When your in pain, you might get all kinds of advice about what can work to help you. Many people recommend chiropractic care and the the research is very supportive for it’s role in helping back pain, neck pain and many other conditions.

This page should be helpful if you are unfamiliar with chiropractic care, or have heard stories from your friends that have left you with a few unanswered questions. If you would like more information please contact the clinic throught the contact us page or give us a phone.

What is the popping noise of the adjustment?
Will treatment hurt?
Is chiropractic safe?
How much does chiropractic cost?
Can I have chiropractic care after surgery?
Will chiropractic treatments make my joints loose?
Am I too old for chiropractic care?
Is chiropractic care okay for people with osteoporosis?
Does chiropractic require X-Rays?
Who do chiropractors treat?
Are all patients adjusted in the same way?
Why do new-borns get adjusted?
Is chiropractic care appropriate for children?
Why should I return if I’m feeling fine?
Will I need lifelong care?
Do medical practitioners and chiropractors get along?
Will my doctor approve?
Do I need to contact my GP before I start chiropractic care?
How do I find and choose a chiropractor?
How do I check if a chiropractor is properly qualified?
What if chiropractic doesn’t work?
What is the satisfaction guarantee?
How do I complain?

What is the popping noise of the adjustment?

During certain types of Chiropractic adjustment there is sometimes a change of pressure within the joint space which may sometimes cause a bubble of gas to ‘pop’ – but this sound is not significant, and does not hurt. It’s exactly the same thing as when you “crack” your knuckles. The sound isn’t a guide to the quality or value of the adjustment.

Will treatment hurt?

Manipulation, when carried out by a qualified practitioner, is not painful. If you have acute muscle spasm or a severe inflammation, when even the lightest touch hurts, there may be some discomfort. However at this stage we will usual treat you with very gentle procedures and recommend the use of ice, heat or nutrition to help you. Sometimes, if you have had a problem for some time, you may feel sore whilst your body starts to adjust. Your Chiropractor will tell you if this is likely to happen and will advise of self-help remedies in between treatments.

Is chiropractic safe?

Chiropractic is a low risk therapy. Complications arising from adjustment are rare. Chiropractic is very safe when treatment is carried out by a properly qualified practitioner. Your Chiropractor is trained to recognise conditions which require referral elsewhere.

Statistically chiropractic adjustments are safer than taking commonly taken over-the-counter pain medications.

How much does chiropractic treatment cost?

Please see our prices page for details of all our treatment costs including therapies, products and supplements

Can I have chiropractic care after surgery?

You can have treatment even after surgery. However we usually suggest you leave it 6-8 weeks, or after the time you have been medically discharged. If you have any concerns please ask the advice of your surgery team. Your chiropractor will avoid stressing the areas of your spine where you’ve had surgery. While surgery can be extremely beneficial, often the underlying causes of the problem are not addressed or the area proximal to the surgery can compensate, which may lead to tension. It’s these areas problems that your chiropractor will focus on. Some techniques can be used directly after surgery to help speed up the healing process. If you had surgery for a specific problem and you still have pain – do not give up hope, chiropractic, and the correct exercise, has helped many people recover.

Will chiropractic adjustments make my joints too loose?

A chiropractor only treats the joints that are too tight. Chiropractors receive years of training to learn to treat joints safely.

Am I too old for chiropractic care?

We treat people of all ages and conditions, altering our treatments with respect for your need. Many of our older patients enjoy the feeling of increased vitality that many people experience after a chiropractic treatment. Chiropractic has also been shown to be good for helping relieve the symptoms of osteoarthritis. We’ve helped keep many people stay active to enjoy their social activities and hobbies, when they thought they never would again. There’s often no need to feel so old.

Is chiropractic care okay for people with osteoporosis?

More gentle styles of treatments or self-help exercises are selected for people with bone density issues as well as those with fragile ligaments and other medical conditions for which the stronger styles of treatment aren’t appropriate. We’ll also give you nutritional and lifestyle advice to help yourself with the osteoporosis.

Does chiropractic treatment require X-Rays?

X-rays can play an important role in diagnosis and are taken only when required, depending on patient case history, physical examination or response to treatment.

Who do chiropractors treat?

Chiropractic treatment is suitable for people of all ages, including babies, pregnant women and the elderly.

Are all patients adjusted in the same way?

No. Everyone is unique. Your treatment programme will be tailored to your specific needs – determined from your health history, exam and diagnosis. We have many techniques available ranging from very gentle to stronger styles of adjustment, depending on your age, condition and body type. The common factor in chiropractic techniques is the speed at which the adjustments are delivered. These need to be fast to effectively restore normal joint movement, position and optimise the sensory feedback. Your self-help advice will also be specific to your individual needs.

Why do new-borns get adjustments?

