Chiropractic works with all age groups to alleviate pain and stiffness in the back and other joints. Treatment can also improve posture, flexibility and vitality thereby promoting a rich and engaging lifestyle.
Traditionally, chiropractors can help with:
- Acute and chronic Lower Back pain (lumbar and pelvis)
- Trapped nerves
- Sciatica and leg pain
- Slipped / herniated discs/ irritated discs
- Mechanical Neck pain (cervical spine)
- Headache esp. arising from the neck (cervogenic headaches) and tension related
- Migraine prevention
- Pins and needles, numbness in legs and arms
- Postural problems/ poor posture
- Cramp and muscular spasms
- Acute Torticollis
- Mid back pain (thoracic spine)
Chiropractic is also beneficial for:
- Tennis and golfer’s elbow from associated musculoskeletal issues in neck and back
- RSI (repetitive strain injuries) such as carpal tunnel syndrome from prolonged computer use
- Minor Sports injuries
- Generalised Hip, knee, ankle and foot joint aches and pain
- Generalised Shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand joint aches and pain
- Pain caused by Degenerative Arthritis (osteoarthritis) and general wear and tear esp of the hip and knee.
- Cervogenic dizziness and headache
- Shoulder complaints incl. rotator cuff injuries
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Minimise back and pelvic pain in pregnancy caused by softening of ligaments, weight gain and change in posture
