Meet Dr Lewis Kingsnorth, DC MChiro
Founder and Lead Chiropractor — Chiropractic First, Hove
I have been a full-time chiropractor since 2009. In that time I have carried out well over 100,000 patient consultations. I founded Chiropractic First in Hove in 2006 while still completing my degree, and have built it into one of the busiest and most comprehensive chiropractic clinics in Brighton and Hove — a team of 10 practitioners offering chiropractic, shockwave therapy, NESA neuromodulation, dry needling, massage, nutrition, and on-site digital X-ray, all under one roof.
I do not say that to impress anyone. I say it because when you are in pain, or when you have been told something cannot be fixed, the most important thing is that the person examining you has seen your problem many times before and knows what to do about it. That is what 17 years of daily clinical practice gives you.
Why I Became a Chiropractor
Chiropractic was not something I chose from a textbook. At 18, I suffered a disc prolapse during sport — a significant injury that left me in serious pain. Chiropractic treatment got me back to full fitness and playing sport within six months, without surgery and without long-term medication. That experience changed the direction of my life.
I enrolled at the Welsh Institute of Chiropractic and graduated with a Masters of Chiropractic (MChiro) with Upper Class Honours. I have been in continuous full-time practice ever since, and I still receive regular chiropractic care myself. I believe in what I do because I have lived it.
Specialist Training and Expertise
Over the years I have invested heavily in advanced training to bring technologies and techniques to Brighton and Hove that very few local clinics offer. My specialist areas include:
Shockwave Therapy (ESWT): I am a certified shockwave therapist trained in radial shockwave, focused shockwave, and EMTT (Extracorporeal Magnetotransduction Therapy). Chiropractic First is one of the few clinics in Sussex offering all three modalities. I use shockwave therapy daily for conditions including plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, tennis elbow, shoulder calcification, and chronic musculoskeletal pain.
Men’s Health — ED Treatment: I established Brighton and Hove’s first clinic offering shockwave therapy for ED. This is a service I am particularly committed to because it addresses a condition that affects millions of men yet remains widely undertreated due to stigma. Every men’s health consultation is carried out by me personally, in a private and discreet setting.
NESA Neuromodulation Therapy: I am one of a small number of approved NESA practitioners in the UK. NESA is a non-invasive therapy that targets the autonomic nervous system using microcurrents, and I use it for patients with chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, sleep disorders, anxiety, overactive bladder, and neuropathic pain.
Spinal Diagnostics and Imaging: I have a particular clinical interest in disc problems and degenerative arthritic conditions. Chiropractic First has on-site digital X-ray facilities, and I can arrange private MRI scans when needed — meaning faster, more accurate diagnosis without NHS waiting times.
Rehabilitative Exercise and Biomechanics: My background includes extensive training in movement patterns, rehabilitative exercise, and biomechanics. I believe that long-term results come from combining hands-on treatment with patient education and self-management strategies, not from creating dependency on ongoing appointments.
What Makes Chiropractic First Different
When I opened in 2006, most chiropractic clinics in this area offered adjustments and not much else. I wanted to build something different — a clinic where patients could access multiple evidence-based treatments in one place, assessed and managed by the same clinical team. That is what Chiropractic First has become.
Today, our clinic sees around 300 patients a week across chiropractic, shockwave, NESA, massage, dry needling, and nutrition. We have three chiropractors, a team of massage therapists, and full administrative support. We accept all major health insurance providers including BUPA, AXA, Vitality, Aviva, Health Shield, and TBF. Many of our patients come through word of mouth — referred by friends, family, GPs, and medical consultants who trust the quality of care we provide.
I am proud that after nearly two decades, we have over 900 verified patient reviews and a reputation that speaks for itself. But what matters most to me is not the numbers — it is that every patient who walks through our door gets the same thorough, honest assessment I would want for myself or my own family.
Outside the Clinic
When I am not at the clinic, you will probably find me on the volleyball court, on skis, hiking with my dog, or training jiu-jitsu. I am a firm believer that staying active is the best medicine — and that the person treating you should practise what they preach.
Qualifications and Professional Memberships
- Masters of Chiropractic (MChiro), Upper Class Honours — Welsh Institute of Chiropractic
- Qualified and in continuous full-time practice since 2009
- Registered with the General Chiropractic Council (GCC)
- Member of the United Chiropractic Association (UCA)
- Certified Shockwave Therapist — radial, focused, and EMTT
- Approved NESA Neuromodulation Practitioner
- Ongoing Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and clinical auditing
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