Who Are Chiropractors?
Chiropractors are highly trained professionals who specialise in analysing, detecting, and adjusting vertebral subluxation, which is a change in function of the spine that affects the nervous system. They apply gentle adjustments to restore spinal function and mobility, allowing the body to communicate effectively and promote better health and quality of life.
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Can A Child See a Chiropractor?
Yes, children can see a chiropractor for better health and improved quality of life. Chiropractic is not limited to treating pain or dysfunction but aims to analyse and detect vertebral subluxation, remove interference to the brain-body connection, and allow the nervous system to coordinate bodily functions, leading to better overall health and development.
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Can You Treat Pregnant Women?
Yes, pregnant women can receive chiropractic care, which has been shown to improve pregnancy outcomes and alleviate back pain and other challenges associated with pregnancy. Chiropractic analysis and treatment are recommended to determine if there are specific considerations that can address their needs and provide relief.
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What’s the Difference Between Chiro, Osteo, Physio and Massage?
Chiropractic, osteopathy, physiotherapy, and massage therapy are distinct approaches to healthcare. Chiropractors focus on the nervous system and spinal adjustments to optimise overall health, while osteopaths emphasise circulation and may use similar techniques. Physiotherapists primarily work on rehabilitating musculoskeletal injuries, while massage therapists focus on releasing muscle tension.
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Do I Need a Referral to Visit a Chiropractor?
No, you do not need a referral from a GP to visit a chiropractor. However, if you want to receive subsidised consultations under the Medicare system, you would need a referral from a GP using the EPC (Enhanced Primary Care) system.
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Does Chiropractic Hurt?
Chiropractic can hurt if there is damaged or bruised tissue that needs to be touched, but chiropractic itself does not cause pain. The approach taken by chiropractors aims to minimise any discomfort or pain and maximise overall health, especially if there is no existing pain or discomfort.
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How Long Does an Initial Consultation Take?
An initial consultation typically lasts between 20 to 30 minutes, during which a thorough history is taken to understand the patient’s condition and background, followed by an examination that includes orthopedic and neurological tests. The goal of the consultation is to identify the underlying causes of the patient’s symptoms and provide a permanent and lasting solution for better health.
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How Many Chiropractic Visits Will I Need?
The number of chiropractic visits you will need depends on various factors such as the severity and duration of your condition, your overall health, lifestyle, and treatment goals. It could range from a shorter duration for symptom-based care focused on immediate relief to a longer duration for wellness-based care aimed at addressing underlying causes and promoting lasting healing and transformation.
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How Does Chiropractic Work?
Chiropractic works by optimizing the function of the nervous system, which controls all aspects of the body. Contrary to popular belief, it is not about putting bones back in place. The brain communicates with the body through the spinal cord and nerves. Damage or misalignment in the spine, called subluxation, can disrupt this communication and affect health and function. Chiropractic adjustments aim to restore spinal function, allowing the nervous system to coordinate the body’s activities effectively. This promotes healing, reduces pain, and improves overall well-being, enabling individuals to live a healthier and more fulfilling life.
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What is Chiropractic Philosophy—and how is this Different to other Professions?
Chiropractic philosophy is based on the belief that there is a universal intelligence in all matter, including the body, which allows for self-healing, self-regulation, and self-organisation. This philosophy distinguishes chiropractic from other professions by emphasising the removal of interference to the spine and nervous system to enhance overall health and quality of life, rather than solely focusing on symptom relief. Chiropractic aims to unlock the body’s potential and improve the way individuals experience and engage with the world.
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What Do Chiropractors Do? What is Chiropractic Care?
Chiropractors provide care focused on improving people’s health and quality of life by analysing, detecting, and adjusting vertebral subluxation to remove interference to the spine and nervous system, allowing the expression of healing and health potential. Chiropractic care aims to optimise the coordination and governance of bodily functions, leading to not only pain reduction and improved mobility but also enhanced overall health and quality of life.
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What Are the Costs?
Chiropractic consultation fees vary depending on the type of consultation, with initial and x-ray/reporting consultations having higher fees due to their longer duration, while adjustment consultations have lower fees. Each chiropractor may have different fees, and insurance coverage for chiropractic varies depending on the policy, with most insurance companies covering it, typically ranging from $400 to $1800 per year. Chiropractic is also covered by workers compensation, workplace insurances, and DVA for veterans with gold or white cards.
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What Can I Expect at My Appointment?
At your chiropractic appointment, you can expect a personalized approach based on your individual needs. The chiropractor will listen to you, analyse your spine, and apply gentle force and pressure to adjust it, aiming to optimise your nervous system and trigger your healing response.
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What Conditions Can Chiropractic Treat?
Chiropractic care can effectively treat various health challenges, including back pain, neck pain, headaches, migraines, arthritic conditions, mental health issues, sports injuries, and it also promotes overall health and well-being for individuals and families by improving the nervous system’s function and allowing the body to express its health and potential at its highest level.
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What Is That Popping Noise?
The popping noise heard during a chiropractic adjustment or when popping knuckles is a natural process called cavitation, where gas rushes into the space created between surfaces. It is a beneficial and natural release of tension within joints, promoting healing and having a neurological impact on the brain and nerve function.
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What To Wear to My Chiropractic Appointment?
Wearing comfortable clothing that allows natural movement and flexibility is recommended for a chiropractic appointment, as it enables the chiropractor to adjust your body easily and move it through its full range of motion for the healing process. It is not essential to consider what you wear, as the chiropractor can work with you regardless, but comfortable attire will make the appointment more comfortable for both you and the chiropractor.
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Where Does Chiropractic Fit in the Healthcare System?
Chiropractic fits into the healthcare system by addressing the area of “Things aren’t wrong; they’re just not right, and we want to make them more right to experience better health.” It helps individuals feel better, function better, improve structural and performance elements, and express health and life at a higher level, offering benefits for a wide range of symptoms and allowing the body to function at high levels of performance.
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