Chiropractic
Chiropractic is a hands-on, drug-free approach to managing neuromusculoskeletal conditions. It offers a natural, safe, and effective approach to better health, based on the scientific fact that the body is self-regulating and self-healing.
This holistic philosophy considers that each person possesses the innate wisdom they need for healing, well-being, and living their full potential. At Sage Chiropractic, we restore optimal movement in the spine, maintain a healthy functioning nervous system, and enhance the body’s natural ability to heal itself.
At Sage Chiropractic, our chiropractic work is constantly evolving, incorporating the latest techniques and modalities to provide the best bone adjustment treatment for our patients.
Neuro Emotional Technique
Neuro Emotional Technique (NET) helps to identify and overcome unresolved stress patterns that may be stored in the body, presenting as chronic pain in different parts of the body.
Paediatric Chiropractic
Birth trauma makes infants more susceptible to misalignments and spinal issues that can affect their overall well-being and development. As children grow rapidly, their muscles, bones, and nerves are constantly developing and adapting.
Paediatric chiropractic care plays a crucial role in ensuring your child’s body functions at its best by promoting proper development and addressing potential misalignments as early as from infancy. From the moment that they are born, infants may already be susceptible to trauma to the spine, skull (cranial), and nervous system.
Hence, it is of utmost importance for parents to be aware of any peculiarities in their movements including sleeping, eating, crawling, and other movement habits, and have them checked and corrected at a young age to ensure optimal function of their brain and nervous system.
Applied Kinesiology (AK)
Applied Kinesiology (AK) is a unique health care system that recognizes appropriate body mechanics, biochemistry and emotional health as being fundamental to optimal health.
Applied Kinesiology practitioners use functional manual muscle testing (FMMT) to assess your nervous system function and find the root cause of your health concerns. Treatment and management incorporates the application of structural correction, nutrition, cranio-sacral therapy, meridian therapy, and visceral (organ) therapy.
Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT)
Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT) is a comprehensive, gentle and innovative technique of chiropractic. It is so named because of the relationship between the Sacrum (base of the spine) and the Occiput (base of the skull).
It focuses on the importance of keeping a good relationship between the occiput and the sacrum, to ensure a good flow of Cerebro-Spinal Fluid (CSF) throughout the nervous system. CSF acts as the circulatory system of the brain and spinal cord, functioning to provide nutrients and removing waste products from the nervous system.
Besides that, the stability of the pelvis is also an important component as it forms the foundational support of the human skeleton. The nervous system controls our body, and can only function normally when our structures are balanced and our pelvis is stable.
Dry Needling
Dry needling targets tight muscles and knots to help relieve chronic muscular tension. It is also beneficial to reduce swelling. It functions by improving blood flow to the area of injury to speed up the recovery process.
Kinesiology tape
Kinesiology tape can be beneficial to reduce swelling and inflammation, improves muscle flexibility, and reduces nerve pressure hence reducing pain.
It is also often used by athletes to improve performance.
FAQs on Chiropractic
Do you provide a combination of Chiropractic and Alexander Technique plans?
At Sage Chiropractic, we personalize treatment plans to suit your specific condition. This may include a tailored combination of chiropractic care and Alexander Technique practices to address your unique needs comprehensively.
What is the difference between Chiropractic and Physiotherapy?
While both chiropractic and physiotherapy aim to improve physical health, they differ in focus:
- Chiropractic: Specializes in bone adjustment treatments, focusing on spinal alignment to maintain a healthy nervous system and improve overall body function.
- Physiotherapy: Focuses on restoring movement and function through exercises, rehabilitation techniques, and physical therapy.
How can chiropractic benefit our health?
Chiropractic helps to restore optimal movement in the spine, maintain a healthy functioning nervous system, and thereby restore this innate ability of the body. As your nervous system is responsible for the functioning of muscles, organs, and sensations, maintaining a healthy nervous system free from interference is of utmost importance for maintaining a healthy body.
How long does it take to recover from pain?
Recovery time varies depending on factors such as the severity of your condition, how long you’ve experienced the issue and your body’s natural healing capacity.
Typically, noticeable improvements require 4 to 5 visits to begin creating changes in the body. Think of your first adjustment as similar to your first workout at the gym—it may take a few sessions for your body to adapt and fully accept the changes.
Talk to our chiropractor for a thorough diagnosis and personalized bone adjustment treatment chiropractic plan.
How often should I see a chiropractor?
In the initial recovery phase, the majority will need weekly sessions or, in some cases, 2x per week. Once your body has adapted, a schedule of 1x per month is recommended to maintain healthy spinal alignment and overall health.
Analogy: Think of chiropractic care as servicing your car. Regular maintenance ensures your spine and nervous system function at their best, helping you avoid larger issues down the road.