Specialist Chiropractors in Surbiton for Back Pain, Disc Injuries and Sciatica
Whether it’s a first flare-up or pain that keeps coming back, our Surbiton team gets to the root of the problem.
We specialise in chronic, complex or severe pain patterns that are often unresponsive to traditional care.
We use advanced techniques and technology, to help patients avoid surgery and regain their active lives.
Welcome to The DISC Chiropractors, Surbiton’s Premier Chiropractic Clinic
Many patients come to The DISC Chiropractors because they have the kind of chronic, complex or severe problem that has not responded sufficiently to previous care. Based in Surbiton, we treat the full spectrum of back and neck complaints, with particular expertise in disc injuries and trapped nerves, including sciatica.
Our approach combines specialist knowledge and experience in assessing more challenging cases with advanced treatment technology and targeted rehabilitation, allowing us to adapt the level of care to the individual problem.
This also makes DISC a destination for patients seeking a second opinion for those wishing to avoid surgery or a different approach when previous treatment has not delivered sufficient improvement.
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The clinic’s flagship 9-week DISC Injury protocol targets an 80% improvement, even in some of the hardest clinical cases, and achieves its targets 80% of the time.
Specialist Care for Disc, Nerve & Joint Conditions
From everyday aches and pains to chronic, complex or severe problems such as sciatica or disc damage, explore the conditions treated by our specialist team of Surbiton chiropractors.
The DISC Protocol: What Makes Our Approach Different
Having access to a wider range of treatments at our Surbiton Chiropractic Clinic (see below), allows us to go beyond a one-size-fits-all approach. The DISC Protocol combines specialist clinical experience, chiropractic care, advanced treatment technology and targeted rehabilitation, selecting and adapting treatment according to the individual problem.
This is particularly important for chronic, complex or severe conditions, where several factors may be contributing, symptoms may have become persistent, or previous treatment has not delivered sufficient improvement. By combining different approaches, we can adjust the type and intensity of care as the patient’s needs change.
Specialist Treatments Available at Our Surbiton Chiropractic Clinic
From traditional chiropractic care to advanced treatment technology and targeted rehabilitation, our range of therapies often proves key in unlocking complex cases.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chiropractic Care in Surbiton
Where is your chiropractic clinic in Surbiton?
We’re conveniently located in the centre of town at 28 Claremont Road, Surbiton, KT6 4RF, around a minute’s walk from Surbiton Mainline Train Station. This makes the clinic easy to reach by train, bus, car or on foot, whether you’re based locally or travelling to us from further afield.
Our central location is particularly convenient for patients from Kingston, New Malden and the surrounding areas of South-West London, while Surbiton’s fast rail connections also make the clinic accessible for patients travelling to us for more specialist care or a second opinion.
For those driving, there are several free parking options directly opposite the clinic, while patients arriving by public transport will find us just a short walk from the train station and adjacent bus stops.
What happens at my first chiropractic appointment?
Your first visit is about understanding your problem before deciding on the most appropriate approach. We take a detailed history, discuss your symptoms and previous treatment, and carry out a thorough physical and chiropractic assessment. On-site digital X-rays are available when clinically indicated, and we can also review existing X-rays or MRI scans.
As a specialist clinic regularly seeing chronic, complex and severe cases, we do not normally begin treatment during this first appointment. Instead, your Doctor of Chiropractic takes time to analyse the examination findings alongside any imaging, considering how they relate to your symptoms and physical testing before making recommendations.
Patients are usually invited back the following day for a Results Appointment, where your chiropractor will explain their findings, diagnosis and prognosis, discuss the treatment options available and clearly outline any recommended plan and associated costs.
There is no obligation to begin care. However, time is reserved during the Results Appointment so that, where appropriate, you can experience the recommended treatment and decide whether you would like to proceed.
Do you only treat chronic, complex or severe problems?
No. We treat the full spectrum of back, neck and musculoskeletal problems. For patients in Surbiton and the surrounding South-West London/Surrey areas, this includes everyday aches and pains, recent injuries, flare-ups and more straightforward chiropractic problems.
We also regularly see patients who travel 20–30 minutes or further to DISC because their condition is chronic, complex or severe, involves a disc or trapped nerve, or has not responded sufficiently to previous treatment. Patients also travel to us when seeking a second opinion or a more specialist approach.
If you live further away and your problem appears relatively straightforward, we recommend seeing a good chiropractor closer to home first. Chiropractic treatment can involve a series of appointments, and we don’t believe patients should travel unnecessarily when appropriate care is available locally.
Can chiropractic care help with Sciatica or a Slipped Disc?
