Question 1

Is it safe to go to the chiropractor?

Accepted Answer

Chiropractic  is considered to be a safe, drug-free therapy: studies have shown  that spinal manipulation is safer than taking your regular  over-the-counter painkillers (paracetamol and non-steroidal  anti-inflammatory drugs).*
 National Treatment Clinical Practice guidelines in Denmark, the USA, and  the UK now endorse spinal manipulation and other non-pharmacological  care (massage and exercise) as the first treatment option for low back  pain.*

*Foster,  N. E., Anema, J. R., Cherkin, D., Chou, R., Cohen, S. P., Gross, D. P.,  Ferreira, P. H., Fritz, J. M., Koes, B. W., Peul, W., Turner, J. A.,  Maher, C. G., Buchbinder, R., Hartvigsen, J., Cherkin, D., Foster, N.  E., Maher, C. G., Underwood, M., van Tulder, M., … Woolf, A. (2018).  Prevention and treatment of low back pain: evidence, challenges, and  promising directions. The Lancet, 391(10137), 2368–2383. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0140-6736(18)30489-6

Question 2

Who can benefit from chiropractic care?

Accepted Answer

Anyone  with a spine! Getting your spine/nervous system checked is a great way  to clear your body of accumulated stress. Maintaining proper spinal  “hygiene” is an amazing part of overall preventive health.
We are always more than happy to answer your questions and discuss your  health goals, if you’re wondering if chiropractic is for you please  don't hesitate to reach out on 021 143 1106  or by e-mail at info@bloomchiropractic.co.nz

Question 3

What is an adjustment? Does it hurt? Does it "crack"?

Accepted Answer

A  chiropractic adjustment is the use of a specific force in a precise  direction that helps bring back normal spinal function and takes  pressure off the nerve root. The chiropractic adjustment helps the spinal bone to regain normal motion, restoring the body's brain-body  connection and natural healing potential.

Everybody  reacts differently to adjustments, but very few people find them  painful. You can be sore after your very first adjustment, the same way you would feel sore after you start working out.

At  Bloom Chiropractic we use a wide range of techniques in order to adapt to the preferences and needs of each individual. We, therefore, use techniques with and without “cracks”. The most important thing is that you do not hesitate to share your thoughts and questions during your visit.

Question 4

Do I need an adjustment if I'm not in pain?

Accepted Answer

Most people associate chiropractic care with low back pain or sports injuries, but chiropractic helps with so much more! 
Our focus is on the spine because it protects the nervous system, which carries vital communication between your brain and body.
 Chiropractic care is a safe and natural approach to better health. Since  the nervous system affects our overall function, anyone that is  symptom-free can still benefit from chiropractic care in order to  achieve their wellness goals.

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Question 5

How often will I need to be adjusted?

Accepted Answer

Everyone's  body is unique and responds in different ways. Your chiropractor will  give you a personalised care plan and recommendations based on your  consult, past health history, present health, and current exam findings.

Question 6

Can an adjustment help turn my breech or malpositioned baby?

Accepted Answer

A  chiropractic adjustment using the Webster Technique is not a  breech-turning technique. It is a technique that helps to relax the  uterine muscles and ligaments in order to create more room in-utero.  With more room in the uterus, the baby has a better chance of moving  into a more optimal foetal position.

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Question 7

Can children benefit from chiropractic care?

Accepted Answer

Yes!  Kids are very physically active and constantly need to adapt to their  growing bodies. Chiropractic is adapted to the individual child, and  adjustments are always very gentle.

Question 8

Why would a baby get adjusted?

Accepted Answer

The  birth process is a beautiful thing, however, the journey from the womb  to mum’s arms can often be quite stressful and arduous for baby.
 An infant with colic, arching back, difficulty latching/getting  comfortable, or erratic sleeping habits can possibly be displaying signs  of accumulated stress in the spine. Chiropractic adjustments for  infants and babies are extremely gentle and specific.

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