Thumbs up for McTimoney Chiropractic & Yoga with Shelagh!

“A patient of mine once told me that she had been seeing a chiropractor, one with an intelligent and gentle approach, and that she achieved an outcome we had not been able to achieve at my end. The chiropractor’s name was Shelagh Taggart.
This report impressed on me strongly enough to begin sending patients to Shelagh. Another patient came back with an excellent report and then another and another.
Shelagh noticed she had a new enthusiastic referrer and so one Saturday morning, I visited her Nurture Yoga & Therapy Centre, met the team and was shown around. I was impressed and started to refer regularly.
We developed a productive collaboration, and I found that Shelagh’s treatment and mine were complementary with each other in selected patients. It’s worked very well.
I am retiring and I felt I should thank Shelagh and congratulate her on our excellent collaboration.” Dr Vladimir Gorelov: Consultant Anaesthetist & Specialist in Pain Management

“Just a quick e mail to thank you for treating the Mortons Neuroma on my right foot.  Whilst I appreciated that this method of treatment is in its infancy and that it isn’t successful in every case, I was quite happy to try it.  After only two sessions the pain had completely gone, but I decided to have another three to see if the relief from pain continued. I am delighted to announce that after three years of suffering I am now completely free of any symptoms after only five sessions! It has truly been a life changing experience. If anyone is thinking of trying it I would encourage them to do so without any hesitation. 
Your professionalism and approach was incredible, as was your honesty with regards to trying the treatment. Once again thank you for your care.”  Kath Empson. 

“I have to thank you again, because you made such a huge difference to me.  You have improved my back tremendously.  I really wish I lived nearer to you because I would be there at least once a month for maintenance. I will make an effort to visit you again, because I think you are so good at what you do. Thank you.”   Joan McCann

“After your last treatment was the first time that I have been able to sit in the front of a car and turn my head to look out of the rear window in ten years or more. Brilliant!”  Tony Lacey 

“I am very grateful for all you have done. It is rare to find a practitioner who is genuinely attentive and kind to the whole person – with the bonus of exceptional ‘healing hands’. Thank you!” Hilary Tillett

“I had an ongoing lower back issue for months and I’d seen a number of different physiotherapists to try and relieve the pain. Initially this treatment would help, but only for a few days at a time. Not helpful, so a friend referred me to Shelagh.

Shelagh was friendly, understanding and very approachable. Her knowledge as a practitioner is vast and she worked in a holistic way to get me back on my feet again. She has a gentle touch and takes great care to fix the problem.

I only needed 2 sessions with her for the pain to stop and now I only have a treatment with her every 4-6 months or so to make sure my body stays in good health.  I’ve since sent her around 4 referrals and I will continue to do so because her treatment works when no one else’s had.”  Lucy Arrowsmith

“Thank you so much, my knee feels much, much better! I can’t believe how much you managed to achieve in one session.” Anna Lancashire

“I must thank you for the treatment I’ve had from you; delivered with such care and expertise. All my back troubles are now just a dim memory. Best wishes.” Laurence Isaacson

“I came to see Shelagh because of terrible lower back and pelvic pain that meant I could no longer straighten up without bending my knees and had got to the point where I could no longer exercise.  Even after my first treatment the improvement was amazing and after a few more sessions I had more mobility and flexibility than I had had for years.  I now only have to go for a maintenance treatment every three to four months just to keep on top of things.  I had also been suffering from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome for five years and was experiencing a lot of numbness and tingling in my fingers and arms.  After some manipulation in my wrists again the relief was fantastic – it felt like my hands were on holiday!  I really feel that it’s a much better option to treat the cause of the problem rather than masking it with painkillers.  I would recommend chiropractic to anyone as it has made such a massive difference for me and things that I can now do.”  Karen Sharman

“I started seeing Shelagh early in 2011 having suffered low back pain for a number of years. I started to feel great improvement after 2 to 3 treatments and found her exercise advise helpful and easy to fit into my day. I now see her once every 6 weeks or so as have realised the benefits of taking care of myself before anything goes wrong.”  Alistair McShane

