Generally, chiropractic treatment is not painful.  Sometimes you might hear a popping noise coming from between the joints.  This is called a cavitation.  It is a simple release of nitrogen gas bubbles from between the joints.  Some people’s joints make more noise than others!

It is normal to experience some reaction to treatment. You may temporarily feel more uncomfortable, stiff or tired for a day or so. On the other hand, you may feel more energetic. It is important that you talk to your chiropractor if you feel worried about anything either during or after treatment.

Treatment usually involves specific chiropractic boney adjustments, soft tissue work and mobilisation.  The use of ice often plays a part in treatment too.

Your first usually will last between 40 minutes and 1 hour

You will be required to fill out an extensive patient details form and a consent form.  Don’t forget to bring your glasses.  If you have difficulty with reading or writing then please inform our receptionist and she will be pleased to help.

When you meet your chiropractor, they will be interested in a number of things. 

First of all they will want to know what brought you in to the clinic.

They will ask you questions about your past and current medical history.  They will also want to know about any physical or emotional trauma you may have suffered.

You will be asked remove some of your clothing on your first visit at which time you will be offered a clinic gown to wear.

A physical examination will be carried out using orthopaedic, neurological and chiropractic test.  In some circumstances, you may be asked obtain X-rays or go for other investigations before any type of treatment commences

In the majority of cases, some type of treatment will be carried out on your first visit. This may range from application of an ice pack and a couple of stretches to soft tissue release or manipulation.

Your chiropractor will inform you of the benefits and risks associated with treatment before commencing with care. We require you also to give to your verbal consent (even if you have already given written consent) so that we know you have understood.

You have a right to have privacy during your treatment.  If wish to request that you are seen without family members present, then please inform us.

In some cases, you will wish for another person to be present and that is fine too.

If you are a minor, you MUST be accompanied by a responsible adult – preferably a parent or guardian.

You can be assured that all your details are kept confidential.

Treatment is always tailored to the individual person.

This will depend on your condition, severity, duration, response to treatment and compliance to the chiropractor’s advice.

Generally, visits are frequent at the beginning and taper off as the patient improves.

No – this is your choice.  We need your consent to contact your GP.  In some cases, this is necessary so that we can get certain investigations done.

Only those practitioners registered with the General Chiropractic Council (GCC) can call themselves a chiropractor.

Members must have the relevant qualifications, be fit and of good character and adhere to the codes and standards set by the GCC.  Registration is done on an annual basis.