pain and stiffness from osteoarthritis)

Any degenerative changes in the spine may be known as spondylosis. Arthritis means inflammation of the joints. There are many forms of arthritis including osteoarthritis, which is due to wear and tear on the joint surfaces.

Muscle pain

Muscle pain can occur in any part of the body. It can be due to a simple strain caused by a sudden overstretching injury to the muscle or it can be caused by a joint injury, which leads to muscle spasm around the injured joint.

Nerve pain arising from back and neck

Nerve pain can occur in any area of the body as a result of inflammation due to a mechanical abnormality of the joint or due to a disc injury.

Minor Sporting injuries

There are many types of sports injuries, but the majority will result in one or more of the symptoms described above.

Back pain / Back Ache

Any mechanical dysfunction of the joints or injuries to the discs – commonly caused by lifting and carrying incorrectly or by poor posture – can lead to back pain or restriction of the joints in the spine.

Free Baby Appointments This November!

We’re offering 10 free new paediatric patient appointments for babies under 12 months, with Kiera at our Barnstaple clinic (usually £79)! This first appointment includes:

A consultation to understand your little one’s needs
An examination to check alignment and comfort
A gentle treatment session to support wellness and development*

We’re proud to offer gentle, expert care for the littlest members of our North Devon community. If you’ve been curious about how chiropractic care can support your baby’s growth and comfort, now’s the perfect time to try it! How to Book: Call us at 01271 376776 or book online. Only 10 free appointments available this month—don’t miss out! *Offer valid for new paediatric patients (babies under 12 months) only. Treatment subject to consultation and examination. Availability is on a first-come, first-served basis. The promotion may be modified, extended, or withdrawn at any time without prior notice. We’d love to capture a few moments from these free appointments to share on our socials and website. Of course, we’ll always ask for your permission beforehand!

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