Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some questions we are frequently asked, if you have any other questions please contact us and we will answer as soon as possible.
Chiropractic is a fast-growing independant health care profession in the UK. It is concerned with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mechanical disorders of joints, bones and muscles related to the back and spine, and the effect they have on associated nerves. Chiropractic takes a holistic approach to your health and wellbeing and considers your symptoms in the context of your full medical history, your lifestyle and your personal circumstances.
Treatment consists of gentle manipulative techniques, known as adjustments, to help restore correct function, mobility and good alignment to the joints related to the back and spine. The aim is to improve your nerve, joint and muscular function.
This will depend on:
- Your condition
- How severe it is
- How long you have had the condition
- How you respond to treatment
- How much of our advice you follow
We re-assess you every time you come to the clinic and keep you fully up to date.
Your initial appointment will last between 45 minutes and 1 hour. The length of subsequent treatment sessions will depend on the type of treatment you are receiving but will generally last 15 minutes and occasionally a little longer.
No. Your treatment programme will be tailored to your specific needs. We re-assess you every time you come to the clinic and keep you fully up to date.
Chiropractors are best known for treating back and neck pain which we do very well, but patients also seek treatment for a range of other conditions including:
- Cervicogenic headaches (coming from neck) and migraine prevention
- Neck and related shoulder pain
- Posture and muscle problems
- Upper and lower back problems
- Relief for wear and tear
- And many more. If unsure give us a quick call on: 0141 570 0090.
Chiropractic is very safe when treatment is carried out by a properly qualified practitioner. There are many way to adjust the spine. The method selected will be the best suited to your age, size and condition. Your Chiropractor is trained to recognise conditions which require referral elsewhere.
Manipulation, when carried out by a qualified practitioner, is not painful. If you have acute muscle spasm, when even the lightest touch hurts, there may be some discomfort. 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 on how to minimize any discomfort.
During a chiropractic adjustment there is 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.
Spinal issues can occur at birth but also learning to walk, ride a bicycle, and other childhood activities can cause spinal problems. Regular chiropractic checkups can identify these problems and may help avoid many of the health complaints seen later in adults.
Your chiropractor has treated you, but if you continue the lifestyle which caused the original condition, regular treatment should also continue. Prevention is much better than cure.