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What will happen when you visit Essential chiropractic Clinic
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The majority of a chiropractor's time is spent in individual
consultations with patients. These consultations will involve
diagnosis and treatment.
On your first visit:
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A detailed medical history will be taken, including
information on previous injuries, surgery, general health
and lifestyle.
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A physical examination will be performed, focusing on
the area(s) of discomfort and posture, and noting ranges
of movement.
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X-rays will be taken and interpreted, when deemed necessary.
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We always check blood pressure on first visits.
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Neurological examination and other medical tests will
be carried out.
The first visits normally take about an hour. Subsequent
treatment visits normally take about 15-20 minutes, though
occassionally longer may be required.
All consultations are private and fully confidential.
Chiropractors treat conditions using a range of techniques.
We establish an appropriate treatment or management plan for
each individual patient. These may include:
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Performing adjustments of the joints of the spine and
extremities using hands or specialist equipment.
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Performing soft tissue therapies, including dry needling
and trigger point therapy.
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Educating and advising patients on rehabilitation exercises
to aid long-term recovery, and techniques to ensure health
is maintained.
Other tasks Chiropractors undertake:
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Liaising with other healthcare practitioners, referring
patients requiring other, specific, medical attention.
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Undertaking of continued professional development (CPD)
through case review, training, attending conferences and
reading professional journals.
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