Meet the Chiropractors & Team

James Revell is a fully qualified chiropractor with a decade of hands on experience.

He has helped hundreds, if not thousands of local people and is the Principal at Lushington Chiropractic. James Revell is a member of the British Chiropractic Association, a Licentiate Member of the College of Chiropractors, registered with the General Chiropractic Council and most private health insurers. Like all the chiropractors at Lushington, he is a Doctor of Chiropractic (DC), not a registered Medical Doctor. As well as having an Honours Degree and Masters Degree in Chiropractic Sciences James Revell has an Honours Degree in Biological Sciences.

He was also proud to have received his Rugby Colours/Diploma in Sport from the University of Essex back in 1998.

As well as having years of training, being highly qualified and over a decade of experience, James has a reputation for being enthusiastic and personable. He has a real drive to provide the highest of standards of chiropractic care to as many people in and around Eastbourne as possible. He is friendly, caring and professional. James believes in putting people first. He is always happy to take time to answer his patients’ questions and explain what is going on.

James is proud of being part of Lushington Chiropractic, particularly given the clinic’s growing reputation, multiple awards and all the fundraising work done for various charities. Outside of chiropractic he is always busy doing something. He has boundless enthusiasm and passion for life.

He enjoys exercising, walking the dog, running and playing touch rugby. His favourite treat is playing with his children and relaxing as a family.

Mykel Mason is registered with the General Chiropractic Council and a member of the United Chiropractic Association and earned his Masters in Chiropractic from the Welsh Institute of Chiropractic in Pontypridd, Wales. Since graduating Mykel has taken a keen interest in posture and has studied aspects of clinical biomechanics of posture, using this to help many patients achieve their goals.

Mykel is interested in martial arts having achieved his black belt in karate at the age of 15, enabling him to teach children and adults alike. Mykel is also passionate about patient care and wants to ensure that every patient gets the care that they need.

Emma Johnson is a registered Doctor of Chiropractic, Masters in Chiropractic, Registered with the General Chiropractic Council, Member of the British Chiropractic Association, Provisional Member of the Royal College of Chiropractors. She earned her Master’s in Chiropractic from the Anglo European Chiropractic College in Bournemouth.

She grew up in Hampshire and first discovered chiropractic at a young age when her dad suffered from low back pain. Even as a child, it was clear to Emma that chiropractic care hugely improved his quality of life, and this really is where her chiropractic journey started.

As she got older and studied Biology at school and college, she found herself fascinated by how the human body functions. This interest was sparked further when a chiropractor visited her local equestrian centre (where she was working at the time) to treat both horse-riders and the horses. She asked if she could shadow her for the day and this really opened her eyes to the broad range of treatment options a chiropractor can offer. A few months later she suffered from shoulder pain and visited the chiropractor that treated her dad. It was at this time that she realised the importance of musculoskeletal health. Ultimately, this inspired her to pursue a career in chiropractic as she wanted to help others in the same way she had been helped.

As a chiropractor she is a real ‘people’ person and really enjoys seeing a huge variety of people from Eastbourne and surrounding areas every day. No two days are the same and she finds it very fulfilling to see patients feeling better. She understands that everybody has a different goal and loves to help people reach their goals. Whether you want to run your next half-marathon or tend to your tomato plants in the garden, She is happy to help you achieve this.

Karl Lin is a registered Doctor of Chiropractic, Masters in Chiropractic, Registered with the General Chiropractic Council, Member of the United Chiropractic ?Association. He earned his Master’s in Chiropractic from the University of South Wales.

The Doctor of Chiropractic courtesy title may only be used in the UK by chiropractors registered with the GCC and does not to imply medical qualification. Karl is registered with the GCC and his registration number is 05273.

Why I Plan to Combine Podiatry and Chiropractic

Learning from my experience treating Chiropractic patients, I believe that as well as a healthy spine – it's also important to look after our feet.

I feel the health of the feet and spine can be interconnected. In fact, I’m so interested in that relationship that I’m currently studying a Masters Degree in Podiatry at the University of Brighton (here in Eastbourne) whilst I’m also working at Lushington. 

I enjoy applying and marrying the two professions of Chiropractic and Podiatry. So, if you have any foot or gait problems make sure you book in to see me - I’d be delighted to help. 

Being a Chiropractor in Eastbourne

Having visited many chiropractic and healthcare clinics as part of my training and previous Internships I’ve done.

I knew of Lushington Chiropractic’s reputation before I visited (the Clinic has won many awards both locally, and from the Royal College of Chiropractors – I'd also been impressed by their Google Reviews).

However, what struck me when I first visited Lushington Chiropractic was the warm heart the clinic has. There was a sense of calm and kindness about the clinic. I was also extremely impressed with the high level of care the team provided. The team varied their treatments to suit the patient’s needs, gave plenty of self-help advice and even held self-help seminars for patients.

