Avril Sanders Royle Mctimoney Chiropractic

Chiropractic treatment is simply a method of adjusting the bones of your body to improve skeletal alignment. In doing so, it help your nervous system work

What is Chiropractic and how does it work?
Joint problems and pain can occur for many reasons, including:
• Incorrect lifting
• Car or sporting accidents
• Falls
• Stress
• Poor Posture

Chiropractic treatment is simply a method of adjusting the bones of your body to improve skeletal alignment. In doing so, it help your nervous system work more efficiently, relieves pain and discomfort, and increase mobility.

How is the McTimoney method different?
Developed by John McTimoney over 30 years ago, the McTimoney method is recognised as being a gentle, precise, whole body approach to chiropractic care. McTimoney chiropractors strive for optimal health by treating the entire person and not just the area that pains you. It is taught only at the McTimoney College of Chiropractic in Abingdon, near Oxford, UK.

Can the McTimoney method help me?
The gentle nature of the McTimoney method makes it suitable for people of all ages. It’s proven to be effective in treating the following conditions:
• Back, neck and shoulder pain
• Pain, discomfort and stiffness in joints
• Migraine
• Muscular aches
• Sports injuries
• Arthritic pain

What can I expect from my first session?
Your McTimoney chiropractor will first assess your general health, previous conditions, and existing symptoms.

He or she will then conduct a physical examination to locate the problem, during which time your chiropractor will make adjustments, using the light, dextrous techniques associated with the McTimoney technique.

If at any point your chiropractor discovers or suspects a condition that requires medical intervention, they will refer you to your GP for further tests.

Normally your first visit can last anything between 30 minutes and an hour. During this time, the chiropractor will:
• Take a full case history, assessing your general health, previous conditions, and existing symptoms
• Ask your permission to conduct a thorough physical examination (this will include neurological and orthopaedic tests, if necessary)
• Take or refer you for x-rays if they are needed.
• Make adjustments using the light, dextrous techniques associated with the McTimoney technique

In some instances, your chiropractor may need to ask you to remove some clothing. Privacy and a gown are always provided but do tell your chiropractor if you feel uncomfortable about undressing.

A chiropractor’s first concern is to find out what is wrong. They will also check for signs of any serious conditions for which you would need specialist advice.