My name is Andrea and I went to the guys at Willow Chiropractic with small hope, as I did try…read moreanything for my back without results. After few sessions I immediately felt the mental and physical benefits due this people work, I felt like a new person and now my back pain and condition is definitely improved. Very recommended, Than you Willow team. -Andrea

Are you interested in alternative medicine? If so, this complimentary medicine centre on Wells…read moreRoad might float your boat. Boasting a range of services, including traditional Chinese acupuncture, aromatherapy, Indian head massage, reflexology, Reiki and stress management, you really are spoilt for holistic choice here. Prices vary depending on the treatment you choose and staff are friendly and professional.

It's rapidly becoming clear that the medical service as we know it is not the only, or indeed the…read morebest, source for healing. Alternative remedies are finally being shed the light that they deserve and institutions like Bristol Natural Health Service are flying the flag. From reflexology to hypnotherapy there is a wide spectrum of help offered here from quality trained professionals. To list all the services and benefits would take an age but the one that really stood out for me was the allergy testing. Using kinesiology and other techniques they were able to pinpoint specific food groups I had problems with. A few alterations to my lifestyle and I'm feeling much more healthy. No appointment necessary and very welcoming, I highly recommend this place.

The Bristol Natural Health Service s a complimentary health clinic situated at the top of…read moreGloucester Road. Being long established it is very good at what it does. Offering a much more comprehensive range of therapies than many other complimentary health centres it's easy to treat The Bristol Natural Health Service as pretty much a one stop shop. I have enjoyed a range of treatments here, from acupuncture to Bowen Technique, always achieving the desired results... restored health and vitality, and an end to pain... always a bonus! The practitioners have always been courteous and genuinely interested in assisting the healing process, always careful to pay attention to the detail. In all cases the therapists I've seen have remembered the ongoing development of my various conditions or complaints without needing to be prompted. But it's the reception staff that have really endeared themselves to me. All mature women, they are really lovely, always warm and devoutly concerned.

I've been going to the Yewtree clinic for a number of years. I see Claire the lead osteopath for a…read moreknee injury. She has turned me from sceptic to true advocate of osteopathy. I have recommended her to a number of friends and all have had excellent outcomes. Although I have not used the other services such as acupuncture, chiropody or Alexander Technique training, it is clear that Claire has put great care in building a team of caring experts in each discipline to maintain a consistently high standard. The clinic is warm, comfortable and friendly. I cannot recommend it highly enough.

The Healing Rooms provide a calm and pleasant environment for practitioners and their clients,…read morewhich is perfect for the different types of therapy offered. Maureen at the help desk is very helpful and understanding. Plus it's in the middle of Gloucester road, so very easy to get to!

The Healing Rooms are managed in association with the Bristol Buddhist Centre, which occupies the…read moreground floor of the building. They offer a reasonable range of curative therapies, along with a few of the more superficial, 'faddy' treatments. The latter includes Hopi Ear Candles, which, having tried it once, I won't bother with again as I remain entirely unconvinced of the efficacy of the treatment, and didn't enjoy the experience. I'm also not a big fan of Indian Head Massage as I haven't experienced any perceptible benefits from the two treatments that I've had elsewhere. Prices are midrange, but vary from one therapist to another, so a visit to their website is essential unless you have managed to come by one of their flyers. Sessions can be booked with the individual practitioners, (a full list of phone numbers can be obtained form the well designed website, along with prices for the various therapies practiced), or you can use the messaging service on: 0117 9443173

Trowbridge Osteopaths have been simply amazing providing a caring service that went above and…read morebeyond. Having difficulty like so many, I went for an appointment where I was assessed, a diagnosis was given and a treatment plan was explained by Sally who was very thorough and knowledgeable. At no point was there any 'hard sell' to book in for treatment. My management plan was explained should I book back in for treatment and I felt totally looked after. I am booking back in as I was filled with confidence that the cause of my symptoms will be treated as opposed to just being given some possible prescription to over come the pain and discomfort I have. If you want an honest, professional and cared for appointment I can't recommend more highly Trowbridge Osteopaths and wellbeing centre.

Now, I have actually already given recommendation for James Ross Healthcare as a gym but feel my…read morerecent experience of the physiotherapy there deserves a special mention. I suffered from a knee injury related to marathon training and despite my reluctance to have to pay for physiotherapy I really had to bite the bullet and pay a visit to James. For sports related injury I think it's really worth going to someone based in a gym, they know about running so can advise from both sides. After a initial assessment he found the problem and I have had a few follow up treatment sessions - they are expensive (£40 for the assessment and £35 thereafter) but he seems very good at what he's doing and it's the sort of thing - if you need it then you need it. I would highly recommend.

At the back of temple meads, right under the train track, James Ross Healthcare is an excellent…read morelittle gym. Initially started as a physiotherapy centre, they expanded to offer gym services. The space isn't huge, so there's only one of each Cardiovascular trainers, and as such is more geared towards circuits and weight training than the treadmill machines. Having said that, it never gets busy, so the times I've been I've never not been able to get on the equipment I needed. There's a real sense of personal service though, which is its main selling feature. For £35 a month, they'll give you a 15 minute assessment, and give you a programme designed to help you towards whatever goal you're trying to reach. There's always a personal trainer around, and they really care to take the time to have a chat and make sure everything is going well each time you come in. They also offer martial arts and yoga, so it's a well rounded gym off the beaten track - well worth the effort.

The Family Practice is like a Mecca for all those suffering from acute back pain. I have been there…read morein various states of agony and always found treatment constructive, thorough and sympathetic. The practice is run by a team of very experienced osteopaths who all have a slightly different approach to their craft. But all use structural and cranial techniques. Their clients vary from the decrepit to the newborn and from the sportsman or woman to the couch potato. They offer a variety of treatment for sports injuries and employ several practitioners in complementary therapies from acupuncture and homeopathy to family counselling, reflexology and shiatsu. The excellent website has profiles on every practioner detailing their approaches and influences. And you can expect to be seen fairly promptly if you are in extreme pain. There is also a clinic on Saturday mornings.