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Chiropractic
Chiropractic is a natural, drug-free approach to spinal care and well-being.
What is a Chiropractor?
A health profession concerned with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of
mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system, and the effects of these
disorders on the function of the nervous system and general health. There is an
emphasis on manual treatments including spinal adjustment and other joint and soft-
tissue manipulation.’ (World Federation of Chiropractic, 2009).
Are you a recognised healthcare provider?
Yes! Australian Chiropractors are nationally recognised primary healthcare providers on completion of a 5 year Bachelor Degree.
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Chiropractic Involves:
- Promoting your body’s healthy natural function and potential through a drug- free approach.
- Philosophy based on your body’s natural healing powers.
- Diagnosing, preventing and treating the neuromuscular system to promote health and wellbeing.
- Emphasis on treatment by hand and joint mobilisation.
- The relationship between the spine, musculoskeletal system and function coordinated by the Central Nervous System.
Why should I come see a chiropractor?
Research demonstrates that the primary reasons patients consult chiropractors are
back pain (approx. 60%), other musculoskeletal pain such as pain in the neck,
shoulder, extremities and arthritic pain (20%) and headaches including migraine
(10%). Around 1 in 10 (10%) present with a wide variety of conditions caused,
aggravated or mimicked by neuromusculoskeletal disorders (e.g. pseudo angina, dysmenorrhea, respiratory and digestive dysfunctions). (World Federation of
Chiropractic, 2009).
We can also:
- Refer for medical care.
- Treat disorders partially caused (or aggravated by) the musculoskeletal system.
- Treat workers compensation patients.