Our approach
There are many things that limit our enjoyment of life, not excluding back pain, neck pain and headaches. These symptoms can be signs of dysfunction elsewhere in the body, and affect peoples' ability to work, play and exercise the way they’d like.
At Christchurch Chiropractic we focus on whole body function, with the nervous system as a central factor in that, along with how its function is important in wellness, maintenance and prevention, as well as acute injury care and pain relief.
If there are joints there, and if the nervous system is there —and really there aren’t many places in our body that those things aren’t— then, I’m interested.
Consultation & Examination
It's important for us to get a really good understanding of your problems, and goals.
During an initial consultation, Hugh will perform an examination of your spine, which may include posture checks, range of motion, static and motion palpation, neurological and orthopaedic tests.
Educating our patients and sharing our understanding with you, is important. The better you understand your own condition the more you will benefit from the treatment and care you receive. This understanding will provide you with more in control of your own healing.
Our treatment recommendation and what is expected in the road ahead can change, and involve different approaches, or referral to other practitioners and specialists- options around this would be discussed fully.
Techniques
Many different techniques or methods may be used in your session, most of them include hands on work. Some are more gentle, while others are firmer. There are almost always alternate approaches.
Some of the main techniques utilised include drop table adjustments, Myofascial Release, Dermoneuromodulation, Neuromuscular Therapy, PNF and MET stretching, Awareness Through Movement, Voodoo Floss, Cranial and Visceral work, as well as TMJ techniques.
If you have any concerns or health issues you would like your chiropractor to be aware of, please do discuss them, as to better understand your personal requirements, and the work can be tailored to have a better effect.
Rates
ACC
Initial 40mins $65
Follow up 20mins $50
Private
Initial 40mins $85
Follow up 20mins $70
Your session with Hugh
If you have not visited us before, a longer slot is required for additional assessment, notes and discussion. Depending on other bookings, there may be periods during the week when we are unable to offer them.
As Chiropractic often involves movement of different body parts. It is ideal to wear comfortable/practical clothing that allows a reasonable amount of freedom. Sessions are usually fully clothed, unless specific work is required, in which case your chiropractor will discuss the approach with you.
Please allow 40 minutes for your first visit. Follow up visits are generally around 20 minutes.