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Our job is to get you out of pain, help recovery from injury and improve your quality of life. Our aim is to help you achieve your goals and ensure you maintain them.

Nicky Snazell's Pain Relief Clinic offers a strong team with a broad range of skills, maximising the diagnostic and treatment capability to you.

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Pain Relief Therapists & Healers

Nicky Snazell

Nicky Snazell

Director, Consultant Physiotherapist, Pain Specialist

Meet Nicky Snazell

An international presenter and instructor on health, wellbeing and pain relief.

Author of a series of health books.
Consultant physiotherapist in pain relief.

From an early age, Nicky has shown a keen interest in healing and helping others. During her teens, experiencing her mothers suffering, set her off on a quest to resolve this.

She graduated in Biological Sciences 1988, specialising in cellular physiology and psychology. She then went on to graduate in Physiotherapy in 1991.

Then started a 25-year program of studying alternative medicine, and studying, teaching and presenting this internationally.

She is the founder of 3 health companies and still treats in 3 of her clinics embracing wholistic physiotherapy, healthy living, and new technology for joint repair.

In her first book ’the 4 keys to Health’ she shared her extensive knowledge of how the public could improve their health through lifestyle changes. This goes into more depth in the Human Garage Trilogy.

Nicky is a twice award winner from iSTOP and AACP. She was awarded these for her unrelenting commitment and her outstanding cutting-edge approach to treating, and presenting internationally at seminars, radio and writing about health.

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David Paling

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Clinical Lead, Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist

Meet David Paling BSc(Hons) MCSP MAACP

Musculoskeletal Pain, Sports Injuries, Acupuncture (Including Migraines/Headaches, Bells Palsy and BPPV (Dizzyness) treatment

Hi, I’m Dave, I graduated from the University of Brighton in 2002 with an BSc Honours Degree in Physiotherapy.

I started out working in the NHS before entering the private world in 2007. I predominantly treat back and neck pain patients especially those who have pelvic/sacroiliac problems, but do have a special interest in sports injuries and have worked for the FA covering games and the treatment of England youth teams.

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Jonathan Hobbs

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Clinical Lead, Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist

Meet David Paling BSc(Hons) MCSP MAACP

Jonathan Hobbs Msc MCSP FHEA

Jonathan has 30 years experience as an exercise professional and has been a Chartered Physiotherapist for over 20 years practising within the NHS, private sector and professional sport. He was awarded his MSc in acupuncture in 2004 and he is also a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, an advanced AACP member, an accredited tutor and Chairman of the AACP.

He delivers acupuncture and dry needling training within the UK and internationally across the US, EU, Middle East and India via his Hobbs Masters Needling Series programme.

He is published in a variety of journals including Co-Kinetic, International Therapist, the Journal of Chinese Medicine, the Journals of both the British Chiropractic Council and the Alliance of UK Chiropractors as well as the Journal of the AACP and also contributed to the textbook of Sports Physiology and Injury Management (Elsevier, 2020).

He currently has two textbooks awaiting publication: one detailing the clinically reasoned approach to problem-solving utilised within the Hobbs Masters Needling Series and the other a technical manual outlining his Facial Aesthetic Cosmetic Enhancement (FACE) acupuncture system.

He also has seven articles published this year in various medical journals covering topics such as anatomy, adverse events in treatment and pharmacology.

Jonathan has previously been an MSc programme leader in biomechanics, senior lecturer in BSc sport therapy, an external assessor for BSc courses in traditional acupuncture and sports rehabilitation and was the principal of a school of physiotherapy.

He currently acts as a consultant and sessional lecturer to a number of universities throughout the UK including Keele University School of Medicine. He is also a consultant to physiotherapists within Team GB, Premiership and Championship football, EIS, MoD and the NHS.

Jonathan has been involved in teaching the clinical staff of various high profile organisations including the English Institute of Sport (Team GB), Sport Wales, Manchester City FC, West Bromwich Albion FC, Sheffield Wednesday FC, Nottingham Forest FC, Leicester City FC, HM Armed Forces, New Orleans Saints (NFL, US) and numerous private clinics as well as NHS across the UK.

He is also the inventor (patent pending) of the innovative SWAGBAG (Superior Strength Stabilising Water Against Gravity) exercise device which creates a dynamic shifting load from 2kg up to 100kg. The SWAGBAG adds unique challenges to any training scenario from rehabilitation to strength and conditioning and increases the workload on the body but to the constant movement of water. He was previously interviewed by the BBC regarding the SWAGBAG and the challenges of being an inventor. The SWAGBAG is currently available within the US.

