Hands-on Health

Hands-on Health Massage, physiotherapy, chiropractic, TRX training and much, much more, all in a welcoming Exmouth town centre clinic.

We're a team of health and fitness professionals working together to get you back on form and maintain your health and fitness. We're here to help you, with therapies to get you back on form and classes to keep you fit.

Struggling with ongoing pain or injury?Meet chiropractor Dave Evans.With over 20 years’ experience, Dave helps people of...
23/04/2026

Struggling with ongoing pain or injury?

Meet chiropractor Dave Evans.

With over 20 years’ experience, Dave helps people of all ages move better and feel more in control of their pain, whether it’s a recent injury or something that’s been building for years.

What sets Dave apart is simple: he understands what it’s like to be on the other side.

From knee reconstruction in his 20s to a full hip replacement in 2023, he’s spent decades managing his own recovery alongside treating patients, so his approach is always grounded, realistic and patient-focused.

If you’re looking for clear, experienced guidance, Dave is here to help.

📞 Call 01395 224207 to book

16/04/2026

Clive (77) came to us with reduced mobility and leg strength due to knee arthritis. Walking, especially downhill, had become difficult, and he’d had little guidance on how to manage it.

Our approach:
A structured, low-impact TRX programme focused on strength, stability and control.

Results (after 3 weeks):
✔ Walking short distances more comfortably
✔ Reduced knee pain

Ongoing outcomes:
✔ Improved balance and coordination
✔ Increased strength and endurance

Clive continues regular sessions and is back to exercising consistently in a way that works for his knees: “I’d missed being able to exercise properly. TRX has helped me get back to it without aggravating my knees. It is tailored to the individual and has proved to be not just beneficial, but enjoyable!”

If arthritis is limiting your movement, the right programme can make a measurable difference.

Message us to find out if TRX is suitable for you

If you’re training for an event this spring - whether that’s a half marathon, 10k, triathlon, cycling challenge or simil...
09/04/2026

If you’re training for an event this spring - whether that’s a half marathon, 10k, triathlon, cycling challenge or similar - structured soft tissue work can make a measurable difference.

At Hands-on Health, we offer a discounted sports massage event package designed to support:

• Pre-event preparation
• Ongoing training maintenance
• Post-event recovery

Sessions are 45 minutes and scheduled around your training demands.
If you’re working towards something specific, let us know and we’ll advise on an appropriate treatment schedule.

Several years. One therapist. Real results:"I have been having regular four-weekly massages with Tina for several years ...
02/04/2026

Several years. One therapist. Real results:

"I have been having regular four-weekly massages with Tina for several years now, initially for whiplash following a car accident. These have proved very beneficial and the whiplash injury has now resolved. However, I find these massages so beneficial that I still have four-weekly massages with Tina and I cannot recommend her highly enough. She is excellent in delivering a deep massage although always checks if the pressure is too much. Not only is she good massage therapist, she has excellent skills and is friendly and very understanding. I always sleep extremely well after a massage. Thank you Tina." - Maria

Recovery is important, but ongoing care that supports sleep, relaxation and wellbeing is just as powerful. If you’d like to experience hands-on therapy that combines skill with care, message us.

Warren, 43, came to Hands-on Health with severe upper and lower back pain and marked weakness that immediately affected ...
26/03/2026

Warren, 43, came to Hands-on Health with severe upper and lower back pain and marked weakness that immediately affected his ability to work. He booked in for chiropractic treatment with Dave Evans, having had excellent results years earlier.

“It wiped me out,” he says. “I was worried I wouldn’t be able to work.”

The pain had started suddenly after he’d been renovating his bathroom.

Following a detailed chiropractic assessment, Dave began a course of targeted chiropractic care, acupuncture and tailored rehabilitation exercises.
Within days he was moving better.

Eight weeks later, he was pain free, sleeping better, and back to full fitness.

He now comes in monthly to stay strong and confident at work and in the gym.

If back pain is affecting your life or job, we’re always happy to advise. Just send us a message.

At Hands-on Health, we help you get back on form.Through expert therapies, we support recovery.Through small-group and o...
19/03/2026

At Hands-on Health, we help you get back on form.

