About

Plymouth Chiropractic Clinic is a well established family practice that has been operating in the Plymouth area for the last 38 years.  Our clinic each of our chiropractors is also trained in radiography and radiology and we have x-ray equipment on site allowing for quick and convenient x-ray films and radiological reports. We also utilise computerised diagnostic equipment to compliment our thorough physical examinations.

Meet the team:

  • Dr Wayne Whittingham

    Principle Chiropractor

    Wayne comes from a family of chiropractors. His father Dr Ken Whittingham, who set up Plymouth Chiropractic Clinic in 1972, was renowned for saying ‘kids, you can be anything you want to in life, as long as you are a chiropractor!’ They all became chiropractors! Wayne’s sister, Yvonne, practices in Sweden and his brother, Bruce, in Surfer’s Paradise. Wayne lost his father to an accident in 1990 and his mum, Elisabeth Whittingham, continued to run the practice developing and growing it to bring chiropractic to the city of Plymouth. Wayne graduated in RMIT in Australia, where he continued to study for his PhD, the first in the world on Chiropractic for the treatment of Headaches. Wayne came back to the UK in 1997 and has enjoyed many years now running the clinic, having the privilege of seeing hundreds of people experience the amazing benefits of chiropractic. The practice is now beginning to get recognition for the work we do, not only by achieving the PPQM award again in January from the College of Chiropractors, which awards outstanding patient care, but also we are on track to becoming a research centre for chiropractic care, to highlight its many benefits in treating conditions other than back pain. It is exciting time for Wayne personally and for the whole team here.

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  • Tracey Whittingham

    Practice Manager

    Tracey graduated from the University of Plymouth after completing her nurse training, and went on to specialise in intensive care at Derriford Hospital. She loved the work that she did, helping people at the most desperate time in their lives. Tracey met Wayne in April 2005 and after a whirl wind romance they married in February 2007. Tracey was so inspired by the amazing benefits that she learnt and experienced first-hand about Chiropractic that she left nursing 4 years ago to take up managing Plymouth Chiropractic Clinic. The huge benefits that chiropractic care offers has been both inspiring and exciting to Tracey and she feels that she has found a profession that genuinely cares about every one that walks through the door. Tracey added ‘I have 2 beautiful daughters and 3 amazing step children and everyday find myself thinking how lucky I am’. The future for PCC is one of anticipation and excitement as we explore the field of research, so that we can document what we already know are the true benefits of chiropractic care. We have an amazing team here and a vast amount of patients from all walks of life, and we are looking forward to continuing this journey together.

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  • Dr Thashna Ainley

    Chiropractor

    Thashna, a mother of a beautiful 12-year-old daughter, has been inspiring patients and members of the team for 6 years. Thashna has helped adults, children and babies alike thrive with Chiropractic care, encouraging their nervous systems to function free from interference. She has a wealth of experience and success particularly with babies and children, some of which have come from difficult backgrounds. Her caring and professional approach to chiropractic healthcare has made her a respected and invaluable part of our team.

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  • Dr Ian Doble

    Chiropractor

    Ian has recently joined us after practising in Truro. Ian received his first Chiropractic adjustment aged 19 after a sporting injury. Little did he know that that one adjustment was going to change his life! Ian takes great pleasure in helping people obtain their health goals and tries to bring a smile into everybody’s day. Ian is a keen martial artist and loves the great outdoors.

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  • Adam Osborne

    Clinic Supervisor

    When Adam joined the team he knew he could only stay for 6 months as he had already accepted a place at Chiropractic College. Almost 8 years later, Adam is still with us, and has a lovely 6-year-old son called Jacob. Although he hasn’t made it to Chiropractic College yet, it is Adam’s intention to enrol at Chiropractic College in Bournemouth in September 2012. Adam works full time but, before he goes, he plans to complete his NVQ in Management, enrol in a massage course, learn sign language, AND re-do his Access to Science qualification – all in his ‘spare’ time!

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  • Cathy Moody

    Chiropractic Assistant

    Cathy has been a patient of ours for over 10 years, and since starting care has introduced many of her friends and family to the benefits of chiropractic care. Cathy is a strong advocate for chiropractic care, and when the role of Chiropractic Assistant became available, Cathy was an obvious choice. Over 4 years later Cathy is a well-loved member of the team, known for her carefree banter, and frequent holidays!

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  • Julie Rumsby

    Chiropractic Assistant

    Julie joined our team just over 3 years ago, with a strong history in customer service. When Julie applied for the role as Chiropractic Assistant her warm, friendly and caring nature was a welcome addition to our team. Julie loves cooking and baking, and often brings in food for the team to try – part of the reason she got the job! Julie has also baked a cake for this year’s Christmas raffle, which has already attracted a lot of interest with those who have sampled her cakes before!

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  • Dr Jonathan Cook

    Chiropractor

    After 4 years at the Anglo European College of Chiropractic, Jon returned to the area where he grew up, and has been with us for just over a year now. He is devoted to helping people reach their personal optimum through Chiropractic care, whether that is sporting performance, work, family life, or coping with a health condition. Jon has witnessed many people thrive through Chiropractic care, and he hopes that many more discover their potential through a Chiropractic lifestyle.

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  • Dr Sophie Hartley

    Chiropractor

    Sophie has a passion for working with people of all ages and backgrounds, and offering each person a natural and holistic approach to better health. A career in Chiropractic was the natural choice for Sophie, having grown up receiving regular wellness Chiropractic care from a young age, combined with a fascination of how the body works. Outside of Chiropractic, Sophie enjoys the outdoor life and looking after her organic vegetable garden.

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  • James Deady

    Chiropractic Assistant

    James started his Chiropractic journey in 1998 suffering from M.E. As James’ health improved under care, he was offered a role as a Chiropractic Assistant, initially for a few hours a week. James is now trained in Kinesiology and works full time, primarily with Dr Wayne Whittingham, conducting muscle balancing on the patients before they have their adjustments. James’ current plans are to further his knowledge of Kinesiology.

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  • Helen Hilton

    Chiropractic Assistant

    Helen joined our team from a nursing background, and despite previous work colleagues expecting her to return after only a couple of months, Helen has embraced the Chiropractic lifestyle, and has been a valuable member of the team for 4 years now. During her time with us, Helen has trained as a massage therapist and rents a room at Plymouth Chiropractic Clinic every week. Helen spends her free time running, cycling and looking after her 2 grandchildren.

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  • Liz Irving

    Chiropractic Assistant

    Liz is the newest member of the front desk team who joined us in January 2010, and is already proving to be a popular addition to the clinic. Liz will be helping us to launch our ‘Chiro-Kids’ club, where parents and children (of all ages) will be able to find out more about the benefits of Chiropractic care, and will receive exclusive offers and invitations throughout the year. Liz has 2 children of her own, and enjoys baking and decorating wedding cakes in her spare time.

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