About Alive Chiropractic clinic
About us
With years of experience and extensive training in chiropractic care, Alive chiropractic brings a wealth of expertise to each patient’s healing process. At Alive, we recognize that every individual is unique, and their healing journey should reflect that.
We take pride in our personalized approach to care; tailoring treatment plans to meet your specific needs and goals. We deliver straight, evidence based chiropractic care.
Who we are
Edoardo Elisei DC, Chiropractor
Edo qualified as a Doctor of Chiropractic at the AECC University College in Bournemouth, the oldest and most popular chiropractic institution in Europe.
Prior to this, he obtained a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Philosophy and Cognitive sciences at Macerata University, and he continued to pursue his research interests in Psychology of cognitive processes at the Clayton campus, Monash University in Melbourne (Australia).
Edo is fully registered with the GCC (General Chiropractic Council) and UCA (United Chiropractic Association).
He is also an official Elsevier reviewer for the scientific journal "Complementary therapies in clinical practice" regarding the use of breathing interventions for chronic low back pain. Being a certified Buteyko instructor, he often integrates breathwork duirng his sessions, helping people managing respiratory conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, long covid, bronchiectasis.
His sessions include elements of Diversified, S.O.T., Cranial work, and Activator method.
In 2022 he founded Alive Chiropractic in Poundbury (Dorchester).
His work motivation is driven not only by helping people to live pain free, but to allow them reaching their full psycho-physical potential.
Edo strongly believes in the therapeutic power of the breath as the “bridge” and connection between body and mind. In his spare time he enjoys spending time with his loved ones, training brazilian jiu jitsu, and being close to nature.
Edo lives his life according to straight chiropractic principles and philosophy.
Phil Hanger, massage therapist
He used to run a Spa on a 5 star holiday park in the role of Sports and leisure Manager.
Phil wholeheartedly believe in the power of massage and the benefits it can provide.
Michelle Coffey, Admin & C.A.
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