According to the World Health Organisation, Chiropractic is “A health care profession concerned with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disorders of the neuromusculoskeletal system and the effects of these disorders on general health. Chiropractic is the third largest primary healthcare profession after medicine and dentistry. It folds under the category of alternative medicine

Chiropractic adjustment is a hands on procedure in which trained specialists like chiropractors use their hands to apply a controlled HVLA (High velocity low amplitude) force on a specific spinal joint to improve spinal motion, and allow the nerves to function properly to improve the body’s physical function. Chiropractors in Cyprus require an accredited University Degree of at least 4 years abroad, following undergraduate studies, and thereafter should be registered with the Cypriot Chiropractic Association

The first visit starts with a consultation where we undergo a proper history taking following physical examination and report of findings. The treatment plan is then discussed with you on the first visit and when both sides agree we proceed with starting care.

It is not indicated to use chiropractic adjustments when the person has a fracture, any infections, a spinal tumor or any severe vascular/organ conditions.

When a Chiropractor performs an adjustment sometimes a sound might be heard , it is not the bones cracking; it is a sound of air released from the joints from the pressure.

Simply because you are not adjusting the affected area. Although it gives a sense of relief, when you do that you are moving the area that is already moving properly, and you leave in the middle of those joints the restrictive joint that might be the main area of concern. It is ideal to see a healthcare professional if you have any concerns or if you need that to be done to you, you need to see a professional that has the knowledge and expertise to perform that technique. A prolonged use of that technique by yourself could result in long term problems, like instability of the joints.