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Chiropractor Services
Cambridge
For new patients, we offer a FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION with a
male or female Doctor of Chiropractic to discuss how we can help. Please
telephone for literature or to book an appointment.
What Is
Chiropractic Healthcare?
Chiropractic is the third largest healing profession in the world
after medicine and dentistry.
Chiropractors are expert health care professionals who treat
musculo-skeletal problems to release muscle spasm and nerve
interference, relieving pain and improving mobility. Chiropractic
is suitable for all age groups, including babies, pregnant women
and the elderly. Treatment will be directed according to a
patient’s age, needs and diagnosis.
Chiropractic personalises care to help create the potential for
well being and improve the quality of life, rather than just
focussing on illness.
The benefits of chiropractic care include pain relief, tissue
healing and good function. It may require different amounts of
time to achieve each of these goals, depending on the problem.
Chiropractic Adjustments
Research indicates that the risks associated with long-term use of
pain relieving drugs are much higher than those associated with
chiropractic care.
Chiropractic is one of the safest and most effective forms of
treatment available for nerve, spine and muscle associated
problems, aimed at restoring and maintaining normal structure,
joint, muscle and nervous system function.
Chiropractic examination identifies restricted joints, whether
they are painful or not. Adjustments (controlled forces)
specifically applied to joints can restore function. Barriers to
‘normal function’ include muscle spasm, swelling, scar tissue and
pain.
Adjustments help relieve pain as well as restore and maintain
normal movement, biomechanics and function. The controlled force
of adjustments safely generates the energy needed to overcome
restrictions to restore range of motion, flexibility, stability,
strength and coordination.
Restoring Function of Joints
Chiropractic helps minimise pain and maximise function by use of
adjustments, exercise and other methods.
Improving function is the key to long term pain relief. Joints
that have good function are not painful, perform better and are
less likely to be injured or degenerate, i.e. Arthritis.
Failure to restore function means any pain relief is temporary and
increases the risk of chronic pain. Decreased function can lead to
injury and pain.
Motion and Nutrition of Discs and Joints
A joint that can’t move, can’t nourish itself. Maintaining good
motion is critical to the survival of discs and joints.
Because discs and cartilage have no blood supply an exchange of
nutrients is necessary to keep discs and joints healthy. Movement
pumps nutrients in and waste products out. Lack of movement may
lead to poor nutrition and disc degeneration.
The discs in the spine live because of movement. Chiropractors
find joints that are restricted and by adjustments, help restore
and maintain normal motion and nutrition.
How can Chiropractic Help?
The most common problems that a Chiropractor treats are listed
below:-
* Back and Neck Pain
* Headaches or Migraines
* Muscular Tension and Stress Related Problems
* Disc Problems and Spinal Injuries
* Joint and Muscle Pain including Tendonitis
* Trapped Nerves, Pins and Needles, Numbness
* Neck, Arm, Shoulder Pain
* Sciatica, Leg and Knee Pain
* Fibrositis, Neuralgia, Spondylitis
* Sprains and Strains and Sports Injuries
* Whiplash Injuries
* Foot Pain
* Back problems in pregnancy or following childbirth
We are able to assist with:
* Insurance Claims for Injuries
* Medical Reports
* Private Medical Insurance
Your First Visit
You will be asked for details of your medical history and previous
injuries. Your chiropractor will then perform an Orthopaedic and
Neurological examination to make a thorough assessment. X-rays may
be recommended if visual information is required to confirm
diagnosis, these are taken on site (Haverhill & Cambridge) and
can be done while you wait. Once all the information and analysis
is complete, your chiropractor will discuss diagnosis and
treatment plan.
Treatment - What to Expect
Your chiropractor will usually perform precise and gentle
adjustments of the spine or other joints. You may experience a
little stiffness or aching; particularly after your first
treatment. Acute, recent
conditions often respond to treatment very quickly whilst a
long-standing or chronic conditions may need up to 6 - 12
treatments or more. The average number of treatments is 6 visits;
less if a condition is treated early. Your chiropractor may
recommend periodic check-ups to maintain improvement and prevent
recurrences.
Your GP and Private Health Cover
Many GP’s refer patients to us; in some areas this is available on
the NHS. However, you do not have to contact your GP in order to
make an appointment with a chiropractor. Private health companies
will cover the cost of your treatment. If you have private health
insurance, please make our receptionist aware on your first visit
so that you can be advised of the procedures.
How Else
Can we Help?
In addition to advice and patient education, we offer a number
of ancillary services to complement chiropractic treatment.
Ultra-Sound Therapy
This involves ultrasound waves which stimulate tissue repair,
relieve muscle spasm, reduce inflammation and free up calcified or
‘stiff’ joints. It is particularly useful in joint sprains
associated with sports injuries.
DEXA Bone Density Scanner
Used in many hospitals and medical establishments, we were the
first chiropractors in the UK to buy this equipment. The G4
forearm scanner is the latest technology to detect weakness in the
bone structure leading to osteoporosis. The scan takes just two
minutes. Bone loss occurs gradually from age 30 and accelerates
from age 50 but there are many contributing factors that can
increase the rate of bone loss. Early detection of bone weakness
is preferable because there is so much that can be done naturally
to help, but it can be treated at any age with medication. We
offer scans for people aged 20 to 90 and monitor people taking
medication. A staggering 1 in 2 women and 1 in 5 men will sustain
a fracture after age 50 due to bone weakness. Because of these
statistics many other countries offer bone mineral density scans
as routine! For more information go to:
www.dexascanservices.co.uk
NB: A bone density scan is not suitable for pregnant ladies
and it is best to wait until two years after childbirth to obtain
an accurate reading.
Power-Assisted Micro Manipulation (PAMM)
(Based at Haverhill)
PAMM is a treatment consisting of a ‘bionic’ handset powered by
compressed air, which rapidly massages the joints of the spine by
repetitively and effortlessly moving up and down the spine to
release the individual joints and restore mobility. Usually, the
patient experiences a general feeling of wellbeing and sometimes
the sensation of feeling taller! This works well to restore
movement to ‘fixed’ vertebrae, which then relieves pain.
Roller-Table
(Based at Cambridge)
The roller table consists of two sets of soft rubber wheels, which
move gently up and down the spine whilst the patient relaxes. This
is a gentle form of traction to which subtle vibration can be
introduced at a controlled level if required. This helps to
restore movement and release tension from the spine. So relaxing
that the patient often falls asleep!
Pneumatic Traction
The latest method to relieve stress and tension in the neck, using
an expanding air cushion. The gentlest form of pain relief so that
even the most apprehensive patient can gain some relief from neck
problems.
Therapeutic Massage
Our physical therapist can provide a superb massage for the relief
of tension, stress and muscle spasm.
X-Rays While You Wait
We have x-ray facilities on site, so they can be done quickly and
efficiently. This assists the chiropractor to make their diagnosis
and demonstrate to the patient what may be causing their problem,
enabling a discussion on future treatment and care.
If you are looking to arrange
Chiropractor Services Cambridge then speak to one of our experienced
Chiropractors Cambridge right away.
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