Chiropractic

For an introduction to chiropractic, please visit the page What is Chiropractic?

Several studies have shown Chiropractic to be beneficial in cases of neck and back pain, while empirical evidence suggests that it also may help cases of headaches, nerve and arthritis problems, as well as in the co-management of systemic illnesses such as asthma, colic in children, menstrual disorders and many others- please visit the section Conditions commonly treated by Chiropractic.

Contrary to many people’s expectations, Chiropractic should not be a painful experience, and it actually has a very high safety record, with very few reported cases of injury from the thousands of Chiropractors that manipulate the spine daily. Nevertheless, there are many “non-manipulative” techniques that are used on babies, the elderly, or patients with inflamed discs. Patients who are at a clinically perceivable risk of injury are never manipulated.

The Chiropractic techniques used in our clinic are many and varied, including Diversified, SOT or Sacro-Occipital Technic, Gonstead, Drop Piece, Activator and NET (Neuro-Emotional Technique). All patients are taught individualised stretches and exercises to improve and maintain their long term results. Please see our section What to expect during my Chiropractic Treatment for an overview of the procedures we use.

The clinic prinicpal at Synergy is Dr. Allan Kalamir, a PhD research Chiropractor at the department of Health and Chiropractic at Macquarie University. His doctoral research thesis is on Chiropractic treatment for Temporomandibular Disorders (Jaw problems). He has presented his research findings at several National and International conferences, and has published his research in international peer reviewed clinical journals. He works closely with several local dentists and medical practitioners, who are aware of his expertise in the conservative management of TMD (temporomandibular disorder).

At Synergy Health & Wellbeing Centre we strive to provide the highest level of care with the highest ethical standards and with the highest level of integrity. Have any concerns, fears or reservations about seeing a Chiropractor? Please read our section on ‘How to spot a ‘shonky’ Chiropractor‘ to give you a good idea of what to look out for and what to avoid.