What is Chiropractic?

Chiropractic is the largest natural primary health care profession in the world. It is also the third largest health care profession surpassed only by practitioners of medicine and dentistry.

Chiropractic recognizes that the human body has a natural capacity to be healthy. Chiropractic is a natural, preventive and non-invasive form of health care that aims to return the body to its optimal state of function, allowing the body to heal itself without the use of drugs or surgery.

To make a chiropractic appointment call:

0161 438 0676 between 9 - 5pm Monday to Friday.

or email chorltonchiro@yahoo.co.uk

Please ring Ambience Therapy Rooms 0161 282 6221 if you need to speak to Rachael urgently.

Chiropractic is offered by

Dr Rachael Talbot DC

Chiropractic treatment

All body functions depend on the electrical transmission the nerves to coordinate all organs and systems in our bodies. Since an individuals health is either directly or indirectly controlled by the nervous system, interference to the function of this system impairs normal function and lower resistance to disease.

A chiropractor is concerned with the relationship between the structure (primarily the spine) and the function (primarily coordinated by the nervous system) of the human body, and how this relationship affects the restoration and preservation of health. Chiropractic is based on the fact that the human body is a self-healing, self-regulating organism and the nervous system coordinates this process.

Many ailments can be traced back to problems with the spinal column, spinal cord and/or nerve roots. Chiropractic looks beyond symptoms and treats the root causes of problems.

Central to the Chiropractic treatment approach is the adjustment (sometimes called manipulation) of spinal joints and/or the pelvis. Adjustment of these joints aims to remove nerve interference and restore healthy functioning. All ages from new born babies, pregnant women to the aging population can be adjusted and the treatment is modified to the individual patient.

The majority of adults begin chiropractic care because of a pain complaint. Common problems that can respond well to chiropractic include low back and neck pain, pain between the shoulder blades, headaches/migraine, carpal tunnel syndrome/repetitive strain injuries, sports injuries or numbness or tingling in the hands/feet. Childhood complaints such as colic, ear infections, developmental problems, asthma and concentration problems can also respond well. Most people stay under chiropractic care because their symptoms decrease and they have an enhanced feeling of well being.

The initial consultation will include a combination of chiropractic, neurological and orthopaedic tests to assess if chiropractic care is appropriate. Sometimes an x-ray will also be taken. Chiropractors work closely with other healthcare professionals and if chiropractic is not appropriate or other interventions are thought necessary you will be referred to the relevant practitioner.

Chiropractic Talks

45 minutes of your time to find out how chiropractic can help enhance the health and well-being of you and your family. All new patients, existing patients, friends, family and colleagues welcome. Please book your place with Rachael if you are an existing client or ring 0161 438 0676 to reserve your space. Places are limited.