Sports and Occupational Rehabilitation Glamorgan

I had recurrent and long-term lower back pain issues. I have seen osteopaths and physiotherapists for this, they did help, but the issue kept coming back. Simone offered a tailored treatment of acupuncture, massage and Chinese Medicine (Herbs) that really made a key difference to me, not just to the back pain but to my overall well being. Lovely location and serene surroundings. Stripped back pine flooring and a roaring fire in the stove, what's not to like? Easy to reach by public transport (Dinas Powys train station is 10-15 minutes walk away).

Go Physio helped me regain mobility in my torn quad muscles. Excellent physiotherapy.

About 3 weeks ago whilst driving late at night, I felt a sudden twinge in my neck, which over the following 7 days progressed to intense pain in my neck and right shoulder. Pain killers were having hardly any effect and as I hadn't suffered any trauma to my neck or shoulder, I reasoned that it must be a trapped nerve (very similar to a rampant toothache). I did a search on Google and found my nearest Chiropractor was Olwen Griffiths, Pontypridd Chiropractor in Hopkinstown, so have struggled to complete my weeks work I contacted Olwen and booked an appointment for as early as possible, which luckily was two days later. Olwen put me at ease as soon as I met her, she explained what the problem was and answered all of my questions without the dismissive attitude of many general practitioners, who, assume that because I'm a long-distance truck driver, I couldn't possibly know what was wrong with me and have no right to question a doctor! The treatment I received was neck manipulation which I can only liken to when a person pops their knuckles, there was no discomfort other than what was being caused by the trapped nerve and although my treatment required 5 visits, I could feel the difference even after the first visit and although the pain did come back after two or three days, it was not so intense. Over the course of my 5 visits to Olwen's clinic, I was met with a friendly smile, I was seen within 5 minutes of arriving, she checked how things were progressing and then proceeded with the next course of treatment. Now after my 5th visit I'm going back to work on the 18th, the pain has diminished to the point where I can get a good night's sleep and only need pain killers occasionally. Olwyn advised me to move my neck as much as possible while driving and if there is any regression then to contact her immediately (even on a weekend) and she will get me booked in for another treatment as soon as she possibly can. I couldn't ask for better service than that. How refreshing it was to have someone listen to my problem and then to treat me in a friendly, courteous and professional manner. I highly recommend Pontypridd Chiropractor if you are suffering with neck or back problems. Thank you Olwen.

I am not really ready yet to give a review of my treatment yet as it is early days. However suffice to say that a couple of days before Andrew, who is one of the chiropractors talked me through my requirements and arranged for me to see Stacey who does acupuncture as well. When I met her she took a detailed history of several areas of pain and was spot on in her assessment. She treated me on the pain sites on that first appointment which pleasantly surprised me. I left feeling reassured and with an exercise to do at home. My next appointment is on Thursday and I am really relaxed and looking forward to it. The choice was because it is not too far from my home and talking to Andrew about Stacey was reassuring. The Clinic was spotless and cleaning was ongoing. Good value!