FAQs

Chiropractic is a health care discipline based on the scientific premise that the body is a
self-regulating, self-healing organism. These important functions are controlled by the brain, spinal cord, and all the nerves of the body. 'Chiropractic' comes from the Greek word Chiropraktikos, meaning 'done by hand'.

The practice of chiropractic focuses on the relationship between structure (primarily the spine, and pelvis) and function (as coordinated by the nervous system) and how that relationship affects the preservation and restoration of health.

The skull protects the delicate tissues of the brain. The moving bones of the spine protect the intricate communication pathways of the spinal cord and nerve roots. If these nervous system pathways are impaired, malfunction of the tissue and organ function throughout the body can result.

Chiropractic also places an emphasis on nutrition and exercise, wellness and healthy lifestyle modifications.

Chiropractic does not use drugs, medicine, or invasive tools and procedures. Chiropractic is the largest, drugless, natural healing profession in the world. Chiropractic is a health care profession which emphasises the inherent recuperative power of the body to heal itself without the use of drugs or surgery.

Chiropractors are trained in the neuromusculoskeletal system. They are experts in diagnosing and treating disorders of the spine and other body joints. By adjusting the spinal column or through other corrective manipulation, many different conditions can be helped.

Chiropractors provide conservative management of neuromusculoskeletal disorders including, but not limited to, back, neck and head pain (over 90 percent of conditions treated). They also advise patients on corrective exercises, lifestyle and nutrition.

That depends on your condition. The length of time you have had the problem, your age and the degree of your disability all affect the length of your treatment. Your chiropractic doctor should tell you the extent of treatment recommended, and how long you can expect it to last. Your commitment to the treatment schedule, and to any lifestyle, diet, and exercise advice, will also affect the success of your care.

One of the main reasons people choose chiropractic is that they often get quick results. Individual cases vary and chronic conditions obviously need more treatment, but Workers' Compensation Board studies show that people with low back pain get back to work much faster with chiropractic care.

You might also consider the benefits of regular chiropractic adjustments even when you feel healthy. Sometimes you won't know you have a disorder of the neuromusculoskeletal system until it becomes acute and painful. So, just as you see your dentist to have your teeth checked, regular visits to your chiropractor can catch related health conditions early, often preventing them from developing into major problems. Remember, your spine is every bit as susceptible to wear and tear as your teeth so you should look after it.

The principle intervention used within Chiropractic is the "adjustment" - chiropractic adjustment or manipulation is a manual procedure that utilizes the highly refined skills developed during five intensive years of chiropractic education. The chiropractor typically uses his/her hands to manipulate the joints of the body, particularly the spine, in order to reduce pain, and restore or enhance joint function. Adjustment of a joint may result in release of a gas bubble between the joints that makes a popping sound. It is not usually painful. It is caused by the change of pressure within the joint resulting in gas bubbles being released.

Chiropractic manipulation is a highly controlled procedure that rarely causes discomfort. The chiropractor adapts the procedure to meet the specific needs of each patient.

Although chiropractors use their hands for most treatments, they also use other methods such as soft-tissue techniques, specialised adjusting instruments, personalised exercise programs, muscle-testing and balancing. Your chiropractor can also give you information and guidance on how you can stay healthy through proper nutrition, exercise and lifestyle changes.

Chiropractic does not involve the use of drugs or surgery.

Chiropractic adjustment or manipulation is a drug-free, non-invasive approach to common musculoskeletal conditions such as headache, and neck and back pain.

As such, it is a low risk therapy and complications arising from adjustment are rare.

Chiropractic is a healing discipline firmly grounded in science. Few other health care interventions have been assessed as extensively as chiropractic manipulation, both in terms of safety and effectiveness.

There have been at least six formal government studies into chiropractic worldwide over the last 25 years and all have concluded that contemporary chiropractic care is safe, effective, cost-effective and have recommended public funding for chiropractic services.

In addition, there have been countless scientific clinical studies assessing the appropriateness, effectiveness, and/or cost-effectiveness of spinal manipulation or chiropractic manipulation, most notably for low back pain.

Initial Consultation £40.
Follow up treatment £30.