The treatment

Having explained your treatment plan, the chiropractor commences treatment.
This consists of various muscle and joint techniques, such as soft tissue work and manipulation. Chiropractic manipulation is also called an adjustment, which is a small but fast movement of the joint which is restricted. This is sometimes accompanied by a "popping" or "clicking" sound.

This is caused by the release of an air bubble within the joint, which is completely harmless and actually incidental to the treatment.

At Maristow Chiropractic Clinic, as well as manipulation we also use massage techniques, acupuncture and spend time giving advice and exercises that may help prevent your problem returning.

Chiropractic treatment is generally painless, although patients may feel some soreness if their muscles are very inflamed.

The aim of the treatment is to restore normal mobility and function to the restricted joints, which in turn will allow the inflammation to clear, the muscles to relax and the ligaments and tendons to heal.

Chiropractic treatment is suitable for all ages and is adapted to each individual patient. As every back problem is different, so is every treatment plan. No two patients are treated exactly the same as each treatment is 'tailor made'.

Throughout the treatment you will be continually monitored and reassessed to make sure you are progressing according to plan. Occasionally it is necessary to slightly change the approach, to make sure you are making as speedy a recovery as possible.