Chiropractic

The name Chiropractic is derived from the Greek Chiropraktikos meaning "effective treatment by hand".

Chiropractic is a method of adjusting the bones of the body, using a variety of techniques and no instruments other than the hands of the practitioner. The skeletal system is assessed as a whole and adjustments are made to the limbs and head, as well as the pelvis and spine. The aim is to maintain the spine and nervous system in good health through neuromusculoskeletal manipulation.

All ages

The treatment is generally suitable for people of all ages including; babies, young children, pregnant women, those with osteoporosis and the elderly. It is beneficial for a wide range of complaints ranging from back, neck and shoulder pain, stiffness and pain in joints and bones, tension headaches and migraines, to whiplash and sports injuries and general muscular aches and pains.

Various conditions

Chiropractors recommend the method for a variety of conditions ranging from chronic back trouble to migraine, ADD in children and many gynaecological conditions. It does also have contraindications for a number of complaints such as osteoporosis, cancer and serious circulatory problems, so it is important to ensure that the practitioner is fully qualified and registered with a suitable governing body.