About Costa Blanca Movement Centre

We opened our doors in Torrevieja with a simple mission: provide the expat community on the Costa Blanca with the same quality of specialist spine and mobility care they'd expect back home — in English, Dutch, or Spanish.

Too many people put up with chronic pain, limited movement, or recurring injuries because they can't find a practitioner who speaks their language and understands their needs. We're here to change that.

Our approach is hands-on, evidence-based, and focused on long-term results — not quick fixes. Every treatment plan is built around your specific condition, lifestyle, and goals.

Meet the Team

Dr. James Mitchell

Chiropractor & Movement Specialist

Dr. James Mitchell is a clinically experienced chiropractor with a focus on non-surgical spine and mobility care. He combines manual therapy, motorised spinal decompression, and rehabilitation programming to treat chronic back pain, sciatica, and postural disorders in the international expat community of the Costa Blanca.

Education

Doctor of Chiropractic (MChiro) — Anglo-European College of Chiropractic · 2009
BSc Human Anatomy & Physiology — University of Bristol · 2005

Certifications

Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) — Anglo-European College of Chiropractic · 2009
Certified Spinal Decompression Specialist — International Disc Education Association · 2014
Sports Rehabilitation Diploma — British Chiropractic Sports Association · 2012

Languages

English
Spanish
Dutch (basic)

Professional memberships

General Chiropractic Council (UK) — registered
Asociación Española de Quiroprácticos (AEQ)
European Chiropractors' Union

Publications & talks

Speaker, Costa Blanca Health Forum 2025: "Non-surgical management of lumbar disc herniation"

Laura van den Berg

Sports Massage Therapist

Laura van den Berg is a sports massage therapist specialising in deep-tissue work, myofascial release, and dry needling. She works with cyclists, runners, and active expats across the Costa Blanca to resolve muscular pain, reduce injury risk, and support performance.

Education

BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy — St Mary's University Twickenham · 2016
Foundation in Physiotherapy — Hogeschool van Amsterdam · 2013

Certifications

BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy — St Mary's University Twickenham · 2016
Certified Myofascial Release Practitioner — John F. Barnes Myofascial Release Approach · 2019
Dry Needling Certificate — European Dry Needling Institute · 2021

Languages

Dutch
English
Spanish

Professional memberships

Society of Sports Therapists (UK)
Koninklijk Nederlands Genootschap voor Fysiotherapie (KNGF)

Why Choose Us

Multilingual Care

We speak English, Dutch, and Spanish — no language barriers between you and your recovery.

Evidence-Based

Every treatment we offer is backed by clinical research and proven results.

Specialist Equipment

Including motorised spinal decompression — one of few clinics on the Costa Blanca to offer this.

No Referral Needed

Book directly. No GP visit required, no waiting lists.

International Insurance

We work with most international health insurance providers and provide detailed invoices.

Personalised Plans

No one-size-fits-all. Your treatment is tailored to your condition, goals, and lifestyle.

Ready to Move Better?

Book your initial assessment and let's build a plan that works for you.

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