Do I have a slipped disc?

A disc can't slip because of the way it attaches to the spinal bones above and below it. However, a disc can bulge, tear, herniate, thin, dry out or collapse, irritating nearby nerve tissue.

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Do I have a pinched nerve?

It's more likely that a spinal bone is stretching, rubbing or chaffing a nerve. This can distort the nerve messages between the brain and the body, producing unhealthy changes to affected organs and tissues.

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How long until I feel better?

Some patients experience almost instant relief. Others discover it can take weeks or months. Many factors affect the healing process. Within a week or so, most patients see enough progress to encourage them to complete our recommendations.

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How long will I need Chiropractic care?

Some patients rely on chiropractic to help manage episodes of spinal problems. Others include chiropractic as part of a plan of ongoing wellness care. How long you benefit from care is up to you.

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I have been recommended to use ice/heat - how do I do this?

The ice pack should be wrapped in a thin towel and applied for a maximum 20 minutes. Heat should also not be applied directly to the skin and a maximum of 30 minutes. You will be advised by your chiropractor the position and duration.

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What is Dry Needling?

Dry needling is a technique that uses acupuncture needles to treat tense muscles (myofascial trigger points). Trigger points can cause tension, referred pain and abnormal movement in the body. They can be present in either recent or long term pain.

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What if my pain is not related to the Joints?

If the problem does not appear to be mechanical you will be advised as such and referred back to your GP with a letter advising further investigation.