The Chiropractic Team

Since founding Axis Chiropractic in 2005, Michelle has been dedicated to providing exceptional care to her patients. After qualifying from the Welsh Institute of Chiropractic, she has built a reputation for her expertise and personalised approach to treatment.

Michelle’s interest in chiropractic began in her teenage years when she met an equine chiropractor. This experience ignited her passion for the field, leading her to recognise the extensive benefits that chiropractic care offers to both animals and humans. She enjoys treating a diverse range of patients, from teenagers to seniors, addressing various musculoskeletal issues with techniques including spinal and joint manipulation, soft tissue massage, acupuncture, kinesiology taping, ultrasound therapy, and tailored home rehabilitation programmes.

Outside the clinic, Michelle has a keen interest in horses, dedicating time to their care and well-being. She also enjoys interior design, where she expresses her creativity and attention to detail. With nearly two decades of experience, Michelle is committed to enhancing the health and well-being of her patients while maintaining a friendly and welcoming environment.

Laura is originally from a small town called Inverurie in north east Scotland. She moved to Wales to study to become a Chiropractor at the University of South Wales in 2009 and graduated with a Master of Chiropractic. Laura is registered with both the General Chiropractic Council and the British Chiropractic Association.

Laura has a ten year history of working in healthcare prior to qualifying as a Chiropractor. Laura developed a keen interest in Chiropractic after experiencing the benefits of treatment personally back in 2007. This gave her the motivation she needed to go back to university to pursue a career in Chiropractic in 2009.

She is passionate about helping patients to achieve their personal goals and getting them to their optimum health.

Laura’s treatments include spinal/ joint manipulation, soft tissue massage, acupuncture, kenisiology taping, ultrasound and home rehabilitation programs.

Rachael graduated with a distinction from the WIOC (Welsh Institute of Chiropractic) in 2011. During her final year at University she received the academic excellence award.

Rachael first came in contact with chiropractic through her love of horses, ever since rescuing a mare who was in poor condition. Her family have used equine chiropractors to help improve and maintain the health of their horses since she was a child. However, it was at about the age of 11 that she first came into contact with chiropractors that treated people.After a nasty Horse riding accident her mother started to see a Chiropractor to help her to fully recover, and it inspired Rachael to see just how much it could help people live their lives to the full.

Rachael is still a keen horse rider and also enjoys running. She usually runs half marathons but is in training for her first ever full marathon in October 2018. Naturally her love of these sports lends to her enjoyment in helping others achieve their full potential in the sports they love through Chiropractic treatment but especially riders and runners.

Her CPD has been focused on two main areas of chiropractic, treatment of the elderly and treating ladies during their pregnancies. It has been, and continues to be areas that she love to work in. “In both specialities, it’s the little things that make a difference, from helping an elderly person be able to reach into the kitchen cupboards so that they can stay independent, or helping a pregnant lady turn in bed or get out of the car without pain. Chiropractic can help to make the day to day things easier”.

Rachael also runs Health Weeks for local companies and has done for many years focusing on posture and desk related complaints. Her focus here has been to empower desk workers to be able to recognise how daily postures have an impact on their spinal health, and helping them through Chiropractic treatment and rehabilitation exercises to manage this despite their occupational loading.

Rhiannon (known as Rhia) achieved her Masters of Chiropractic degree from the Welsh Institute of Chiropractic. She is registered with both the General Chiropractic Council and British Chiropractic Association. Rhia knew from a young age she wanted to embark on a career in healthcare. Becoming a chiropractor allows her to deliver tailor made patient centered care to each patient.

Following her graduation in 2011 Rhia has undertaken further training in kinesiotaping, dry needling, and chiropractic care for children. Rhia hopes in the future to add more strings to her bow, including chiropractic care for babies.

Rhia and her husband enjoy traveling the world. Having already explored Asia in recent years, they hope to see much more of the world in the future.

Gareth received his Masters of Chiropractic degree in 2013 from the Welsh Institute of Chiropractic. He is a member of the British Chiropractic Association and the Royal College of Chiropractors (MRCC).

Gareth was first introduced to chiropractic care at 16 when he suffered a back injury playing cricket. Chiropractic treatment enabled him to recover and get back on the field of play immediately. As a keen sportsman and avid cricket player, Gareth has a passion in treating sporting related injuries. He also enjoys treating people of all walks of life and feels that everyone can benefit from chiropractic care.

Gareth is committed to updating his knowledge by attending regular post-graduate training and CPD events. In May 2016, he completed a post-graduate diploma in Musculoskeletal Diagnostic Ultrasound which allows him to scan various joints of the body for pathology.

Originally from Cardiff, outside of work he enjoys all forms of sport. In the summer months, you are likely to see him on a cricket field somewhere in South Wales, whilst in the winter months you are likely to see him on a squash court.

Peter graduated from the Welsh Institute of Chiropractic with a Master’s degree attaining a Distinction. Peter is registered with both the General Chiropractic Council and British Chiropractic Association.

He was first exposed to the world of Chiropractics at a young age after accompanying his mother to see her Chiropractor. Although too young at the time to appreciate the importance of that day, seeing the positive effect it had on her planted a seed which has led Peter to grow into a Chiropractor himself.

Peter is committed to updating his clinical knowledge by attending regular post-graduate training, and has recently trained in medical dry needling.

When not at work, Peter is an avid cinema fan, who enjoys baking, cars, wildlife photography and getting into the great outdoors.

He is now looking forward to contributing his skill and efforts to the team here at Axis Chiropractic and most importantly, to all the wonderful people he is going to meet, have the privilege of caring for, and help restore back to their maximum health potential.

Alistair graduated from the Welsh Institute of Chiropractic, with his Doctor of Chiropractic degree and is registered with the General Chiropractic Council.

Alistair’s journey into Chiropractic began through his own experience with pain. After a serious fall from a rope swing as a teenager and later a meniscus tear, he struggled with persistent back and knee pain. Working with a Chiropractor not only helped resolve these issues, but led him down a path turning previous weaknesses into strengths.

His approach combines hands-on treatment with practical guidance to help maintain improvements between visits. This might include simple strengthening exercises, movement strategies, or subtle adjustments to daily activities that make a significant difference. Alistair works with patients to understand their goals and develop care plans to help achieve them. Whether that’s playing with grandchildren without discomfort, returning to a favourite sport, or simply getting through a workday without pain.

Alistair is committed to staying current with the latest research and continuously developing his skills to provide the best possible care.

Outside the clinic, you’ll find him at the local bouldering gym in Cardiff where he previously coached, or enjoying the countryside and making the most of the sunny days outdoors.