47 Queen Street, Exeter, EX4 3SR 
Our aims are to provide you with symptomatic relief as quickly as possible and to investigate any long-term cause of your problem. We will also help you understand and manage your symptoms and advise you, when possible, on how to avoid painful episodes in the future, whether it is back pain or any other area of discomfort.
Choosing the right treatmentThe enormous twisting and compression forces which the baby is exposed to during the birth process can put a great deal of strain on its tissues. Cranial osteopathy is a refined, subtle form of treatment using gentle movements to release stress and strains throughout the child's body.
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Over time, I have seen both Paul Thompson and David Stainer-Smith at St David's. They have each provided excellent care for my shoulder, neck and lower back pains. I really felt that ...
I was recommended St David's Osteopath Clinic after injuring my hip flexor. I made an appointment and went to see David. David is a truly lovely guy, exceptionally knowledgeable, frien...
I have been into David's practice on numerous occasions for various issues over the years. He articulates his findings well to help you understand the situation and best way to move for...
I have been visiting for several years now, as a Fibromyalgia sufferer I found the help I get here (from David Stainer-Smith) has been a revelation. After years of severe pain, I can no...
Established by Colin Crewdson in 1985, as a group of highly motivated professionals we are able to cross-refer when clinically helpful.
Our work encompasses treating injuries sustained at work, home or on the sports field, supporting mothers-to-be, and checking and helping babies after birth to recover from any shock and trauma during the birth process. We can also help with the ongoing discomforts of arthritic change and postural imbalances, and the effects of age and illness.
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Patient zoneThe term ‘osteopathy’ was first used by Andrew Taylor Still in 1874. The origin of the word is from the Greek for bone (osteon) and suffering (pathos).
History of osteopathy