McTimoney Chiropractic Care

What is it?

Chiropractors are concerned with the framework of bones and muscles that support the body and the problems associated with it caused by accident, stress, lack of exercise, poor posture, illness and every day wear and tear.

Chiropractic is primary health care involving the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system and how the nervous system and general health may be affected. Assessment of the neuro-musculoskeletal system can reveal imbalances and dysfunction and identify restrictions.

McTimoney chiropractic is a gentle, precise and whole body approach involving spinal and joint adjustments, mobilisations, soft tissue treatment - along with advice on self help, lifestyle, exercise and diet so you can take part in improving your situation between treatments with your chiropractor. The gentle nature of McTimoney chiropractic makes it suitable from babyhood to later life and where pain sensitivity can be an issue.

Chiropractic care can be used regularly to help maintain good posture, promote health, improve performance and daily living abilities. Some people will look for chiropractic help to deal with a specific short term issue or pain - many people will approach chiropractic care as a maintenance and prevention programme a few times a year to maintain optimum alignment and function of the neuro-musculo-skeletal system

Introduction to McTimoney Chiropractic

Who is it suitable for?

McTimoney Chiropractic does not use drugs or surgery and is gentle & non invasive making it suitable for people throughout their lifetime - from new borns to the very elderly. It aligns well with various health conditions, spectrum disorders, heightened pain sensitivities due to its gentle nature and your chiropractor will advise if it is appropriate for you in your particular circumstances.

Where can it help?

McTimoney Chiropractic can assist with a range of Musculo-skeletal issues and those of the nervous system.

Chiropractic care can be used regularly to help maintain good posture, promote health, improve performance and daily living abilities. Although usually recognised as dealing with back and neck pain - other generalised aches & pains, shoulder, foot, ankle, elbow complaints inability to relax, migraines, headaches have been reported as benefitting from a package of chiropractic care. Some people will look for chiropractic help to deal with a specific short term issue or pain, many people will approach chiropractic care as a maintenance and prevention programme a few times a year to maintain optimum alignment and function of the neuromusculoskeletal system.

Provided By:

Christine Hagon

What to expect

  • You should wear comfortable and loose clothing, (we can provide a gown to wear if you need to undress for your treatment on the day).

    The initial consultation will begin with your chiropractor taking a medical history covering your general health, along with present and previous conditions that you wish to improve. They will carry out a physical assessment, including health screening, to check for signs of any conditions that need to be referred for specialist advice.

    They will evaluate and discuss their findings with you and agree the chiropractic care that would achieve the best outcome for you.

    An initial treatment may be carried out to start the address the main areas of concern.

    Follow up treatments may then be required to provide best care for further improvement which you and your chiropractor can discuss and agree together.

  • Some people may feel better straight away, some find they are stiff or tired after a treatment, particularly after the initial session. This is a natural part of the body’s healing process and generally should last no longer than 48 hours, these effects are signs that the body is responding well to treatment and accompanies the benefits of chiropractic care that you will notice as your body realigns.

    Your Chiropractor will discuss the anticipated number of sessions with you prior to treatment, this will be reviewed as your condition improves and you will decide with your chiropractor any onward care you would like to receive. They may recommend a course of treatments, varying on how long you have had the symptom, your lifestyle and the severity of the problem. Many people use McTimoney Chiropractic preventatively to ensure their body maintains optimum alignment. Clients usually choose the frequency of sessions according to their individual needs and in discussion with their Chiropractor.