Chiropractic treatment in Exeter
Explore how we assess your needs and tailor chiropractic treatment, from gentle techniques to spinal adjustments.
At Innate Health Chiropractic, we take time to understand your symptoms, movement and goals before recommending care. Your treatment may include gentle chiropractic techniques, spinal adjustments, exercises or practical advice, depending on what we find and what feels right for you.
What to Expect at Your First Visit
Your first appointment begins with a conversation about your symptoms, health history and what you would like to get back to doing. We then carry out a physical assessment, which may include movement, postural and neurological checks, along with our 3D posture analysis.
We’ll explain our findings in clear language and discuss whether chiropractic care is appropriate for you. If it is, we’ll recommend an approach tailored to your needs and answer your questions before you decide how to proceed.
How Does Chiropractic Treatment Work?
Chiropractors assess and care for problems involving the muscles, joints and spine. Treatment often uses hands-on techniques to improve joint movement and help with certain types of pain and stiffness. We may also recommend exercises and changes to everyday activities to support your progress.
There is no single technique that suits everyone. We consider your symptoms, examination findings, medical history and preferences when discussing your options.
Our focus at Innate Health Chiropractic is not merely alleviating pain. We embrace a holistic approach that allows the body to use its innate ability to heal itself.
The aim of a chiropractor is to ensure your spine and other joints have unrestricted movement, a balanced posture, and no undue muscle tension. This means the body can function correctly, allowing it to adapt and cope with the stresses and strains of daily life.
At Innate Health Chiropractic we take the time to get to know you and your body so that we can tailor a specific approach to your care.
Our Chiropractic Techniques
Chiropractic Adjustments
An adjustment is a controlled movement applied to a joint. Some adjustments produce a clicking sound; others do not. We’ll explain the technique we recommend and can adapt our approach to your comfort and needs.
Gentle, Low-Force Techniques
Not every appointment involves a traditional adjustment. We also use gentle, low-force approaches where they are suitable. These may be preferred by someone who is uncomfortable with a stronger technique or whose assessment suggests a different approach would be more appropriate.
Sacro Occipital Technique (SOT)
SOT is an approach that may use padded blocks placed beneath the pelvis while you lie comfortably on the treatment table. We may combine this with other hands-on techniques according to your assessment and treatment plan.
Neuro Impulse Protocol (NIP) and Cranio Fascial Dynamics (CFD)
Our chiropractors have additional training in NIP and CFD. These approaches form part of the range of techniques available at the clinic. We’ll explain what a proposed technique involves, why we think it may be suitable, and what other options you have before treatment begins.
Our Expertise In Chiropractic Treatment Makes Us Unique
Commonly Conditions We Successfully Treat
Acute and chronic back pain
Headaches arising from the neck
Neck pain and stiffness
Migraine prevention
Shoulder and rotator cuff complaints
Some sports injuries
Elbow pain & tennis arm assoc. with the spine
Sciatica & Pinched nerves
Symptoms due to tension and inability to relax
Joint pain i.e hips & knees
Muscle spasm & cramp
Pain & discomfort during Pregnancy
Neuro Impulse Protocol (NIP) Chiropractic
This led Jake to travel to Australia to train under him and subsequently in multiple countries worldwide.
You can find out more about NIP here.
CRANIO
Fascial Dynamics
Sacro Occipital Technique
Chiropractic Adjustments - What to Expect
Adjusting the spine, also referred to as spinal manipulation, is the classic form of chiropractic treatment. Our chiropractors use precise adjustments to the affected area of the spine to restore movement and function. Chiropractic treatments can be adapted for the individual patient to cater for their age, requirements and needs. Whether gentle, low-force adjustments or more deep structural adjustments.
It is perfectly normal to feel and hear a clicking or popping sound with a spinal adjustment. This is purely air in the joint being displaced with the movement. It is rarely uncomfortable when performed correctly and most people feel immediate relief and benefit from treatment
CHIROPRACTIC for wellness
Chiropractic is a great way to keep your spine and body functioning well, in a totally natural way.
We all benefit from having a healthy, properly functioning spine and nervous system. So having chiropractic treatment solely for wellness purposes can help your body stay at its optimum.
Those under regular chiropractic care realise how effective it is to keep them well and at their best.
Evidence shows that regular maintenance visits can be effective at preventing recurrence of back pain.
CHIROPRACTIC for pregnancy
Pregnancy involves many changes to the body including the softening of ligaments, increase in weight and changes to posture. This can create additional pressure on joints, particularly in the spine or pelvis.
We love seeing and treating expectant mothers at Innate Health.
Frequently Asked Questions
Not necessarily. Your chiropractor will discuss suitable options after your assessment. You can ask questions, express a preference for a gentler approach, or decline a technique.
People’s experiences vary. Some feel mild discomfort during treatment or temporary soreness afterwards. Tell your chiropractor if a position or technique feels uncomfortable so they can respond appropriately.
Yes. The consultation is an opportunity to assess your concerns and discuss your options. If chiropractic care is not appropriate, we’ll explain that and advise you on a suitable next step.
That depends on your symptoms, goals and how you respond to care. After your assessment, we’ll explain our recommendations and review your progress with you. You can decide whether the proposed plan is right for you.
No. You can book directly with us. At your consultation, we’ll assess whether chiropractic care is appropriate and advise you if another healthcare professional would be better placed to help.
Ready to Discuss Your Options?
If you’re looking for chiropractic treatment in Exeter, start with an assessment at Innate Health Chiropractic. We’ll listen to your concerns, explain what we find and help you make an informed decision about care.