Chiropractic
Bone and muscle problems can hit all sorts of people. Young and old, physically fit or not. Sitting behind desks or weekends can cause stress, tension, over exertion and a number of other factors that can cause displacement in the spine. These may cause irritations to the nerves around it. That can cause various malfunctions in the body from pain related to the low back and even headaches and migraines. Through Chiropractic treatment, a natural, drugless branch of the healing arts, conditions that affect our bones and muscles, ligaments and cartilage, and even the nerves are treated. This age old method also costs less than some conventional modes of treatment.
Martin G. Camara, D.C., INTERCARE’s Clinic Director , was part of a Chiropractic expert panel for the World Health Organization (W.H.O.) Consultation on Chiropractic
- Milan, Italy, 2004
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Types of Chiropractic Care
- Car accident
- Falls
- Chronic- long term condition
- Spondylosis
- Headaches
- Maintenance-preventative
Acute- initially injured
- Electrotherapy
- Soft tissue therapy
- Exercise instruction
- Nutrition
- ADL
- Bracing/taping
- Adjustments
- Corrects subluxation
- Special training
- Hands on skill
- Special tables
- Special instruments
- Numerous methods
- Specific contact on joint
- Controlled force, leverage, direction, amplitude,
- and velocity often associated with a “popping sound”
Spinal Manipulation
Spinal Manipulation is a manual procedure that involves a directed thrust to move a joint past the physiologic range of motion without exceeding the anatomical range of motion.
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Conditions treated with Adjustments
- Back & Neck Pain
- Heavy & Tired Feeling in Back & Neck
- Restriction of motion
- Altered feelings in extremities
- Weakness in extremities
- Headaches
- Giddiness
- Visceral Symptoms
Chiropractic Treatment evaluates not just the pain, but will try to address the main cause as discussed in this episode on “Alternative Forms of Healing” in the show “Loren: Kabalikat Natin”
- Treatment Goals
- Decrease or eliminate pain
- Increase function
- Increase mobility
- Increase strength
- Increase energy
- Increase quality of life
How Does Chiropractic Manipulative Therapy Work?
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Primary effects on muscles
- Induction of deep muscle relaxation
- Type 1B to 1A:
- Muscle Stretching
- Muscle elongation and prevention of muscular fixation (scar microcontracture)
- Increased muscular perfusion
- Vascular and Lymphatic flow
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Effects of Chiropractic Adjustments
- Restoration of proper biomechanics
- Reduction of aberrant joint stress by muscle “unloading”
- Removal of fixations (intracapsular or extracapsular adhesions
Increase nutrition to cartilage
Effects on Joints
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How Does Chiropractic Manipulative Therapy Work?
- Nerve Compression
- Peripheral Nerve Entrapment syndrome
- Nerve Irritation
- Inflammation of structures adjacent to nervous structures
- Adults
- Children
- Elderly
- Elite athletes
- Week-end warriors
- School Sportsman
- …Everyone.
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35 Comments
how much will it cost?
how much will it cost per session
Hi Mr. Puyat,
As of this time, we charge Php2.500.00 for the Initial Consultation with Initial treatment. Please feel free to call us on any of our branches for further information. Thank you.
pls. provide schedule in alabang clinic, thanks
Hi Ms. Chie,
Alabang clinic is open from 10:00am – 7:00pm, Mondays to Fridays and 9:00am – 4:00pm during Saturdays. You may reach them through 8094163 and 8076863.
Thank you.
Are there other clinics near quezon city? And also I have scoliosis, can I have this type of treatment? Thanks
Hi Kit,
We have clinics in Greenhills, Makati and Alabang. We advice you to be assessed first by our doctor and see what treatments are suited based on the evaluation of your condition. If you have an Xray or MRI with you, you may bring them during your visit. You may call our clinic nearest to you for appointment.
Thank you.
I was diagnose with slipped disc how many session will it be cure?
It is possible to use HMO card? Thanks.
