Chiropractors locate and restore movement to the joints of the body (particularly in the spine and pelvis) which are not functioning properly. When there is lack of movement at a joint this is often felt as pain or stiffness and can cause irritation to the surrounding structures e.g. muscles, ligaments and nerves. As well as causing referred pain to other areas of the body.

Chiropractic Adjustments restore movement to the stiff joints. The word adjustment describes a movement that is directed to the involved joint. When the joints are moving correctly the nervous system receives less stimulus from irritated structures and this decreases localised pain.
Chiropractors also use stretches and massage to help loosen tense muscles which will often be tight or in spasm when the joints are not moving correctly.

Advice on lifestyle changes is often given to help to try and avoid a recurrence of your complaint. This may include being given stretches and strengthening exercises, postural advice, as well as dietary recommendations.

Chiropractors do not prescribe drugs or perform surgery.