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    Chiropractor or Osteopath?

    Has any one been to either one of these? Yes i know the difference and dont really want any prescriptions ,so guess it doesnt matter which one it is. .Briefly loads of tension in neck and shoulders ,resulting in very bad headaches, thought it might be worth a trip to see someone? Any suggestions as to which one ? How do you know if they are qualified? and any idea of cost per session?

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    I used an osteopath about 3 years ago with my back, he sorted me in 3 sessions and I've not had a prob since. I evidently had 2-3 muscles out of place in my back and some exercises and manipulation sorted it. Not had a problem since

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    Ive used chiropracters a few times - once to mend the mess my back had accumulated over my younger years, and last year to staighten my spine when I took a bad fall during training.

    Chiropracters will tell you your headaches are not the only problem, you will have several other problems which relate to your tension etc. so they may try to get you to sign up to more than 1 session.

    Usually if you take them up on their services, they will waiver the consultation fee. . .

    Qualifications - I know it sounds silly, but a certificate of some sort is usually on display. Check out the practice first (or get a leaflet), it will usually have the associations and/or memberships the practice is registered with along with the practitioners work history / achievements.

    I think just about most people I know have used a chiropracter before at some point in their life, so it's very easy to find one that is "qualified" as word of mouth from a friend spreads quick.

    The previous chiropracter I used offered student discounts, so each session was £25. It averages £30-£35 I reckon. They will always give you a discount if you prebuy/pay for more sessions.

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    Excellent help guys, thanks very much.

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    chiropractor is specifically the spine, and if properly qualified, have to go through a LOAD of training. In SA, used to have qualify as medical doctor before going on to chiropracting - 7 yrs or something

    oesteopathy is not same kind of treatment, ie not focused on the spine IIRC.

    not used latter, but a good chiropractor is worth his/her weight in gold.

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    a good chiropractor is worth his/her weight in gold.
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    I had a herniated lumbar disc last year - I could hardly stand up straight. It was almost at the point of requiring surgery. I still see the Chiro about once a fortnight , but its on the mend.
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    Osteo.

    Chiro's know good stuff about spines but Osteo's seem to better understand muscle groups, and while they are often connected to the spine, the difference in knowing about their effects is stunning.

    I had really bad lower back pain, and my osteopath sussed it was my pelvis (from getting in and out of hundreds of cars per day) and after 40 minutes muscle manipulation and then 3 minutes twisting my pelvis was sorted.

    I couldn't turn my head properly, and the osteo sorted me so I felt like an owl (I swear..got backin my car and felt like my head could turn backwards..was heaven).

    Ditto ribs that feels as though they're crossed over when you breath deep (though they're clearly not...it's a muscle and nerve sensation)

    And Osteo's tend to know more about the muscle exercises that stop you needing to go back.

    I'd happily marry my osteo....but he's a he. And I don't think he loves me. But I love him

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    My Chiro also happens to be my next door neighbour - I darn't have my music too loud or I know I'm in for pain at the next session.

    A lot of the muscles on my back are compensating for the spinal shift , so she kinda has to do a really rather painfull massage to try and relax them. I know its doing me good , but by 'eck does it hurt

    that and the noises when she attempt to unscrew my head from my neck and every single vertebrae clicks loudly!

    sadly mine isn't as easy as a few muscle exercises - its being a long process of repairing the disc.

    I also suspect a lot of it is down to the individual practitioner , like Mechanics , there are good ones and bad ones

    a few links you might want to read:

    http://www.acupunctureworks.co.uk/Osteo&Chiro.html
    http://www.studentdoctor.net/blogs/o...e-between.html
    http://www.robinkiashek.co.uk/osteopathy/faq.htm
    http://www.suppleworx.co.uk/who_does_what.htm
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    Quote Originally Posted by Moby-Dick View Post
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    I also suspect a lot of it is down to the individual practitioner , like Mechanics , there are good ones and bad ones
    Agreed

    Been to both and the best for my back/shoulder/neck has been a local osteopath. Also excellent was a woman who did shiatsu - that was probably the best at getting rid of the pain. She also gave me a couple of pressure points that helped relieve the pain.

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    I've been going to a Chiropractor for the last 3 years now & the treatment(s) once every 4 weeks have helped me no end.
    Get a good quality bed as well, sleeping on the right sort of bed (one that will support your back properly) should help matters too.

    I bought a bed with a Memory foam & it does help (depends on how well I sleep in it though, some mornings I'm OK & other mornings I'm in agony ) My Chiropractor has said I should have bought a bed with a firm spring mattress instead

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