Through expert therapies, we support recovery.
Through small-group and one-to-one training, we build strength, fitness and resilience.
And now, we’re introducing something new.

🥊 Women-only Kickboxing Sessions
Led by Maria Graham from Ruby Fury Academy, these sessions focus on:

• Mechanics of movement
• Safe, effective technique
• Strength and conditioning
• Gradual, progressive improvement

Using focus pads and strike shields (no high kicks required), you’ll learn how to generate real power through technique — not brute strength.

Over the weeks, you’ll notice improved balance, flexibility and overall fitness — all in a supportive, small-group or one-to-one environment.

Feeling strong isn’t just physical. It’s mental too.

To find out more or book a space, contact Maria directly or message us at Hands-on Health.

15/03/2026

A patient came in recently with shoulder pain and couldn’t work out why.

“I’ve got no idea why my shoulder suddenly started hurting.”That’s something we hear quite often in clinic.Recently, a w...
12/03/2026

“I’ve got no idea why my shoulder suddenly started hurting.”

That’s something we hear quite often in clinic.

Recently, a woman came to see one of our massage therapists because of pain in her right shoulder and neck. It had become uncomfortable enough that she could no longer sleep on that side.

At first she couldn’t think of anything that might have triggered it.

But as the therapist asked about what she’d been doing over the previous few weeks, something came back to her — she’d painted a ceiling.

Reaching overhead repeatedly had likely irritated the muscles around her shoulder and neck.

After treatment the discomfort eased, her movement improved, and she left feeling much more comfortable.

And we’re sure the ceiling looks wonderful.

Sometimes the cause of pain isn’t as mysterious as it first seems. Often it becomes clearer simply by talking things through.

Questions we get asked every week at Hands-on Health…“Do you recommend multiple sessions?”You’re always in control of yo...
05/03/2026

Questions we get asked every week at Hands-on Health…

“Do you recommend multiple sessions?”
You’re always in control of your treatment.
We review your progress at every session and may suggest a course of treatment if we feel it will help you achieve the best results — but the decision is always yours.
If you do choose to book ahead, you can cancel or reschedule with 24 hours’ notice, with no penalty.

“Do you recommend stretches or exercises to help with recovery?”
Yes — where appropriate.
Any exercises we suggest are tailored specifically to your condition and stage of recovery. We focus on what will genuinely help, not just generic stretches.
And if you want, we’re happy to provide written guidance so you can feel confident doing them at home.

“Can I book a block of treatments?”
Absolutely.
Many patients prefer to secure regular slots — especially if they’re fitting appointments around work or following a structured rehabilitation plan.
Having consistency often makes progress smoother and easier.

If you’re unsure whether we’re the right fit for you, just send us a message — we’re always happy to advise.

Low back pain can affect more than you realise.Sleep disturbed.Exercise limited.Work uncomfortable.Often the most frustr...
26/02/2026

Low back pain can affect more than you realise.

Sleep disturbed.
Exercise limited.
Work uncomfortable.

Often the most frustrating part is not knowing what’s caused it — or what to do next.

Back pain isn’t one-size-fits-all, and neither is treatment.

If you’re unsure where to begin, we offer a free initial consultation to help you decide the right approach – book it via the link below.

https://tinyurl.com/HoHconsultation

Not a fan of the gym?TRX is a whole-body approach to strength and rehabilitation using your own body weight — no machine...
19/02/2026

Not a fan of the gym?
TRX is a whole-body approach to strength and rehabilitation using your own body weight — no machines, no mirrors, no intimidation.
✔ Suitable for all ages and abilities
✔ Tailored to your goals
✔ Small groups (max 3)
✔ Exmouth town centre
Come alone or with a partner/friend for a free 30-minute taster.
Message us to book.

Address

16 Victoria Road
Exmouth
EX81DL

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6pm
Friday 8:30am - 1:30pm

Telephone

+441395224207

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A team of health and fitness professionals, working out of an eco-friendly clinic in Exmouth town centre, who want to help you get yourself back on form and keep you fit with therapies, rehabilitation and classes.