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JC Wellness Centre – Acupressure & Chiropractic (Umhlanga/Gillitts)

Updated 2026-09-21 · 5,628 reviewed · 264 listed · Scored from 31 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(31) 83 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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JC Wellness Centre – Acupressure & Chiropractic (Umhlanga/Gillitts)
Location
Umhlanga Ridge, uMhlanga
Services
Spa & Wellness Retreats, Medical Wellness & Weight-Loss Clinics
Reviews
31
Best for
People with chronic pain or old injuries seeking hands-on treatment.

Business data from Google Business Profile, checked 2026-09-21. Facts from the business's own website were fetched 2026-08-27.

What do customers say?

Reviewers report significant pain relief, often within the first session. Practitioners Devin, Kevin, and Judy are consistently praised for their knowledge, care, and ability to resolve chronic issues from sciatica to old injuries.

Praised for
  • pain relief after first session
  • knowledgeable and caring practitioners
  • addresses root cause not symptoms
  • friendly and professional staff
attentive-staffskilled-therapistsexcellent-treatmentspeaceful-atmosphere
Best for: People with chronic pain or old injuries seeking hands-on treatment.

What stands out?

  • fast pain relief results
  • practitioners work to root cause
  • AHPCSA-compliant chiropractic
  • multiple therapy options

Worth knowing

  • Practitioners named: Devin, Kevin, Judy
  • Dry needling offered
  • Treats sciatica and suboccipital muscle spasm
  • Provides posture maintenance tips after treatment
  • Acupuncture and acupressure both available

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.59 average across the 244 spa & wellness retreats businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 30% of the businesses in this directory.

How the score was calculated

Ranking Method
Star rating 84
Review volume 65
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 80
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Frequently asked questions

Can you help with chronic pain I've had for years?
Yes. Reviewers report significant relief from pain lasting two years or more, often noticing improvement after the first session.
What practitioners work here?
Devin, Kevin, and Judy are named in reviews as skilled practitioners offering acupressure, dry needling, and chiropractic care.
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Last updated 2026-09-21