That’s all a long time ago now. I’m delighted to be part of the team here at Lushington Chiropractic in Eastbourne. The team’s great fun but I really enjoy the patient centered care we emphasize.

Apart from working as a chiropractor and studying for my master’s degree, I enjoy practical, skills - based hobbies such as doing magic, playing the piano and accordion as well as fencing and doing Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

Call for Your Consultaiton

If you are looking for a Chiropractor in Eastbourne, or you’ve got any questions, then contact us to book a consultation, or ask for a complimentary chat (we can do that on the phone or in person).

I’d be delighted to help by combining my chiropractic and podiatry skills if you have any feet of gait problems. No ‘one treatment fits all’; instead, everyone is unique and therefore needs unique and personalised health treatment.

Thank you,

Karl

Great to meet you.

I’m Chris Spacagna, one of the chiropractors at Lushington Chiropractic in Eastbourne.

Whether you’re planning on seeing me soon, or have already seen me then this blurb will give you an insight into why I’m a chiropractor, my qualifications, and get to know more about my personal and professional interests.

Let’s get the official bits out of the away first. I’m a chiropractor. I’m registered with the General Chiropractic Council (GCC), I’m a member of the British Chiropractic Association. And I’m completing the Royal College of Chiropractors Post-Registrations Training.

My most important qualification is my Masters in Chiropractic, which is why I have the letters MChiro after my name. I studied at AECC University College for five years and practice with a team of chiropractors in Eastbourne, at Lushington Chiropractic. ?

My Back Pain

I suffered with back pain in my twenties. After several months of struggling through pain I was fed up!

I was fed up with the pain holding me back from enjoying exercise, but also affecting me at work.

I tried various back pain treatments. I tried resting up, but nothing seemed to get rid of the pain.

I’d heard about chiropractors but did not know what they really were or what chiropractors did! But I did know that’s chiropractors where the people you saw for back pain.

After some research I chose a clinic with a good local reputation. After calling and speaking to the friendly receptionist, I was booked for my consultation.

I was nervous to start with as I didn’t know what to expect, but all the staff were super-friendly, thorough and professional.

The most important thing to me at the time was that chiropractic worked!

It didn’t take long before I felt better and was able to get on with my life without pain.

Becoming a Chiropractor in Eastbourne

Once I’d seen the results of chiropractic first hand I was hooked. From this point whenever I was suffering minor sports injuries, back pain or shoulder pain I saw my local chiropractor.

I was really impressed by how quickly and effectively chiropractic treatment had helped me.

It was during this time I developed an interest in becoming a chiropractor. So, I took the steps to becoming a chiropractor myself, studying at the AECC University College in Bournemouth.

My First Impression of Lushington Chiropractic Clinic

I first visited Eastbourne because of my partner. She is a Speech and Language Therapist, and in 2021 started working in Eastbourne.

I thought Eastbourne was a really nice place. So, when I decided to move here, I started to look around at the local chiropractic clinics in Eastbourne.

After some research into the local area and recommendations from friends who’d been to Lushington Chiropractic, I contacted them to arrange a visit.

What impressed me about my first visit to Lushington was the warm friendly welcome all of the team gave me. After speaking to several patients, I was impressed by all the positive feedback heaped on the chiropractors and the clinic.

After that day I knew Lushington Chiropractic Clinic was the right place for me.

More About Me

My family heritage is originally from Italy, but I’m afraid I can’t speak any Italian. Feel free to ask me how to pronounce it if you a struggling.

When I am not working at Lushington Chiropractic, I enjoy taking part in sport and exercise.

The sport of boxing is my passion. I used to compete and boxed in championships all over the country. But I never had the privilege of boxing in Eastbourne but did compete in Bexhill. 

My real enjoyment comes from coaching and teaching others the skills of my sport. I have trained youngsters all the way through to national champions. 

Want to Find Out More?

If you are looking for a chiropractor in Eastbourne or have any questions, contact Lushington Chiropractic Clinic to book a consultation, or call for a complimentary chat with myself or one of the team our contact number is 01323 722499.

Rosannah qualified as a Podiatrist in 2013 at the University of Brighton. Since then she has worked in various clinics across Sussex including Haywards Heath, Crowborough and Lewes; but now she is finally beginning work in her home town. Even better, she and her mother Rosalind are joining forces to provide the footcare services at Lushington Chiropractic Clinic! A word of warning, they are very similar: not only do they look alike (and have similar names) but both strive for a high standard of thorough, gentle and friendly care. ? ?

Rosannah is experienced in treating a wide variety of foot problems, ranging from general foot care for hard skin and nails to damaged tendons! But whatever your requirements are, she will tailor your treatment to suit you personally. She’ll listen carefully to your “foot story” and work with you to form a plan to help get your feet into the best possible state.

