# Kernow Pain Clinic Ltd

Kernow Pain Clinic is an established healthcare practice in Helston, Cornwall, serving patients seeking relief from pain and musculoskeletal conditions. Founded in 1990 by Duncan, a qualified osteopath trained at the British School of Osteopathy, the clinic has grown from a single patient to over 22,000 registered patients, reflecting three decades of trusted care within the local community.

The clinic offers a multidisciplinary approach to pain management, combining osteopathy, acupuncture, and chiropractic treatments. Duncan is joined by Bethany Hain, a fellow osteopath, ensuring patients benefit from continuity of care whilst having access to second opinions when needed. The practice also provides specialist chiropody services.

What distinctly sets Kernow Pain Clinic apart is its unwavering patient-centric philosophy. Rather than pursuing unnecessary treatments, the practitioners prioritise honest communication, explicitly stating when they cannot help and encouraging patients to report any deterioration. The clinic actively guides patients towards alternative treatments if their own interventions prove unsuitable. Treatment typically requires just 2-3 appointments, though chronic condition management is available for those requiring ongoing support.

The practice emphasises education and prevention, offering lifestyle advice, exercise guidance, and self-help resources including video demonstrations. Duncan and Bethany actively liaise with GPs and employers on patients' behalf when beneficial. This genuine commitment to patient welfare over commercial interest has fostered deep community trust and loyalty across Helston and surrounding areas.