ORTHOPRACTICS is a complete system of musculo-skeletal therapy which treats disorders of the body. The science of Orthopractics uses a gentle, non-manipulative cluster of modalities utilizing the skills and techniques developed by leading practitioners in their field of expertise.
Each of the techniques used are proven from many years of clinical practice to be effective in treating acute and chronic pain and misalignment of the body, especially of soft tissue such as muscles, tendons, ligaments and nerves. This in turn helps the skeletal system to find proper balance and function.
SYMPTOMS TREATED. Do you need more than just plain massage, but you are not sure about chiropractic manipulation? Do you have knots, muscle pain, frozen shoulder or tendon problems causing aching joints or carpal tunnel syndromes?
If soft tissue problems have prevented you from doing everyday work, or things like brushing your teeth, combing your hair or doing up a zip or bra strap behind your back, then you will be pleased to know there is an option instead of simply suffering. It’s called soft tissue mobilization (STM).
Feet are the Foundations! Have you considered that your feet govern the alignment of your body? They are our most neglected, overworked and abused part. If we treated our cars like we do our feet, we would have trashed them years ago! Like your car, your feet need regular maintenance.
It’s service time when you have discomfort.
Do you have calluses, bunions, feet “clicking and crunching”, and ankles swelling or burning? Do you experience knee, hip or back pains, raised tendons near the toes or toes pulling out of line? Is the neck and back constantly tense? These are all signs telling you to get a “wheel and chassis alignment”.
The alternative when you suffer these symptoms is “Orthopractics”® – now taught in Australia by The Australian College of Orthopractics. Orthopractics gives excellent results for body misalignment, especially for feet problems. Orthopractics is recommended as an alternative for those whose conditions or preferences exclude spinal manipulation, or as an adjunct to chiropractic treatment, when additional work is required on the soft tissues by your spinal therapist.
The Orthopractic system not only works on Foot joint Mobilization, but also treats the whole body. By mobilizing the joints and soft tissue it addresses the many symptoms of misalignment that our body suffers from the womb, and from accidents, emotional trauma and the aging process. Pain reduction is one of the most gratifying responses for many clients.
Can it work with other modalities?
STM techniques are drug free, natural and have few contra-indications. They work exceptionally well in preparing the body for other spinal care techniques, physiotherapy or assisting pain-management medication programmes. We encourage you to discuss the possibilities with us and your doctor or health care professional.
Why should I experience it?
It’s quick! It’s safe! It gives fast relief!
Clients experience measurable results in relief from pain and discover a new range of motion.
I've always enjoyed seeing excellent client results with my previous qualifications in remedial massage. However, adding orthopractics to my skills over the last few years has taken my clinical results to another level again! The practical hands-on training has been awesome! It's totally useable and works in the real clinical world! It has upped my observations skills and my remedial techniques.
Paul Camac
The Camac Clinic
Sunshine Coast Qld
