Chiropractic

According to the British Chiropractic Association:

Chiropractic is a primary health-care profession that specialises in the diagnosis, treatment and overall management of conditions that are due to problems with the joints, ligaments, tendons,and nerves of the body, particularly those of the spine.

Treatment consists of a wide range of manipulative techniques designed to improve the function of the joints, relieving pain and muscle spasm.

What is Chiropractic?

Chiropractis is a primary health-care profession, so you do not need to be referred by your doctor. A chiropractor is trained to diagnose your problem and will refer you to another health-care practitioner if necessary.

The effectiveness of chiropractic treatment is supported by research as well as by various UK government and medical organisations.

Common treatments at Our Clinic include:

Gentle joint mobilization and manipulation
Trigger point release and massage
Stretching and strenghthening exercises
Dry needling- sometimes called "Western Acupuncture)
Advice on posture, ergonomics and good "Spinal Hygiene"
Rehabilitation exercises.

In common with other health professions, chiropractic is regulated by Act of Parliament. The Chiropractors Act 1994 is a good example of modern legislation and it gives strong powers to the regulatory body, the General Chiropractic Council ( www.gcc-uk.org ).

Chiropractors who are on the GCC's Statutory Register have met legal criteria for registration and it is a criminal offence for anyone to describe themselves as a chiropractor if they are not registered with the GCC.