Hugh Mackay Osteopathy
Hugh combines osteopathy, acupuncture and dry needling for lasting solutions to your problems, treating everything from ankles to headaches. He specialises in treating chronic lower back pain to help you regain your quality of life.
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He works at Coastal Chiropractic and Wellness Centre in Dawlish.
Chronic Lower Back Pain Relief
Chronic lower back pain (LBP) is multifaceted in nature, therefore your treatment must reflect this.
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To match this requirement Hugh has developed a unique, unmatched treatment in Devon that integrates Osteopathy, acupuncture, his Royal Marines background and home exercises that build strength and traction your spine, leading to long term pain relief.
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These treatments addressing both the physical and psychological aspects of pain, therefore this strategy empowers individuals to actively participate in their recovery.
Services
Are you experiencing discomfort from conditions like lower back pain, neck pain, or arthritis? At our initial consultation we focus on identifying the root cause of your pain and developing a tailored treatment plan just for you.
Whether you're struggling with tension headaches, sciatica or any other issue, Hugh is here to help. Please reach out for more information on how we can assist you in your journey to pain relief.
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Below are a list of conditions that Hugh treats:
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- Lower back pain
- Chronic lower back pain
- Neck pain
- Shoulder pain
- Knee pain
- Arthritis care
- Tension headaches
- Migraines
- Rotator cuff pain
- Sciatica and nerve pain
- Ankle pain
- Hip pain
- Scoliosis
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If you would like an appointment click below and select initial consultation, then simply select your time.
What Hugh's Patients Say
Barry had struggled for weeks and had tried physio and chiropractic adjustments. Nothing had worked, furthermore he could only walk 5 metres before pain kicked in.
After 5 weeks of a holistic approach involving Osteopathy, acupuncture and 5 minutes a day of strength training, completed at home, Barry is pain free and walking for 40 mins.
Chronic lower back pain is multifaceted, affecting muscles, joints, brain, proprioception and more. Chronic pain can also leave a memory, therefore a key component is reprogramming the brain pathways to make sure they are not hypersensitive to pain. Make sure your treatment matches the nature of your pain.
'Hugh was recommended when I was suffering with a sore back and knee. So painful that I needed time off work because I couldn’t even get out of the car. I am now totally pain free and able to walk 26 mile walks. I feel the fittest I’ve ever been. Hugh is fun and approachable'.
Karen Platten
'I suffered with lower back pain from an ongoing injury & after a few sessions with Hugh I am feeling that the pain is under control! I can’t recommend him enough and will continue to use his service..
Nat Bowden
Can’t thank hugh enough his knowledge in anatomy is brilliant and he helped me out so much! I pulled a shoulder which left me out the gym for a while and I suffer with a bad back due to poor posture at work he gave me some simple but so effective stretches and strengthening exercises and all I needed was 2 sessions with him! So happy with the results get booked!
Vanessa Basford
This man knows his stuff and I would recomend him to anyone.
Angela Russell
HUGH'S STORY
Hugh graduated with Distinction from The University of St Mark and St John with a Masters in Osteopathic Medicine having previously worked as a Royal Marines Officer, Personal Trainer, and Nutritionist specialising in exercise therapy for lower back pain.
Since graduating Hugh has also gained qualifications in medical acupuncture and dry needling for musculoskeletal treatment. He has a particular interest in removing chronic lower back pain and enabling patients to build sustainable habits that improve their health and longevity.
Hugh enjoy rugby, rowing at sea, scuba diving, reading and skiing. He is fortunate to have travelled much of the world and his favourite trips include driving across America in a Mustang, and driving a Jeep Cherokee from the UK to Mongolia.
Hugh also volunteers for Rock to Recovery (a mental health charity based in Exmouth), offering osteopathy to veterans, and blue light professionals, and their families.
He works at Coastal Chiropractic and Wellness Centre in Dawlish.
Get in Touch
Coastal Chiropractic and Wellness Centre
The Old Post Office, Brunswick Pl, Dawlish EX7 9PA