BACKBONE WELLNESS Chiropractic Physiotherapy Massage

Welcome to BACKBONE WELLNESS – Pain relief and wellness care
 
At the BackBone Wellness Clinic we strive to help every individual get the best possible relief and be the healthiest they can be. We have a special interest in working with all family members, from newborns to the elderly; helping the whole family to restore and enhance their quality of life. Everybody has a different journey towards their optimal health and we look forward to working with you towards greater health.
Our chiropractors and physiotherapists use safe, effective, all-natural, drug-free health care options to help people of all ages to achieve their optimal health.

For great health, our bodies require a nervous system which is functioning at its best. The nervous system acts as a communication device between each part of our body, controlling every muscle and every movement we make but physical or psychological stresses caused by day-to-day activity or trauma make it prone to dysfunction.

We encourage you to make an appointment to discuss your health goals with one of our friendly chiropractors or physiotherapists. A program of care can then be specifically tailored to help you restore and enhance your health and wellbeing naturally, safely and gently.

To find out how we can address your health requirements, or to book an appointment, contact us today …on (03) 9012 9712

BACKBONE WELLNESS Chiropractic Physiotherapy Massage in Cheltenham, Melbourne, VIC is listed under the best Chiropractors, Massage, Physiotherapists Offering Remedial Massage, Relaxation Massage, Massage.

Additional services by BACKBONE WELLNESS Chiropractic Physiotherapy Massage include Hot Stone Massage, Foot Massage, Facial Massage, Scalp Massage, Physiotherapy, Back Massage.

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Services

How can we help you feel better and move without pain?
What is Chiropractic?

Chiropractic is a wellness care practice based on the scientific premise that our bodies are self-regulating, self-healing organisms. Every cell, tissue and organ is controlled and coordinated by our nervous system (brain, spinal cord and nerves) which is protected by our skull, spine and pelvis. The nervous system pathways can be impaired due tosubluxation (misalignment of the spinal segment causing interference to the nerves exiting our spine). This impaired function throughout the body resulting in reduce health, wellness and an increase in pain.

Health is defined as:

“A state of optimal physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease and infirmity”
Dorland’s Medical Dictionary
Your Doctor of Chiropractic will focus on the relationship between body’s structure(primarily the spine and pelvis) and the function (coordinated by the nervous system) and how that relationship affects your health. Chiropractors will do so by focusing on the manipulation of the spine (or peripheral joints like your hip, shoulder, elbow, etc) which is referred to as a chiropractic adjustment, and is very specific, safe and gentle. In addition, a high emphasis is placed on reducing muscle tension and increasing the function of each muscle group.

Chiropractic care takes a holistic approach, by putting an emphasis on the person as a whole, and includes advice about nutrition and exercise, wellness and healthy lifestyle modifications.

 What is Physiotherapy?

Physiotherapy is a form of manual therapy used to aid in the recovery and rehabilitation from injury and help in the prevention of injury by keeping the body at its optimal level of function. Physiotherapist treatment is usually quite gentle and safe.

Common treatment methods for physiotherapy include; exercise programs to improve mobility and strengthen muscles, joint mobilisation to reduce stiffness, muscle re-education to improve control, and specific assistance with the use of aids, splints, crutches, walking sticks and wheelchairs.

Therapeutic devices such as laser, ultrasound, TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation)  may be used to assist in the reduction of pain and inflammation.
 

What is Clinical Myotherapy?

The word Myotherapy is derived from the Greek ‘Myo’, meaning ‘muscle’. A Clinical Myotherapist is a multi-skilled physical therapist whose treatment focus is on the preventative, corrective and rehabilitative phases of muscle therapy. The goal is to maintain and achieve normal integrity of the body’s soft tissue structures (muscles, ligaments and tendons of the body).

When the muscles in our body become knotted, soft tissue and joint mobility may become affected, which can lead to problems in other areas of the body. These may be referred to as trigger points. They can be caused by sports injury, accidents, poor posture, your workplace ergonomics, disease and emotional stress. Left untreated they can cause stiffness or soreness in joints and muscles, severe headaches, back pain or chronic diffuse pain throughout the body.

Myotherapists detect and deactivate these trigger points and apply treatments that reduce and eliminate soreness or nagging referral of pain, and aid in helping you to recover. They may also use dry needling & cupping, soft tissue manipulation, joint mobilisation, thermal therapies such as heat and cold, as well as myofacial stretching.

What is Remedial Massage?

Clinical Remedial Massage is a therapeutic deep massage therapy used to treat specific soft tissue dysfunction and pain. Our muscles work by contracting and lengthening, hence when the effected muscles are in a constant shortened or contracted state, making it difficult for us to get full range of movement, and we start to feel pain and stiffness. The massage therapist works to alleviate this by lengthening the contracted muscle, putting it in a more relaxed state.

Massage therapists will usually work with you to provide relief from pain and stiffness, whilst increasing the range of motion.

Reviews

“I used to think chiropractic treatment was only for back pain until I tried it. I noticed great difference in my agility and overall wellness. Dr Alex was so caring and professional in his chiropractic treatment style that I now recommend chiro to my friends and family. Dr Alex is very informative and experienced; I have full trust and confidence in his care. ”

“Seen a few physios and a chiro before, so I was really happy to find Dr Alex and the difference he’s made. I can’t speak more highly enough of the service. Great chiropractor!! I would not hesitate to recommend him!”

“I’ve been looking for a solution to my back problems and lack of energy for years and Alex has really delivered. Thank you so much.”