Hi Bit,
We recommend to see our doctor first for assessment and evaluation. Most common uncomplicated cases responds in 2-3 weeks of twice a week close monitored program. If you have X-ray and/or MRI, it will be best you bring it. Pls. feel free to reach us through our numbers below for further inquiries:
Makati – 8903378-79, 8902547
Greenhills – 7221846, 7246631
Alabang – 8076863, 8094163
Thank you.
has anyone been cured through chiro with regard/s to slipped disc?
Jun,
Yes, Chiropractic is beneficial to someone with a disc problem. Slipped discs are usually an affect of a spine or joint which has either been fixed in a certain position or which has been out of alignment for an extended period. This is an effect of uneven distribution of weight and gravity on the disc which eventually causes it to fail or “slip”. Correcting the mechanics of movement and position will lead to relief of pain, even weight distribution and full range of movement which all lead to a healthier disc. This also prevents it from wearing out further.
im only 18 y/o but i already have this sudden lower back pain on the right area extending to my right foot for almost 1 year(started october 2010) i was diagnosed to have sciatica and i have taken medications (celebrex and i forgot the other one) but they didnt work… my posture became asymmetrical specially on the waist area, i feel weak sometimes and sudden pain on my lower back everytime i sneeze, stretch my legs before/during i exercise and etc. this pain is keeping me to do activities i usually do before.
Dear Johnric,
Our main concern is your age and the severity of your complaint. Pain is usually simply a warning signal from your body that something is wrong which needs to be addressed. Sciatica basically just means pain in the leg – we still need to find the underlying cause of the problem. If you are becoming “asymmetrical” there is significant muscle spasms pulling you towards one side. Pain with sneezing is also a nerve tension sign. I would suggest you get this evaluated as soon as possible before the pressure on your back builds up.
Hi im 27 and i was diagnosed to have Scoliosis when i was working at a call center, 4 years ago. I havent been back to the doctor since. Im worried about the curvature. I dont really feel any pain from my back.. I signed up for Fitness First just to have a form of exercise and maybe do yoga and pilates to strengthen my back, but i also want to correct this.
Hi JR,
You may want to schedule for an appointment to any of our clinics for assessment of your condition. We also have articles and videos posted on our webpage about scoliosis and how Intercare treatments like Chiropractic addresses it.
Feel free to call us if you have other concerns.
Thank you.
I’m 35 and I have mild scoliosis for a few years now and i’m currently pregnant. can i still undergo the treatment?
Hi Ms. Joy,
Yes you may begin treatment for your scoliosis even if you are currently pregnant. In fact, the natural hormones released by the body called “Relaxin” makes it an optimum time to corrections / Interventions.
i was diagnosed with temporo mandibular dysfunction..i experienced headache,neckpain,nititus and cervical spasm..it is possible to treat this problem????help me..
Hi Sir Edwin,
There are many different causes of headache, neck pain, tinnitus and cervical spasms. It maybe your TMJ or other structures in the immediate area. It would be best to bring any x-rays or tests that were done and come into the clinic for an evaluation of your problem.
Thank you.
Hi! My mom has heel spurs, according to her xray. Do you give solutions to this kind of problem? I was told I should go to a podiatrist for her foot to be cast and a heel support made but I can’t find any doctor with that specialty.
Hi Mr. Javier,
A heel spur is a calcium deposit that has built up over years due to unbalanced stresses placed on that foot. This could be a reflection of an underlying problem that causes more pressure to be placed on that “heel” other than the whole foot or between the left and right foot. At Intercare, we make “Customized Orthotics” that help balance weight distribution of the foot. Any of our Rehab Doctors will be able to help you with this or recommend therapy. Unfortunately there are no podiatrists in the country.
Hi, I am about to move back to the Philippines. I have been looking for a chiro for when I move back home. I was wondering how much for consultation and treatments. one of the comments said it’s Php2,500 for initial consult, is that the same for subsequent treatments? Also the chiro I’m currently going to practices the Gonstead technique, how different is it to the technique you use? Thanks!
Hi Ms. April,
Dr. Camara, one of our senior chiropractors, is proficient in the Gonstead technique. Please have your current chiropractic give you your Gonstead listings and radiographs for your consultation and adjustment with Intercare.
