Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chiropractor in Hove
Chiropractic Life has been dedicated to providing natural healthcare solutions for families in Hove since 2001. With over two decades of combined experience, our team specialises in addressing stress-related musculoskeletal issues using evidence-based chiropractic techniques. We focus on holistic wellness, incorporating spinal adjustments, lifestyle guidance, and family-centred care to address both acute and chronic conditions.Our clinic offers evening and weekend appointments to accommodate modern lifestyles, and we utilise advanced diagnostic tools including on-site digital X-ray facilities. Led by Dr Rob Sandford, our practice combines technical expertise with a deep commitment to patient education and preventive healthcare.
Services
Chiropractic Care
Pediatric Chiropractic
Spinal Adjustments
Postural Assessment
X-ray Services
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of chiropractic experience treating families in Hove
- Specialise in multigenerational care from infants to seniors
- Offer evidence-based treatments including spinal adjustments and posture analysis
- Provide on-site digital X-ray diagnostic facilities
- Maintain extended hours including evenings and Saturdays
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Our spinal adjustment treatments address musculoskeletal disorders through precise manual techniques. We use diversified methods alongside Activator instruments to correct misalignments, relieve pain, and improve nerve function. Each session includes posture analysis and follow-up recommendations.
Pediatric Chiropractic
Specialised gentle treatments for infants and children to address developmental issues and physical stress. We support natural growth patterns through safe adjustments that help with sleep, posture, and mobility challenges.
Postural Assessment
Comprehensive evaluation of body alignment using orthopaedic testing and digital imaging. We identify structural imbalances caused by modern lifestyles and create corrective plans combining adjustments with rehabilitative exercises.
Family Wellness
Multigenerational healthcare plans addressing the needs of entire families. Our approach integrates spinal health with lifestyle guidance, offering tailored advice on ergonomics, exercise, and emotional wellbeing to support long-term wellness.
X-ray Diagnostics
On-site digital X-ray facilities for accurate musculoskeletal assessments. We use low-dose imaging to evaluate spinal conditions, track progress, and develop precise treatment strategies while maintaining strict safety standards during diagnostic procedures.
People
Dr Rob Sandford
Chiropractor
Qualified chiropractor with over 20 years experience, practising in Hove since 2019. Specialises in family care having worked in Devon and Spain, integrating clinical expertise with holistic wellness approaches.
Dr Marleena Laakso
Chiropractor
Experienced chiropractic practitioner supporting the Hove community. Provides patient-centred care focusing on musculoskeletal health and preventive wellness strategies through evidence-based treatment approaches.
Melissa Sandford
Practice Manager
30-year veteran of the chiropractic field with management experience across Europe. Oversees clinic operations while championing natural healthcare principles and maintaining exceptional patient service standards.
Noah Sandford
Treatment Assistant
Supports clinic operations with personal experience of lifelong chiropractic care. Combines sports background with healthcare knowledge to assist with patient support and wellness education.
Stori
Practice Assistant
Recent graduate with business and economics background, providing administrative support while learning about holistic healthcare. Engages with patients and supports clinic educational initiatives.
Questions
What chiropractic services do you offer?
We provide spinal adjustments, posture assessments, pediatric chiropractic care, and musculoskeletal evaluations using advanced techniques like Sacro Occipital Technique and Activator instrument adjustments.
Do you treat children and infants?
Yes, we specialise in family chiropractic care, treating patients from newborns through seniors with age-appropriate, gentle techniques tailored to each individual's needs.
Are evening and weekend appointments available?
Our clinic offers extended hours including evenings until 7:30pm on Mondays and Thursdays, plus Saturday morning appointments from 9:00-11:00.
Do you perform X-rays on-site?
We have digital X-ray facilities available at our Hove clinic for accurate diagnostic imaging when required as part of your assessment and treatment planning.
How long has the practice been operating?
Chiropractic Life has been serving the Hove community since 2001, with Dr Rob Sandford leading the practice since 2019 after 13 years in Devon and time in Spain.
Is chiropractic care safe?
Our techniques are gentle and non-invasive, with practitioners trained to adapt treatments to individual comfort levels. We use gas release techniques that avoid excessive pressure.
