A course of treatment varies between individuals, on average a course can include between 2-6 treatments. Chiropractors work in co-operation with other health care professionals in order to provide an efficient care plan to all patients.
Evidence for chiropractic
There is a range of evidence to indicate that manipulation is safe and effective. This includes:
United Kingdom back pain exercise and manipulation (UK BEAM) randomised trial:
Effectiveness of physical treatments for back pain in primary care.
In 2006, the UK Government’s Musculoskeletal Services Framework stated that: “Chiropractors provide evidence-based, timely and effective assessment, diagnosis and management of certain musculoskeletal disorders.”
Medical acupuncture:
Acupuncture is also practised at the clinic primarily to provide pain relief, and uses a slightly different approach to treatment than traditional Chinese acupuncture.
Acupuncture stimulates the nerves in skin and muscle, and can produce a variety of effects. It increases the body’s natural pain killers, endorphin and serotonin, in the pain pathways of both the spinal cord and the brain, which modifies the way pain signals are received.
Deep tissue massage: This type of massage is used in conjunction with chiropractic manipulation to help facilitate the adjustment, by releasing tight, often spasmodic muscle. It is also a useful technique to help disperse swelling around a joint that has recently been injured.
Rehabilitation exercises:
Exercise is a crucial part of rehabilitation and prehabilitation of patients receiving chiropractic care, and exercises are prescribed at each session. General and specific exercise advice is also offered to try and support each patient attending the clinic.
To book an appointment,
call Ombersley Chiropractic Clinic on
07970 569 617