Business Details
16 Years
experience
Trusted Chiropractic Care for Families in Bradford-on-Avon
Established in 2010 by Dr Shaana van Aardenne, our centre prioritises family health through chiropractic and cranial care. Located in Bradford-on-Avon, we serve Bath, Trowbridge, Frome, and surrounding areas in Wiltshire and Somerset. Our team of three skilled practitioners delivers patient-centred, holistic care tailored to all life stages, from infants to seniors. We focus on addressing underlying health issues through lifestyle assessments, posture analysis, and stress management alongside physical treatments. Our expertise in prenatal and paediatric care has earned referrals from other practitioners and healthcare professionals. We collaborate with local wellness providers to offer comprehensive support networks for our patients.With over 20 years of combined experience, our chiropractors utilise advanced techniques including Sacro-Occipital Therapy and cranial sacral work. We maintain membership with The General Chiropractic Council and United Chiropractic Association, ensuring adherence to professional standards. Our practice philosophy combines technical expertise with compassionate care, aiming to improve quality of life through preventative health strategies. Regular patients appreciate our ability to resolve chronic issues and provide immediate relief through personalised treatment plans.
Services
Chiropractic Care
Cranial Treatment
Prenatal Care
Paediatric Care
Lifestyle Advice
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer advanced Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT) certification for specialised care
- Our team includes recommended practitioners by the Pelvic Partnership
- We provide tailored prenatal and paediatric chiropractic expertise
- We combine cranial sacral therapy with traditional chiropractic adjustments
- Our practitioners maintain membership with leading chiropractic regulatory bodies
Associations and certifications
- General Chiropractic Council
- United Chiropractic Association
What people say
Regular treatments
Improved energy
Supportive team
Priority appointments
Visible improvements
Services
Chiropractic Care
Our chiropractic treatments address musculoskeletal issues through manual adjustments. We focus on spinal alignment to improve nervous system function and overall health. Patients benefit from reduced pain, improved mobility, and preventative care strategies tailored to individual needs.
Cranial Treatment
Specialised cranial techniques gently address skull and spinal fluid imbalances. This subtle approach benefits patients of all ages, particularly infants and pregnant women. It helps alleviate headaches, birth trauma effects, and stress-related conditions through non-invasive methods.
Prenatal Care
Tailored chiropractic care for expectant mothers addresses pelvic alignment and posture changes. We specialise in relieving pregnancy-related discomforts like pelvic girdle pain. Our practitioners use gentle techniques to support optimal foetal positioning and prepare bodies for natural childbirth.
Paediatric Care
Gentle chiropractic interventions for infants and children address developmental challenges. We support post-birth recovery, improve feeding difficulties, and enhance neurological development. Our practitioners use fingertip adjustments suitable for delicate young bodies and developing nervous systems.
Lifestyle Advice
Comprehensive health recommendations complement physical treatments. We provide posture analysis, stress management techniques, and ergonomic advice. This holistic approach helps patients maintain adjustments and achieve long-term wellness improvements through daily lifestyle modifications.
People
Shaana van Aardenne
Founder & Chiropractor
Dr Shaana van Aardenne established the centre in 2010 after qualifying in South Africa and the UK. She holds advanced SOT certification and specialises in prenatal care. Her practice combines chiropractic expertise with cranial techniques and holistic wellness approaches.
Bethan Williams
Chiropractor
Bethan graduated from the Welsh Institute of Chiropractic with expertise in family care. She focuses on non-invasive treatments for chronic issues and prenatal support. Her approach combines traditional adjustments with patient education for sustainable health improvements.
Edward Marshall
Chiropractor
Ed specialises in extremity injuries and sports performance enhancement. He combines chiropractic care with yoga principles and nutrition advice. His expertise includes treating athletes and providing functional movement assessments to optimise physical performance and recovery.
Questions
What chiropractic techniques do you use?
We use Sacro-Occipital Technique, cranial work, and traditional adjustments tailored to individual needs.
Do you treat children and infants?
Yes, we provide gentle, age-appropriate treatments for children from birth onwards.
Can you help with pregnancy-related discomfort?
Our practitioners specialise in prenatal care for pelvic alignment and birth preparation.
How long are treatment sessions?
Initial consultations last up to 60 minutes, with follow-ups taking 30 minutes.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, card, and bank transfers for our chiropractic services.
Reviews (4)
Tara Kelsall
Jan 05, 2022
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Just had a wonderful first consultation with Bethan. A professional & friendly atmosphere from the moment you arrive and meet the lovely receptionist all the way through the appointment. Can't wait to return for by next treatment!
Gill Family
Dec 12, 2021
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I have been seeing Bethan for the last 3 years. Fantastic practice, always go above and beyond to fit in when there has been an emergency situation with my back. Nice quiet venue and they are always on time too.
Elaine P.
Dec 07, 2021
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Shaana has been great for any of the back issues I've had...right back from having been pregnant with with lower back and pelvic issues to now with neck and shoulder issues. A great sense of relief after an adjustment appointment! Thank you
Magdalena Watling
Dec 06, 2021
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I love The Family Chiropractic Centre, my whole family have regular treatments with Shaana and Bethan. I am busy mum of two and Chiropractic is a big part of my self care routine. I feel so much better, my spine is better aligned. I can move better and have more energy after sessions with Shaana. I struggled with pelvic girdle pain and sacral pain during pregnancy and post pregnancy and Shaana was the only person who cared and understood the issue. Since then I have regular maintenance appointments. My son had his first treatment only at 5 days old and Chiropractic is a big part of his
