Our plan for staying Covid safe
Rachel Ackroyd | November 6th, 2020
We are staying open during the lockdown – as healthcare professionals we are allowed to stay open and treat our patients as normal. Chiropractic, Physiotherapy, Podiatry and Acupuncture appointments are still available.Sports massage appointments will have to stop until lockdown… Read More
RUNNERS – Do you need a Biomechanical assessment for your feet?
Rachel Ackroyd | March 3rd, 2020Are you just about to or been training for this season 5,10K, half or full marathon? Are you struggling to get those mileages up? Do you keep getting niggling injuries? Do your feet, knees or hips ache for days after?… Read More
How Chiropractic can help
Rachel Ackroyd | February 25th, 2020Chiropractic is a health care profession dedicated to the non-surgical treatment of disorders of the nervous system and musculoskeletal system. Chiropractic Treatment involves spinal manipulation of the spine, pelvis and upper/lower extremity’s. At 21st Century clinic in Reading we use… Read More
Reflexology is now available at 21st Century Clinic
Rachel Ackroyd | December 10th, 2019The benefits of Reflexology include allowing the mind and body to relax whilst alleviating stress and increasing our well being. It’s a safe , non invasive and gentle holistic therapy. Reflexology helps symptoms such as headaches, migraines, insomnia, asthma, menstrual… Read More
Private Insurance
Rachel Ackroyd | November 22nd, 2019At 21st Century Clinic – We accept private paying patients but you can use Private medical Insurance to pay all your medical costs at the Clinic.en A lot of Healthcare companies accept self – referrals now so you don’t even… Read More
What is Neuro Phsiotherapy and what can we treat?
Rachel Ackroyd | October 8th, 2019Injury or disease to any part of the Central Nervous System (brain and spinal cord), or peripheral nerves may result in many different problems, such as difficulties with movement, balance co-ordination, muscle weakness, muscle spasticity, sensory disturbances, pain and loss… Read More
Exciting times at 21st Century Clinic with a new merger
Rachel Ackroyd | September 16th, 2019We have some exciting news to share – we are delighted to announce that 21st Century Clinic will be merging with The Howard Clinic, giving patients access to a more extensive range of treatments. A little bit of background 21st… Read More
How can Sports Massage Therapy (SMT) help treat and prevent common running injuries?
Rachel Ackroyd | February 21st, 2017If you’re planning to run the Reading half marathon this year or are starting training for another event later in the year then you may want to consider Sports Massage Therapy (SMT) as part of your training/ recovery programme. SMT… Read More
How can Osteopathy help Back pain?
Rachel Ackroyd | October 5th, 2016Back pain is one of the most common complaints we see at the clinic. The NHS reports that back pain will affect 8 out 10 of us in our life time. There are several reason which can cause back pain,… Read More
Osteopathy Treatment during Pregnancy
Rachel Ackroyd | June 29th, 2016How can osteopathy help during pregnancy Osteopathy specialises in identifying and treating mechanical dysfunctions within the body resulting from stress and postural imbalances. Lower back and pelvic pain is very common during pregnancy due to changes in spinal curves… Read More