Chiropractic
Chiropractic is a health care discipline that emphasizes diagnosis, treatment and prevention of muscle, nerve and joint problems. The spine houses the nervous system and it is believed that when the joints of the spine are not moving properly, it can hinder the overall functioning of the nervous system.
The body has the ability to heal itself. It is the role of the chiropractor to ensure that the nerves, muscles and bones of the body are working properly, and in unison, in order for this to be achieved.
When should I see a Chiropractor?
There are many reasons to seek chiropractic care:
BACK PAIN
REPETITIVE STRAIN INJURY (RSI)
NECK PAIN
WORK & SPORTS INJURIES
HEADACHE
ARTHRITIS
WHIPLASH
LIMITED RANGE OF MOTION
STRAINS & SPRAINS
GENERAL HEALTH & WELL-BEING
While chiropractors are often labelled “back doctors,” conditions related to the extremities are also treated effectively, such as tennis elbow, frozen shoulder, carpal tunnel and bursitis, to name a few.
How Does Chiropractic Work?
Chiropractors assess the joints of the spine and other joints of the body to determine if they are moving properly. If the spine is not moving the way it should, it can affect the muscles, nerves, and/or joints and subsequently cause pain in various ways.
When a joint is restricted, or not moving properly, it is the role of the chiropractor to perform what is called a chiropractic “adjustment” or “manipulation.”
This is a manual procedure whereby the chiropractor will use his or her hands to restore motion to the affected joints in order to reduce pain and restore or enhance joint function.