Understanding Chiropractic Care
Chiropractic care is for anyone wanting to perform to the best of their ability without pain or discomfort. A thorough spinal and body assessment looks at the integrity of our nervous system function and how well our bodies are adapting to the stress of everyday life. This includes the effects from our daily work environment, being a parent, sports enthusiast, going through pregnancy or our nutrition. Anything can contribute to how our bodies function, including muscle tightness, discomfort or specific symptoms.
Are Chiropractors Safe?
The chiropractic industry is heavily regulated by the AHPRA in Australia, so you can be confident in the years of training your chiropractor has undergone before practicing.
There have been many evidence-based studies on the benefits of spinal manipulation and chiropractic treatments. Covering back and leg pain, whiplash, headaches and migraines, there is scientifically documented data that supports the safe use of chiropractic care to help our musculoskeletal systems heal and perform.
How Does a Chiropractic Adjustment Work?
Chiropractic adjustments gently realign specific segments of the spine. This brings balance back to our body by tapping into our calming ‘rest and digest’ system, with each visit tailored to the individual's needs. The techniques used to realign your spine vary from low force movements that avoid the 'popping' sounds, to manual manipulations where you may hear the sounds in your joints as the air pockets are released. Cranial therapy is also a gentle technique that is commonly used to help ease headache tension or dizziness.
What are the Benefits of seeing a Chiropractor?
By increasing your range of joint movement, chiropractors can improve bodily function and reduce the chances of nerve irritation to keep you feeling healthy and well. When our spine is in alignment, our organs, muscles and nervous system can also have the space to function to the best of their ability.
Children also benefit massively from regular spinal checks to ensure their bodies are keeping up with each developmental milestone. Supporting their nervous system development helps them to self-regulate emotions, sleep better and improve their cognitive function.