Techniques
Our treatment consists of chiropractic adjustments together with ancillary procedures such as specific soft tissue muscle releases ( including ART ) , stretching and strengthening programs and the referral to other allied practitioners such as podiatrists, psychologists or massage therapists.
Two main adjusting techniques are used at Hornsby Chiropractic Centre :
- Manual diversified adjustments where the adjustments are delivered by hand - The pressure or tension used for an adjustment also depends on the patient so that we can safely use this technique on all ages
- The use of the activator instrument to deliver the adjustment
The type of adjustment used will vary depending upon your condition – your chiropractor will discuss this with you to make sure you understand and are happy with your treatment plan.
At Hornsby Chiropractic Centre we place an emphasis on empowering the patient with active care i.e. helping you look after your back the best possible way.
No matter what causes back pain, an important part of its resolution is improvement of posture and learning to use the body correctly. Good posture allows the use of the body without added strain on muscles, joints, ligaments and internal organs. A healthy posture must be considered in all activities: sitting, standing, resting, working, playing and during exercise.
It is not simply a matter of “standing tall”. This guide is designed to help you correct the positions and movements, which may aggravate your back problem. Particular emphasis is placed on resting postures, because even in these positions it is possible to strain the neck and back. By learning to live with good posture in all your activities, your back will gradually return to a comfortable, functional part of you.