Always an eager artist, Rosannah takes great pleasure in the hands-on nature of her work, especially for orthotic manufacture and the treatment of skin and nail problems. Yet for her, the most satisfying aspect of her work is when someone limps in and goes out saying that they’re “walking on air!”

Recently she has taken a special interest in thermal therapies, which her patients have found particularly soothing for osteo-arthritic joints and strained tissues, but also to be extremely good for promoting circulation to the extremities. This has proven popular in cold winters, but less popular (and less necessary) during heatwaves!

Whenever she can, Rosannah roams the South Downs with her (mother’s) dog or by the sea. Her knowledge of footcare often comes in handy on a long hike, checking she has the right footwear and protective materials at the ready. If you’re a keen walker or rambler and you want your feet to be absolutely ready, come and prepare with Rosannah!

She loves Eastbourne and hopes to help as many feet as possible in this very special place. ?

Rosalind qualified in 2008, studying podiatry as a mature student, after having concentrated on bringing up her four children and working in various voluntary capacities. She has lived in Eastbourne for over 30 years and has been privileged to know and work with people from the very young right through to end of life. Her natural interest and concern in others very much includes their medical condition and this has coalesced in studying podiatry and the many medical conditions affect the feet and walking.

She is keen to help make your feet fit for purpose whatever the reason that means you need her podiatry or chiropody skills. Whether you have hard skin and corns, difficult nails; in-growing or just too tough to cut safely yourself, or if you are suffering from anything in your feet caused by complex medical conditions she is dedicated to finding and providing the treatment that is best suited to you.

People are Rosalind’s prime concern, their experiences and health in body, mind and soul. Feet are affected by the health and lifestyle choices of the person who owns them and in turn their health and condition greatly affect their owner. Rosalind aims to provide a service which enhances the health of the feet and so the health and comfort of the whole individual. She just loves it when people sigh with relief as they walk out of her clinic saying how much better they feel!

Her interests and knowledge have been enhanced by numerous extended volunteering trips to the SouthSudanese/Kenyan border where she has been able to witness a complete contrast in lifestyle to the West and how feet fare there. So her work experience includes the NHS and African Mission Hospital as well as private clinics in East Sussex.

She is thrilled to be working in conjunction with her amazing daughter Rosannah to help the lovely people of Eastbourne walk well!

Lizzie has completed a degree in Sport Conditioning, Rehabilitation and Massage achieving a BSc first class (Hon) and full SMA accreditation in soft tissue therapy and sports massage from Cardiff Metropolitan University.

During her final year at university she took a placement with the Welsh Triathlon where she worked with international athletes as a sports massage therapist as well as participated in sports therapy providing weekly screening and technique analysis in swimming and strength and conditioning sessions. Helped in prevention of injuries especially leading up to the competition season.

It was during the years of study at university that her interest in Sports Massage grew considerably and having the ability to work with and develop an athlete’s progress/recovery back to high level sport she found both amazing and rewarding. She became passionate for the science and decided it was definitely the path she wished to follow.

Outside of sports massage Lizzie grew up a keen swimmer. Swimming for Eastbourne swimming club she became Girls Captain and remained so for 8 years, until she left for university. She swam at numerous county and regional competitions and was selected twice to represent the South of England at the ESSA national schools competition held in Liverpool. At university she was selected for the performance squad representing her university at BUCS competitions at Sheffield at the International Sports Centre, throughout her time at Cardiff Met.

Her love for swimming is now represented in her efforts as a Level 2 swim teacher at Eastbourne Otters and volunteer at Eastbourne Swimming Club, training the next generation of young swimmers.

I have lived in Eastbourne pretty much my whole life, and love living so close to the sea and surrounding countryside.

Growing up, I was always into sports, no matter what it was I’d join in and give my all. I have always had a passion for sports & fitness, studying Sports at school, Sports & Exercise Science at College and furthering my studies through Sports Therapy at University of Chichester.

I am also a personal trainer, qualified in kettlebells instruction and use my knowledge of the body for rehabilitation from athletic individuals to elderly persons with decreasing movement capabilities.

For me Sport Therapy was the only real degree of choice when going to university. And there was something about the University of Chichester and their excellent lecturers that made me feel comfortable and at home. I have always enjoyed helping people make the most of their body through movement and playing sports at any level of play and fitness; from young school kids to disabled teens and over 70’s. ?

Being able to work with those who are injured meant I could start at the very root of the problem and not only improve the injury but all of the mechanics around the body, so they come back stronger and fitter than they were before.

My expertise in assessment, functional testing, scar tissue therapy, personal training and rehabilitation therapy combined with my sports and therapeutic massage skills, making me an excellent practitioner for all specific needs.

