Sanctuary Chiropractic
A collaborative collective of therapists delivering Chiropractic, Sport Massage, Reflexology, Feldenkrais and Counselling
What is Chiropractic?
The term ‘Chiropractic’ means adjustments of the bones made by the hands alone.
Chiropractic is concerned with musculoskeletal problems caused by:
- accident
- stress
- lack of exercise
- poor posture
- illness
- everyday wear and tear.
The adjustments aim to relieve pain, increase mobility, restore function and movement.
What is McTimoney Chiropractic?
John McTimoney developed the McTimoney method over 50 years ago and is taught at the McTimoney College of Chiropractic in Oxfordshire, Manchester, Madrid, and Hong Kong. The McTimoney method of chiropractic is holistic and concerned with the wellbeing of the whole body, this helps to realign and rebalance your body. For optimal health the whole musculoskeletal system needs to work in harmony. The adjustments aim to improve musculoskeletal alignment. They are quick, gentle and accurate and suitable for all ages from children pregnant women and the elderly.
What would I go to a McTimoney Chiropractor for?
- Ankle Sprain (short term management)
- Cramp
- Elbow Pain and Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis) arising from associated Musculoskeletal conditions of the Back and Neck, but not isolated occurrences.
- Headache arising from the Neck (Cervicogenic)
- Inability to relax Joint Pains (including Hip and Knee pain from Osteoarthritis as an adjunct to core Osteoarthritis treatments and exercise)
- General, Acute and Chronic Backache, Back Pain (not arising from injury or accident)
- Generalised aches and pains Lumbago
- Mechanical Neck Pain (as opposed to neck pain following injury ie, Whiplash)
- Migraine prevention Minor Sports injuries and tensions Muscle Spasms
- Plantar Fasciitis (Short term management)
- Rotator Cuff injuries, disease or disorders
- Sciatica
- Shoulder complaints (Dysfunction, disorders and pain) and soft tissue disorders of the Shoulder
Chiropractic and Pregnancy
During pregnancy the body goes through immense change. These changes can cause imbalances in the muscles and ligaments of the body, causing postural changes and increased weight through the joints, which can then interfere with your nervous system. During pregnancy many women seek help from for:
Low Back Pain
Neck Pain
Pelvic Pain
Pubic Symphysis Pain
Chest Pain
Leg Pain
Alison has taken additional chiropractic training to be able to treat women in pregnancy. Specialised techniques are used which are gentle and precise to address the stresses of pregnancy. Pregnancy pillows are available during treatment.
Chiropractic and Paediatrics
Having three children of her own Alison is passionate about treating babies and children. Addressing any nervous system dysfunction early on can aid a child reach their full potential. Alison has taken additional training and learned specialised techniques to be able to treat babies and children which are gentle and safe.
