Chiropractors

About the heading Chiropractors in Yellow Pages®

A chiropractor is a medical professional who specialises in the treatment of the musculoskeletal system. Chiropractors are trained health professionals who use a variety of non-surgical treatments, such as spinal manipulation and mobilisation, to treat patients with lower back pain, neck pain, repetitive strains, headaches, sports injuries, car accident injuries, arthritic pain etc. While primarily focusing on treating neuromusculoskeletal disorders, chiropractors are not exclusively limited to problems with the nervous system and musculoskeletal system.

Chiropractors can specialise in particular areas of care including children, sports care or injury management. Some chiropractors may specialise in different techniques including the Pierce-Stillwagon method, Thompson terminal point technique, Gonstead technique or Activator Adjusting Instrument. Each technique uses a different form of manipulation to realign the spine and most techniques cause little discomfort and are non evasive. Services provided by chiropractors may include stretching classes, spinal alignment, posture correction and spinal adjustments.

The Chiropractors’ Association of Australia Limited (CAA) is the peak body representing chiropractors in Australia. This organisation provides support for qualified and student chiropractors. To become a registered chiropractor in Australia you are required to complete and pass an accredited five-year chiropractic program conducted at a university within Australia, or have completed an accredited program overseas that satisfies the requirements set by the Australian Chiropractic Regulating Authority. If you are looking for information on chiropractors look under this heading in Yellow Pages®.