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might I go to a chiropractor? |
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though the first thing that may spring to mind is that "chiropractors
treat backs", which they certainly do very successfully,
today's chiropractors also care for other musculoskeletal disorders
as well as a number of other conditions: |
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primarily addresses: |
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Spine, neck and shoulder problems |
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Joint, posture and muscle problems |
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Sciatica |
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Sports injuries |
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Tension headaches |
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may also be seen for some types of: |
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Asthma
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Digestive disorders |
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Migraines |
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Infant Colic |
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Menstrual Cramps & Pains |
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| Do
chiropractic adjustments hurt? |
Chiropractic
care is usually painless unless an area is inflamed, in which
case the adjustment will be modified. Don't worry if you hear
a clicking or popping noise when your spine is being adjusted
- this is perfectly normal.
It is also normal to experiences some reaction to an adjustment
, including temporary increase in discomfort, stiffness or tiredness
for a day or so. On the other hand you may feel more energetic
and may immediately feel relief and ease of movement.
Each individual responds differently depending on the severity
of their subluxation, age, health status and background. |
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| Do
I need to contact my GP? |
| Only
if you wish to. With your permission, your chiropractor may
send a report to your GP with details of your condition and
the care you are receiving. It is in your best interest for
your GP to be kept up to date on your health. |
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| Do
GP's recommend chiropractic? |
| Many
GPs refer their patients to chiropractors. The National Acute
Back Pain Guideline published by the Royal College of General
Practitioners recommends manipulation in the first six weeks
as an option for back problems that are preventing normal activity. |
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| Do
I have to pay for my treatment? |
| Unfortunately
the NHS does not usually fund chiropractic care , so you will
have to pay for treatment yourself. However, if you have private
health insurance check that it covers care provided by you particular
chiropractor. If so, you may be bale to be reimbursed for all
or part of this cost. |
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| Can
anyone be a chiropractor? |
| No.
It is illegal for anyone in the UK to use the title 'chiropractor'
or to imply that they are a chiropractor unless they have applied
for registration with the General Chiropractic Council (GCC).
The GCC is a statutory body that regulates chiropractic in the
UK. |
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GCC is required by law to: |
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Undertake checks on those who apply for registration to ensure
that the applicant has a chiropractic qualification , is of
good character and is physically and mentally fit. |
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Set and monitor standards of chiropractic training |
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Set standards of practice and conduct |
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Deal with any complaints about the conduct and practice of chiropractors. |
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N.B.
This information has been adapted from a leaflet by the General
Chiropractic Council.
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