McTimoney Chiropractic :

McTimoney Chiropractic is a safe, effective and relatively gentle form of chiropractic. The aim of the treatment is to correct and maintain alignment of the spine, enabling the nerve supply within the body to function efficiently. Correct alignment of the spinal vertebrae can reduce pain and restore a range of movement not only in the back but throughout the body.

There are many causes of spinal misalignment, most commonly accidents, poor posture, work habits, stress and childbirth.

Patients report relief from a wide range of symptoms from irritable bowel syndrome to eczema, but the following conditions frequently benefit from the McTimoney chiropractic:

• Low back pain
• Neck and shoulder pain
• Migraine and tension headaches
• Sciatica
• Joint pain
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Sporting injuries

A case history of general health will be taken at the first session before treatment commences. The alignment of bones and joints throughout the body will be assessed at each session and adjusted where necessary using a range of deft techniques employing speed rather than force to achieve results.

Both long-standing and acutely painful symptoms can be relieved by a course of treatment, which on average consists of between 4 and 6 sessions. Following the initial course of treatment, regular check-ups are strongly recommended to prevent reoccurrence and to maintain healthy nerve function.

A 1997 survey revealed that 89% of McTimoney chiropractic patients were either 'extremely' or 'very satisfied' with their treatment, and 85% reported that McTimoney chiropractic had been 'very beneficial' in the treatment of their painful condition.