Chiropractic Care - Alternative Treatment for Musculoskeletal Disorders

Chiropractic care is a form of alternative medicine that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders, particularly the spine.

Chiropractic Care FAQ

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What is chiropractic care & how does it work?

Chiropractic care is a form of complementary medicine based on the idea that your body can heal itself with the help of specific hands-on manipulations from a trained professional. These manipulations help realign your joints and can potentially lead to pain relief. Chiropractic treatment may help relieve pain from conditions affecting your:

What does a chiropractor do?

Chiropractic treatment involves safe, often gentle, specific spinal manipulation to free joints in the spine or other areas of the body that are not moving properly. Apart from manipulation, chiropractors may use a variety of techniques including ice, heat, ultrasound, exercise and acupuncture as well as advice about posture and lifestyle.

Why should you visit a chiropractor?

Visiting a chiropractor may improve neck and back pain and posture, among other benefits. It may also help people with some underlying conditions, including chronic back pain and tension headaches. At least 70 million adults in the United States deal with some type of chronic pain.

Can a chiropractor help with my health problems?

There's little evidence that it can help with more serious conditions or problems not affecting the muscles or joints, such as asthma , allergies and mental health problems. Chiropractic is not widely available on the NHS, but it may be offered in exceptional circumstances in some areas.

What is a chiropractor & how does it work?

Chiropractic is a treatment where a practitioner called a chiropractor uses their hands to help relieve problems with the bones, muscles and joints. It's considered a type of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), which means it's not a conventional medical treatment. Chiropractic can mainly help with pain in muscles and joints, such as:

How do I find a chiropractor?

If you decide to contact a chiropractor yourself, make sure they're registered with the General Chiropractic Council (GCC). By law, all chiropractors must be registered with the GCC. Check the GCC register to see if a practitioner is registered and find chiropractors in your area.

Can a chiropractor be a GP?

Most chiropractors work in the private sector either alone, or in group practices. In some areas, chiropractic may be available on the NHS and a GP may be able to refer you, but this is rare. All chiropractors in the UK must be registered with the General Chiropractic Council (GCC).

Is chiropractic a regulated profession in the UK?

Chiropractic within the UK is a statutorily-regulated profession and should not be regarded as a treatment, intervention or mono-therapy. Chiropractors provide a wide range of treatments/interventions including, but not limited to, manual therapy, exercise rehabilitation and self-care advice, and utilise psychologically-informed programmes of care.