Chiropractic

What is Chiropractic?

Chiropractic is a hands-on healthcare approach focused on movement, alignment, and nervous system function. It looks at how your spine and joints are working, how your muscles are supporting you, and how these patterns affect pain, posture, performance, and day-to-day comfort.

Rather than only treating symptoms, the aim is to identify what’s not working well, reduce irritation and overload, and build more stable movement patterns so results hold.

Chiropractic is the third largest healthcare profession in the world, after medicine and dentistry. Thousands of people each day, all over the world, see chiropractors for help with a very wide variety of issues.  Doctors of Chiropractic undergo extensive education and training, and must reach very high standards in order to be able to practise. Even once qualified, Chiropractors must undergo regular continued study and professional development.

A Doctor of Chiropractic’s education covers the subjects of anatomy, physiology, neurology, pharmacology, neuroanatomy, biomechanics, diagnosis, biochemistry and nutrition, in great detail.

What I can Help With

People commonly come to see me for help with:

– Back pain, neck pain, and shoulder tension

– Headaches linked to posture and neck mechanics

– Sciatica and nerve irritation

– Stiffness, restricted movement, and “tight” mid-back or hips

– Desk-work strain and postural overload

– Sports and training-related aches or recurring niggles

– Improving mobility, strength, and overall movement efficiency

– Disc problems, including ‘slipped disc’, prolapsed and herniated discs

– Certain types of dizziness and vertigo

What an Appointment Looks Like

Appointments begin with time to talk. We’ll go through what’s been happening, what aggravates it, what helps, and what you’d like to get back to doing.

I’ll then assess the areas most relevant to your symptoms. This may include:

 – Posture and movement patterns

 – Mobility and range of motion testing

 – Joint function and biomechanics

 – Muscle tone, strength, and control

 – Balance, coordination, and key neurological checks where appropriate

 – Contributing areas above or below the painful region (often where the real driver sits)

Treatment is always tailored to the individual. It may include hands-on joint work, soft tissue techniques, and specific adjustments where appropriate. Most people will also receive simple, practical movement homework to support progress between sessions and help results hold.

You should leave with a clear explanation of what I’m finding, what we’re working on, and what the next step should be.

How Many Sessions Will I Need?

It depends on how long the issue has been present, how irritable it is, and what you want to get back to doing. Recent or mild problems often respond quickly. Longer-standing or recurring issues usually need a more structured course of care, with a focus not only on settling symptoms, but also restoring movement quality and building resilience so results hold.

In general, care tends to move through three phases:

 – Reduce irritation and sensitivity (pain, spasm, overload)

 – Restore movement and function (mobility, control, stability)

 – Build resilience (strength, posture habits, and capacity for daily life or training)

At the start, I’ll give you a clear estimate of how many sessions I’d expect to be helpful based on your presentation and goals. We then review progress regularly and adjust the plan as needed, so care stays appropriate, efficient, and aligned with what matters most to you.

Chiropractic Care In Pregnancy

Chiropractic care in pregnancy is gentle, specific and adapted to each stage. The aim is to reduce discomfort, improve mobility and support how your body adapts as it changes.

People commonly seek help for:

– Pelvic girdle pain, SI joint pain, and pubic symphysis discomfort (PSD)

– Low back pain and hip pain

– Sciatica-type symptoms and nerve irritation

– Mid-back and rib discomfort

– Neck and shoulder tension

– Postural strain and reduced mobility as pregnancy progresses

Treatment is always tailored to the individual, with positioning and techniques adapted to keep care comfortable and safe for both mother and baby.

Paediatric Chiropractic

Babies and children go through rapid physical development. Movement patterns, posture, coordination, and nervous system regulation are all developing quickly, and it’s common for parents to notice areas where a child seems uncomfortable, unsettled, or not moving evenly.

Babies and Toddlers

In many cases, babies who are labelled as “difficult” or unsettled have tension and restriction through the spine, pelvis, or cranial (skull) system, which can affect comfort and ease. Assessment and treatment are always gentle, specific, and age-appropriate. I use specialised paediatric techniques that are extremely light and designed specifically for babies.

Older Children and Teenagers

Care is adapted to your child’s age, development, and activities, and everything is explained clearly so you feel confident in what we’re doing and why.

Ready to take the next step?

For appointment enquiries, please contact the clinic team and they will help you choose the right location and time.

or, call the clinic on 800262 

or, e-mail: hello@drstevemarsland.com