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Dean Attwood

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Sports Massage Therapist, Personal Trainer, Biomechanical Assessor

Meet Dean Attwood - Sports Therapist

My career in the Health Industry started with Fitness. I began at Hilton Hotels associated with the ‘Livingwell’ chain and quickly progressed to management. Following this, I opted for a more personal and exclusive environment, which gave me the opportunity to work alongside some of the finest inspirational instructors in the UK.

I have taught within numerous esteemed gym and studio locations, teaching an abundance of classes over the years from basics to master classes, including  Pilates and stretching, to strength and conditioning, all bespoke and tailored to be specific, and always with a sense of humour.

Treating injuries came naturally to me and I have invested many years treating many thousands of patients through a unique blend of Sports Massage, reflex trigger points, bespoke exercises and coaching.

Over the years, my knowledge has progressed further into specialising into the mobility of people, their bio-mechanics and how to overcome compensation mechanisms. I have had the privilege to work alongside one of the UK’s leading Bio-Mechanical Experts at numerous events and locations around England.

My aspirations to help people achieve a more balanced lifestyle, combining; life coaching, fitness regimes and positive changes to lifestyles have accomplished some amazing results.

At a younger age I fought competitively, I currently hold a second degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and a 1st Degree Black belt in Bushido, both of which I am at an instructor level. I enjoy keeping fit, using the gym and climbing the occasional mountain.

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Anton Narcisi

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Sports Therapist

Meet Anton Narcisi – Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist

Hi, my name is Anton Narcisi a graduate from Staffs University. Completing my degree (BSc Hon) in Sport Therapy has enabled me to gain valuable experience across various clinical and sporting settings. and I specialise in the assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of muscles, bones and joints. I also offer massage therapy for those that want to maintain a healthy active lifestyle.

I assess, diagnose as well as use a variety of physical techniques and therapies in the rehabilitation and treatment of athletes/public who are suffering from injuries or illnesses.

My background of sport included competing as an amateur boxer (30+ bouts), Brazilian Jujitsu, and Olympic lifting and 20+ years of coaching experience (Senior Coach Level III ABAE).

Currently splits his times as assistant therapist to Longton rugby club (national level III) and first aider/pitch-side for Leister Tigers summer development camps.

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Carol Bancroft

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Carol Bancroft AOH - Complimentary Holistic Therapist, Massage Therapist, Reiki, Reflexology, Indian Head, Sound Therapy

FHT, CThA, CNHC

Meet Carol Bancroft - Sports Therapist

I specialize in treating each client as a unique individual and customize each session to meet the clients’ specific needs. Sessions always start with a client check-in that allows me to dialogue with them and to ensure they receive the treatment that they both want and need. My mission is to provide my clients with premier quality wellness through excellent massage and bodywork techniques and exceptional customer service so they may have a rewarding experience as a whole and leave the therapy room in the best place they can be. After a session is complete I encourage the client to practice self-care to ensure they allow themselves to integrate the work done in the session on all levels.

I have been asked what my favourite area is to work on the body – not an easy choice but I do enjoy working the back – both upper and lower as well as the neck and shoulder area. But I also like working the legs and arms – so I am really unable to make a definite choice.

On a personal level I have several interests including Genealogy – I am slowly building my family tree going back several generations at the moment; Gardening – my garden was totally grassed over when I moved into my house 5 years ago- I now have borders and beds that are flourishing; Walking/Hiking – being out on the Chase when I can make it helps me relax; Collage work – I enjoy a process called SoulCollage© where I am building my own Oracle card deck; Cooking – specifically baking – I enjoy the process of taking separate elements and creating a whole from those.

I also enjoy going to the theatre and visiting galleries and museums as well as reading - fiction and non-fiction. Since returning from the US I now enjoy traveling in the UK and have a couple of goals – 1) to traverse the entire coastline of the UK and 2) to travel on a barge along the amazing canal network we have here in the UK.

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Alexandra Durrant

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BSc (Hons) MCSP MAACP

Meet Alexandra Durrant

I’m Alexandra, I graduated from Keele University in 2012 with a BSc Honours Degree in Physiotherapy.

During my Physiotherapy training, I volunteered in a long-term Neuro therapy centre who then, when I qualified, offered me a year contract to work and conducted a small study exploring the benefits of exercise in long term neurological conditions. I mainly worked with patients with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Parkinson’s and Huntington’s in this role.

I then went on to work within the National health service for a community neurological team in London for three years. I worked with many different long term and acute conditions such as MS, Stroke, Motor Neurone Disease and many more.