Thank you.
hi i have MPS on my left shoulder for a long time. can chiropractic method help relieve my spasms and heaviness? is it better than putting hot packs and physical therapy? how many sessions do i need? also per session how many minutes will it take?
Hi,
Yes. Chiropractic Adjustments, Myotherapy and ISMART are all extremely beneficial for MPS. The number of sessions would depend on the severity of the problem, how long it’s been there and the degree of scaring present in the muscle. Also, MPS can be a muscle reaction to an underlying problem such as a misaligned vertebrae. It is best to come in for an evaluation of your problem.
You can also refer to “Could be a…muscle knot?” reading under Resources-Articles on this website.
Thank you.
Hi,
I had an EMG test and it says that I have pinched nerves on my neck and lower back making my left arm and left leg weak. However, my neurologist says I have mild parkinsonism. I am confused. Have you had cases of parkinsonism? Do I need to set an appointment before I will be treated?
Thank you.
Hi Ms. Edith,
We can help the pinched nerves in the neck and lower back if it is caused by mechanical compression by the facets or muscles. It would be best to evaluate this in the clinic. We still need to determine if you indeed have symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.
Yes, you need to set an appointment prior to treatment. You may call any of our clinics that would be most accessible to you.
I have mild scoliosis and fell off the the stairs. I am having discomforts in my back lately. Can this be corrected?
Hi,
It all depends on the degree and type of scoliosis but generally mild ones respond well to our approach. Chiropractic addresses the Structural Alignment while the other services work with the muscles supporting the spine. If you do come in, bring the x-rays as it would help with the evaluation and treatment process. The back pain from the fall can easily be addressed with treatments.
Hi,
I was diagnosed with a pinched nerve at L4 L5, although it was minimal like the doctor here(UAE)told me looking at the MRI result, but the pain from my back goes down to my left leg. It also caused paralysis on my left leg which result in foot drop. I was suffering from this condition for almost 7 months now and I was planning to have my vacation this coming month there in the Philippines. What kind of treatment are you offering, how long and can it be cured?
Thanks,
Hi,
It is unusual that a “minimal” pinched nerve would cause the foot to drop clinically. Please email us the results of the MRI so we can evaluate. It would be good to have it evaluated by one of our doctors. Please bring the MRI, X-rays and NCV’s or EMG’s if available. The treatment would depend on the evaluation of your test results and our examination. Which treatments to use, and how long it will take for relief will depend largely on the results of our examination.
Thank you.
Is it ok for pregnant women like me to have chiropractic? because i’m experiencing backaches & headaches during my pregnancy. Thanks.
Hi,
Yes, it is advisable to have Chiropractic adjustments during pregnancy and needless to say, it is extremely safe for both you and your baby. Chiropractic work can relieve the mechanical pressure which is placed on your spine and other joints with the extra weight gain. Hormonal changes induced by the pregnancy also contribute to stresses on your body which the adjustments may help balance.
Hi,
Am female, 65 y/o…my MRIs (since 2009) show cervical spondylosis (CS) which one surgeon said needed operation, but I declined. I also have MPS, which the ortho DR says is also a result of my CS. I’ve been on PT over the years. I got concerned about my pain meds and decided to try acupuncture, which I have had quite actively since Oct. last year till now. PT gives some temporary relief, so I combine it with acu. But lately, it seems that I need a more “permanent” relief because my BP is rising, which my Cardio attributes to my MPS. Is chiro treatment safe at my age and CS? Can you estimate the number of treatments that I may need? Many thanks.
Hi Ms. Fely,
Yes. Chiropractic is not only safe but also recommended when you have a conditions such as Cervical Spondylosis. The Spondylosis usually develops slowly over decades – and is caused by imbalances or misalignments that cause more calcium to be laid down in the areas which are subjected to more mechanical stresses. The Chiropractic Adjustments helps balance those stresses out thereby relieving pressure on the spinal nerves, muscles and facet joints causing the pain and discomfort. In general, most patients respond over a 4-6 treatments done over a 2-3 week period. Cases differ so to come up with an exact number of treatments would depend on our physical exam findings and evaluation of your x-rays.