Making a difference to every patient’s life is key as a sports therapist; having the impact to change patient’s lives and encourage restored function of the body and functional movements that not only help my patient’s injury, but how they move and live their day to day lives.

Daniel is a level 4 Sports Therapist working at Lushington Chiropractic Clinic, Eastbourne. He completed his VTCT level 3 sports massage diploma in 2015 and gained his level 4 Sports therapy certificate in 2016, both at the Sussex Coast College in Hastings. He is qualified in hot stone massage, warm bamboo massage and Indian head massage.

On leaving secondary school Daniel trained to be a lifeguard and a personal trainer, it was his work as a personal trainer that led him to develop his interest in Sports Massage Therapy.

After qualifying in Sports Therapy, he started to work as a Locum here at Lushington Chiropractic helping with holiday cover for the other therapists. We soon realised Daniel was exactly what we needed at the clinic and have now welcomed him into the clinic as a member of our team.

At Lushington Chiropractic he works within our family of highly trained Chiropractors and Sports Massage Therapists. Working with them in a multi-disciplinary team he is able to deliver the correct treatment for any injury or problems that the guests have.

Daniel has enrolled on to a level 5 diploma in massage therapy for sports with Kent Sport Academy, starting in February 2023. He is excited to expand his knowledge and further develop his skills to enable him to use the new techniques within his work here at Lushington.

In his spare time Daniel is a wonderful hands-on dad to his little girl, a keen gardener and enjoys his fitness - which includes wrestling! Next time you are in ask him what his character’s name is.

Hi my name is Diane and I joined Lushington Chiropractic team in October 2012 to cover Jade's maternity leave with her first child. This was initially a 6 month contract. I was slightly nervous to start with as I had only ever worked for HSBC Bank for 28 years prior to this. However, 4 years on I can happily say I am still here. My role has changed in that I now just work as an admin assistant covering back office duties for a few hours a week.

I have been married for 26 years to Martyn and we have 2 daughters, Elena and Jemima. I am originally from Lancashire but have enjoyed living in Eastbourne for the past 22 years. In my spare time I enjoy along with the sport, meeting friends, going for walks, skiing and gardening. 

I have always been interested in health and wellbeing. Being an active person myself, I enjoy keeping fit by running, swimming and cycling. I feel I am in the best place with a great team around me who make coming to work a pleasure. I have been very impressed by the care shown both to our guests and staff.

I feel very lucky to have the support from James and the rest of the team.

Sabrina Appleyard - Clinical Assistant

Hi, I’m Sabrina and i'm a clinic assistant here at Lushington Chiropractic, Eastbourne.

I’m a Mum & step mum to five wonderful children and Nanna to my gorgeous grandson. I have a Labrador named Spod and two tortoises Turbo and Crush. I moved to Eastbourne 17 years ago and will never look back, I love it here! Eastbourne is such a lovely place to bring my children up. It took a bit of getting used to the quieter pace of life, but its home to us now and we wouldn’t want to live anywhere else!

I enjoy reading, love musicals and am an escape game enthusiast. If you have a musical or escape game you can reccomend do let me know!

After working in Dental practices for the last 25 years I decided I would like a career change. The advert for the position here at Lushington chiropractic jumped out at me and after meeting with James and the team I knew I was going to love it here. From the moment I started everyone gave me such a warm welcome and I got to know many of the Chiropractic guests straight away. 

It wasn’t until I told friends and family that I was working at a chiropractor clinic in Eastbourne that I found out how popular it is. Many of my friends in Eastbourne have visited Lushington Chiropractic themselves and raved about James and his team.

I had heard about Chiropractic treatment but thought it was just for bad backs, how wrong I was. Since starting here I’ve been lucky enough to observe the Chiropractors and massage therapists in action and now I have a greater understanding of what it all involves and how the two treatments together compliment each other so well.

Chiropractic isn’t just about helping bad backs it can help with so much more.

Of course, bad backs are one of the many problems they can help with, by taking the time to find the root of the problem and designing a personalised plan combining both Chiropractic and Massage therapy to help alleviate the symptoms and get you “back” on track (excuse the pun).

Listening to the Guests reviews and the Chiropractors advice I felt as though I had been missing out for all these years and looked forward to having my first visit so I could find out first hand what it was all about and see what improvements I could make.

I’d like to say I wasn’t nervous but I was, really I shouldn’t have been the whole experience was both professional and informative and they put me at ease from the moment I walked through the door.

I had suffered with an achy and occasional painful right shoulder for many years due to my previous job, James explained what the problem is, what he can do for me and how to help myself with stretches, exercises and better posture. So I’m happy to say that I can recommend chiropractic treatment through first hand experience and am happy to answer any questions if you too are a little nervous.

I love my job here at Lushington Chiropractic and am lucky enough to work with an amazing team, and get to meet so many wonderful people, next time your in please do say Hi!