Central Chiropractic


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Where we are
708 Eyre Street Ballarat 3350 Ph. 03 5333 4639
Enquiries
admin@central chiropractic.com.au

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chiropractic?
How Does Chiropractic Work?
What Type of Education Do Chiropractors Get?
Is Chiropractic Safe?
Why Do Children Need Chiropractic Care?
Do I Need a Referral to Visit a Chiropractor?
I'm not sick. Should I see a Chiropractor?
Is Chiropractic Scientific?
How Long Will I Need Chiropractic?

General
	Q:	What is Chiropractic?
	A:	Chiropractic is based on the scientific fact that your body is a self-regulating, self-healing organism, controlled by the brain, spinal cord and nerves of the body. The vertebrae, which protect the brainstem and spinal cord can misaligned or subluxate, causing interference to nerve function and malfunction of the tissues and organs throughout the body through lowered communication & integration.
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	Q:	What Type of Education Do Chiropractors Get?
	A:	Today's Doctor of Chiropractic is well educated with an education curriculum similar to medical school. Special emphasis is placed on anatomy, neurology, biomechanics, nutrition, x-ray, physiology, diagnosis, and spinal adjusting. Education, at RMIT in Melbourne, Macquarie University in Sydney or Murdoch in Perth totals 5 years.
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	Q:	Is Chiropractic Safe?
	A:	In the words of the New Zealand government's inquiry, Chiropractic care is "...remarkably safe." It is safer than back surgery & muscle relaxers.It is even 250 times safer aspirin. All ages from babies to the elderly enjoy safe, effective care. There has been approximately 300 million visits by infants and children to chiropractors globally and never a case of serious injury. I do not believe any other health profession can claim such safety records.
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	Q:	Why Do Children Need Chiropractic Care?
	A:	A recent study by Nilsson in Denmark reports that children under Chiropractic care are healthier than other children, miss less school, are more attentive and have less need for drugs. Children with conditions such as earaches, colic, bed wetting, scoliosis, "growing pains", torticollis, and asthma respond wonderfully to Chiropractic Care. When presented with the question, "Would you prefer your child have subluxations and nerve interference, or, be subluxation free and have all the innate intelligence & potential that is within them fully expressing itself???" No parent has ever wanted their child to be subluxated, and I'm sure you do not either.
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	Q:	Do I Need a Referral to Visit a Chiropractor?
	A:	Absolutely not! A Doctor of Chiropractic is a primary contact practitioner requiring registration in all States & Territories of Australia, meaning you do not need a referral. If yours is not a Chiropractic case, a responsible Chiropractor will refer you to the appropriate health care provider.
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	Q:	I'm not sick. Should I see a Chiropractor?
	A:	Yes. Symptoms are a very poor way to judge health. In fact less than 10% of our nerves have any connection to "How You Feel". You'd agree that relying on 10% of our body's information is a lousy idea! Symptoms often surface after years of body malfunction. Symptoms are often the last thing to appear and the first to go.
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	Q:	How Does Chiropractic Work?
	A:	Chiropractic works by restoring function to the nerve system by correcting nerve interference (vertebral subluxation) allowing the innate wisdom of the body to communicate fully with every call of your body. This is vital for self-regulation and optimal healing.
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	Q:	Is Chiropractic Scientific?
	A:	Research from New Zealand, Australia, the United States, England, Denmark and Canada have validated Chiropractic. Recently, the "Manga Report" produced at the University of Ottawa has validated Chiropractic for its safety, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness for Chiropractic and low back pain. On-going research is now validating Chiropractic and headaches, asthma, whiplash, and pre-menstrual syndromes to name a few. At Central Chiropractic we prefer to explain Health & Wellness conceptually and through examples, but if someone wants to read research or be given 'scientific' explanations we can provide that too!! You will see under the "research" section of this website we have gone to great lengths to provide examples of research that demonstrates the vital connection between the spine, the nervous system & your health.
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	Q:	How Long Will I Need Chiropractic?
	A:	There are 3 types of care in Chiropractic: Initial care to remove symptoms; Corrective care to correct the cause of the underlying muscle weakness, soft tissue damage, and degenerative changes, and, Wellness Care: More important than brushing teeth, tuning up your car or regularly visiting a dentist, wellness care is vital for maintaining optimal health, saving money, and enjoying a healthy life-style. You have only one Brain & Spinal Cord and they're connected to every living cell in our body .. They tell your heart how often to beat, your lungs how often to breath, your stomach & all organs what levels of acids & hormones to secrete & what speed to fire muscles to ensure co-ordinated movement. The real question is, "How long do you want to stay Subluxation-Free and have a fully integrated and functioning Master System of your body? How long you decide to benefit from Chiropractic is always up to you.