Chiropractic in Estepona: a centre specialising in spine and nervous system care
If you are looking for a chiropractor in Estepona, Centro Quiropráctico Puig is the reference centre on the Costa del Sol for the care of the spine and the nervous system. We look after families in Estepona, Marbella, San Pedro de Alcántara and the wider area, with Dr. José María Puig Sobrino, a qualified chiropractor and AEQ member (#1036).
What is chiropractic?
Chiropractic is a discipline focused on the care of the spine and the nervous system. If you want to understand in depth what it is, how a spinal adjustment works and the evidence that supports its practice, we have a full page dedicated to explaining it.
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Why choose a chiropractor in Estepona?
In Estepona, Centro Quiropráctico Puig is the reference centre for chiropractic care for the whole family. Dr. José María Puig Sobrino combines solid international university training with a personalised, approachable style, adapting every care plan to the specific needs of each patient.
Your chiropractor in Estepona
- → José María Puig Sobrino, Doctor of Chiropractic. Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.). AEQ member (#1036). Sacro Occipital Technique (SOT) specialist. Activator Method certified. Gonstead Technique. Cox Flexion-Distraction. Specialist in sot technique and gonstead and cox flexion-distraction and paediatric chiropractic and activator method.
Chiropractic services in Estepona
Our centre offers comprehensive chiropractic care for back, joint, nervous system and general wellbeing concerns:
Our approach: three phases for lasting results
- 1 Relief Phase: In the first few weeks, the focus is on quickly easing symptoms. Sessions are more frequent and become more spaced out as the pain settles. Most patients notice a significant improvement in this phase.
- 2 Stabilisation Phase: Over the first few months, we consolidate the progress. The body learns to hold the correction and reaches a new balance. Sessions become more spaced out as your spine builds stability.
- 3 Prevention Phase: Regular maintenance visits to help prevent setbacks and keep the nervous system working well. Much like looking after your teeth: prevention helps you avoid bigger problems down the line.
Frequently asked questions about chiropractic in Estepona
Chiropractic is a discipline focused on the care of the spine and the nervous system, recognised as a healthcare profession by the WHO in over 90 countries, though it is not yet regulated as a registered healthcare profession in Spain. Through specific vertebral adjustments, the chiropractor helps correct dysfunctions that interfere with nerve communication, supporting the body's natural ability to self-regulate.
Dr. José María Puig Sobrino is a Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) and a member of the Spanish Chiropractic Association (AEQ, registered member #1036). He has more than a decade of experience and is skilled in 6 specialised chiropractic techniques.
A first visit to the chiropractor lasts 45 to 60 minutes and follows five steps: (1) detailed case history, (2) physical examination and specific functional tests, (3) clear explanation of the findings, (4) first chiropractic adjustment if appropriate, and (5) a personalised care plan organised by phases. At Centro Quiropráctico Puig in Estepona, Dr. Puig (Doctor of Chiropractic, AEQ #1036) selects the most suitable technique (SOT, Gonstead, Cox Flexion-Distraction, Diversified, Thompson or Activator Method) after the functional assessment. No technique is applied without your informed consent, and you will get a clear explanation of what is happening at every stage of the visit.
No, the chiropractic adjustment does not hurt. It is a precise manual movement, of high velocity and low amplitude, applied to a specific spinal joint. The "click" sound you may hear is cavitation: small gas bubbles (CO₂) released inside the joint capsule, a completely harmless phenomenon unrelated to bone. Most patients feel an immediate sense of relief after the adjustment. For older adults, expectant mothers, children or sensitive patients, Dr. Puig uses low-force techniques such as Activator Method (a handheld instrument) or SOT (positional blocks), which adjust without any audible click or manual thrust.
Practically anyone, from newborns to older adults. At Centro Quiropráctico Puig in Estepona we look after babies, children, teenagers, adults, expectant mothers, athletes and older adults. The techniques are always adapted to the age and condition of each patient.
No, you do not need a medical referral to see a chiropractor. You can come directly to Centro Quiropráctico Puig in Estepona by booking an appointment on 952 791 996. Dr. Puig will carry out his own full chiropractic assessment.