Treatments

Manipulations/Mobilisations may be used to restore normal joint mobility either in the spine or peripheral joints. This can be graded quite gently or more vigorously depending on the nature of the condition and the individual themselves and be applied to reduce stiffness and relieve pain.

Soft Tissue Massage Deep massage helps relieve muscle tension as well as reducing scar tissue and relieving muscle spasm. Massage may also be used in preparing an area for further joint mobilisation techniques.

Rehabilitative Exercise Personalised exercise programs focus on re-education and restoration to weak or deficient muscles. Pilates classes are also offered on site, focusing on core stability, integral in maintaining a healthy spine.

Electrotherapy A variety of electrotherapy modalities are available including ultrasound, interferential, TENS and heat.

Conditions treated

• Back and neck problems such asslipped discs, sciatica, whiplash, trapped nerves etc

• Soft tissue injuries to ligaments or tendons: - tennis elbow, golfers elbow, frozen shoulder, ankle sprains, muscle tears etc

• Joint conditions: - pain, swelling or stiffness, including arthritis & dislocations etc

• Sport-related injuries to muscles ligaments, tendons & cartilage: - knee & ankle etc

• Heart & lung conditions: - chronic obstructive pulmonary disease & pneumonia

• Neurological conditions: - stroke & multiple sclerosis

• Fractures: - Restoration of function