“I’d always intended to go to a chiropractor, as I’ve suffered from a bad back for as long as I can remember. I finally made an appointment when I slipped a disc. I wish I’d gone earlier, as that may have prevented things getting so bad! Shelagh was fantastic. She made me feel comfortable going through my medical history, and the treatment I received was superb. I was a bit anxious about going to see a chiropractor, one of the reasons I’d delayed for so long I think. I was worried it was going to hurt, and that I wouldn’t be able to explain the sort of back pain I had very clearly. It didn’t hurt at all though, there was no painful back cracking or violent adjustments and Shelagh seemed to have no problem interpreting my probably unclear explanations of the back pain I’d suffered from! The difference getting regular treatment has made to me is amazing. My back got better and better with Shelagh, and for the first time I understood a lot more about the problems I’d had. I would highly recommend not just McTimoney chiropractic, but Shelagh in particular.” Katy Andrews

“My hip feels perfect, thank you very much indeed. I was singing your praises no end while walking around the city. On my bike too things feel really normal. I have to stop myself going full speed.” Colin Wright

“In July 2017, I was suffering with severe joint pain in the knees and back, that had meant cancelling two planned trips abroad due to pain and very limited mobility.  At 62, I was walking with a stick and felt old, weary and worn out with pain. I was told that I needed both knees replacing and was on the waiting list for these operations. I was seeing a physiotherapist who also used some acupuncture and these sessions, while causing some temporary relief, were not giving me any long-term benefit.  I then reconnected with an old University friend, who recommended that I see a McTimoney chiropractor. Thankfully, I found Shelagh and started treatment with her as well as some supplements that she suggested might be helpful.

The results have been just amazing. I have thrown away the walking stick, been able to stop taking the Naproxen painkillers and have cancelled the knee replacement operations. I recently flew to visit my friends in Brittany and also to Chicago and have regained my energy, my sparkle and my life! Everyone I meet tells me how incredibly well I look and last Sunday, I walked 7 miles to celebrate 100 years of women getting the vote without a stick and with no more than the normal pain of the stop/start walking of such an event.

Thank you so much Shelagh, I now feel 53 instead of 73 and recommend treatment by a McTimoney chiropractor to all my friends with joint and back issues. Warmest regards.” Lusia McAnna

‘I just wanted to thank you for the miracle work on my shoulder yesterday. I can hardly feel the pain today at all, can’t believe it!’ Elspeth Jones

‘Shelagh was my amazing yoga teacher for almost 2 years when she first qualified, and we really miss her classes. She is a fun and very caring person, and that is reflected in the way she teaches. The studio in Saddleworth looks like a lovely place to practice yoga, just wish I lived nearer!’ Bev Carroll

‘I have been going to Shelagh for McTimony Chiropractic treatment in York for years. She is very experienced and I always recommend her to anyone who has a back or groin issue. I always feel so much better after 2 or 3 sessions. Well after the first session really, but it might take a few to fully resolve, depending on the injury. Shelagh with her Chiropractic background, also has a natural talent for teaching yoga – she is very creative in the way she puts her classes together.’ Tamsin Evans

‘To befriend the body, to rest 
And find compassion for one’s own Being
Stillness, inner quiet……peace
Not pushing against what is 
But a quiet acceptance of the all
And Open heart to embrace 
Miracles as they naturally arise
Serenity’

‘Thank you Shelagh, this poem is what I discovered just by doing Savasana for 10 minutes morning and evening.’ Anonymous

‘Shelagh gives us a perfect start to the week with her calm, mindful persona. She’s always aware of each one of us and any specific issues there may be within the group, circulating to provide support and advice. Her classes are always well structured and prepared and she teaches us to develop our breathing to calm our mind and raise body awareness to prepare us for our practice as special ‘time out’. Jane Ingleby

‘Shelagh teaches us to use yoga to listen to our bodies and to choose poses or sequences that best suit us at that time. The whole body relaxation accompanied by well chosen, mindful words are always a perfect end to our sessions. Shelagh has also enthusiastically supported wellbeing sessions for staff at our local special needs school which was incredibly well received and introduced some complete novices to the benefits of yoga.’ Nikki Kordyga

I‘m just so, so grateful I came and the experience was something I’ve never had before. It’s totally moved me. It brought so much up for me but at the same time gave me the most relaxed, comfortable connection with myself. I don’t think I’ve ever experienced anything like it. You’re absolutely incredible at what you do and it shines from you’ Louise Park

‘Shelagh, I must share with you how wonderful you are at what you do. I have been seeing chiropractors for 20 years and I have never felt as good as I did after my first session with you. Thank you so much.’ Jean Whittaker  

‘You already seem to have cured by golfers elbow by about 80%, I’m really happy!’ Liz Scrine