I have travelled to India, Australia, New Zealand and Peru, where I explored some ancient treatment methods as well as getting involved in research. In between my travels, I worked as a physiotherapist as a locum in adult mental health, rapid response teams, various community orthopaedic teams as well as private work in London.

Through the years I have become a specialist in hands-on treatment which includes trigger point massage, Deep, transverse frictions, Neuromuscular energizing therapy, Indian head massage, Thai bodywork, Reflexology, Acupuncture, Reiki and deep relaxation training.
I am a juggler and unicyclist as well as a musician in my spare time. I enjoy music and circus festivals in the summer months. I work at a number of festivals providing a physiotherapy service to performers and staff.

I came to work in this clinic in September 2019 for three days a week to be in the beautiful countryside of Staffordshire and share my time between here and my home town in North Wales.

I am also currently involved in research into chronic pain.

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Paul Hanson

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BSc and MSc Physiotherapist

Paul Hanson - Physiotherapist

Hi, I’m Paul, I graduated from Keele University in 2012, completing my BSc Degree in Physiotherapy. Whilst working over the next 5 years I complete my Master’s Degree in Advanced Physiotherapy, which was completed in 2017.

I started working in the world private practice in 2012 for a few years, before moving into a variety of NHS work within different fields. I have since then moved into a disability assessment role, which covered a wide variety of conditions. Alongside this, I am now working at the clinic which I will treat a variety of musculoskeletal conditions.

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Frontline Staff

Alan Cramphorn

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Management 

Meet Alan Cramphorn

Most of my life has been very much orientated around engineering and manufacturing. I studied Mechanical Engineering at Leeds University and Lehigh University, Pennsylvania, USA, where I graduated with a Doctorate, after which I started my working life in development at Cambridge. I was soon immersed in Aerospace and was as a result moved to the USA for 5 years, where I headed up the technical and manufacturing functions in an aerospace company. It was here I started a strong interest in lean manufacturing and utilised this to transform both the office and manufacturing facility.

I returned to the UK to live in Staffordshire, working near Solihull and utilising my lean experience, embarked on reorganising this company, eventually becoming Managing Director and had the privilege of running the leanest company in , £8 billion group. Eventually, new challenges beckoned and, with hindsight, I jumped ship at probably the worst timing possible, 1 week before 9/11, subsequent to which aerospace halved worldwide overnight. The next 2 years were unpleasant and I eventually became a casualty of the fallout of 9/11 in 2003 as business survival required ongoing cuts.

Nicky and I were both keen to set up our own business and the decision had already been made to start Nicky Snazell Clinic in 2002. Upon my exit from aerospace, I went straight back to college to start learning about healthcare, which culminated in my graduation from the main Chinese Medical Training Centre at Acumedic in London. This combined with extensive training from Nicky, enabled me to be a fairly proficient aid to support Nicky’s very high level of skills.

As business grew, there was an ever-increasing need to manage and eventually the decision was made to move full time into management. The move allowed us to open other clinics around the country.

Always up for a new challenge, I decided to get proficient in marketing, after suffering years of B.S. in the hands of the professionals and this will be one of my key focusses in the next year.

In my personal life I have had a life long interest in motorbikes and road racing. Where time permits I get involved in quite a lot of DIY (much to Nicky’s suffering) and more recently garden design.

Nicky and I both love to visit places with culture and history and we feel blessed with the abundance of choices on offer in Europe. Closer to home our favourite city is Norwich, which offers culture aplenty, along with a wonderful feel of calm and relaxation.

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Jean Moss

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Receptionist

Meet Jean

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Erica Byrne

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Receptionist 

Meet Erica

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Your pathway to optimum health

You can be confident that you will be diagnosed in depth and treated by a highly qualified team, backed up by comprehensive and latest technology.

Your recovery is not just about the treatment, it also depends on your confidence and trust in our abilities and the whole experience of visiting the clinic.

Walk through the door and you will immediately relax within a calming environment and with our friendly team. You can be confident in the knowledge that whoever you choose to see, the whole team is supportive. If you need to see a more senior physiotherapist, see a surgeon, get an ultrasound or MRI scan, this can be quickly arranged to suit you.

Technology is moving at a rapid pace  and can offer you significant benefits. In this Nicky Snazell's Pain Relief Clinic excels. That means you will have access to various technologies some of which are only available at a handful of clinics in the UK.  Add to that the first in the world pain specialist recognition and it is clear the Nicky Snazell's Pain Relief Clinic offers you a powerful package you can trust in.