The physical process of birth, posture and learning to control body movements and other stresses can theoretically cause problems which might be helped by chiropractors. Parent’s often ask chiropractors if we can help their child, usually in desperation after they have tried conventional approaches unsuccessfully. In these cases, we often find imbalances in joint and muscle tension, movement or the nervous system which in an adult may cause pain. Of course babies have only limited ways in communicating their distress. We would recommend first eliminating any possible medical problems before consulting with a chiropractor.

Paediatric adjustments are gentle. Knowing exactly where to adjust, the doctor applies no more pressure than you’d use to test the ripeness of a tomato. We also may use various neurological, cranial, soft tissue tension release and dietary approaches to help your child.

While there is some clinical evidence that musculoskeletal treatment of infants may have positive effects, well-controlled studies are required before chiropractors can make definitive claims about the benefits that are seen in clinical practice.

Is chiropractic treatment appropriate for children?

Yes, children may benefit from chiropractic care. The many types of knocks and falls children experience may lead to symptoms including back and neck pain or other joint and muscle stiffness. Chiropractic care is always adapted to the individual patient. It is a highly skilled treatment, and in the case of children, very gentle.

Many childhood health complaints that are brushed off as “growing pains” can often be traced to problems in the spine, other joints and muscles or the nervous system. Regular chiropractic check-ups can identify these problems. Most parents report that their children enjoy their chiropractic adjustments and seem healthier for it.
While there is some clinical evidence that musculoskeletal treatment of infants may have positive effects, well-controlled studies are required before chiropractors can make definitive claims about the benefits that are seen in clinical practice.

Why should I return if I’m feeling fine?

Your Chiropractor has treated you, but if you continue the lifestyle which caused the original condition, you will have a return of symptoms. Follow up assessments and treatments gives you feedback on how you are doing and gives reminders of what you could be doing better.

Will I need lifelong care?

It’s your choice – you can use our service how you like. You can come in for pain relief, to learn about prevention or to maintain your improvements. We recommend lifelong care. Like brushing your teeth, visiting the dentist, taking the car for an MOT or service. The frequency of visits will depend on your underlying health and the stresses in your environment and how effective you are in managing them. We’ll always do our best to help you whatever your choice of care.

Do medical practitioners and chiropractic get along?

Many chiropractors enjoy good relations with local doctors, which is to their patients’ benefit. There is still a need to improve understanding between these professions, which is why we have participated in community training for medical undergraduates.

Will my doctor approve?

In 1995 the British Medical Association concluded that patients with recent onset low back pain treated with Chiropractic derive more benefit and with long term satisfaction than those treated by hospitals. Following on from this, G.P’s were advised in 1996 by the Royal College of General Practitioners to recommend manipulative treatment within the first six weeks for patients with low back pain. More recently similar guidance was offered by the National Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE) on the benefits of chiropractic care for more low back pain. However, you do not need a GP referral to visit a Chiropractor.

Do I need to contact my GP before I start chiropractic care?

Only if you want to, or if you need a referral letter for private medical cover. Otherwise a patient does not need to be referred. We may, with your permission send a report to your GP to keep your medical records up to date.

How do I find and choose a chiropractor?

Chiropractors are “primary contact” health care providers, which means you do not have to be referred to one by a physician or anyone else. Chiropractors in the UK are a regulated profession and must be registered with the General Chiropractic Council (GCC). Chiropractic websites such as the GCC www.gcc-uk.org and the British Chiropractic Association (BCA) www.chiropractic-uk.co.uk often have options to help you find a chiropractor in your area.

As with any other health professional, referrals from friends and acquaintances are an excellent way to find a chiropractor. The Yellow Pages can also come in handy to help you find one in your area. You might want to select a chiropractor who has demonstrated their motivation to help people with all kinds of different problems by gaining various post graduate qualifications.

How do I check if a chiropractor is properly qualified?

Chiropractors in the UK are a regulated profession and must be registered with the General Chiropractic Council (GCC). Please check the website www.gcc-uk.org.

What if chiropractic doesn’t work?

If we’re unable to help improve your particular health problem we’ll do our best to connect you with the right kind of specialist who should be able to help you. Your health is our only goal.

What is the satisfaction guarantee?

We can’t guarantee your results, but we want you to be satisfied that we’ll do everything we can to help you. If within three visits you become unhappy with your decision to consult our office for chiropractic care, we’ll refund the money you’ve paid us and make other care recommendations. Obviously the healing process will take longer but during this early stage of care most patients see enough progress to complete their care plan.

How do I complain? What do I do if I’m not satisfied with my chiropractic care or I have a complaint about the chiropractic care I have received?

As registered chiropractors we have a complaints procedure to help resolve problems in confidence and with speed and efficiency. Initially we suggest we try to deal with the complaint through our practise based complaints procedure.