Chiropractic
The term Chiropractor has derived from two Greek words meaning treatment by hand or manipulation Chiropractic treatment specializes in mechanical disorders of joints, particularly those of the spine, and their effect on the muscular and nervous system of the body.
Treatment consists of a combination of soft tissue work and skilled specific manipulation to restore correct function to the musculosketal system.
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‘Chiropractors diagnose, treat and prevent mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system, the nervous system and general health. There is an emphasis on manual treatments including spinal manipulation or adjustments.’
Craig de Groot
‘By restoring normal functions to the musculosketal system chiropractor’s can play a major part in relieving disorders, and any accompanying pain or discomfort, arising from accidents, stress lack of exercise, poor posture, illness and the everyday wear and tear that happens to all of us.’
Katarina Sveder-Cain