What is Chiropractic?
Chiropractic is a health profession concerned with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system and the effects of these disorders on the function of the nervous system and general health.
By restoring normal function to the musculoskeletal system, chiropractors can play a major role in relieving disorders, and any accompanying pain or discomfort arising from accidents, stress, lack of exercise, poor posture, illness and everyday wear and tear that happens to us all.
This effective drug-free treatment is generally painless and can be used to relieve:
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Low back pain
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Neck pain
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Headaches
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Whiplash – type injuries
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Shoulder, elbow, hip, knee and ankle pain
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Repetitive strain injuries (RSI)
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Sports injuries i.e. muscular strains/sprains
Chiropractic in the UK
The Chiropractic profession in the UK has statutory regulation through the General Chiropractic Council (GCC); thus making it illegal to practice as a chiropractor without being registered with the GCC. (
www.gcc-uk.org)
The British Chiropractic Association (BCA) is the largest and longest-standing association for chiropractors in the United Kingdom, requiring education to international standards and the highest levels of training and conduct from its members. (www.chiropractic-uk.co.uk)
