Chiropractors in Edinburgh offering expert, patient-focused Gonstead care
- Same-Day Appointments are Available
- New Patient Special Offer
- Insurance Accepted
Helping you be your best
Looking for a trusted chiropractor in Edinburgh?
Capital Chiropractic is a team of Gonstead chiropractors in Edinburgh city centre, at 50 Frederick Street in the New Town. Whether it is back pain, neck pain, sciatica or a sports injury, our chiropractors find the cause and build a treatment plan around you, with same-day appointments available.
Every treatment plan is tailored to you. Our experienced chiropractors combine expert care, advanced diagnostic technology and practical lifestyle advice to help you move better, feel stronger and get back to doing the things you love. You don’t need a GP referral to book, and we see patients of all ages.
Your path to better health
Feel Better. Move Better. Live Better.
Conditions we treat
Conditions our Edinburgh chiropractors treat
Most people come to see us because pain is starting to get in the way of work, sleep or exercise. These are the problems we help with most often.
Lower back pain and mid back pain, whether it came on suddenly after lifting something or has built up over months at a desk. Neck pain, headaches that start in the neck and whiplash after an accident.
Nerve pain, with sciatica treatment and help for a trapped nerve that causes pain, tingling or numbness in the arms or legs.
Joint problems, including shoulder pain, hip pain and stiffness from arthritis, as well as sports injuries such as tennis and golfer’s elbow.
Not sure if chiropractic is right for your problem? Call us and we’ll talk it through. If we don’t think we can help, we’ll tell you and point you towards the right care.
Why patients choose Capital Chiropractic
Helping you move freely, live fully and feel at your best.
At our modern clinic, you’ll find more than just treatment, you’ll find a team that’s genuinely committed to helping you feel your best.
Our experienced team of chiropractors combine evidence-based care, advanced diagnostic technology and personalised treatment plans to deliver the highest standard of care.
From your first consultation through to your recovery, we’re here to support you with honest advice, expert treatment and a welcoming environment where your health always comes first.
Why Gonstead chiropractic?
A precise, hands-on Gonstead approach
Gonstead is a chiropractic technique known for its detailed assessment and precise adjustments. Rather than treating the whole spine in the same way, your chiropractor pinpoints the joints contributing to your symptoms and focuses treatment there, to improve spinal function, reduce pain and help your body move more naturally.
We are the only Gonstead chiropractic clinic in Edinburgh. The clinic is led by Stuart Cooper, a certified Gonstead chiropractor with more than 17 years of clinical experience and over 300 hours of extra Gonstead training in the USA, Denmark, Paris and Manchester.
Gonstead isn’t the only approach we use. Our chiropractors also use Diversified, Activator and Thompson Drop techniques, so we can choose a gentler, low-force option when that suits you better. Read more about our chiropractic techniques and how we approach chiropractic treatment in Edinburgh.
Your first visit
What to expect at your first appointment
Your first appointment is never rushed. It starts with a conversation about your symptoms, your medical history and how the problem is affecting your work, hobbies and everyday life.
Next comes a thorough examination of your posture, spinal movement, muscle strength, joint function and nervous system. If it is clinically appropriate, we may recommend digital X-rays to help confirm a diagnosis and make sure treatment is safe for you.
We then explain what we have found in plain language, tell you honestly whether chiropractic is the right approach and talk you through a personalised care plan. If you are happy to go ahead, treatment usually begins at this appointment, and you’ll leave with practical advice and exercises. Find out what to expect at your first visit, including what to bring.
Why choose us
Our commitment to exceptional care.
Our licensed chiropractors in Edinburgh provide personalised care for patients of all ages, helping with a wide range of acute and chronic conditions.
Alongside hands-on treatment, we offer practical advice on exercise, posture, nutrition and lifestyle, supporting everything from pain management and sports injuries to long-term rehabilitation and recovery.
- Hands-On, Not Rushed
- Personalised Care
- Same-Day Appointments
- Licensed Chiropractors
- Flexible Scheduling
- Long-Term Wellness
Why wait to feel at your best?
Trusted by 1,000+ Happy Clients and 5-star Rated in Edinburgh.
Find us
Our chiropractic clinic in Edinburgh city centre
You’ll find Capital Chiropractic at 50 Frederick Street, Edinburgh EH2 1EX, in the New Town and a short walk from Princes Street. Our city-centre location makes it easy to fit an appointment around work or the journey home.
We are open Monday to Thursday from 8:30am to 8pm, Friday from 8:30am to 3pm and Saturday from 9:30am to 1pm, so you can visit before or after work most days of the week.
In pain and need to be seen quickly? Call 0131 226 1336. We keep appointments free each day for emergencies, so we may be able to see you the same day even when online booking looks full. Read more about our same-day emergency chiropractor appointments, or get directions to the clinic.
Meet our team
Our chiropractors are Stuart Cooper, Pietro Gandini and Kirsten Foley. Stuart, our clinic director, trained at the Anglo-European College of Chiropractic, is registered with the General Chiropractic Council and is recognised by all major insurance companies. Pietro graduated with First-Class Honours from the same college and has completed more than 200 hours of Gonstead training. Kirsten has been part of the clinic since 2022.
They are supported by our massage therapists, our podiatrist and a friendly reception team, so you can get chiropractic care, massage and podiatry under one roof.