Conditions We See

Conditions

Chronic Pain

For those which have persisted for longer than 3 months, it is harder to pinpoint the exact cause of pain. A condition can build up for a long period of time, in many cases longer than thought. This build up of pain can come from repetitive physical and emotional stress. This stress can be caused by

• Poor posture
• Long periods of standing or sitting
• Physical workload

Pain is a sign that your body can not handle the stress anymore.

At Total Health Chiropractic we use a range of neurological and orthopaedic tests to obtain a proper diagnosis for chronic pain. This is pivotal in managing your symptoms.

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Back Pain

Back pain is the leading cause of workplace disability in Australia. Lower back pain is a common ailment presented at our practices. Patients experience one of two types of low back pain: acute and chronic.

Acute back pain can be caused by trauma, but can occur randomly without warning. 

Chronic low back pain can be the result of muscular dysfunction or tension, postural abnormalities, disc herniations or pathologies and more.

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Bulging Disc 

Chiropractic can be a treatment option for patients with bulging disc. Gentle techniques may help reduce symptoms associated with a bulging disc.

Note: relief can take time with this treatment approach and differs from person to person. A number of Chiropractic sessions may be required before you notice results. Your Chiropractor may also recommend other treatment options, such as spinal compression. Depending on how bad your condition is, surgery may be a more suitable option.

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Headaches & Migraines 

Headaches and migraines are another common presentation that we see at Total Health Chiropractic. Headaches are frequently caused by tightness in the muscles or tensions in the joints of the spine. Our team has experience assessing and managing musculoskeletal presentations including tension headaches and cervicogenic headaches.

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Lumbar Facet Impingement Syndrome

Also known as spinal dysfunction, Lumbar Facet Impingement Syndrome is a condition that Chiropractors see frequently. It is a condition where the joints in the lower back lock up and pinch the small cartilage in between the two joint surfaces.

Find out more about Lumbar Facet Impingement Syndrome and how Chiropractic may be able to help here

Neck Pain 

Neck pain is debilitating, frustrating and is commonly caused by 3 main aspects 

1. Structure misalignment of vertebrae
2. Muscular dysfunction in neck
3. Postural abnormalities

Chiropractic care may be able to help you if you are experiencing the following symptoms 

1. Aching
2. Sharp pain
3. Limited movement or rotation
4. Stuck feeling
5. Headaches
6. Difficulty sleeping or getting comfortable
7. Irritability

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Shoulder Pain

Shoulder pain is extremely common and can range from niggling pain to extreme and limiting pain. Common causes of pain include 

1. Osteoarthritis
2. Inflamed bursa 
3. Traumatic injuries
4. Nerve injuries 
5. Neck and upper back dysfunction 

There are many different types and causes of shoulder injuries – shoulders are complex in nature and treatment options differ significantly. The initial objective of shoulder treatment is to reduce inflammation and reduce pain, followed by restoring movement and strengthening the affected muscles.

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Sciatica

Sciatica is the inflammation of the Sciatic nerve – a large nerve that runs from the lumbar spine down the back of the leg to the feet. Symptoms of Sciatica may include 

1. Shooting pain down the leg 
2. Burning or tingling nerve pain in your lower back, hip, leg or foot 
3. Numbness in the lower back, hip, leg or foot 
4. Weakness in certain muscles from the lower back down to the foot 

Sciatica can range from mild aching to severe or sharp pain. You may experience it infrequently or constantly on one side of the body or both.

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Vertigo 

Vertigo is a sensation that your surroundings are spinning or moving around you. Common symptoms may include dizziness, a feeling of being unbalanced, and headaches.

Vertigo has many possible causes. One type – cervicogenic vertigo – originates from dysfunction in the neck and may be associated with head or neck trauma, restricted joint movement, or neck pain. This is the presentation that chiropractors are most commonly trained to assess and manage.

Where cervicogenic vertigo is suspected, chiropractors may use a range of techniques depending on the individual assessment, including Epley’s Manoeuvre, spinal manipulation, spinal mobilisation, rehabilitation exercises and postural correction.

If your vertigo is suspected to have another cause – such as an inner ear condition or blood pressure-related issue – your chiropractor will refer you to the appropriate healthcare professional.