What is Chiropractic ?
A system of complementary medicine based on the diagnosis and manipulative treatment of misalignments of the joints, especially those of the spinal column, which are believed to cause other disorders by affecting the nerves, muscles, and organs.
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When you come to see us for the first time, we will undertake a detailed assessment of your health. You will be asked for information about your current condition and also about your medical history and overall health.
Some of the questions you will be asked may not seem important, but they will help us to establish an overall picture of your health and determine whether chiropractic care is appropriate for your condition. If we feel that we are unable to help, or decide that some other treatment would be more beneficial for your condition; you will be referred to your GP or to another health care professional. |
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Physical Examination
After assessing your condition and overall health, we will carry out a physical examination (unless there is a specific reason not to). A gown will be available for you to wear as you may be asked to remove some of your clothes. We will perform a range of tests that may include assessment of your posture and range of movement. We may do things such as measure your blood pressure and examine your abdomen to help determine what is wrong. Further Tests Once the initial assessment and physical examination has been done, we may require you to have further investigations such as an X-ray (or another type of scan such as CT or MRI) or a blood test. If these are required, we will explain why they are necessary, and how and when they will be arranged. |
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Care Plan
After these assessments and tests, we will explain what is wrong and whether your condition can be helped by chiropractic treatment. If we think chiropractic treatment will help, we will give you a care plan, which will set out what you can expect when receiving chiropractic care, the costs of care and the treatment options that are available to you. You will also be told about exercises and lifestyle changes that can help you to manage your condition and assist with your recovery. You will be able to ask questions so that you fully understand what treatment is being proposed. If you are happy to proceed, you will be asked to give your written consent to treatment. We will keep all details about your health and treatment strictly confidential. Nobody will be allowed to see your records without your permission. |
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Techniques:
We offer a wide variety of Chiropractic technique options all specifically tailored to your requirements. We also offer advice on Exercise rehabilitation, diet and general health lifestyle choices. We also offer Cold Laser Therapy and Ultrasound as adjunctive therapies. McTimoney Many people ask for the McTimoney Chiropractic by name. This method developed by John McTimoney is a precise, holistic, whole body treatment that is gentle in nature therefore suitable for people of all ages. We are very happy to provide this treatment. You can learn more at the McTimoney website link below 
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Treatment
Chiropractors are trained in using manipulation to free stiff or restricted joints. This can also be referred to as ‘adjustments’ or ‘manual therapy’. Manipulation involves your chiropractor using their hands to apply quick, precise thrusts to the restricted joints. During manipulation there may be popping sounds (similar to the ‘crack’ heard when people flex their knuckles). This is quite harmless. It is just the sound of gas bubbles popping in the fluid of the joints as pressure is released. Treatment may also include massage, stretching, electrotherapy and the gradual moving of joints (‘mobilisation’). It could also include use medical acupuncture techniques or use of a hand-held instrument called an ‘activator’ to manipulate joints. Self-help advice and rehabilitative care form an important part of chiropractic treatment. You will be given advice on how to manage your condition and prevent it from recurring. This may involve the application of ice or heat to reduce pain and inflammation, and advice on activity, posture and exercises you can do at home. Chiropractic treatment often takes place over a number of weeks, particularly if you have had the problem for a long time. We will discuss your programme of care with you, which will usually involve a series of treatments being given at defined intervals. Throughout the course of your care, we will be able to answer any questions you might have about the management of your condition and your treatment.
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First Consultation£55 |
Follow up treatment£40 |
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During your first consultation we will examine you and determine the possible root causes of your discomfort. we will then jointly discuss and agree a routine of treatment and activities you will be required to do at home. An initial appointment is around 60 minutes
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We only want to see you when you either are in pain or are in need of follow up treatment. We do not schedule treatments if we feel that they are unnecessary. A follow up treatment can last up to thirty minutes and begins with a review of your general wellbeing and health.
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YOUR EXPERIENCE IS OUR GUARANTEE
We only book treatments where we feel we can help a patient. We never schedule treatment to fill our order books and schedules.
Paul Miller from Back In Touch Limited based out of our Dorchester and Glastonbury Clinics has been registered with the General Chiropractic Council since 2001. Registration Number 00822.
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"Once I would get out of bed groaning in pain. Now after treatment with Paul I once again have a spring in my step"
Chris from Somerset |
"I thought that part of getting older was constant pain in my spine. After a session with Paul that pain is a distant memory"
Lyndsey from Somerset |
