What is Chiropractic

According to the World Federation of Chiropractic, 2001, Chiropractic is a health profession concerned with the diagnosis, management, and prevention of mechanical disorders of the neuro-musculoskeletal system and the effects of these disorders on the function of the nervous system and general health.   

Chiropractic care focuses on the correlation between the structure of the spine and its function that is controlled by the nervous system, and how it affects your overall health. Chiropractors also focus on muscle function, extremity joints, and holistic well-being to in combination to provide the best possible outcome of care.

Chiropractors use gentle techniques, like manual adjustments or specialised tools, to treat spinal and joint problems and pain in patients.  They also offer various treatments to complement such as soft tissue massage, mobilisations, and rehabilitation exercises to manage injury and pain. 

The corrective measures that Chiropractors apply, help patients regain joint function, and enhance muscular balance, and proprioception, thereby promoting improved nervous system function and contributing to holistic well-being.   

Chiropractors need to attain nationally accredited education and training for a minimum of 5 years. Also, they are licensed by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and governed by the Chiropractic Board of Australia (CBA)