Meet Andrew Charles Evans MTECH (CHIRO)

I earned my chiropractic qualification from Johannesburg University in South Africa in 2005, and immediately headed to the UK to start my career. My journey began in North Nottinghamshire, where I spent five years honing my skills at a highly successful clinic owned by a close friend and associate. Ready for my next challenge, I purchased the Chiropractic Wellness Centre in Hucclecote, Gloucester. In 2015, I sold the Chiropractic Wellness Centre and I began setting up a new practice at St Luke’s Therapy Centre, an anthroposophical therapy center based in Stroud.

My journey to becoming a chiropractor is rather fascinating. As a young teen suffering from persistent headaches, I found myself on the medical merry-go-round – examinations, scans, consultations – with no success. Even a visit to a psychiatrist resulted in a prescription for antidepressants, which I instinctively knew was not the solution. My complaints subsided, but not the headaches. It wasn’t until my early twenties, when I was battling back pain while training for a marathon, that my life took a turn. My mother suggested I consult a chiropractor. This led me to Dr. Abe Kaplan, who enlightened me about body alignment and introduced me to the relief chiropractic care could bring. After my first session, I woke up without a headache for the first time in years, and I could concentrate better. This newfound clarity was life-changing. Dr. Kaplan was the one who suggested I study to become a chiropractor. I took his advice, and here I am today.

My practice deviates a bit from traditional methods. I incorporate soft-touch techniques and blend elements of acupressure, Chi Gong, and my formal clinical training from university. I’m a firm believer in the chiropractic adjustment and continue to use it where necessary, finding the optimal combination that works for each unique body.

In my early days, a brilliant chiropractor ingrained in me the importance of testing, adjusting, and retesting to ensure successful treatment—a simple, logical approach that resonates with me.

To further advocate for chiropractic care, I give talks and offer free spinal screenings at local events, educating people about the potential benefits of chiropractic care. As a former patient who experienced first-hand how chiropractic treatment relieved years of pain, I am deeply passionate about its potential to tangibly improve people’s lives.

On the personal front, I am blessed with a happy marriage, a wonderful wife named Andy, and our two lovely children – our son, Chad, born in 2007, and our vibrant daughter, Clara, born in 2012.