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Some information about our chiropractic health care
The information given below is based on documents published by the following organisations: The General Chiropractic Council, The British Chiropractic Association, The College of Chiropractors, The Chiropractic Patients' Association, The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, The Organisation of Physiotherapists in Private Practice.
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What is Chiropractic?
What happens in a consultation?
Conditions which may be suitable for chiropractic
How many visits will I need?
What is Physiotherapy?
Frequently treated conditions
Related internet links
After taking a detailed case history, going through a thorough examination and reaching a diagnosis, chiropractors provide a package of care. This package may include manual therapy (massage, stretching, mobilisation and manipulation); rehabilitation (through a regime of exercises); advice on orthotics (shoe inserts), posture, activity, lifestyle, diet and prevention. Some chiropractors use other forms of treatment including low-laser therapy and dry needling (also known as medical acupuncture). As far as treatment is concerned, to give their patients an informed freedom of choice, chiropractors will give them advice on all the treatment options available for their particular complaint.
If we identify an underlying condition for which other treatment is appropriate, you will be referred to your GP or another specialist without delay.
Before moving to the treatment phase your chiropractor will explain to you what he found in the examination, what treatment plan he proposes, what alternative treatments are available and the benefits and risks associated with your condition and the proposed treatment. Before asking your permission for treatment ("consent") we will make sure you have been given full opportunity to ask questions and to understand what has been explained. If you wish, you are welcome to bring a relative or a friend with you into the consultation room. With your permission, your chiropractor may send a report to your GP, with details of your condition and the treatment you are receiving.
The most common form of arthritis which occurs when the cartilage covering the end of the bones becomes thin and worn causing joints to become stiff and painful. Various techniques are used aimed at relieving the pain and restoring the mobility.
Hip/ knee replacement
Once the joint has been replaced, physiotherapy is recommended for getting the best result from the new joint.
Fractures
Once the plaster is removed a rehabilitation programme taking into account the patient's needs and lifestyle can be planned. The aim is to restore joint movement, muscle strength and coordination.
Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI)
Many occupations can lead to muscle pains and problems with nerves, ligaments and joints to the upper limb. A treatment programme including massage, stretching, mobilisation, exercises and advice on posture, workplace and lifestyle can help this condition.
The British Chiropractic Association: www.chiropractic-uk.co.uk
The College of Chiropractors: www.colchiro.org.uk
The Chiropractic Patients' Association: www.chiropatients.org.uk
The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy: www.csp.org.uk
The Organisation of Physiotherapists in Private Practice: www.physiofirst.org.uk
Please click on a subject listed below
What is Chiropractic?
What happens in a consultation?
Conditions which may be suitable for chiropractic
How many visits will I need?
What is Physiotherapy?
Frequently treated conditions
Related internet links
What is Chiropractic?
Chiropractic is a regulated profession, which specialises in the diagnosis, treatment and overall management of conditions, which are due to mechanical dysfunction of the nerves, muscles and joints of the body.After taking a detailed case history, going through a thorough examination and reaching a diagnosis, chiropractors provide a package of care. This package may include manual therapy (massage, stretching, mobilisation and manipulation); rehabilitation (through a regime of exercises); advice on orthotics (shoe inserts), posture, activity, lifestyle, diet and prevention. Some chiropractors use other forms of treatment including low-laser therapy and dry needling (also known as medical acupuncture). As far as treatment is concerned, to give their patients an informed freedom of choice, chiropractors will give them advice on all the treatment options available for their particular complaint.
What happens in a consultation?
Your first visit will last anything between 45 minutes and an hour. After going through the case history we will ask you to remove some of your clothes. We will provide privacy to do so and patients will be offered a gown. We will ask for your permission to give you a thorough physical examination. At the end of that stage the chiropractor is, most of the time, able to reach a diagnosis. If additional investigation, such as an X-ray or MRI scan, is necessary to assist the diagnosis, you will be advised accordingly and provided with a referral letter. Like all BCA chiropractors, we are trained and qualified to interpret X-ray pictures.If we identify an underlying condition for which other treatment is appropriate, you will be referred to your GP or another specialist without delay.
Before moving to the treatment phase your chiropractor will explain to you what he found in the examination, what treatment plan he proposes, what alternative treatments are available and the benefits and risks associated with your condition and the proposed treatment. Before asking your permission for treatment ("consent") we will make sure you have been given full opportunity to ask questions and to understand what has been explained. If you wish, you are welcome to bring a relative or a friend with you into the consultation room. With your permission, your chiropractor may send a report to your GP, with details of your condition and the treatment you are receiving.
Conditions which may be suitable for chiropractic include:
- Acute and Chronic Low back pain
- Acute and Chronic neck pain
- Migraine and cervicogenic headache
- Acute whiplash-associated disorders
- Cervicogenic dizziness
- Shoulder girdle pain
- Adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder)
- Tennis elbow
- Hip osteoarthritis
- Knee osteoarthritis
- Plantar fasciitis
- Extremity joint conditions
How many visits will I need?
This will depend on:- Your condition and how severe it is
- How long you have had the condition
- How you respond to treatment
- How much of your chiropractor's advice you adhere to
What is Physiotherapy?
Physiotherapy is concerned with human function and movement and aims at maximising potential.Frequently treated conditions
OsteoarthritisThe most common form of arthritis which occurs when the cartilage covering the end of the bones becomes thin and worn causing joints to become stiff and painful. Various techniques are used aimed at relieving the pain and restoring the mobility.
Hip/ knee replacement
Once the joint has been replaced, physiotherapy is recommended for getting the best result from the new joint.
Fractures
Once the plaster is removed a rehabilitation programme taking into account the patient's needs and lifestyle can be planned. The aim is to restore joint movement, muscle strength and coordination.
Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI)
Many occupations can lead to muscle pains and problems with nerves, ligaments and joints to the upper limb. A treatment programme including massage, stretching, mobilisation, exercises and advice on posture, workplace and lifestyle can help this condition.
Related internet links
The General Chiropractic Council: www.gcc-uk.orgThe British Chiropractic Association: www.chiropractic-uk.co.uk
The College of Chiropractors: www.colchiro.org.uk
The Chiropractic Patients' Association: www.chiropatients.org.uk
The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy: www.csp.org.uk
The Organisation of Physiotherapists in Private Practice: www.physiofirst.org.uk