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Bristol Chiropractic Clinic
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Description
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 There is an emphasis on manual treatments including spinal adjustment and other joint and softtissue manipulation
WFC Dictionary Definition
World Federation of Chiropractic 2001
A health care profession concerned with the diagnosis treatment and prevention of disorders of the neuromusculoskeletal system and the effects of these disorders on general health There is an emphasis on manual techniques including joint adjustment andor manipulation
The WHO definition
World Health Organization Guidelines on Chiropractic 2005
The word Chiropractic is derived from Greek meaning move by hand It is a conservative therapy that is concerned with restoring optimal function to joints and muscles in the body
Chiropractic is a primary healthcare profession that specialises in 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 There is an emphasis on manual treatments including spinal manipulation or adjustment
Chiropractic care does not treat symptoms with drugs but treats the cause of your pain by helping to correct any restricted or altered joint movement to restore spinal balance remove nerve irritation and return the body to healthy healing Musculoskeletal problems can be caused by accidents stress lack of exercise poor posture illness and wear and tear
Are you looking for a chiropractor in Bristol Your friendly Bristol chiropractor can effectively treat musculoskeletal conditions with chiropractic and osteopathic based techniques massage acupuncture dryneedling and advice on rehabilitative exercises nutrition and lifestyle changes that support the healing process and help prevent future injuries
Conditions that are helped by chiropractic care include
Back hip and leg pain
Neck shoulder and arm pain
Headaches and migraines
Sports injuries
Joint muscle and nerve pain
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