Manipulation – Back Pain Specialist

Manipulation along with mobilisation is most often used to help alleviate:

Back pain
Sciatica
Neck (cervical) pain
Shoulder pain
Lower limb pain

Manipulation is a recommended treatment when something feels ‘stuck’ or out of joint and you’re in pain because of it.

John will usually mobilise (passively move) the affected area to loosen it up and then perform a quick thrust to help ‘unlock’ the area. In clinic, we have Interferential electro-therapy machines which are very helpful in relaxing the surrounding muscles and killing pain.

Manipulation is a “hands on” technique and John may spend as much as 20 minutes mobilising someone’s spine with a view to manipulating a particular joint which is compromised.

If you are suffering from any of these problems, you can book a free no obligation 15-minute face to face chat to discuss your condition and any questions you may have.

Layla Drewell

12 January 2024

I have had back pain for 3 years almost every day and in that time seen physio’s / had acupuncture and various other things via my doctor and privately - however whilst they helped it never went away. An MRI showed it is a prolapsed disc. Seeing John I was a bit anxious about it at first but he is very knowledgeable, made me understand better what the cause is and realise that it can go away and the pain is manageable / fixable - no need for constant painkillers! So pleased I have been going and worth every penny! I feel 2 inches taller and most days don’t even think about my back anymore… thanks so much John 🙏

Michael Gray

12 November 2023

After years of constant lower back pain, sleepless nights and many fruitless visits to Masseurs, Osteopaths, Physiotherapists, Chiropractors and Accupuncturists, I had really given up hope of ever being free of pain - until I met John. From our first telephone conversation, I was optimistic that he would able to help me and I have not been disappointed With each session, the discomfort has lessened and I am now almost pain free. John has also given me valuable advice on diet and nutrition and some good tips on achieving better quality sleep. John's positivity is infectious and I always leave feeling better mentally and physically following my visits to him - I would highly recommend his services.

Chris Cowell

29 September 2023

Further to my previous review I'm now one session away from being discharged. I'd say John was a miracle worker but that would diminish his years of study and practice. I went to him with a knee problem I thought was years of wear and tear and what I thought was a hip problem. Our first consultation identified what was causing my knee problem and established the hip was actually a back condition (one press around L4/5 caused excruciating pain). John has worked his magic through various treatments ove the past weeks since my first review. I'm now pain free, walking upright (for the first time in years) and sleeping well. I genuinely can't thank John enough and can't recommend him highly enough either! Don't do what I did and suffer discomfort for months, make an appointment today to go and see him. Finally I'd add that he's a fantastic guy too and if I have a concern in the future I'll be straight on the phone to John Varley!

Ken Wright

11 September 2023

I cannot praise John and the treatment that he has given me highly enough. I have gone from having to take pain killers during the day aswell as last thing at night, to try and get some sleep, to being virtually pain free and not having to take pain killers at all. This is the first time, in over a year, that I've been able to sleep without taking pain killers. THANK YOU VERY MUCH MR JOHN VARLEY.

Susan

17 August 2023

Very friendly and helpful. Treatment was effective. Appointments available at convenient times. Would recommend John as he is interested in your lifestyle as well as your pain. I took many of his suggestions on board and feel much better for it. His positive outlook on life is contagious.

Charles Winter

11 June 2023

John was fantastic!!!! Went in with a shoulder problem and in just a few sessions was healed and exercising again after a month of non stop pain. John's very professional and extremely knowledgeable and puts you at ease at once. Couldn't recommend enough.

Harriet Oconnell

18 May 2023

Been to John twice I have terrible pain from nerve damage due to chemo and cancer and wow John has been brilliant very re assuring made me feel very comfortable more important I’m mobile and my back and leg pain has improved from the first visit highly recommend!!!!

Terry Uphill

27 February 2023

Went to see John recently with a very poorly back damaged at work lifting beer barrels . He recommended a course of treatment including electric impulses and acupuncture as well as manipulation. Due to his vast knowledge and many years of practice he expertly put me back on my feet and standing upright again . Would highly recommend his services and will have no reservations in using his services again if the need arrises

Cat Bee

16 January 2023

I cannot recommend more highly. John not only sorted my back problem in only a few visits but also gave me wonderful advice and improved my general outlook. He really is an incredible man with an amazing perspective and an ability to pass on his positivity and zest for life to everyone he meets. I can’t thank him enough

Daniel Lawrence

16 January 2023

I had about six appts recently. I really like John's holistic approach to my problem. It very much focused on diet and accupuncture but we also addressed stress, emotional issues etc. John introduced me to to some helpful podcasts and authors and I would recommend him to anyone wanting to take responsibility for their own health (as well as receive direct health care). I will continue to follow his advice in the future. Thank you.