Chiropractors are primary health care professionals who use hands-on treatment techniques to restore and improve joint function, especially in the spine. During a first visit, a chiropractor will take a full medical history, examine the patient, and may order x-rays to develop a treatment plan. Common conditions treated include headaches, neck pain, back pain, and sciatica. Chiropractic care aims to reduce pain, improve mobility, and help the nervous system function properly.
3. Primary health care professionals Hands-on treatment Restores / improves joint function Helps your nervous system work properly Natural What is Chiropractic?
4. One hour consultation Full medical history Examination X-rays if required What to expect – 1st visit
5. What to expect – 2nd visit Clear explanation Treatment plan (reviewed) Gentle treatment Referral if appropriate
6. What do chiropractors treat? Headaches Neck pain Shoulder pain Repetitive strain Back pain Hip pain Sciatica
7. Reduce pain and improve mobility Restore normal movement Help nervous system to function properly Slow down progression of osteoarthritis Improve quality of life How can chiropractic help?
8. Encouragement and support Functional goals Referrals and resources Maintenance / wellness care What else do chiropractors offer?
9. Arthritis:restricted joints wear out faster Chiropractic keeps the joints in your spine moving properly, so that they don’t wear down as quickly Combined with range of motion exercises Regular general movement
10. Assess: Hip range of motion Overall posture (leaning) Low back and pelvis Knee and ankle movement Leg length difference Example: Hip osteoarthritis
