chiropractic
Chiropractic is a primary health care profession concerned with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system, and the effects of these disorders on the function of the nervous system and general health.
Chiropractors are trained to assess the neuro-musculoskeletal system and identify restrictions, imbalances and dysfunction and a chiropractic package of care involves spinal and peripheral joint adjustments and mobilisations, application of soft tissue treatment and advice on exercise, self-help, diet and lifestyle where appropriate. Some chiropractors offer rehabilitation programmes. Chiropractors do not use medicines or surgery and the gentle manual approaches we use are extremely safe and comfortable to receive.
can chiropractic help me?
A package of chiropractic care may be used regularly to help maintain good posture, promote health and improve performance, no matter what it is you do, from a high-performance athlete to a senior member of the community enjoying a potter in the garden.
chiropractic Helps with -
- Ankle sprain (short term management)
- Cramp
- Elbow pain and tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) arising from associated musculoskeletal conditions of the back and neck, but not isolated occurrences
- Headache arising from the neck (cervicogenic)
- Inability to relax
- Joint pains
- Joint pains including hip and knee pain from osteoarthritis as an adjunct to core OA treatments and exercise
- Back pain
- Generalised aches and pains
- Lumbago
- Mechanical neck pain (as opposed to neck pain following injury i.e., whiplash)
- Migraine prevention
- Minor sports injuries and tensions
- Muscle spasms
- Plantar fasciitis (short term management)
- Rotator cuff injuries, disease or disorders
- Sciatica
- Shoulder complaints (dysfunction, disorders and pain)
- Soft tissue disorders of the shoulder
children & pregnancy
Aches and pains in children can be from the numerous bumps, falls and tumbles that are an inevitable part of childhood, for example, use of gaming equipment, laptops, tablets etc., carrying heaving bags to and from school and sitting on ill-fitting furniture and, of course, sports and PE. Most children easily shrug off the rough and tumble of daily life. As life progresses, however, there can be incidents which can lead to niggling discomfort or more specific problems such as back or neck pain, migraines and headaches. Basically, children can experience all the same aches and pains as adults do.
Pregnancy is an exciting time of great change for your body. Many women experience a range of musculoskeletal issues any time during their pregnancy. The increased curve in your back can lead to back pain and increased movement in the joints of the pelvis due to the ligaments softening can lead to pain and discomfort around the pelvic girdle.
Many chiropractors have a special interest in paediatric and pregnancy care and are very experienced in assessing and caring for your individual needs. You can use the search facility at mca-chiropractic.org to find a chiropractor near you who focuses on pregnancy and paediatric chiropractic care.
looking after you in later life
Many of us enjoy excellent health throughout our lives and into our later lives. However, as we age, some of us may experience a reduction in our mobility and stiff joints. Chiropractic care may help maintain your mobility and well-being in later life. The gentle nature of chiropractic the McTimoney way makes it particular suitable at this time in life, even if you suffer from osteoporosis. Chiropractors spend a long time in their training understanding the biomechanics as it relates to ageing and the techniques used are carefully selected to minimise any risk. These techniques used are carefully selected to minimise any risk. These techniques are gentle, and your comfort is always paramount and will be adopted to suit each patient.
How many treatments will I need?
This largely depends on your problem, severity and length of time you have had it. Some patients with a minor problem can feel better after one treatment; other patients will require more appointments and lifestyle/exercise advice. Your chiropractor will discuss and develop your care plan with you, will continually monitor results and adapt your care plan as necessary.