Chiropractic

Chiropractic is the detection, correction and prevention of Vertebral Subluxations to help individuals achieve their ultimate health potential. Subluxations are spinal bone misalignments causing nerve irritation. These affect, directly or indirectly, the normal function of the nerve system and, as a consequence, can cause a detrimental effect on health and performance. Chiropractors correct subluxations by adjusting the spine. Adjustments are gentle, specific corrective procedures which help the body to realign the spine and remove subluxations.

Everyone should have their spine checked for subluxations. Even though you may not have any obvious symptoms, only a chiropractor can check your spine for subluxation. In fact, only 10% of your nerves feel pain so a lack of symptoms doesn’t necessarily mean you don’t have subluxations. Chiropractic is about your nervous system working at its optimum which allows you to live a greater life!

Each person has individual needs and must be assessed accordingly. Once this assessment is complete, the Chiropractor can recommend a program of Chiropractic care.

Yes! Chiropractors care for their clients using safe, gentle, scientific techniques. Our Chiropractors aim to educate all their clients and inform them how and why Chiropractic is safe and appropriate for all ages, especially babies and children.

Referral is not necessary. Chiropractors are primary heath care providers (the third largest world wide after medical doctors and dentists).

Although not necessary, we are always happy to accept referrals from your medical doctor. At Chiropractic Plus, we recognise that often working with any other health professional you may see is beneficial to your care at our office.

Chiropractic is most appropriate for both these groups. Special adjusting techniques are used for babies, children and pregnant women achieving tremendous results.

Chiropractors must complete a five-year university degree course, which specialises in the detection and correction of subluxations. Chiropractic is recognised worldwide and supported by the World Health Organisation (WHO). Chiropractors must be registered and licensed to practise by the Chiropractors’ Registration Board.

Absolutely not. It is essential for children’s spines to be checked at an early age. The earlier potential problems are detected, the easier they can be corrected. Children lead such active lives – constantly jumping, jarring, bumping, falling and the like. Whilst these activities are a normal part of their development, they can cause subluxations which do not manifest themselves as pain for many years. Remember: As the twig is bent, so grows the tree.

The spine is the framework which supports and protects the spinal cord. It has been likened to the body’s switchboard. Most of the nerves pass from the spinal cord through small openings between the spinal bones (vertebrae), to the muscles, organs, bones and the skin. In fact, the nerve system controls and coordinates all organs, structures, systems and functions of the human body, helping to maintain homeostasis (natural physiological balance). Because of the spine’s complexity, its normal movements are easily disrupted. Falls, incorrect lifting, repetitive movements, faulty posture and even illness may cause disruption to the normal mechanics of the spine. These areas of abnormal alignment are what Chiropractors call SUBLUXATIONS. You don’t need to feel pain to have them.