Patients with a slipped disc or sciatica are often understandably cautious about chiropractic treatment, particularly if they associate chiropractic care with traditional spinal adjustments, which, whilst the gold standard for non-specific lower back pain, can be seen as higher risk when the discs are already damaged. Disc and nerve problems require careful assessment, and the type and timing of treatment matters.
At The DISC Chiropractors in Surbiton, disc injuries, sciatica and trapped nerves are our day-to-day focus. Our experience with these conditions helps us identify when a suspected disc or nerve problem may be present, assess its severity and determine which treatments may be appropriate at each stage. Where further investigation is needed, we can also use or arrange appropriate imaging before progressing care.
Importantly, modern chiropractic care can involve much more than an adjustment. In an irritated or acute phase, traditional manipulation may not be appropriate or may simply not be the treatment we choose to begin with. Our phased protocol allows us to introduce and progress care according to how the patient presents and responds.
Often this will include using o Spinal Decompression Therapy (SDT), Class IV Laser Therapy, low-force or instrument-assisted chiropractic techniques and targeted rehabilitation, with more traditional chiropractic care introduced when appropriate and tolerated.
This advanced approach is particularly valuable with disc injuries and sciatica because treatment can be adapted rather than forced into a single technique. For patients hoping to manage their condition conservatively but effectively, our role is to assess the problem carefully, explain the available options and determine whether the DISC Protocol’s approach is appropriate for them.
What if previous treatment hasn't worked for me?
Many patients come to The DISC Chiropractors because they have already tried treatment, but their problem remains unresolved, keeps returning, or the improvement has been less than they expected. Others have reached a plateau and are unsure what to try next.
In these cases, we don’t simply assume that the answer is more of the same treatment. We start by reassessing the problem from the beginning, while considering previous diagnoses, scans, treatment approaches and how you responded to them. Where appropriate, this may include reviewing existing MRI or X-ray imaging, further examination or recommending additional investigation.
Sometimes the original diagnosis is entirely correct, but the treatment approach, therapeutic intensity or rehabilitation may have been insufficient or lacking. In other cases, several overlapping factors may be contributing to the symptoms, particularly when a problem has become chronic or complex.
This is also why we regularly provide second opinions. You may already have a diagnosis, MRI report or proposed treatment plan and simply want another clinical perspective before deciding what to do next.
The DISC Protocol gives us a broad range of options rather than relying on a single technique. Depending on the findings and stage of the problem, care may involve Spinal Decompression Therapy, chiropractic care, advanced treatment technology, various soft-tissue approaches and targeted rehabilitation, introduced and progressed according to the individual case.
Previous treatment not working does not automatically mean that another treatment will succeed. If, after assessing you, we don’t believe our approach is appropriate or that we can add something useful, we’ll explain that honestly and help you understand what the next step should be.
Are chiropractors safe and properly regulated in the UK?
Yes. Chiropractic is a regulated healthcare profession in the UK, and research generally supports spinal manipulation as a safe form of conservative care when applied by an appropriately qualified chiropractor. Most reported side effects are mild and temporary, such as short-term soreness or stiffness, while serious complications are considered rare. As a non-surgical and non-pharmaceutical approach, chiropractic can also avoid some of the risks associated with medical interventions.
All UK chiropractors must be registered with the General Chiropractic Council (GCC) and meet required standards of education and professional conduct.
At DISC, safety also means choosing the right treatment at the right stage. Modern chiropractic is much more than an adjustment. We can use gentler mobilisation, instrument-assisted techniques, Spinal Decompression Therapy, advanced treatment technology and rehabilitation, adapting the type and intensity of care to the individual.
This is particularly important with acute or severe pain, disc injuries and nerve problems, where we may initially use a gentler approach and progressively introduce other treatments when appropriate.
How much does chiropractic treatment cost, and do you accept health insurance?
The cost of treatment depends on what care you need and the treatments included in your plan. Following your assessment, we’ll explain our recommendations and the likely costs clearly, so you can make an informed decision before starting care. Our current consultation, treatment and package prices are available on our Fees & Pricing page.
The DISC Chiropractors is recognised by a number of major health insurers, including Bupa, AXA Health, AVIVA, WPA, Cigna and Vitality. Cover varies between policies, so we recommend checking with your insurer whether chiropractic treatment is included and whether they require an authorisation number or other information before treatment begins.
You do not normally need a GP referral to see a chiropractor and can book directly with our Surbiton clinic. Some insurance policies may have their own referral requirements, so it is worth checking your individual policy before booking if you intend to claim.
How do I book an appointment at your Surbiton clinic?
Appointments can be booked online or by calling the clinic on 020 8335 5445. The clinic offers weekday and Saturday appointments. Current opening hours and appointment availability can be confirmed on the website when booking.
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